National Agricultural Innovation Project
Annual Progress Report
(2008-09)
Project Implementation Unit,National Agricultural Innovation Project, ICAR,
KAB-II, Pusa Campus, New Delhi
25th May, 2009
Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchProject Implementation Unit, National Agricultural Innovation Project (PIU, NAIP)
Annual Progress Report: 2008-09May 2009
INDEXSection No. Items Page No.
Abbreviations
1.0 Preamble 11.1 Project Objective 21.2 Project Cost and Funding Arrangement 21.3 Project Period 3
1.4 Implementation Arrangement and Major Stakeholders 3
1.5 Review of the Project during the year 32.0 NAIP Components 4
2.1 Component 1: ICAR as the Catalyzing Agent for Management of change in theIndian NARS 4
2.2 Component 2: Research on Production to Consumption Systems (PCS), 42.3 Component 3: Research on Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security (SRLS) 4
2.4 Component 4: Basic and Strategic Research in Frontier Areas of AgriculturalSciences (BSR) 4
3.0 Progress under different components 43.1 Overall progress under NAIP
Indian NARS
53.2 Progress under NAIP Components 17
3.2.1 Component 1: ICAR as the catalizing agent for management of change in theIndian NARS 17
3.2.2 Component 2: Research on Production to Consumption Systems (PCS) 41
3.2.3 Component 3: Research on sustainable rural livelihood security (SRLS), 88
3.2.4 Component 4: Basic and strategic research in frontier areas of agriculturalsciences (BSR) 126
3.3 Summing up 1714.0 Progress under Fiduciary Aspects 171
4.1 Financial Management 1714.2 Procurement 1734.3 Administration 176
5.0 M&E System 1766.0 E & S Safeguards 1797.0 Co-financing Arrangements 1798.0 Governance Accountability and Action Plan (GAAP) 180
Annexures
List of Tables
Table No. Title Page No.
1.1 Project Cost 2
1.2 Financing Plan 2
1.3 Estimated Disbursement 2
3.1 Summary for number of consortia and amount sanctioned under NAIP 7
3.2 Allocation of NAIP funds to consortia leader and consortia partner
institutes
8
3.3 Distribution of consortia leader institutes by NAIP components 9
3.4 Distribution of consortia partner institutes (excluding consortia leaders)
by NAIP components
10
3.5 Allocation of NAIP funds (Rs. Million) to different groups of institutes 11
3.6 Details of processing of consortia proposals under different Calls under
NAIP
12
3.7 Improvement in quality of proposals under different Call for Project
Proposals under Research Components
13
3.8 List of subprojects under subcomponent-1 of Component-1 22
3.9 List of BPD units sanctioned 28
3.10 Resource materials for trainings 29
3.11 User manuals for trainings/ learnings 29
3.12 List of trainings organized 30
3.13 Approved subprojects under subcomponent on policy and visioning 31
3.14 Financial management training programmes 36
3.15 Details of processing of subproject in Component-1 37
3.16 Summary for number of subprojects and amount sanctioned under
Component-1
37
3.17 Distribution of subproject institutes under Component-1 38
3.18 Allocation of funds to different groups of institutes under Component-1 38
3.19 Subcomponent-wise number of subprojects grounded during different
years under Component-1
39
3.20 Financial targets and achievement subcomponent-wise under
Component-1
40
3.21 Financial management aspects of Component-1 40
3.22 Performance indicators for Component-1 41
3.23 List of Approved Sub-projects under Component-2 43
3.24 Details of Processing of Consortia Proposals under Different Calls under
Component-2 of NAIP
46
3.25 Distribution of Approved Consortia by Indicative Priority Areas under
Component-2
47
3.26 Summary for Number of Consortia and Amount Sanctioned under
Component-2 of NAIP
47
3.27 Distribution of Consortia Institutes under Component-2 47
3.28 Allocation of NAIP Funds (Rs. Million) to Different Groups of Institutes
under Component 2
48
3.29 Information Regarding CAC Functioning at the Consortium Level 49
3.30 Details of CIC meetings of Component-2 61
3.31 Details of Consortium Monitoring Unit Functioning at the Consortium
Level
63
3.32 Number of Websites/Web pages Developed 69
3.33 Compliance with Environment and Social Safeguards 70
3.34 Establishment of Linkages between Industry and Farmer Groups 82
3.35 Financial Management Aspects 87
3.36 Performance indicators for the component 88
3.37 Details of processing of consortia proposals under different Calls under
Component 3 NAIP
89
3.38 The brief State-wise number of districts and beneficiary farmers covered
by the approved sub-projects under Component-3
91
3.39 Focus Area and other details of approved consortia under Component-3 96
3.40 Summary for number of consortia and amount sanctioned under NAIP 97
3.41 Distribution of consortia institutes under Component 3 98
3.42 Allocation of NAIP funds (Rs. Million) to different groups of institutes
under Component 3
99
3.43 Details of CAC meetings of approved consortia of Component-3 100
3.44 Details of CIC meetings of approved consortia under Component-3 108
3.45 Details of meetings by the Consortium Monitoring Unit at the Consortium
level of Component-3
110
3.46 Details of Web sites of some sub projects/consortia under Component-3 113
3.47 Financial management aspects of approved consortia under Component-3 125
3.48 Performance indicators for the Component-3 125
3.49 Details of processing of consortia proposals under different Calls of
Component-4 under NAIP
127
3.50 Summary for number of consortia and amount sanctioned under NAIP 128
3.51 Distribution of consortia partners under Component 4 128
3.52 Allocation of NAIP funds (Rs. Million) to different groups of institutes
under Component 4
129
3.53 CAC and CIC meetings of Component-4 130
3.54 Some examples of recommendations made by the CAC for various
consortia
135
3.55 Financial management aspects of Component-4 170
3.56 Performance indicators for the Component-4 170
4.1 Details of statement of claims under NAIP during 2006-07 to 2008-09 172
4.2 Details of Contracts Awarded for Consultancy services 173
4.3 Hiring Of Consultancy Services Under Process 174
4.4 Details of Proposals for hiring consultancy 174
4.5 Details of Procurement made by PIU NAIP during 2008-09 175
List of Annexures
AnnexureNo.
ITEMS
1.1 PMC meetings held during May 2008 to April 2009
1.2 Status of Agreed Action and Mission Recommendations as of May 25, 2009
1.3 Joint DEA/BANK Sector Portfolio Performance Review Relating to NAIP
3.1 Learnings from NAIP and Needed Follow-ups
3.2 The Schedule of Component-2 Workshop, ANGRAU, Hyderabad on May 21-22, 2009
3.3 Concurrent Sessions during Annual Component-2 Workshop
3.4 Thrust areas Identified in Different Calls under Component-2 of NAIP
3.5 Priority Research Areas Suggested under Basic and Strategic Research (BSR)
3.6 Programme Schedule for the First Annual Workshop of the Component 4
3.7 Slide format for presentations on progress of sub-projects (Component-4)
3.8 List of Sub-projects Sanctioned under Component-4
4.1 List of Equipments procured through ICB
4.2 Details of PIU Staff
5.1 List of shortlisted Consortia under Component 2 and 3 for intensive M&E
Annexures
AbbreviationsAH Animal Husbandry
BDUs Business Development Units
BPD Business Planning and Development
BSR Basic and Strategic Research in Frontier Areas of Agricultural Sciences
CAC Consortium Advisory Committee
CeRA Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture
CGIAR Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research
CIC Consortium Implementation Committee
CIMMYT International Maize & Wheat Improvement Centre
CL Consortia Leaders
CMU Consortium Monitoring Unit
CNs Concept Notes
CoPIs Consortium Co Principal Investigatiors
CPs Consortium Partners
CPI Consortium Principal Investigator
CSIR Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
DARE Department of Agricultural Research and Education
DF Director Finance
EFC Expenditure Finance Committee
FP Full Proposals
GEF Global Environmental Funding
IAMR Institute of Applied Manpower Research
IARI Indian Agricultural Research Institute
IASRI Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute
ICAR Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICB International Competitive Bidding
ICRAF International Centre for Research on Agro-forestry
ICRISAT International Crop Research Institute for Semi Arid Tropics
ICT Information and Communication Technology
IIM Indian Institute of Management
IIT Indian Institute of Technology
ILRI International Livestock Research Institute
IPM Integrated Pest Management
IPNM Integrated Pest and Nutrient Management
IRRI International Rice Research Institute
ISD Information System Development
ISP Internet Service Provider
IWMI International Water Management Institute
L & CB Learning and Capacity Building
M&E Monitoring & Evaluation
MANAGE National Institute of Agriculture Extension Management
MIS Management Information System
MTR Mid-term Review Report
NAARM National Academy of Agricultural Management
NAIP National Agricultural Innovation Project
NARS National Agricultural Research System
NATP National Agricultural Technology Project
NCAP National Centre for Agricultural Economics and Policy Research
NGO Non-Government Organization
NIRD National Institute of Rural Development
NREGS National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
NSC National Steering Committee
O&MAG Organization and Management Advisory Group
O&MPC Organization and Management Programme Committee
PAD Project Appraisal Document
PCS Production to Consumption Systems
PIP Project Implementation Plan
PIU Project Implementation Unit
PMC Project Management Committee
PME Project Moniitoring and Evaluation
PMTS Project Monitoring and Tracking System
QCBS Quality and Cost Based selection
R&D Research and Development
RPC Research Programme Committee
SAUs State Agricultural Universities
SOE Statement of Expenditure
TAG Technical Advisory Group
TANU Tamilnadu Agricultural University
Annexure 5.1
List of shortlisted Consortia under Component 2 and 3 for intensive M&E
S. No Title of the Sub-Project InstitutionComponent 2
1. A Value Chain Model for Bioethanol Production from SweetSorghum in Rainfed Areas Through Collective Action andPartnership
ICRISAT, Hyderabad
2. A Value Chain in Major Seed Spices for Domestic and ExportPromotion
SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar
3. A Value Chain on Potato and Potato Products CPRI, Shimla4. A Value Chain on Biomass Based Decentralized Power
Generation for Agro EnterprisesCIAE, Bhopal
5. A Value Chain on Utilization of Banana Pseudostem for Fibreand Other Value Added Products
NAU, Navsari
6. A Value Chain in Natural ANGRAU, Hyderabad7. A Value Chain on Industrial Agroforestry in Tamil Nadu TNAU, Coimbatore8. Tomato Processing Prioritizations for Global Competence Agri Food Park India Ltd.,
Pune9. A Value Chain on Lac and Lac Based Products for Domestic
and Export MarketsIINRG, Ranchi
10. A Value Chain on Production of Food-Grade Nutraceuticalsfor Use as Natural Antioxidants and Food Colorants
IARI, New Delhi
11. A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability ofPashmina Fiber
SKUAST, Srinagar
12. A Value Chain on Kashmir Saffron SKUAST, Srinagar13. A Value Chain on Castor and Its Industrial Products SDAU, S. K. Nagar14. Protected Cultivation of High Value Vegetables and Cut
Flowers- A Value Chain ApproachIARI, New Delhi
15. A Value Chain on Cashew for Domestic and Export Market Cashew Export PromotionCouncil, Kollam, Kerala
16. A Value Chain on Ginger and Ginger Products OUAT, BhubaneshwarComponent 3
1 Developing Sustainable farming system models forprioritized micro watersheds in rainfed areas.
BAU, Ranchi
2 Farming systems for livelihood security of small andmarginal farmers in disadvantaged districts of Tamil Nadu
Annamalai University,Annamalainagar
3 Sustainable rural livelihood and food security to rainfedfarmers of Orissa
Orissa University ofAgriculture & Technology,Bhubaneswar, Orissa
4 Integrated Farming System Modules to Ensure SustainableLivelihood Security for the Peasants of DisadvantagedDistricts of Madhya Pradesh
Jawaharlal Nehru KrishiVishwa Vidyalaya Jabalpur(M.P.)
5 Ensuring livelihood security through watershed based Banaras Hindu University,
S. No Title of the Sub-Project Institutionfarming system modules in disadvantaged districts ofMirzapur and Sonbhadra in Vindhyan region
Varanasi
6 Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for LivelihoodSecurity in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab
Guru Angad Dev Veterinaryand Animal SciencesUniversity, Ludhiana
7 Livelihood and Nutritional Security of Tribal DominatedAreas through Integrated Farming System and TechnologyModels
MPUAT, Udaipur
8 Livelihood security of rural poor in disadvantagedChitradurga districts of Karnataka through IntegratedFarming Systems Approach
UAS, Bangalore
9 Land Use Planning for Rural Livelihood Security in SelectedDistricts Maharashtra
NBSS & LUP, Nagpur
10 Achieving Improved Livelihood Security Through ResourceConservation and Diversified Farming Systems approach inMewat
CCSA,HAU, Hissar
Annexure-1.1
PMC Meetings held during May 2008 to April 2009
S.No. Meeting No. Date
1. 12th 8 May, 2008
2. 13th 19 May, 2008
3. 14th 31 July, 2008
4. 15th 31 October, 2009
5. 16th 27 November, 2008
6. 17th 6 January, 2009
7. 18th 6 February, 2009
8. 19th 13 March, 2009
Annexure-1.2
National Agricultural Innovations ProjectStatus of Agreed Actions and Mission Recommendations as of 25 May, 2009
Action By whom By when Status as of 25May, 2009
Overall for the Project/ComponentsAppoint full time dedicated National Director forNAIP
ICAR February 1,2009
ND re-employedupto 31st
September, 2009Include review of implementation progress of NAIPas a regular agenda item in all meetings of SAUVice-Chancellors and ICAR Institute Directors
PIU/ICAR/Education
Div
Immediately Done
Approve all consortia under Call 3 PIU/ICAR February 15,2009
Done
Organize component workshops PIU April-May2009
Comp-2 during 21st
- 22nd May, 2009.Comp-3 during 1st -2nd June, 2009.Comp-4 completedon 14-15th April,2009. Component-1 workshop will beorganized by endJune, 2009
Organize NAIP National Workshop PIU June 2009
Submit Annual Work Plan (April 2009 to March2010)
PIU February 28,2009
Done
Submit component wise complete list of consortiapartners
PIU March 31,2009
Done
Prepare analytical papers/reports on theimplementation experience so far as per details inpara 11 of Aide Memoire
PIU May 31, 2009
Component 1Submit the revised inception report by ERNET ERNET/PIU December
15, 2008Done
Make 5 BPD units fully operational PIU/ICAR February 28,2009
Five approved,three operational
Submit report of functional requirement study forMIS
PWC/PIU December31, 2008
Done
Submit MIS TOR for Bank review PIU/PWC January 15,2009
28.05.2009
Hire consultant for the MIS System PIU/ICAR May 31, 2009 16.08.2009Approve revised NRCWA proposal on Gender inIndian Agriculture and start activities
PIU/NRCWA January 31,2009
Done
Financial ManagementAppoint Internal Auditor PIU/ICAR January 15,
2009Done
Prepare internal audit plan and commence internalaudit
PIU January 31,2009
Done
Prepare FM training plan for 2009 PIU February 28, Done
2009Hire consultants for providing handholding supportand training on accrual accounting for Oracle R12(FMS)
PIU March 31,2009
Technicalproposals receivedand will beevaluated on22.05.2009
Prepare proposal detailing manpower structurealong with job profiles of the personnel requiredfor handing over the maintenance of the FMS byPWC
PWC/PIU January 15,2009
Application invitedwith last date as29.05.2009
ProcurementSubmit revised Procurement Plan to Bank PIU December
31, 2008Done
All procurement references to the Bank to bereviewed and cleared by PIU before forwarding tothe Bank
PIU Immediately Done
Make available FAQs with answers on the projectwebsite and send to consortia
PIU December31, 2008
Done
Furnish the requested procurement cases ofconsortia partners to the Bank (see para 46 of AideMemoire)
ConsortiaPartners/
PIU
December31, 2008
Done
Hire Procurement agent PIU February 28,2009
Draft contractdiscussed with theselected Consultant
Hire additional contractual procurement staff forPIU
PIU/ICAR January 31,2009
Done
Complete procurement training for Phase IIconsortia
PIU February 28,2009
Done
Prepare procurement training plan for 2009 PIU February 28,2009
Done
Governance and Accountability Action PlanSubmit revised GAAP PIU January 25,
2009Done
M&EComplete at least one PMTS, as a model, for arepresentative consortia under each component
PIU February 15,2009
Done
The CMU units are established and fully operationalfor all the consortia approved under Call 1 and Call2, with well defined performance indicators andbaseline data for them
PIU March 31,2009
Done in case of 71out of 82 consortiaupto 2nd Call
SafeguardsShare with the Bank a detailed review of the E&Ssafeguards templates to assess their adequacy incapturing potential negative and positiveenvironmental and social impacts and how theproposed mitigation measures are beingimplemented and monitored
PIU January 15,2009
Done
Disseminate the results across the consortia PIU January 31,2009
Done
Annexure-1.3JOINT DEA/BANK SECTOR PORTFOLIO PERFORMANCE REVIEW RELATING TO NAIP
(AGRICULTURE & RURAL DEVELOPMENT)FEBRUARY 11-12, 2009
SUMMARY OF THE AGREED ACTIONS
Project Details Issues Agreed actions ActionTaken by25 May,
2009Agriculture
1 National AgriculturalInnovation Project
Financial Management Delays in appointment of internal auditor and
operationalization of FMS software. Legal covenant onappointment of Internal Auditor in non-compliance.
Slow disbursement Disbursement is slow. Only 14% of the Credit has been
disbursed, including special account balance of USD 20million. Actual utilization of Credit is only 4.4% in 40% ofelapsed time.
Financial Management• Internal auditor has been hired on February 16, 2009
and has started the work.• Consultant to be hired for Accrual Accounting training
by May 10, 2009;
Training for 50 consortia institutes completed by July15, 2009.
Disbursement• All re-imbursement claims to be submitted to the Bank
within 45 days of completion of a quarter.• All consortia under Components 2 and 3 to be
approved by March 15, 2009.• Special steps to be taken to improve implementation of
Component 1 by March 15, 2009.• Complete component-wise list of consortia partners to
be submitted to the Bank for ensuring compliance witha legal covenant which will become due on March 31,
Done Technical
proposalsreceivedand will beevaluatedon22.05.2009
Will bedone
Will bedone
Done
Done
Done
Project Details Issues Agreed actions ActionTaken by25 May,
2009
Procurement Slow procurement; weak procurement and contract
management capacity in PIU and consortia partners.
Appointment of National Director Retirement of National Director, NAIP, on March 31, 2009.
2009.
Procurement• One additional procurement staff has been hired in PIU
on January 19, 2009.• Procurement consultant to be hired by April 30, 2009.
• Section Officer (Procurement) in PIU has completedtraining at ASCI, Hyderabad on February 23, 2009.Under Secretary (Proc & Admn) will be attending e-Procurement at ASCI, Hyderabad during 4-6th May,2009 and procurement training at Public ProcurementGroup (PPG), Delhi during 25-29 May, 2009
• Procurement training for consortia partners to becompleted by June 30, 2009.
Appointment of National Director• Selection/Appointment process completed for having a
dedicated full time National Director (ND), NAIP byApril 1, 2009.
• Dr. Mruthyunjaya, ND, prepares a detailed Charge-Handing-Over-Note listing key actions for improvingimplementation for the new ND by March 15 and sendsa copy to the DEA and the Bank.
Done
Will bedone by 30May, 2009
Done
Will beDone
Present NDis re-employedupto 31stSeptember,2009
Will bedone in themonth ofSept, 2009at theexpiry ofre-
Project Details Issues Agreed actions ActionTaken by25 May,
2009
Safeguard issues Safeguards• Component wise workshops of all the consortia
Principal Investigators to be organized for updating theEnvironment and Social Safeguards ManagementFramework by March 20, 2009 for Component 4, andby May 15, 2009 for Components 2 and 3.
employedperiod
done forComp-4on15-16April,2009. Willbe done forComp-2 on21-22 May,2009 andComp-3 on1st - 2nd
June, 2009.
Annexure 3.1
Some Learnings from NAIP and Needed Follow-up
Transparency and sincere use of rules and procedures will avoid interferences, promotesconfidence and goodwill in the system
Competitive Calls for Concept Notes with rigorous multilayer screening combined with hard workat PIU, NAIP has paid rich dividends in the form of grounding very good sub-projects
Administration and finance are the major bottlenecks to achieve and maintain overall progress inthe project. In other words fiduciary aspects (procurement and financial management) severelyconstrain project progress.
Dedicated M&E mechanism and consultancy is helpful provided we monitor it closely and supportit fully
Move towards bigger projects have to be gradual both from the point of view of conceptualizingbigger projects as well as management of partners and fund. In other words, the shift to planand execute bigger projects by scientists is gradual
Careful selection of partners is yielding dividends. But retaining them to get the promisedcontributions is a big challenge
Decentralization of power is generally working well. But need to be emphasized often to theresearch leaders/managers
Documentation, communication, reporting of progress, publications, dissemination of results atPIU as well as consortia will remain a major challenge. Dedicated efforts on a mission mode isnecessary on this as otherwise we will continue to remain unnoticed despite good work
Monitoring of Component-2 and 3 subprojects require special attention. Since the approvalprocess of them is now almost over, the approved projects need to be revisited to preparedocuments such as (a) directory of partners by categories (NGO, private sector etc.), (b)Innovations (science, institutional, policy) planned, (c) major focus, (d) expectedoutput/outcome, (e) major equipments (Rs. 10 lakh and above), (f) Contractual Staff (RAs, SRFs,Office Assistants), (g) CAC members (h) number of primary producer/farmer beneficiaries, (i)number of farmers, traders and others trained under the project, (j) number of scientists trainedin India, (k) number of scientists trained abroad (l) E&S issues and interventions (m) ideas andmechanism for ensuring the sustainability of the project
It may be a good idea to synthasige unique contributions of external (non ICAR-SAU) partners,particularly NGOs, private sector organizations with particular reference to alternate technologiesinnovations as well as methodologies and process changes used so that ICAR-SAU system can beable to integrate them in future R&D programme.
The Component-3 sub-projects should contribute to developing the guidelines for redesigning therural development programmes in the country. Further, it may be necessary for concurrentupscaling of successful experiences under component-3. While doing so, care may be taken tofocus on not only technical content but also service and support system and incentives requiredfor upscaling them.
The Component 2 sub-projects along with BPD units established under Component 1 shouldserve as real revenue models
Approved project budget analysis w.r.t major heads of expenditure will be helpful to suggestcertain reforms in project budgeting process, since the costing of the projects has beenattempted systematically
On the basis of experience under NATP and preparation of PIP, Manuals of FMS, procurement,and M&E it was felt that the expenditure will be higher in the first two years of NAIP theexperience is not supportive. However, there are some real bottlenecks which are system relatedand they will continue to be faced in the near future. Therefore, future project design should notunderestimate this reality.
Costing of the project by a Committee is a major reform in rationalizing the budget of theprojects
The consortia have promoted pluralism, synergy and value addition contributing to strengtheningNARS
The scientists in the ICAR/SAU system are now very much comfortable with the planning andworking with non-traditional partners like NGOs, private sector and others
Quantification of benchmarks and expected output, outcome, impact was difficult but done fairlywell
Competitive funding contributes to get creative ideas and quick, quality revision and response The comfort level of scientists with Component-2 and Component-3 gradually improved with the
Calls contributing to improved quality and diversity of consortia partners Transparent and responsive governance contributes to public confidence and smooth project
management and considerably reduces the time taken for completing the review and approvalprocess
NAIP is a not only scaled up research (investment) project but also a human resource andmanagement development project.
The support to international training both under consortia and at PIU, NAIP level is a majoropportunity to build skills and contribute to achievements in the short, medium and long run
The Composition of different Committees like NSC, PMC, RPC, OMPC, TAGs & OMAG may need tobe changed keeping in view the implementation phase of the project
The defined role of NCs in participation of Consortia activities need to be relooked since thenumber of approved consortia has increased three fold.
The role and responsibility of the SMDs in monitoring the NAIP projects including seriousefforts to mainstream the results into development programmes or to suitably pursue them in theregular schemes of the SMDs during 12th FYP is important. Proactive participation of SMDs is amust.
It is necessary to revisit the approved subprojects by components to examine whether there isany scope to fine-tune them in respect of the philosophy, rationale and objectives of NAIP.Further, it is necessary to categorize them in respect of themes, priorities identified underPAD/PIP so that monitoring and reporting progress will be made accordingly. For example inComponent-1, subcomponent-wise focus, in Component-2 & 4, priority wise focus and in case ofComponent-3, state and agro ecology regional focus may be considered.
Annexure-3.2
The Schedule of Component-2 Workshop at the University Auditorium, ANGRAU, Hyderabadon May 21-22, 2009
The Schedule of the Workshop is as Follows:
Chairperson: Dr. K. V. Raman, Chairman, RPC, Co-Chair, Dr. K. L. Chadha, Chairman, TAG-2
May 21, 2009
Time Item
10.00 AM- 10.30 AM Welcome of Delegates VC, ANGRAU, Hyderabad
Objectives of the Workshop Dr. Mruthyunjaya, ND, NAIP
Remarks by Chairman, TAG Dr. K. L. Chadha
Remarks by the World Bank Dr. P. S. Sidhu
Remarks by DDG (Engg.) Dr. M. M. Pandey
Remarks by Chairman, RPC Dr. K. V. Raman
Vote of Thanks Dr. J. P. Mittal
10.30 AM- 11.00 AM Tea
11.00 AM- 11.10 AM Salient Information on ProcessesFollowed in Component-2
Dr. J. P. Mittal
11.10 AM- 1.30 PM Presentation on Following Sub-projects (The slides should containthe information given in the attachedformat):
1. Value Chain on Bioethanol fromSorghum
2. Value Chain on BananaPseudostem
3. Value Chain on Potato and PotatoProducts
4. A Value Chain on Biomass BasedDecentralised Power Generation
Note: These presentations shouldcover for the consortium as awhole and should not beconfined to the work ofconsortium leader only.
Dr. Belum Reddy
Dr. R. G. Patil
Dr. B. P. Singh
Er. A. K. Dubey
1.30 PM- 2.30 PM Lunch
2.30 PM- 4.30 PM 1. E&SM Framework
2. Financial Management System
3. Procurement and Procurement Planfor the Year 2009-10
4. M&E and Implementation of PMTS
Note: This session should beused to address the problemswhich the project is facing inthese aspects.
Dr. A. P. Srivastava
Mr. Devendra Kumar
Mr. Kumar Rajesh
M&E Consultant
4.30 PM-5.30 PM All the participating consortia shouldbring all the required information forPMTS with them so that M&Econsultant may enter this informationinto the system.
May 22, 2009
10.00 AM-11.00 AM Comments and sharing of experiencesby CAC Chairmen
11.00 AM- 1.30 PM Parallel Session by remaining 47consortia in different groups. Thepresentation should cover theconsortium as a whole and should notbe confined to the work of consortiumleader. The slides may be made asper attached format.
Parallel Sessions
1.30 PM- 2.30 PM Lunch
2.30 PM- 3.30 PM Presentation & Discussion onSynthesis Report of Group Meetings
Respective Chairmen of Groups
3.30 PM- 4.00 PM 1. Remarks by World Bank Officials 2.Remarks by ND, NAIP
3. Chairman’s Remarks
Vote of Thanks
Dr. P. S. Sidhu
Dr. Mruthyunjaya
Dr. K. V. Raman
Dr. J. P. Mittal
Annexure-3.3Concurrent Session-I
I. Food Security & Income Augmentation:Venue : Seminar Hall-1, Auditorium, ANGRAU
Chairman : Dr. NGP RaoCo-chairman : Dr. B Shiv KumarRapporteurs : Drs. Mrs. Rama Nayak & KM ShankarCoordinator : Dr. G Shyam Prasad
1. Creation for Demand for Millet Foods Through PCS Value-Chain (CL: NRCS, Hyderabad)2. A Value Chain on Enrichment and Popularization of Potential Food Grains for Neutraceutical Benefits
(CL: UAS, Dharwad)3. A Value Chain on Production and Value Addition in Indian Major Carps and Prawns (CL: KVAFSU,
Bidar)4. A Value Chain on Food Products from Small Millets of Bastar Region of Chhattisgarh (CL: IGKVV,
Raipur)5. A Value Chain on Murrel Production in Tamil Nadu and Orissa (CL: St. Xavier’s College,
Palayamkottai)6. Export Oriented Marine Value Chain for Farmed-Seafood Production Using Cobia (Rachycentron
candum) Through Rural Entrepreneurship (CL: TANUVAS, Chennai)7. A Value Chain on Novelty Pork Products Under Organized Pig Farming System (CL: AAU, Jorhat)8. A Value Chain on Underutilized Fruits of Rajasthan (CL: MPUAT, Udaipur)9. A Value Chain on Commercialization of Maize Products (CL: UAS, Bangalore)10. A Value Chain on High Value Shellfish from Mariculture Systems (CL: CMFRI, Kochi)11. A Value Chain on Composite Dairy Foods with Enhanced Health Attributes (CL: NDRI, Karnal)
Concurrent Session-IIII. Agro-Processing:
Venue : Seminar Hall, Plant Breeding, ANGRAUChairman : Dr. BhapkarCo-chairman : Dr. Brahm SinghRapporteurs : Drs. N Kondaiah & BP SinghCoordinator : Dr. K Mayuri
1. A Value Chain for Clean Meat Production From Sheep (CL: NRCM, Hyderabad)2. A Value Chain in Coconut (CL: CPCRI, Kasargod)3. A Value Chain on Seabuckthorn (Hippophae L.) (CL: CSKHPKV, Palampur4. Tomato Processing Prioritizations for Global Competence (CL: Agri Food Park India Ltd., Pune)5. A Value Chain on Production of Food-Grade Nutraceuticals for Use as Natural Antioxidants and Food
Colorants (CL: IARI, New Delhi)6. A Value Chain on Kashmir Saffron (CL: SKUAST, Srinagar)7. A Novel Food Chain using By-products of Milling Industry for Enhancing Nutritional Security (CL:
IICPT, Thanjavur)8. A Value Chain on Castor and its Industrial Products (CL: SDAU, SK Nagar)9. A Value Chain on Selected Aromatic Plants of North East India (CL: CAU, Gangtok)10. A Value Chain on Linseed: Processing and Value Addition for Profitability (CL: BAIF, Pune)
Concurrent Session-III
III.Income Augmentation & Employment GenerationVenue : Committee Hall-2, Administrative Office, ANGRAU
Chairman : Dr. Ahmed BavappaRapporteurs : Drs. PP Srivatsav & KT ParthibanCoordinator : Dr. P Amala Kumari
1. A Value Chain for Cotton Fibre, Seed and Stalks: An Innovation for Higher Economic Returns toFarmers and Allied Stake Holders (CL: CIRCOT, Mumbai)
2. Responsible Harvesting and Utilization of Selected Small Pelagics and Fresh Water Fishes: A ValueChain Approach (CL: CIFT, Kochi)
3. A Value Chain on Oceanic Tuna Fisheries in Lakshadweep Sea (CL: CMFRI, Kochi)4. A Value Chain on Industrial Agroforestry in Tamil Nadu (CL: TNAU, Coimbatore)5. A Value Chain on Coconut Fibre and Its By-Products (CL: NIRJAFT, Kolkata)6. A Value Chain for Kokum, Karonda, Jamun and Jackfruit (CL: BSKKV, Dapoli)7. Protected Cultivation of High Value Vegetables and Cut Flowers-A Value Chain Approach (CL: IARI,
New Delhi)8. A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of Pomegranate (CL: Akshay Food Park
Limited, Bangalore)9. A Value Chain on Aloe Vera Processing (CL: IIT, Kharagpur)10. A Milk Value Chain in an Un-organized Sector (CL: TANUVAS, Chennai)
Concurrent Session-IVIV. Export Promotion:
Venue : Seminar Hall, Agronomy, ANGRAU
Chairman : Dr. KV PeterCo-chairman : Dr. GM KhanRapporteurs : Er. Dayananda KumarCoordinator : Dr. Belum Reddy
1. A Value Chain in Major Seed Spices for Domestic and Export Promotion (CL: SDAU, SK Nagar)2. A Value Chain on Flowers for Domestic and Export Markets (CL: TNAU, Coimbatore)3. A Value Chain on Lac and Lac Based Products for Domestic and Export Markets (CL: IINRG, Ranchi)4. A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of Pomegranate (CL: Akshay Food Park
Limited, Bangalore)5. A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of Patchouli (Pogostemon Patchouli) (CL:
JAFPL, Bangalore)6. A Value Chain on Cashew for Domestic and Export Markets (CL: CEPCI, Kollam)7. A Value Chain on Ginger and Ginger Products (CL: OUAT, Bhubaneswar)8. A Value Chain on Mango and Guava for Domestic and Export Market (CL: CISH, Lucknow)
Concurrent Session-V
V. Resource Use Efficiency:Venue : Seminar Hall-2, Auditorium, ANGRAU
Chairman : Dr. R.P. KachruCo-chairman : Dr. V. P. S. AroraRapporteurs : Drs. LN Harsh & Anil Kumar DubeyCoordinator : Dr. TV Hymavathi
1. A Value Chain on Fish Production on Fragile Agricultural Lands and Un-utilized Agro-aquaticResources in Konkan Region of Maharashtra (CL: CIFE, Mumbai)
2. A Value Chain in Natural Dye (CL: ANGRAU, Hyderabad)3. A Bio-pesticide Mediated Value Chain For Clean Vegetables (CL: CSKHPKV, Palampur)4. A Value Chain on Value Added Products Derived from Prosopis juliflora (CL: CAZRI, Jodhpur)5. A Value Chain on Zona Free Cloned Embryos for Quality Animal Production from Elite Buffaloes and
Pashmina Goats (CL: NDRI, Karnal)6. A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of Pashmina Fiber (CL: SKUAST, Srinagar)7. A Value Chain on Wild Honey Bee (CL: UAS, Bangalore)8. Capitalization of Prominent Landraces of Rice in Orissa Through Value Chain Approach (CL: MSSRF,
Jeypore)
Annexure-3.4
Thrust areas Identified in Different Calls under Component-2 of NAIP
Call-1
1. Food Security and Income Augmentation2. Agro-processing3. Income Augmentation and Employment Generation4. Export Promotion5. Resource Use Efficiency
Call-2
1. Export Promotion and Income Augmentation & Employment Generation2. Agro-processing3. Food Security and Income Augmentation
Call-3
1. Research on Value Chain (PCS) on Flower, Orchids, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants,Fruits and vegetables
2. Innovations in milk processing & marketing in the un-organized sector3. Fibres other than cotton and jute (like Banana, Sunhemp, Agave, Flax, Ramie and
Pineapples)4. Biomolecules from Marine Resources (like from Seaweeds & Cephalopods)5. High value chemicals and other by-products of commercial value from plants and
Animals6. Honey and honey Products7. Food grade phytochemicals and probiotics and, functional foods8. Composite grain/fruit/dairy based products9. Cosmeceuticals
Annexure-3.5
A. Priority Research Areas Suggested Under Basic and Strategic Research (BSR) for Call 1
(a) Genetic Enhancement of Plants
Gene discovery, genetic enhancement and allele mining in coarse cereals, oilseeds and pulses,mango, cucurbits, and medicinal and aromatic plants
Targeted integration of genes and organelle transformation Proteomics/ transcriptomics for response to biotic and abiotic stresses Molecular diagnostics for plant pathogens QTL identification, cloning and/ or use in marker-assisted selection Farmer-friendly diagnostic tools for testing purity of transgenic
(b) Genetic Enhancement of Animals
Gene discovery, genetic enhancement and allele mining in farm animals and fishes Proteomics/ transcriptomics for response to biotic and abiotic stresses QTL identification, cloning and/ or use in marker-assisted selection Bio-prospecting the marine biota for novel genes, bioactive molecules and products Stem cell research in fishes and animals Molecular diagnostics and vaccines for farm animals
(c) Natural Resource Management
Research into methods to control the availability and release of nutrients and carbon poolconservation & enhancement using strategic combinations of soil and organic & inorganic sourcesof nutrients
Research into GIS and low-cost electronic control systems for taking precision agriculture to smallfarms and multiple-cropping systems in India
Multiple use of low and degraded quality water for agriculture & allied activities Understanding the effects of climate change on agriculture through an integrated approach to
air, water, soil and plants Enhancing nutrient-use efficiency in buffaloes and cattle by manipulating rumen microbes and
enhancing nutrient qualities of low-value fodders Strategic research into overcoming long-standing non-tariff barriers against major Indian
agricultural exports, plants, animals and fish products
(d) Other Important Topics
Novel value-addition, processing and storage methods for agricultural products and by-products Development of state-of-the-art animal disease surveillance and control systems
B. Priority Research Areas Suggested Under Basic and Strategic Research (BSR) for Call 2and 3
a. Genetic enhancement of plants
1. Genetic enhancement of fruit crops (for Call 2). Genetic enhancement of use efficiency (for Call 3).2. Making novel gene constructs and identifying tissue growth stage in specific promoters.3. Development of novel tools for production of hybrids in field and horticultural crops.4. Genetic enhancement of input use efficiency of plants5. Recombinant proteins.6. RNA based biotechnology.7. Taxonomical research with emphasis on germplasm resources of plants, animals and fishes.8. Cytogenetical research in plant improvement.9. Gene discovery, genetic enhancement and allele mining10. Targeted integration of genes and organelle transformation11. Gene pyramiding12. Functional genomics/Proteomics/transcriptomics for response to biotic and abiotic stresses13. Molecular diagnostics for plant pathogens14. QTL identification, cloning and use in marker-assisted selection15. Bio-prospecting the land biota for novel genes, bioactive molecules and products
b. Genetic enhancement of animals/fishes
16. Genetic enhancement of input use efficiency of animals and fishes17. Gene discovery, genetic enhancement and allele mining in farm animals and fishes18. Proteomics/ transcriptomics for response to biotic and abiotic stresses19. QTL identification, cloning and use in marker-assisted selection20. Gene pyramiding in animals and fishes21. Bio-prospecting the marine biota for novel genes, bioactive molecules and products22. Stem cell research in fishes and animals23. Molecular diagnostics and vaccines for farm animals24. Auto-transgenics in animals and fishes25. RNA based biotechnology
c. Natural resource management plant
26. Integrated management of pod borer, wilt and mosaic virus in pulses (Call-2) / oilseeds, vegetables(Call-3).27. Agricultural waste, by-product and processing-waste based decentralized energy production.28. Protected cultivation of high value crops29. Production of fruits in non-traditional areas and seasons.30. Multiple use of low and degraded quality water for agriculture and allied activities31. Research on crop weed, pest and disease continuum32. Conservation Agriculture33. Farmer friendly diagnostic tools for testing purity of bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides.34. Mechanisation of small farms.
d. Natural resource management soil
35. Studies on diversity, dynamics and interaction of soil microflora.36. Impact of micronutrient deficiency in soil on crop, animal and human health.37. Plant root-soil and soil microflora interaction.38. Research into methods to control the availability and release of nutrients and carbon poolconservation and enhancement using strategic combinations of soil and organic and inorganic sources ofnutrients39. Research into GIS and low-cost electronic control systems for taking precision agriculture to smallfarms and multiple-cropping systems in India
e. Natural resource management animal/fish
40. Island fishery41. Fish hatching technology with availability of choice of spp. for the farmer.42. Research in to developing fish seed certification.43. Research in veterinary and fish pharmacology and development of new drug molecules.44. Validation of traditional medicines in treatment of animal diseases and drug discovery fromayurvedic preparations.45. Enhancing nutrient-use efficiency in buffaloes and cattle by manipulating rumen microbes andenhancing nutrient qualities of low-value fodders
f. Natural resource management other
46. Prevention of entry and management of alien plant, animal and fish spp.47. Genetic enhancement of useful microbes.48. Use of plants, animals and fish as bioreactors.49. Long term environmental and socio-economic effects of biofuel agriculture.50. Bioremediation for agriculturally relevant natural resources.51. Climate change impact forecasting, characterisation and mitigation.52. Input use efficiency in crops, animals and fishes53. Development of the state-of-the-art plant, animal and fish disease surveillance and control system54. Understanding the effects of climate change on agriculture through an integrated approach to air,water, soil and plants
g. PHT & Value Addition
55. Promotion of underutilised indigenous crops, vegetables and fruits through development of massproduction, value addition processing and identification of nutritional values.56. Formulation foods.57. Development of agricultural product standards.58. Impact on nutritional balance sheet of food processing and storage.59. Sanitary and phytosanitary aspects of major Indian agricultural, plants, animals and fish products60. Novel value addition, innovative products, processing and storage methods for agricultural productsand by-products
h. Social Sciences
61. Research into agricultural extension methods.62. Research into marketing systems, market outlook, market demand and maximising the profits of allstakeholders from the primary producer to the consumer63. Studies on appropriate region, commodity and market based institutional innovations like contractfarming, agri-commodity exchange, stakeholder held companies
64. Agro-environmental economics under the present global scenario.65. Research into technology forecasting systems.66. Risk assessment and insurance products for protection of farmers.67. Gender empowerment and mainstreaming.
i. Others
68. Research into information acquiring, storage, value addition and dissemination for Indian Agriculture.69. Bioinformatics70. Statistical research for experiments on farmers’ fields and biotic and abiotic stress affected areas.71. Biosensors72. Nanotechnology73. Use of non-conventional energy in agriculture74. Biosystematics of inserts, nematodes, fungi etc.
Annexure-3.6
Programme Schedule for the First Annual Workshop of the Component 4 of NAIP
Venue: IVRI, Izatnagar
Date: 14th & 15th April 2009
14th April 2009
Inaugural session
Chairman: Dr. K.V. Raman
Co-chairman: Dr. N.N. Goswami
Welcome (Dr. D.N. Kamra) 9.30am - 935am
Purpose of the Workshop (A. Bandyopadhyay) 9.35am - 9.40am
Remarks of the Director, IVRI 9.40am - 9.45am
Remarks of the World Bank Team Leader (Dr. P.S. Sidhu) 9.45am - 9.50am
Remarks of the Chairman, TAG of Component 4 and Co-Chairmanof the workshop (Dr. N. N. Goswami)
9.45am - 9.50am
Remarks of the Chairman of the RPC & the Chairman of theWorkshop (Dr. K.V. Raman)
9.50am -10.00am
Presentation on Progress & Learning processes by 16 CPIs from all first call & fivesecond call sub-projectsChairman: Dr. K.V. Raman
Co-chairman: Dr. N.N. Goswami
Presentation by 4 CPIs(10-minute presentation +5-minute discussion each)
10.00am -1100am
Tea break 11.00am - 11.30am
Presentations by 8 CPIs 11.30am - 1.30pm
Lunch 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Presentations by 4 CPIs 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Tea break 3.30pm - 4.00pm
Observations /Experience of CAC Chairman 4.00pm - 6.00pm
15thApril 2009Presentations (based on experiences/learnings & major points emerging from the 16presentations)Chairman: Dr. N. N. GoswamiM & E Consultant 9.00am - 9.25am
Director (Finance), NAIP 9.25am - 9.40am
US (Procurement), NAIP 9.40am - 9.55am
Discussion 9.55am -10.30am
Observations on the basis of experience gained so far by theSecond call & Third call project CPIs & discussion
11.00am - 12.00am
Observations based on the Synthesis of the workshopDr. P. S. Sidhu, World bank 12 noon - 12.15noon
Chairman 12.15noon - 12.35pm
Vote of Thanks 12.35pm - 12.40pm
Lunch 12.40pm - 2.00pm
General Discussion/ Consultations of the CPI with the M&EConsultant, Director(Finance) & US(Procurement)
2.00pm - 3.30pm
Annexure-3.7
Slide Format for presentations on progress of sub-projects
(Annual Workshop Component 4 on 14 - 15.04.09)
Slide No. Content
1 Sub-project title, objectives, total budget, partners of the sub-project, thedate of sanction & your subproject’s website id
2 & 3 Give in a tabular from what you were supposed to deliver in accordancewith the M&E framework in the period from start till date and what youhave delivered
4 Any technical or process innovations
5 Whether CMU formed, what activities the CMU is undertaking
6 Environmental and Social safeguard issues if any vis-a-vis your projectdocument
7 & 8 Number & dates of CIC&CAC meetings & the help received by thesecommittees in execution & mid course corrections (with 2 to3 examples)
9 Problems faced in execution in terms of partnership, technical aspects,and financial & procurement aspects
10 Your suggestions for solution of each problem listed in slide no.9
S.No Project Title PI & CCPIs Name Name of Institutions e-mail address Website link
1Identification of Quantitative Trait Locifor Milk yield, Fat and protein percentin Buffaloes
Dr.Ramesh Kumar Vijh NBAGR , Karnal [email protected] www.buffaloqtl.org
2
Allele mining Expression profiling ofResistance and Avirulence-genes inRice-Blast pathosystem forDevelopment of Race Non-SpecificDisease Resistance
Dr. T. R. Sharma NRC PB, IARI, Pusa, New Delhi [email protected],[email protected]
http://nrcpb.org/NAIP_WEBSITE/links.html
3Understanding plant-nematodeinteractions using RNAi
Dr. K. Subramaniam Indian Institute of Technology,Kanpur
[email protected] www.iitk.ac.in/bsbe/faculty/subramaniam/NAIP
4
Development of biosensor and micro-techniques for analysis of pesticideresidues, aflatoxin heavy metals andbacterial contamination in milk
Dr Sunil Bhand Birla Institute Of Technology AndScience-Pilani, Goa Campus
[email protected] http://www.bits-goa.ac.in/NAIP_Project/index.html
Annexure-3.8
List of Approved Sub-projects under Component 4
4
Development of biosensor and micro-techniques for analysis of pesticideresidues, aflatoxin heavy metals andbacterial contamination in milk
Dr Sunil Bhand Birla Institute Of Technology AndScience-Pilani, Goa Campus
[email protected] http://www.bits-goa.ac.in/NAIP_Project/index.html
5
Development of non-destructiveSystems for evaluation of microbial andphysico-chemical Quality Parameters ofMango
Dr. S. N. Jha CIPHET, PAU, Ludhiana [email protected] www.ciphet.in/naip/index.html
6Molecular Tools for exploitation ofheterosis yield and oil quality insesame
Prof. S. K. Sen Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Kharagpur
7Design and development of RubberDam for watersheds
Mr. P.R. Chaudhury Indian Rubber ManufacturersResearch Association (IRMRA),Thane
[email protected] http://www.irmra.org/naip/index.htm
8
Elucidating the physiological andgenomic regulation process of folliculardevelopment, oocyte maturation andembryogenesis in buffalo
Dr. T.K.Datta National Dairy Research Institute(NDRI), Karnal
[email protected] www.ndri.res.in
9Arsenic in food-chain: Cause, effectand mitigation
Dr.Supradip Sarkar Bidhan Chandra KrishiVishwavidyalaya , Mohanpur ,Nadia
[email protected] www.bckv.edu.in
10
Unraveling molecular processesinvolved in adventive polyembryonytowards genetic engineering forfixation of heterosis
Dr. S.R. Bhat National Research Centre on PlantBiotechnology, New Delhi
[email protected] http://nrcpb.org/NAIP_WEBSITE/links.html
11
Genomic analysis of cotton boll andfibre development
Dr.V.Siva Reddy International Centre for GeneticEngineering and Biotechnology(ICGEB), New Delhi
[email protected] http://www.icgeb.res.in/NAIP/NAIP-ICGEB.html
12
Development of Wireless SensorNetwork for Animal Management
Prof. Subrat Kar Indian Institute of Technology,Delhi
[email protected] http://sites.google.com/site/wsnforanimalmanagement/progress-milestones
13Toll-like receptors in farm animals-Evolutionary lineages and application indisease resistance
Dr. G. Dhinakar Raj Madras Veterinary College,TANUVAS, Chennai
[email protected] www.naiptle.com
14
Synthesis and Characterization of Nano-Cellulose and its Application inBiodegradable Polymer Composites toEnhance Their Performance
Dr. N.Vigneshwaran Central Institute for Research onCotton Technology (CIRCOT),Mumbai.
[email protected] www.nanocellulose.in
14
Synthesis and Characterization of Nano-Cellulose and its Application inBiodegradable Polymer Composites toEnhance Their Performance
Dr. N.Vigneshwaran Central Institute for Research onCotton Technology (CIRCOT),Mumbai.
[email protected] www.nanocellulose.in
15
Characterisation and Differentiation ofEmbryonic and Spermatogonial StemCells in Cattle and Buffaloes
Dr M.S. Chauhan National Dairy ResearchInstitute,Karnal-
[email protected], [email protected]
www.stemcellnaip.com
16
Effect of abiotic stresses on the naturalenemies of crop pests: Trichogramma ,Chrysoperla , Trichoderma andPseudomonas , and mechanism oftolerance to these stresses
Dr. S.K. Jalali Project Directorate of BiologicalControl, Hebbal, Bangalore-560024
[email protected] www.pdbc.res.in.naip.button
17
Research into Development of DecisionSupport Systems for Insect Pests ofMajor Rice and Cotton based CroppingSystems
Dr Y. G. Prasad Central Research Institute forDryland Agriculture, Hyderabad
[email protected];[email protected]
www.crida.ernet.in
18
Novel strategies for moleculardiagnosis of plant viruses
Dr Bikash Mandal Indian Agricultural ResearchInstitute, New Delhi-110012
[email protected] http://sites.google.com/site/plantvirusnaipproject
19
Biosystematics of the Genera Vigna,Cucumis and Abelmoschus
Dr. K.V. Bhat National Bureau of Plant GeneticResources, Pusa Campus, NewDelhi-110012
[email protected],[email protected]
http://sites.google.com/site/biosystematics.naip
20
Studies on relationship betweenecogeography of the chemotypicvariation of nine important but highlythreatened medicinal plant species andprospects of their cultivation
Dr AKS Rawat National Botanical ResearchInstitute, Lucknow-226001
http://sites.google.com/site/chemotypicnaip/
21
Development of goat having knockeddown myostatin gene through RNAinterference technology to enhance themeat production .
Dr B.C.Sarkhel Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi VishwaVidyalaya,Jabalpur (M.P)
[email protected] www.naip.mstnknockdown.com
22
Assessment of Quality and Resilienceof Soils in Diverse Agro-ecosystems
Dr. Samaresh Kundu Indian Institute of Soil Science,Berasia Road Bhopal 462 038
http://www.iiss.nic.in/iiss/iiss.htm
23
Analysis of mammary glandtranscriptome and proteome duringlactation and involution in indigenouscattle and buffalo for identification ofprobable mammary biomarkers
Dr A. K. Mohanty National Dairy Research Institute(NDRI), Karnal
[email protected], [email protected]
www.ndri.res.in/naipakm/home.htm
23
Analysis of mammary glandtranscriptome and proteome duringlactation and involution in indigenouscattle and buffalo for identification ofprobable mammary biomarkers
Dr A. K. Mohanty National Dairy Research Institute(NDRI), Karnal
[email protected], [email protected]
www.ndri.res.in/naipakm/home.htm
24Risk Assessment and InsuranceProducts for Agriculture
Dr.B C Barah National Centre for AgriculturalEconomics and Policy Research,DPS Marg, New Delhi-110012
[email protected] http://www.ncap.res.in
25
Nano-technology for EnhancedUtilization of Native - Phosphorus byPlants and Higher Moisture Retentionin Arid Soils
Dr. J. C. Tarafdar Central Arid Zone ResearchInstitute Jodhpur, Rajasthan
[email protected] http://www.cazri.res.in/misc/naip/overview.html
26
Study of herbal acaricides as means toovercome the development ofresistance in ticks to conventionalacaricides
Dr Srikanta Ghosh IVRI, Izatnagar -243122, Bareilly,UP
[email protected] www.tickcontrolivri.com
27Soil Organic Carbon Dynamics vis-à-visAnticipatory Climatic Changes and CropAdaptation Strategies
Dr.P. Bhattachara Central Rice Research Institute,Cuttack – 753006, Orissa
28
Rumen microbial diversity indomesticated and wild ruminants andimpact of additives on methanogenesisand utilization of poor quality fibrousfeeds
Dr. D.N. Kamra Indian Veterinary ResearchInstitute, Izatnagar -243122
[email protected] www.rumenmicrobesivri.com
29
Bamboo as a Green EngineeringMaterial in Rural Housing andAgricultural Structures for SustainableEconomic growth
Dr. Ashok Gupta /Dr.Sudhakar
Dept. of Civil Engg, IIT Delhi,New Delhi-110016
[email protected] http://www.iitd.ac.in/deptt/civil/NAIP/index.htm
30
Towards development of a single cellC4 photosynthetic system in rice
Dr. B.C. TripathyProfessor
Jawaharlal NehruUniversityNew Delhi 110067
[email protected]@mailjnu.ac.in
31
Development of Spectral ReflectanceMethods and low cast sensors for real-time application of variable rate inputsin Precision Farming
Dr. Manjeet Singh Punjab AgriculturalUniversity,Ludhiana
www.pau.edu/naip.pf
32
Studies on High Pressure Processing(HPP) of High Value PerishableCommodities
Dr.PSRao IIT,Kharagpur [email protected] http://sites.google.com/site/hppnaip/32
Studies on High Pressure Processing(HPP) of High Value PerishableCommodities
Dr.PSRao IIT,Kharagpur [email protected] http://sites.google.com/site/hppnaip/
33
Studies on Cryogenic Grinding forRetention of Flavour and MedicinalProperties of Some Important IndianSpecies
Dr.KKSingh CIPHET,Ludhiana [email protected]
34
Detection and mitigation of dairypathogens and detection of adulterantsusing chemical biology
Dr.NaveenKumarNavani
IIT,Roorkee [email protected]
35
Novel Approaches for Production ofNutraceuticals from Milk and IndianHerbs for Potential Use in FunctionalDairy Foods
Dr.RRBSingh NBAGR, Karnal [email protected];
36
Novel Biotechnological Processes forProduction of High Value Products fromRice Straw and Bagasse
DR.BSChadha GNDU,Amritsar [email protected]
37
Studies on the Ecology and Taxonomyof Whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, in India, itsSymbiosis with various Obligate andFacultative Bacterial Symbionts
Dr.Rajgopal Raman ICGEB,New Delhi [email protected]
38
Nature of Interactions among theEntomopathogenic Nematodes,Bacterial Symbionts and the InsectHost
Dr.SudershanGanguly
Nematology,IARI,New Delhi [email protected]
39
Designing and studying mode of actionand biosafety of nanopesticides
Dr.Arunava Goswami ISI,Kolkata [email protected]
40
Potential of RNAi in Insect PestManagement: A Model in SilencingImportant Genes specific to TomatoFruit Borer, Helicoverpa armigeraHubner (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera)
Dr.RAsokan IIHR,Bangalore [email protected]
41
To Understand the Nature of Diversityin Lac Insects of Kerria Spp . in Indiaand the Nature of Insect x HostInteraction
Dr.RanganathanRamani
IINRG,Ranchi [email protected]
41
To Understand the Nature of Diversityin Lac Insects of Kerria Spp . in Indiaand the Nature of Insect x HostInteraction
Dr.RanganathanRamani
IINRG,Ranchi [email protected]
42
Serological Diversity and MolecularCharacterization of Dichelobacternodosus and development of vaccineagainst virulant footrot
Dr.ShakilAhmedWani
SKUAST, Jammu & Kashmir [email protected]
43
Molecular basis of capacitation likechanges in the assessment andprevention of cryodamage duringcryopreservation of bovinespermatozoa (Buffalo and CrossbredBulls)
Dr.S.K.Atreja NDRI, Karnal [email protected] www.naipsubproject.blogspot.com
44Genetic Basis of Inferior Sperm Qualityand Fertility of Crossbred Bulls
Dr. Indrajit Ganguly PDC, Meerut [email protected]
45Developmental Potency ofParthenogenetic goat Embryos
Dr.Sadhan Bag IVRI, Izatnagar [email protected] www.parthenoteivri.com
46
Bovine Mastitis: Unraveling MolecularDetails of Host-Microbe Interaction anddevelopment of molecular diagnosticmethods.
Dr.BRSome PD_ADMAS, banglore [email protected] http://pdadmas.ernet.in
47
Toll-like receptors in phylogeneticallydivergent fish species-their contributionin modulating the innate immunity
Dr.M Samanta CIFA, Bhubneswar [email protected]
48
Modeling the performance of a fewmajor cropping systems in easternIndia in the light of projected climatechange
Dr.S Pasupalak OUAT, Orrisa [email protected]
49
Diversity analysis of Bacillus and otherpredominant genera in Eetremeenvironment and its utilization inagriculture
Dr.A KSaxena NBAIM, Mou [email protected]
50
Gene silencing – A strategy formanagement of White Spot SyndromeVirus (WSSV).
Dr. K.C. Majumdar CCMB, Hyderabad [email protected] [email protected]
Gene silencing – A strategy formanagement of White Spot SyndromeVirus (WSSV).
Dr. K.C. Majumdar CCMB, Hyderabad [email protected] [email protected]
51
Standardization of selected Ethnicfermented foods and beverages byRationalization of Indigenousknowledge
Dr. K. Suresh kumar IICPT,Thanjavur [email protected]
52
Utilization of Weed Flora of MedicinalValue in Some Important CroppingSystems of Andhra Pradesh
Dr. Battu Ganga Rao Andhra UniversityVisakhapatnam – 530 003
53
Identification of oncolytic viral genesand development of tumour targetednano-delivery vehicle for cancertherapy in bovines
Dr. Ashok K. Tiwari IVRI, Izatnagar [email protected] wwww.viralgeneoncotherapy.org
54
Precision Farming Technologies basedon Microprocessor and DecisionSupport Systems for Enhancing InputApplication Efficiency in ProductionAgriculture
Er. Prem ShankerTiwari
CIAE,Bhopal [email protected]
55
Understanding the mechanism of off-season flowering and fruiting in mangounder different environmentalconditions
Dr Shailendra Rajan CISTH,Lucknow [email protected] http://offseasonmango.cishlko.org
56
Manipulation of the rumen ecosystemthrough modified rumen microbesencoding novel fibrolytic enzymesusing nucleic acid based technologiesfor the improved utilization of cropresidues
Dr. M.Chandrasekharaiah
NIANP,Banglore [email protected]
57
Understanding the mechanism ofvariation in status of a few nutritionallyimportant micronutrients in someimportant food crops and themechanism of micronutrientenrichment in plant parts
Dr. M. V. Singh IISS,Bhopal [email protected]
57
Understanding the mechanism ofvariation in status of a few nutritionallyimportant micronutrients in someimportant food crops and themechanism of micronutrientenrichment in plant parts
Dr. M. V. Singh IISS,Bhopal [email protected]
58
Georeferenced Soil Information Systemfor Land Use Planning and MonitoringSoil and Land Quality for Agriculture
Dr. D.K. Pal, NBSS&LUP [email protected];[email protected]
www.geosis-naip-nbsslup
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Study of the status and nature ofvariability in freshwater bivalves inthe Western Ghats and identification ofspecies with commercial value
Dr. S. Thippeswamy MangaloreUniversity,Karnataka [email protected]
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Development of a set of alternative ICTmodels based on a study and analysisof the major ICT initiatives inagriculture in India to meet theinformation need of the Indianfarmers.
Dr T S Anurag Media Lab Asia [email protected]
Annexure – 4.1
List showing the equipments under ICB procured in 2008-09
Sl.No. Institute Description of Items Quantity
Method ofProcurement
Cost Purchase Order
1 NRCPB, NewDelhi
Fluorescent Microscope1 ICB
Yen2826415.00
6-76/08-NRCPB/7907-11
Dated 12.01.2009
2 NRCPB, NewDelhi
Incubator Shaker withAccessories 1 ICB SFR
27383.00
6-66/08-NRCPB/7741-45
dated 23.01.2009
3 NRCPB, NewDelhi
Water Bath
1ICB
Euro4512.00
6-82/08-NRCPB/8880-04
dated 28.01.2009
4 SKUAST,Kashmir
Fast Protein LiquidChromatography System withAccessories
1 ICBUSD
26768.00
VMI/NAIP-C30013/08-09/ICB-1
dated 29.01.2009
5 SKUAST,Kashmir
2-D Electrophoresis System withImage Scanner/AnalysisSoftware & Wet/Semidry Blotwith Accessories
1 ICBUSD
20944.00
VMI/NAIP-C30013/08-09/ICB-1
dated 29.01.2009
6 SKUAST,Kashmir
Ultracentrifuge with rotors1 ICB
USD63913.00
VMI/NAIP-C30013/08-09/ICB-1
dated 29.01.2009
7 NDRI, Karnal AOAC Kit for Indicator Organism
1 ICBRs.
995596.00
NDRI/NAIP/NKG/C4/C10125/ICB/02/200
8/2250-57 dated27.03.2009
8 SKUAST,Kashmir
Ultra Deep Freezer1 ICB
USD8600.00
VMI/NAIP-16/08-09/140-142 dated
28.03.2009
9 SKUAST,Kashmir
Thermal Cycler1 ICB
Euro
7305.00
VMI/NAIP-16/08-09/143-145 dated
28.03.2009
Sl.No. Institute Description of Items Quantity
Method ofProcurement
Cost Purchase Order
10 NDRI, Karnal Proteomics Digester & Spotter
1 ICBUSD.
36515.00
NDRI/NAIP/C4-C2076/AKM/ICB/04/2008/173-181 dated
31.03.2009
11 NDRI, Karnal 2-D Electrophoresis Module
1 ICBUSD.
24897.00
NDRI/NAIP/C4-C2076/AKM/ICB/04/2008/182-190 dated
31.03.2009
12 NDRI, Karnal MultidimensionalChromatography System
1 ICBUSD.
42440.00
NDRI/NAIP/C4-C2076/AKM/ICB/04/2008/191-199 dated
31.03.2009
13 NDRI, Karnal Proteomics Imager and RoboticSpot Cutter
1 ICB
USD.
86538.00
NDRI/NAIP/C4-C2076/AKM/ICB/04/2008/200-208 dated
31.03.2009
14 NDRI, Karnal Microbiological Plate Reader
1 ICBUSD.
25917.00
NDRI/NAIP/C-4-C10125/2006-
07/2284-92 dated28.03.2009
15 NDRI, Karnal Microprocessor ControlledRefrigerated Incubator Shaker
1 ICBUSD.
12076.00
NDRI/NAIP/NKG/C4/C10125/ICB/02/200
8/2318-25 dated30.03.2009
16 JNU, New Delhi Plant Growth Chamber1 ICB
Euro37062.00
47/BCT/NAIP/SLS/09dated 09.03.2009
17 JNU, New Delhi CO2 Dosing and Control System1 ICB
Euro6300.00
49/BCT/NAIP/SLS/09dated 16.03.2009
18 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Laboratory cone and otherdesign spinning machine,(Model-MERLIN SPA 603)Spintester of 6 spindles alongwith creel
1 ICBEURO
59882.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09/2885 dated
28.02.2009
Sl.No. Institute Description of Items Quantity
Method ofProcurement
Cost Purchase Order
19 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Per-Evaporator1 ICB
USD
11,600.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09dated 30.03.2009
20 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Extractor1 ICB
USD
47520.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09dated 30.03.2009
21 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Dynamic Light ScatteringParticle Size Analyser
1 ICBUSD
50700.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09/2945 dated
05.03.2009
22 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Fast Protein Liquidchromatography or substantiallyEquivalent
1 ICBUSD
45018.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09/2946 dated
05.03.2009
23 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Analytical Ultracentrifuge
1 ICBUSD
45800.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09/2947 dated
05.03.2009
24 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Atomic Force Microscope
1 ICBUSD
123650.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09/2944 dated
05.03.2009
25 CIRCOT,Mumbai
Ultra High PressureHomogenizer
1 ICBUSD
62500.00
Admn-IV/NAIP/ICB/08-09/3151 dated
23.03.2009
26 NRCPB, NewDelhi
PCR with Multiplex1 ICB
EURO15700.00
6-13/08-NRCPB/1949-53
dated 28.03.2009
Sl.No. Institute Description of Items Quantity
Method ofProcurement
Cost Purchase Order
27 PunjabiUniversity,Patiala
Sequi- Gen GT system 38 x 50cm with integrated platechamber 1653863
Power Pack HV Power Supply1655056
Power Pack Basic Power Supply220-240V 1655050
Horizontal Mini Sub cell GTSystem with 7 x 10 cm tray,mini gel caster 1704467
Mini protean Tetra cell, 10 well,1.0 mm thickness 1658003
1
ICBUSD
9960.00
325/NPIR/BT dated06.02.2009
28 PunjabiUniversity,Patiala
Mini Opticon Real Time PCRdetector including opticalhousing thermal cycler andanalysis software CFB 3120
Thermal Cycler
Optical system
Gradient Specifications
1 ICB USD 23050
325/NPIR/BT dated06.02.2009
29 NBAGR, Karnal Eppendorf Mastercyclerepgradient S with manual Lid +Control Panel
2 ICBRs.
8,83,802.00
18-783/2008-P-NAIP-3288-90, dated
22.12.2008
30 NBAGR, Karnal Mix Mate Low Volume mixerwith integrated vortex functionincl. 3 tube holder: PCR 96, 0.5ml, 2.0 ml
1 ICBRs.
91,959.00
18-782/2008-P-NAIP-3291-93, dated
22.12.2008
31 NBAGR, Karnal Eppendorf Centrifuge 5415 R,230/50-60 Hz 1 ICB
Rs.1,87,089.00
18-773/2008-P-NAIP-3294-96, dated
22.12.2008
32 CIPHET,Ludhiana
1225 Sampling Manifold, 1/pk (A part of Vacuum FiltrationUnit)
1 ICBRs.
85150.00
43-16/P&S/08(16)/7680
dated 28.11.2008
Sl.No. Institute Description of Items Quantity
Method ofProcurement
Cost Purchase Order
33 PunjabiUniversity,Patiala
Electrochemical workstation,CHI 660c with accessories 1 ICB
USD14920.00
258/NPIR/BT dated16.12.2008
34 PunjabiUniversity,Patiala
Fiber Optic Spectrofluorimeterand accessories 1 ICB
USD11500.00
259/NPIR/BT dated16.12.2008
35 CIPHET,Ludhiana
NIR portable spectrometerswith accessories & spectraacquisition software forspectrometer range: 400-1135mm
1 ICBRs.
442575.00
43-16/P&S/08(02)/6673dated 29.10.2008
36 CIPHET,Ludhiana
NIR portable spectrometerswith accessories & spectraacquisition software forspectrometer range: 900-2500mm
1 ICBRs.
1277000.00
43-16/P&S/08(19)/7292dated 20.11.2008
37 CIPHET,Ludhiana
Fiber optic spectrometer1 ICB
Rs.608792.00
43-16/P&S/08(11)/6591 dated25.10.2008
38 NBAGR, Karnal Eppendorf Centrifuge Minispin,230V/50-60 Hz, incl. standardrotor, anodized aluminum, 45deg angle, 12 bores for1.5/2.0ml microcentrifuge tubeswith max. 11mm ø completewith stainless steel lid.
2 ICB Euro 1300
18-747/2008-P-NAIP-2444-46 dated05.11.2008
39 NBAGR, Karnal Bovine SNP50 Whole GenomeGenotyping Kit incl. 4 bead chipfor analyzing 48 samples.
1 ICB USD 1392018-785/2008-P-NAIP-3093-94 dated12.12.2008
40 SKUAST,Kashmir
Chemicals- ICB
Rs.180888.00
VMI/NAIP-10/08-09/72-74 dated
26.02.2009
Annexure-4.2PIU-NAIP STAFF POSITION
Name of the post Approved as per EFC/CCEANote and sanctioned by
ICAR/DARE(Number)
In Position(Number)
a. Regular StaffNational Director 1 1National Coordinator 4 4Director (Finance) 1 1Deputy Director(Finance) - 1Senior Finance & AccountsOfficer
1 1
Under Secretary 1 1Technical Officer 4 -Finance & Accounts Officer 2 1Section Officer 1 1Private Secretary 1 1Asst. Finance & AccountsOfficer
1 1
Assistants 2 2Cashier 1 1PA 1 1Steno 1 -Driver 1 1Total 23 18b. Contractual Staff
(i) Research Associates 14 12(ii) Supporting Staff
Chartered Accountant 1 1System Analyst 1 1Office Assistant 3 3Office Secretary 5 5Computer Operator 3 3LDC/Dispatch Clerk 3 3Messenger 10 10Driver 1 1Total 27 27
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INDIAN COUNCIL OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION PROJECT (NAIP)
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT (PIU)
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT: 2008-2009
1.0 Preamble
Indian agriculture is passing through a critical stage of low agricultural growth,
stagnating/decelerating productivity growth, unsustainable land and water-use practices and
challenges of a market-driven and competitive regime. The country is also addressing the issue
of global melt down and macro-economic packages are being tried to lessen the burden and
hasten the process of growth recovery. To address these challenges and to address food security
and generate additional income and employment for the poor, the critical role of agricultural
research and development (R&D) is felt more than ever before. In other words, accelerated,
inclusive and sustainable agricultural growth should be triggered by advances and innovation in,
and applications of science in agriculture. For making agricultural R&D achieve such a goal, firstly
the efficiency of R&D system has to be enhanced and the enabling environment has to be
created for science to excel. Secondly, innovative ways of conducting research have to be
developed such as pursuing a ‘production to consumption system’, sustainable rural livelihood
security in disadvantaged regions of India, harnessing basic and strategic research in frontier
agricultural sciences to break the yield and quality barriers, etc. Keeping these needs in view, the
National Agricultural Innovation Project with the assistance of the World Bank is implemented by
ICAR since July, 2006. NAIP focuses on the following:
Science should contribute to higher productivity, profitability, income, employment, nutrition
and finally to livelihood security
Science should seek end to end solution, covering production to consumption, farm to rural
nonfarm enterprises, core production activities to rural livelihood services and supplies, rural-
urban continuum
Realization that development in agriculture cannot be left to only government, non-
governmental, un-conventional agencies to be actively involved as partners
Need for paradigm shift in supply driven approach to demand driven approach
Norms, rules, procedures to serve the need and help the transformation
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1.1 Project Objective
The objective of the project is to contribute to the sustainable transformation of Indian
agricultural sector form production orientation to one in which market orientation is equally
important for income generation and poverty alleviation. The specific objective is to accelerate
the collaborative development and application of agricultural innovations between public research
organizations, farmers, private sector and other stakeholders.
1.2 Project Cost and Funding Arrangements
Total cost of the project is US $250.00 million and of which borrower’s share is US $50.00 million.
The details are given in Table 1.1.
Table 1.1: Project Cost
ParticularsProject Cost
US$ in millions Rs. in crores
IDA Credit 200.00 951.99
Government of India 50.00 238.00
Total 250.00 1189.99
Source-wise funding arrangements are given in Table 1.2 and phasing is given in Table1.3.
Table 1.2: Financing Plan
(US$ m)
Source Local Foreign Total
Borrower(Government of India) 50.00 0.00 50.00
International Development
Association
181.75 18.25 200.00
Total 231.75 18.25 250.00
Table 1.3: Estimated Disbursement (Bank FY/US$ m)
Financial Years 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Annual 11.13 36.41 48.92 37.62 25.03 29.71 11.21
Cumulative 11.13 47.54 96.43 134.06 159.09 188.79 200.00
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1.3 Project Period
The project was launched in July 2006 and became effective on 18, September 2006. The closing
date of the project is 31st December, 2012.
1.4 Implementation Arrangement and Major Stakeholders
NAIP will be implemented in a decentralized manner. Successful implementation of NAIP will
require frequent and intensive interaction with a broad array of NARS partners (National
Agricultural Research System), clients and stakeholders including those from the private sectors.
To ensure smooth and effective project implementation, various committees/bodies at different
levels have been formed:
At NAIP level: (i) National Steering Committee (NSC), (ii) Project Management Committee, (iii)
Research Programme Committee (RPC), (iv) Organization and Management Programme
Committee (OMPC), (v) Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs) for 3 Research Components and
Organization and Management Advisory Group (O&MAG) for Component 1.
At sub-project level: Consortium Advisory Committee (CAC), Consortium Implementation
Committee (CIC) and Consortium Monitoring Unit (CMU).
The Project Implementation Unit (PIU) is established at ICAR, KAB-II, New Delhi for the
coordination and facilitation of implementation of the entire NAIP.
1.5 Review of the Project during the year
The National Steering Committee met once during the year (18 December, 2008) and reviewed
the progress of NAIP and suggested that the funds available under NAIP should be fully
committed by 15 February, 2009 and concentrate on faithful implementation of the subprojects.
The Project Management Committee has met 8 times and also reviewed the progress of the
project besides other aspects (Annexure-1.1). As per the decision taken by PMC earlier,
National Director, NAIP made presentation in each PMC meeting on the update on the
contributions of approved projects/activities under NAIP for achieving the objectives of NAIP.
The project was reviewed by the World Bank during 02-11 June, 2008 and 05-12 December,
2008.
Draft Compliance Report on the recommendation of the 4th Implementation Support Misison is
enclosed (Annexure-1.2). There was a Joint DEA/BANK sector portfolio performance review
relating to NAIP during 11-12 February, 2009. The action taken report on the same is enclosed
(Annexure-1.3). In general, these reviews while expressing satisfaction on the grounding of
good sub-projects, expressed the need for improvement in fund utilization, reimbursement,
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financial management, procurement. They also advised that E&S safeguards be clearly spelt out
for the consortia under Component 2 and 3.
2.0 NAIP Components
The NAIP comprises four components as under:
2.1 Component 1: ICAR as the Catalyzing Agent for the Management of Change in the
Indian NARS
Component 1 deals with strengthening of ICAR and the SAUs as catalyzing agents for the system
by strengthening information, communication and dissemination capacities, business planning
and development, skill development in generation and dissemination of knowledge, and capacity
building models, policy analysis, long- and short-terms visioning, market intelligence analysis, and
capacity development to remodel financial and procurement systems as per the requirements of
smooth functioning of organization.
2.2 Component 2: Research on Production to Consumption Systems
A ‘Research to Production to Consumption Systems’ (PCS) comprises the entire set of actors,
materials, activities, services, and institutions involved in cultivation and harvesting of a specific
food commodity, transforming it into a high-value product and marketing the final product. The
system will include all the technologies from cultivation to processing, as well as the social,
institutional and economic environments in which these processes operate. The PCS implies a
higher priority, among others, to post-harvest processing, quality management and hygiene and
safety issues. The importance of marketing implies a shift towards products with large market
and high-income growth potential.
2.3 Component 3: Research on Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security
In Component 3, emphasis will be on improving the sustainability of the farming systems and
natural resource management practices in the less-favorable environments. Higher attention will
be given to rainfed, hilly and mountainous, coastal and island eco-regions.
2.4 Component 4: Basic and Strategic Research in Frontier Areas of Agricultural Sciences
Component 4 addresses to widening knowledge gap that might persist in the absence of high
quality basic and strategic research.
3.0 Progress under different Components
The overall progress under NAIP and its different components in the prescribed format provided
by the Bank is given in chapters, 3.1 to 3.4
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3.1 Overall progress under NAIP
During the year, NAIP has mainly been engaged in grounding the subprojects/consortia and
committing the approved total budget outlay of NAIP. The summary of approved
subprojects/consortia and the amount sanctioned is provided in Table 3.1. It may be seen that
as against the total number of planned consortia (50) under the research components, the
number of sanctioned consortia has almost triple that number (148). It is felt that though
conceiving a small number of large projects under NAIP to make a system wide impact was
logical conclusion as a lesson learnt under NATP, the experience in NAIP has shown that the shift
to plan and execute such large projects by scientists from the usual smaller ones has to be
gradual and not sudden. In this context, it may be noted that the average project outlay was
around Rs. one crore under National Agricultual Technology Project (NATP) whereas it is about
Rs. 5.78 crore under NAIP. Thus, NAIP subprojects are much bigger than NATP but not as big as
planned (Rs. 15-20 Crore).
The total budget so far sanctioned for the approved subprojects is Rs. 10260.65 Million which is
about 86% of the total budget outlay of NAIP. In the original plan of NAIP, the allocation of
budget to different components was about 18% for Component-1, 30% each for Components-2
& 3 and 22% for Component-4. However, as of now, the component wise actual is slightly
different with the Component-2 having a less allocation of about 24% and the Component-4 has
an increased allocation of about 30%. Thus, as expected, the need and ability of the system to
effectively participate and seek funding under basic and strategic research is evident.
Yet another point to be noted is that 176 institutions are participating in the project as consortia
leaders and 606 are participating as consortia partners with the total participation of 782
partners. However, if multiple partnership is avoided, the total participation amounts to about
360 institutions.
As regards the allocation of funds to consortia leader and consortia partner institutions, as
indicated in Table 3.2, nearly 58% of the total committed outlay is shared by consortia leaders
and 42% by consortia partners. The average sanctioned amount per consortium varies from Rs.
50 million under Component-4 to Rs. 83 Million under Component-3.
As regards the diversity of partnership with respect to consortia lead institutions, the institutions
of ICAR/SAU system formed about 90% in Component-1, 80% in Component-2, 81% in
Component-3, 69% in Component-4 (Table 3.3). The result of more involvement of ICAR
institutes and SAUs as consortia leaders is on account of their strong regional and state level
presence and network, scientific capability and stature to lead the consortia, good experience,
proven ability of coordinating agricultural research in the country and fairly good mechanism for
financial and procurement management. However, it should be noted that under Component-2
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and 3, 7 consortia each are led by non ICAR/SAU institutions. Over the project period, these 7
institutions may provide several lessons for the future. However, the distribution of consortia
partner institutions is more diverse as can be seen from Table 3.4. For instance, in case of
Component-1 ICAR institutes and SAUs formed about 86% whereas they formed about 1/3rd in
Component-2, 41% in Component-3 and 77% in Component-4. As expected in the non-
ICAR/SAU partnership, the involvement of private sector was considerable under Component-2,
whereas it was NGOs in Component-3. As envisioned under NAIP, the greater involvement of
general universities, IITs, and other state level/central Institutes has reinforced the natural
strength of ICAR/SAU system in the NAIP. The involvement of the private sector was intended for
interventions at the consumer level as well as at the farmer level. At the consumer level, they are
to help in adding value through processing that extends to packaging and branding, improving
convenience and choice to the consumer through modern retail in both fresh and processed food
and reaching out to global consumers with Indian agri and food products. As regards their help
at the farmers level, they are to assist in bringing information and knowledge leveraging ICT
developments, improved availability of farm inputs including access to credit to help produce
market needed products, superior risk management solutions – weather insurance, contract
farming (buy back arrangement), investment in storage and transport systems, market potential
studies and entrepreneurship development.
As regards allocation of NAIP funds to different groups of institutes, it may be seen (Table 3.5)
that institutes of ICAR/SAUs shared nearly 75% of the committed outlay as compared to 25% by
other groups of institutes.
Table 3.6 on details of processing of consortia under different calls provides several interesting
points relating to saving of time of processing and improvement in quality of proposals with
successive calls. As regards the quality improvement (Table 3.7), under Call 1, the success rate
of CNs to be approved as sub-projects was 5.52% in Component-2, 2.44% in Component-3 and
7.59% in Component-4. In Call 2, the improvement in success rate under each component was
observed to be 11.92%, 15.05% and 12.58%, respectively for different components. In Call 3,
there was further improvement under Component-2 and Component-4, but there was some
reduction in Component-3 on account withdrawal of institutions failing to submit good quality full
proposal on time. It was felt by the system that Component-3 seems to be very easy (more CNs
submitted), but it was too difficult to be approved on account of very poor articulation of
livelihood systems, gaps, interventions synergy with ongoing development programmes, social
mobilization etc. Further, it may be seen from Table 3.6 that besides quality improvement on
account of changes made in the review process and organizing handholding workshops for
preparation of full proposals, there was saving of processing time of 2 to 3 months in successive
calls.
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Table 3.1: Summary Table for number of consortia and amount sanctioned under NAIP
Component AllocatedBudget
(Rs. Million)
No. of Consortia Number of Participating Institutes AmountSanctioned(Rs. Million)
As ConsortiaLeader
As ConsortiaPartner
1 2180.7 28 28 100 1839.34*
2 3573.3 51 51 150 2407.35
3 3493.3 36 36 163 2972.41
4 2652.6 61 61 193 3041.55
Total 11899.9 176 176 606 10260.65
* Includes PIU, NAIP Expenditure of Rs 93 Million during 2007-08 and 2008-09
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Table 3.2: Allocation of NAIP funds to consortia leader and consortia partner institutes
Component Number ofConsortia
Amount sanctioned (Rs. Million) Averageamount per
consortia (Rs.Million)
For ConsortiaLeaders
For ConsortiaPartners
Total
1 28 1210.16 536.18 1746.34 62.37
2 51 1577.24 830.11 2407.35 47.20
3 36 1584.76 1387.65 2972.41 82.57
4 61 1561.66 1479.89 3041.55 49.86
Total 176 5933.82 4233.83 10167.65
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Table 3.3: Distribution of consortia leader institutes by NAIP components
Type of Institutions Components
Comp 1 Comp 2 Comp 3 Comp 4
ICAR Institutes 18 19 11 36
SAUs/CAUs 7 22 18 6
International Institutes 2 1 - 1
Central Institutes 1 2 - 11
State Institutes - - - -
Private SectorOrganizations/institutes/Universities
- 4 1 1
Other Universities - - 1 5
NGOs - 1 4 -
Other Institutes/Organizations - 2 1 1
Total 28 51 36 61
Includes all institutes like IITs, ITMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
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Table 3.4: Distribution of consortia partner institutes (excluding consortia leaders) by NAIPcomponents
Type of Institutions Components
Comp 1 Comp 2 Comp 3 Comp 4
ICAR Institutes 43 27 37 102
SAUs/CAUs 43 23 30 47
International Institutes 1 1 6 -
Central Institutes 9 14 5 19
State Institutes - 1 8 4
Private SectorOrganizations/institutes/Universities
3 48 8 10
Other Universities - - 5 10
NGOs 1 22 63 -
Other Institutes/Organizations - 14 1 1
Total 100 150 163 193
Includes all institutes like IITs, ITMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
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Table 3.5: Allocation of NAIP funds (Rs. Million) to different groups of institutes
Institute Group Amount sanctioned (Rs. Million) underComponent
TotalAmount
(Rs.Million)
Percentageof total
NAIP fundssanctionedto consortia
1 2 3 4
ICAR Institutes 1256.38 915.74 742.76 1863.40 4778.28 46.99
SAUs/CAUs 300.48 943.71 1225.22 386.82 2856.23 28.09
International Institutes 52.80 53.70 25.02 50.58 182.10 1.26
Central Institutes 116.39 128.83 48.26 437.86 731.34 7.19
State Institutes - 9.87 38.62 20.98 69.47 0.68
Private SectorOrganizations/Institutes/Universities 14.79 210.48 128.24 94.75 448.26 4.41
Other Universities - - 97.62 173.12 270.74 2.66
NGOs 5.50 69.07 650.09 - 724.66 7.21
Other Institutes/Organizations - 75.95 16.58 14.04 106.57 1.51
Total 1746.34 2407.35 2972.41 3041.55 10167.65
Includes all institutes like IITs, ITMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
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Table 3.6: Details of processing of consortia proposals under different Calls under NAIP
Call No. Number of Concept Notes Number of Full Proposals Average timetaken to complete
the process(months)
Received Approved Received ApprovedCOMPONENT 1
SponsoredMode 28 28 28 28 8.53
COMPONENT 2
1 181 15 15 10 11
2 151 31 30 18 10
3 99 30 30 23 7
SponsoredMode -NA- -NA- -NA- -NA- -NA-
Total 431 76 75 51 9.3COMPONENT 3
1 287 9 9 7 11
2 93 14 14 14 10
3 107 12 10 10 8
SponsoredMode 6 6 5 5 15
Total 493 41 38 36 9.7**COMPONENT 4
1 145 13 13 11 12
2 159 30 30 20 8
3 191 35 32 29 7
SponsoredMode 1 1 1 1 3
Total 496 79 76 61 7.5**Grand total
for allComponents
1448 224 217 176 10
From that last date for receipt of concept notes to issuing of sanction letter** For Competitive mode consortia/subprojects
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Table 3.7: Improvement in quality of proposals under different Call for Project Proposals under Research Components
Details Call-1 Call-2 Call-3 Total GrandTotal
Comp-2
Comp-3
Comp-4
Comp-2
Comp-3
Comp-4
Comp-2
Comp-3
Comp-4
Comp-2
Comp-3
Comp-4
CNs Received181 287 145 151 93 159 99 107 191 431 487 495 1413
CNsshortlisted fordevelopmentinto fullproposals
15 9 13 31 14 30 30 12 35 76 35 78 189
ProposalsApproved 10 7 11 18 14 20 23 10 29 51 31 60 142
Success rate(%) againstCNs
5.52 2.44 7.59 11.92 15.05 12.58 23.23 9.35 15.18 11.83 6.36 12.12 10.05
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Though the NAIP is in operation since July, 2006, only some of the sub-projects are in operation for
more than a year and therefore the technical achievement is indicative of trends of progress. Some of
them are provided below component wise:
Some of the major technical achievements of Component-1 during 2008-09 include content
development and human resource for content development of e-courses, contributions to e-learning
through infrastructure development, and release of “Agropedia”, providing on-line access to nearly
2000 e-journals/resources to 126 NARS libraries, finalizing standards and uniformity guidelines for
developing websites for ICAR institutes, development of several useful databases, rapid increase in
the user base of a-AQUA, establishment of 5 BPD units with a professional MBA graduate as business
manager, training 600 NARS scientists on IPR management, development and use of several training
resource and user manuals, organizing 41 MDP/training programmes benefitting 767 participants,
sending 17 scientists for international training under approved research consortia and 31 scientists of
NARS under international training plan, successful rolling out of FMS in 6 institutions etc.
The major achievements under Component-2 include establishment of one decentralized sweet
sorghum crushing unit at Ibrahimbad cluster of Medak district of Andhra Pradesh, crushing 557
tonnes of seed stock producing 22.5 tonnes of syrup and linking 230 farmers, development of five
new recipes from sorghum, standardization of 12 millet food products, modification of one Pablo boat
into tuna long liner for deep sea fishing, standardizing the protocol for virgin coconut oil production
by following hot processing, development of 161 dye shades from Indigo, Jafra, Marigold and
Buteagum, development of two cobia fish products etc.
The major achievements of component 3 sub- projects four of which are in operation for more than
an year include covering more than 25,000 households in respect of planned interventions, formation
of more than 500 farmer groups, scaling up of technologies and replacing the traditional low yielding
varieties with high yielding varieties, adding additional water storage capacities through improved
NRM interventions, creating more than 17500 man days of employment through such NRM
interventions, introduction of backyard poultry units, expanding the irrigated area by supply and use
of HDPE pipes, enhancing the storage potential of villagers by providing storage bins etc.
Some of the major achievements under component 4 sub-projects include the following:
Identification of total 50 presumptive arsenic reducing and 43 arsenic oxidizing bacteria
isolated from water, sediment, cattle faeces, water filter, tube-well drained soil samples.
Baseline survey for arsenic status conducted
Single and bidirectional T-DNA promoter trap plant transformation vectors were constructed
Citrus germplasm surveys were undertaken and as many as 17accessions showing
monoembryonic trait in otherwise polyembryonic varieties/species were identified
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The cDNA library was prepared covering all developmental stages of cotton boll. In order to
establish the EST data base, 5,500 ESTs were sequenced and the sequencing of another 4,500
ESTs are in progress.
A modified RACE technique was used to isolate the promoters of genes that are up-
The total numbers of progenies identified in the field are 10,500 out of which 9300 progenies
have been given identification numbers and have been tagged.
A total of 92400 microsatellite genotypes were generated for testing the paternity of the
daughters. The paternity verification revealed that 74% of the daughters belonged to the sires
as per records
Phenotyping of 158 rice entries including land races and 30 monogenic lines completed at
Palampur, Hazaribagh and Dharwad.
Validation of markers for resistant genes in donors and Pusa Basmati and BPT 5204, for Pikh,
Pi1, Pi-ta, Piz5, Pi9, Pib genes have been completed.
A new micro-well chip platform is designed and fabricated to achieve multianalyte analysis on a
single platform. The chip can be used for both online and offline analysis of milk samples
A novel highly sensitive high throughput microchip optical biosensor for analysis of
organophosphates (Methyl parathion, malathion and methyl paraoxon) in low fat milk is
developed. The chip is reusable and a significant cost reduction is achieved. *Submitted to 1st
Biosensing Technology Conference by Elsevier Science at Bristol U.K. Nov. 2009.
A novel and greener synthetic route has been tested for preparation of iron oxide nano
particles (particle size less than 10nm).
Root-knot infection conditions for Arabidopsis have been optimized; several transgenic
Arabidopsis lines for each of 9 dsRNA constructs have been established.
Forty one transgenic lines of field pea for 2 dsRNA constructs have been generated
Protocols to develop biosensing system for detecting and quantifying the predominant spoilage
/toxigenic microbial load have been finalized.
Indigenization of Specification of Rubber Compound, Technical fabric and composite material
suitable for Rubber Dam application
Development of a new coating material and process for Technical Fabric to enhance adhesion
with Rubber matrix
Sensor node and belt for animal tracks developed.
Controlled fungal degradation of Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) resulted in cellulose
nanowhiskers of size less than 100 nm
Biodegradable film of nanocellulose-modified starch were prepared and evaluated for their
mechanical properties
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The cDNA of PEP carboxylase, an important component of the photosynthesis system has been
cloned from maize, sequenced and subsequently cloned to pET vector for protein induction and
preparation of antibodies
Developed a web-enabled software for data input and reporting system for the project
activities on developing Decision Support System (DSS) on insect pests. The partners can
access the system over internet and submit the near real time data in prescribed formats every
week.
IgG from polyclonal antibodies to GBNV was purified and used as a gold conjugate for
detecting GBNV in crude leaf extract
In-vitro maintenance of F1, BC1, BC2F1 & BC2F2 hybrids: The embryo rescue method was
optimized using the control pollinated fruits. A wide range of ages in developing embryos were
tried in the three target species. The technique has now been standardized in Vigna,
Abelmoschus and Cucumis species so that the difficult crosses in mainly Abelmoschus and to
some extent in a few of the combinations in other genera could be recovered.
In vitro production of blastocysts achieved and a total 124 blastocysts were used in various
experiments.
The population of Chrysoperla carnea collected from cotton crop was correctly identified as
Chrysoperla zastrowi sillemi. Variability in Chrysoperla z. sillemi collected from ten different
cotton ecosystems with respect to temperature and pesticide tolerance was studied and
variation in isozymes for pesticides tolerance was recorded. Molecular studies revealed that
there was variation in ITS-2 regions of different populations of C. z. sillemi (group) and
sequenced.
Designed anti myostatin shRNA constructs using p-silencer vector using dharmacon design
siRNA software.
The technology for production of cloned embryos by SCNT has been standardized and few
embryos (four 2 cell, four 4 cell, two 8 cell and one morula) have been produced.
Sequencing and analysis of the five full length TLR (TLR2, TLR5, TLR4, TLR7 and TLR8) genes
of goats with the available sheep sequences in the GenBank showed 98.8% to 99.7%
nucleotide identity and also received the evolutionary conserved nature of theses pattern
recognition receptors
RT-PCR amplification and cloning of four TLR genes of buffalo- TLR4, TLR7, TLR8 & TLR9
carried out in pGEMT vector. Buffalo TLR7 gene sequence was more diverged from cattle
(90.3% similarity) than TLR8 gene sequence (98% similarity).
A manual of techniques to be used in the project has been prepared and is ready to go to press
for publication.
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Nitrate inclusion (in in vitro gas production test with buffalo rumen liquor as inoculum) inhibited
methane emission on three diets (70:30, 50:50 and 30:70 ratio of wheat straw and concentrate
mixture) significantly, but in vitro degradability of feed was adversely affected with the diets
where the concentrate was 30 and 50%, however, this adverse effect on feed degradability
was absent when the concentrate level was 70% in the diet.
Five out of sixty four herbal extracts showed acaricidal activity
Two phosphatases and phytase-producing bacteria (Bacillus coagulans and Alcaligenes faecalis)
were developed. Application of FeO and ZnO nano particle has significantly improve the release
of acid phosphatase, alkaline phosphatase and phytase enzymes by
Amongst the five accessions of Acorus. calamus, was found to contain the lowest percentage
(74.99%) of the undesirable β-asarone and the highest percentage (16.82%) desirable of α-
asarone.
Amongst the five accessions of Hedychium. spicatum, 1,8-cineole (the key medicinal
component) was the major component present in the oils and its percentage varied from
21.14% to 58.21%.
Evaluation of desired multi utility vehicle platform was carried out with respect to application of
mounting different type of sensors and equipments for variable rate inputs in precision farming
in small plots. Power, speed and dimensional configuration of vehicle platform were also
defined. Mockup chassis was built for packaging evaluation and detailed layout was developed.
As desired in the Aide Memoire of December, 2008, a separate note on “Some learnings and
needed follow up” is appended (Anenxure 3.1)
3.2 Progress under NAIP Components
3.2.1 ICAR as the catalyzing agent for management of change in the Indian NARS.
Introduction:
The objective of the component 1 is to create an enabling environment for the management of
change in the Indian Agriculture Innovation System. Component 1 will create appropriate policy and
institutional environment, incentives, skills and work culture to optimize benefits from the projects under
Components 2, 3 and 4 as well as from the NARS. Support for the NARS will be in terms of (a)
information, communication and dissemination systems, (b) competitive business policy and technology
commercialization models, (c) advanced learning and state-of-the art capacity building initiatives, (d)
value added market intelligence services, (e) good M&E and friendly financial management and
procurement systems, (f) project friendly financial management and procurement systems, and (g) well-
defined roles for and interfaces between the state and central R&D systems.
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Detailed description of what has been done under different sub-components and activities as
described in PAD Annex. 4
An attempt has been made in the following section to match the activities initiated to what had been
envisioned in PAD sub-component-wise.
Sub-component 1.1 Information, Communication and Dissemination System (ICDS)
As on now 13 sub-projects have been sanctioned under this sub-component and the major activities
covered under them are summarized below:
a) Setting up a Central data center has been taken up to establish a secure intranet for NARS covering
the 273 centres where internet connectivity was provided under the NATP. The Data Centre would
provide a scalable, secure and reliable infrastructure for hosting and managing the e-Governance
through web enabled applications, services, messaging, databases, ERP, DSS, content management
system etc. developed by ICAR / Institutes/ /SAUs’. Through datacenter it would be possible to
deliver information and online services to researchers, teachers, students, farmers through
Internet/Intranet. As the datacenter would provide managed services, individual ICAR institutes can
focus more on the development of services, application, and database etc. instead of the issues
surrounding the infrastructure. Besides physical infrastructure, Data Centre would provide for many
functional components including central agricultural data repository, Online Delivery of Services,
enterprise messaging, an integrated web portal, web sites and web enabled applications hosting
environment.
b) ICAR Portal will be developed linking all the ICAR Institutes. The websites of some of the ICAR
institutes will be redesigned to make them more interactive and dynamic. Standard platforms and
tools for aggregation, management and sharing information will be facilitated. A rice knowledge
management portal will be developed for interacting and sharing information amongst all the
stakeholders related to rice crop. These initiatives will enable better communication and
dissemination within and outside the system. The IT experts from the public institutions like the IITs
and IIITs will help NARS partners in this endeavour.
c) Six e-learning modules for degree programs in Agriculture, Veterinary and AH, Fisheries, Horticulture,
Home Science and Dairy Technology, several data bases and decision support systems relevant to
the participating ICAR institutes, an e-theses repository, etc are some of the knowledge products
generated.
d) A ‘Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture’ (CeRA) has been established at IARI as the
coordinating institute for providing access to high quality and high impact international
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journals/resources to 126 NARS libraries. The PMC has recently allocated more resources (effective
from 2009-10) to enrich the collections and to make the consortium more beneficial.
e) Under ‘Digital Library’ sub-project, Institutional repositories will be created by digitizing a vast
collection of institutional/library resource/collections and making them available on Open Access
wherever possible. Standardizing Union Catalogue of NARS libraries and pushing them into ‘Worldcat’
will be made which would enable greater access and visibility to Indian collections. Directorate of
Information and Publications of Agriculture (DIPA) of ICAR will undertake e-publication and on-line
hosting of its in-house journals/magazines. These initiatives are expected to enhance access and
visibility of research done by Indian scientists.
f) Based on a very useful consultancy on “Communication and Public Awareness”, a media oriented
sub-project has been approved for Directorate of Information and Publications of Agriculture (DIPA)
to improve the communication skills of NARS with media and other stakeholders. Co-production (with
media houses) of success stories and recruitment of professional agricultural journalists on contract
basis are expected to help the partner institutions aid in maintaining better communication with all
stakeholders through better ties with media.
g) A high end advanced statistical package will be made available on perpetual licensing multi-site basis
(at 150 locations) to help scientists to improve their statistical analysis skills. An estimated 1900
scientists through 95 training programme including four for trainers will be provided specialized
training in the use of software. These initiatives which are otherwise difficult to implement at
individual Institute level, will built capacity and create enabling environment for scientists to
contribute to greater impact.
Sub-Component 1.2: Business Planning and Development
Under this sub-component, it is envisioned to formulate business policy, plan and develop models for
technology commercialization and establish technology incubators. The ICAR has developed the
“Guidelines for Intellectual Property Management and Technology/ Commercialization” that has
been implemented in the ICAR with effect from October, 2006. It deals extensively about policy frame work
for IP management and technology transfer/commercialization.
Further, the ICAR has finalized a Scheme “Intellectual Property Management and
Transfer/Commercialization of Agricultural Technology” which has been approved and being
implemented during the XI five year plan. The objectives of the scheme are to set in place an institutional
mechanism to protect/manage Intellectual Property (IP) generated within the ICAR system, to implement the
incentive system, incorporated in the ICAR guidelines for IP management and technology
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transfer/commercialization and to encourage greater creativity and rapid innovativeness in the system, to
maximize technology transfer by ICAR institutes, and to generate income/resources through
commercialization of IP.
It has been thought proper to mainstream BPD initiatives of NAIP with ICAR’s objectives of commercialization
of technologies. The total budget of the scheme is Rs 48.60 crores of which the NAIP’s share is Rs 12.15
crores.
The main features of the scheme are as under:
- The existing IPR unit at ICAR HQ will be supported and strengthened as Agro-Technology
Management Centre (ATMC) to perform as the Apex unit for key facilitation/coordination role and
monitoring function for the implementation of the scheme.
- Five Institutes base on their IP assets and geographical location have been identified as Zonal
Technology Management Centres (ZTMCs). They are IVRI, Izatnagar; CIRCOT, Mumbai; IARI, New
Delhi; NIRJAFT, Kolkata and CIFT, Cochin.
- Institute Technology Management Units (ITMUs) will be established in all the ICAR institutes.
- The three tier institutional set up provided for will have convergence with the BPD initiatives of NAIP.
- The scheme has provision for a total of 48 core positions- the approval for which will be sought from
the Finance Ministry. Remaining services will be outsourced.
- Each ZTMC will have core positions of Chief Executive Officer, Zonal Business Manager and Legal
expert.
- The ATMC will have a CEO, a Research Manager, a Business Manager, an Economist, a Commercial
Manager and a Legal Advisor.
- The total budget for ZTMCs is Rs 7.57 crores, majority of which is for HRD.
Following the decision of the ICAR to set up ZTMCs at IVRI, Izatnagar; CIRCOT, Mumbai; IARI, New
Delhi; NIRJAFT, Kolkata and CIFT, Cochin, the PIU-NAIP took proactive role in sensitizing the ZTMCs and in
developing the proposal. Besides commercializing their own technologies the ZTMCs will offer facilities and
expertise to incubate ideas by potential entrepreneurs, and showcase and promote technologies developed
by ICAR institutes under their catchment.
Formulation of Policy and guidelines:
Two meetings one under the Chairmanship of DG, ICAR, and the second under the Chairmanship of
AS(D) & Secretary, ICAR to sensitize institute leadership at ZTMCs about the scope and relevance and to
clarify certain points of conflict. The major decisions made are given below:
The BPD projects of NAIP would be part of ZTMCs and would work hand in hand under the same
leadership.
The governance of ZTM & BPD units will be as per the ICAR guidelines for technology
transfer/commercialization.
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The implementation of the BPD units will be supported / funded by the NAIP during NAIP project
period. The units are expected to be financially self sufficient or generate resource for the Institute
during post-NAIP phase.
ZTMC/BPD will have power or flexibility to outsource needed services and provide needed incentives
for efficient functioning. A Committee constituted by the ICAR is already addressing the issue related
to revenue sharing.
The needed rules, procedures and guidelines for effective implementation of the BPDs could be taken
to PMC for approval for its implementation during project period.
Having grounded all the BPDs at the ICAR, the last point will be discussed with all the PIs and
respective Directors very soon and a decision by the PMC would be obtained by August, 2009.
Further five SAUs have also been shortlisted and proposals have been sought for setting up of BPD
units in the university system. The procedure is expected to be completed by August, 2009.
Sub-component 1.3: Learning and capacity building
The objective of this sub-component is to assess the current L&CB initiatives and suggest changes in HRD
and learning models like e-learning, distance learning, new experimental farms/clinics, course curricula for
the future needs, etc.
The ‘L&CB’ project approved for NAARM would organize 150 programmes and train over 3000
scientists, and staff of NARS and partners of NAIP. The program implemented jointly with IIM-L, NIRD and
MANAGE as partners is aimed at improving knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable transformation of NARS
into NAIS. NAARM is also engaged in imparting training to project personnel involved in e-learning projects.
A proposal on distance learning is under preparation. A project “Assessment of future human capital
requirement in agriculture“ approved under the sub-component 1.4, which will be implemented by NAARM in
partnership with Institute for Applied Manpower Research (IAMR), an organization under Planning
Commission, GOI specialized in undertaking work of this nature will address the need of human capital both
in terms of quantity and quality in the next 10-15 years. It will also touch upon the revision of courses and
syllabus.
A massive HRD plan for the NARS Scientists has been drawn and got approved by the PMC. Under
this 478 scientists will attend international training in 27 cutting edge areas of science. This has been
approved by the World Bank and the DEA.
Sub-Component 1.4: Policy and Gender Analysis, and Visioning
The objective of this sub-component to develop agricultural research policy and gender analysis capacity,
visioning skills with capability to use market intelligence for agri-business planning and forecasting of
technology needs. A total of five sub-projects have been approved till date under this sub-component. The
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major one is the sub-project “Visioning, Policy Analysis and Gender (V-PAGe)” being implemented by NCAP
in partnership with NAARM, IASRI, Agriwatch, Yes Bank and 15 PME Cells situated in SAUs and ICAR
institutes. This will address the issues related to Visioning, Policy Planning, Gender, Market Intelligence,
technology forecasting, centre-state relationships etc. Under another project “Establishing and networking of
agricultural market intelligence centers in India” implemented by the TNAU in partnership with 10 SAUs will
attempt to provide market intelligence including price forecasts for major agricultural commodities in 10
states. A decision support system for commodity outlook will be developed in another project taken up by
NCAP and IARI.
A project on ‘Carbon-finance’ implemented by the ICRAF and another on ‘Water-energy nexus due to
climate change’ implemented by IIM-Ahmadabad are expected to come up with policy papers and guidelines
in their respective areas. As detailed above, NAARM in partnership with IAMR, will make assessment of future
human capital requirement in agriculture.
Information system on women in agriculture and assessing the decentralization of agricultural
research have not been covered yet.
Sub-component 1.5: Remodeling Financial and Procurement Systems (RFPS)
The objective of this sub-component to remodel the financial and procurement system as a part of the total
MIS for image building of the ICAR as dynamic and performing organization. To achieve this objective, the
FMS software has been developed and has been tested successfully in select places. This will be implemented
under NAIP in the first phase and later extended to all ICAR Institutes. Extensive training programmes are
being organized to sensitize the finance personnel. The procedure for procurement of a consultant to give
training and hand holding support to NAIP partners/ICAR institutes in implementing the FMS is under final
stages of processing. The process for hiring a MIS consultant has been initiated.
Brief Technical Progress
Sub-Component 1.1: Information, Communication and Dissemination System (ICDS)
Table 3.8 List of 16 sub-projects under Subcomponent:
S.No. Project Implementingorganizations
Date ofStart
Budget(Rs. in lakhs)
Duration
1 KrishiPrabha - Indian AgriculturalDissertations Repository
CCSHAU, Hisar November,2007
124.33 2 Years
2 Consortium for e-Resources inAgriculture (CeRA)
IARI, New Delhi November,2007
938.54 5 years
3 Development of e-Courses for B.Sc.(Agriculture) degree program
TNAU, Coimbatore November,2007
119.43 2 Years
4 Development of e-courses for B.V.Sc.& A.H. degree Programme
TNVASU, Chennai November,2007
168.97 3 Years
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5 Re-designing the farmer-extension-agriculturalresearch/education continuum inIndia with ICT- mediatedknowledge management
ICRISAT,HyderabadIIT-KanpurIIT-BombayIIITM-KeralaNAARM-HyderabadGBPUAT-PantnagarUAS-Dharwad
January,2008
844.44 2 Years 6months
6 Agro web – Digital DisseminationSystem for Indian AgriculturalResearch (ADDSIAR)
NBPGR, New DelhiCIBA, Chennai;CRIDA, HyderabadIARI, New DelhiICAR HQ, New Delhi
IIHR, BangaloreNAARM, HyderabadNCIPM, New DelhiNDRI, Karnal
June, 2008 526.87 2 Years
7 Development of e-courses for B.Sc(Hort) degree programe
UAS, BangaloreTNAU, CoimbatoreYSPUH&F, Solan
June, 2008 224.26 2 Years 6months
8 Development of e-courses for B.F.Scdegree programe
KVAFSU,MangaloreTNVASU,Thoothukudi
June, 2008 252.44 3 Years
9 e-Home Science Coursewareconsortium
ANGRAU,HyderabadUAS, DharwadGBPUAT, Pantnagar
November,2008
292.19 3 Years
10 E-Publishing & Knowledge System inAgricultural Research
DIPA, New Delhi November,2008
346.09 3 Years 5months
11 Development of B.Tech (DairyTechnology) degree Programme
NDRI, KarnalAAU, AnandSVVU, Tirupati
April, 2009 298.88 3 Years
12 Development and maintenance ofRice Knowledge Management Portal
DRR, HyderabadCRRI, CuttackDRD, PatnaICRISAT, HyderabadICARC-NEHCDAC, HyderabadRARS-KarjatIARI, New DelhiZARS-MandyaBAU-Ranchi
April, 2009 587.581 2 Years 6months
13 Strengthening Statistical Computingfor NARS
IASRI, New DelhiNDRI, Karnal,IVRI, Izatnagar,UAS, BangaloreNAARM, HyderabadICAR, NEH, Barapani
WTCER,BhubaneswarMPUAT, Udaipur
April, 2009 1380.499 3 Years
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CIFE, Mumbai
14 Mobilizing Mass Media Support forSharing Agro-Information
DIPA, New DelhiCISH, LucknowIIVR, VaranasiIISR, CalicutCIFT, CochinCPIPHET, LudhianaICAR, NEH, BarapaniTNAU, CoimbatoreGBPUA&T, Pantnagar
May, 2009 440.35 3 Years
15 Strengthening of digital library andinformation Management underNARS (e-GRANTH)
IARI, New DelhiUAS, BangaloreIVRI, IzatnagarANGRAU, HyderabadDIPA, New DelhiCCSHAU, HisarCIFE, MumbaiCSKHPV, PalampurGBPUA&T, PantnagarMPKV, RahuriNDRI, KarnalTANUVAS, Chennai
May, 2009 861.481 3 Years
16 Decision Support System forEnhancing Productivity in IrrigatedSaline Environment using RemoteSensing, Modelling and GIS
CSSRI, KarnalWTC, IARI, New DelhiNIH, Roorkee
May, 2009 305.55 3 Years
These projects are at various stages of implementation. Out of sixteen only five (serial no 1 to 5) are
more than one year old. Some of the major achievements/progress made in these projects are summarized
below:-
The digitized content of 50 courses (full) for BSc(Agri.) and 45 courses for BVSC & AH degree
programs have been developed.
Streaming lectures with presentation and lecture content for 950 lecture hours of 37 courses of BSc
(Agri) degree program is uploaded.
109 teachers have been trained at TNVASU in content development and use of multimedia.
E-learning laboratories have been set up at 7 SAUs.
The metadata and abstract of 4000 PhD theses and full text of 2000 theses digitized, verified and
uploaded. The digitization of the remaining 3000 theses are in progess.
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‘Agropedia’- a platform for aggregation and sharing information with browsing interfaces and search
tools developed and released. Content equivalent to 2500 web pages added.
Digital question and answer forum (both on-line and off-line) aAQUA deployed at KVKs in UAS-D and
GBPUAT.
SMS-Linked aAQUA caters to 12,000 farmers in three states. Over 400,000 SMS messages in four
months delivered.
Voice aAQUA design completed, tested and released in April, 2009
Online fertilizer recommendation system (for 4 crops, 12 varieties in 11 zones in Karnataka) deployed
in UAS-D for testing.
Open web GIS weather advisory system for 1500 locations in 2 SAU regions released
Prototyping geospatial library completed and tested.
Content generated for all five mandate crops of ICRISAT. Topic maps and concept maps for 5 crops
published.
A consortium for e-resources in agriculture (CeRA) established and is providing on-line access to
nearly 2000 e-journals/resources to 126 NARS libraries. The CeRA website has recorded 881,000 hits
and 201,000downloads during 2008-2009 are 8.81 and 2.01 lakhs respectively- a major impact.
Standards and uniformity guidelines for developing websites for ICAR institutes finalized and being
disseminated. Six model templates for HTML based websites have been developed.
Content Management System (CMS) platform using open software has been finalized and
disseminated.
Databases on “Online application for generating Hall-tickets for SRF exam”; “On-line Intellectual
Property Right (IPR) Information System”; “Online monitoring of AGROWEB Project”; “Tissue Culture
Database”; “Germplasm Quarantine and Exchange Database”; “ICAR Plant Variety Registration
System”, “Digital databases on crop, production, area statistics”; “Template for AICRP on Dryland
Agriculture Centres”, “Horticultural crop database”; “Production, area, yield, productivity and price
arrival information of Horticultural crops”; “databases on insect pests, diseases, weeds etc of
important crops”; “Aquaculture production and export scenario”; “Aquaculture production and export
scenario” have been developed and implemented.
Strengthening ICT infrastructure and its application.
The work of setting-up of the data center includes design, site preparation including civil, electrical,
multi-layer physical security infrastructure; mechanical work and setting-up ICT equipments like servers,
storage and backup systems, networking and security components & non-IT components for controlled
temperature and electrical power.
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The proposal for the setting-up of the data center including technical and commercial details is being
examined. The same would be sent to World Bank for their necessary approval, and it would be implemented
by ERNET India.
Extensive support has been given to sixteen approved projects under ICDS to build a sound ICT
infrastructure facilities in their respective places. The support includes funding for procurement of computer
hardware (PCs, laptops, servers, scanners, printers etc.), software, equipments related to e-learning
multimedia facility (includes videos and still cameras, video editing workstation, CD/DVD mass duplicator
etc.), cost towards band width etc. The total expenditure in creating this infrastructure in theses sixteen
projects comes to about Rs. 191.2 million. The expenditure including the budget for central data center is Rs.
287.60 millions.
The major outcomes/impact of ICDS projects of NAIP
a) The CeRA project has become very popular amongst users, who are demanding more
journals/resources to be included in the Consortium. The total hits for the year 2008-09 stands at
882,000 and the downloads of articles is over 500,000. Assuming a very conservative figure of US $ 5
(USD1= Rs.50) per each download, the total cost of downloads works out to Rs 50 million (5.0
crores). With the investment made for the year (Rs 15.89 million), this works out to a very impressive
benefit: cost ratio of 3.15:1.00.
b) The aAQUA (www.aaqua.org) is a Q&A forum designed by IIT-Bombay. The proposal originally was
to cover 3000 farmers in the course of Knowledge management project of NAIP. As of late April
2009, the coverage has reached 21,000 farmers while aAQUA records hits from 250 district locations
in India in at least four languages. The rapid increase in user base was unexpected. aAQUA has web-
to-mobile capability now built in; through the GBPUAT extension directorate, about 9,000 farmers in
Uttarakhand are covered and receive weekly tips on mobile specific to five crops in two districts.
Voice-aAQUA, which enables a farmer to call up a number to listen to tips, is in an advanced stage of
testing.
c) The Agropedia is an intermediary output of Knowledge management project architected and
maintained by IIT-Kanpur, the consortium partner. The platform is built using Open Source tools and
has no proprietary license obligations to users (www.agropedia.net). The contributors are primarily
from GBPUAT, ICRISAT and UAS-Raichur, the three core agricultural institutes on the Consortium.
Duing 2008-09, digital material equivalent to 2000 pages has been contributed, covering nine crops.
The crop knowledge models developed on this project are a global first. Agropedia has attracted
global attention and according to Google Alerts, the news about Agropedia has been covered in about
450 news sites across the world. The monthly visits average at 4691 and cover 102 countries from
across the globe, with India topping the list. An example is the news item in the Guardian (UK):
http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2009/jan/22/network-india-agricultural-wikipedia
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d) The Government of Karnataka is soon launching a very large project in support of rainfed agriculture.
The scheme to be implemented in 20 districts will have ICRISAT as the principal advisor. Over the
last few months, the scientists of ICRISAT have gathered and analyzed 12,000 soil samples for micro-
nutrients and nutrients, pH etc across six districts and have the data geo-referenced. The IIITM-
Kerala, the consortium partner in Knowledge Management Project would use (on trial basis) the Open
WebGIS tools and platforms developed under NAIP to create an online service that can form the
basis for generating useful and accurate farm-level advisory. The IITMK team has generated a
prototype which can be browsed at http://www.akmindia.in/agrogis/dhwd1/index.php.
Strengthening of Communication and public awareness capacity1. A dedicated website (www.naip.icar.org.in) which is being updated regularly has been visited by
135,000 visitors during 2008-09. The ICAR site which has links to NAIP had 8.8 lakh hits during
the year.
2. Launch workshops are mandatory and receives a fair bit of publicity in local press and media. The
brochure brought on the occasion is widely distributed.
3. Most consortia have hosted their own websites which also act as discussion forum for consortia
partners as well as other likeminded people.
4. Re-designing websites of ICAR Institutes under ‘Agroweb’ project is expected to enhance visibility
of ICAR’s activities and achievements amongst the public.
5. The sub-project “Mobilizing Mass Media Support for Sharing Agro-Information” operating at ten
Institutes/Universities aims at enhancing public awareness and serve stakeholders through the
use of media. Co-Production with media houses, engaging agricultural journalists and provision of
extensive training for NARS personnel is expected to improve the communication ability of NARS.
Sub-Component 1.2: Business, Planning and Development
The ICAR decided in February, 2008 to establish ZTMCs at IVRI, IARI, CIRCOT, CIFT and NIRJAFT.
After the mandatory review process, the proposals of IARI and CIRCOT were approved by PMC during
October, 2008 and the remaining three on March-April, 2009. The details are as under:
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Table 3.9: List of BPD units sanctioned
Only IARI and CIRCOT received funds during 2008-09. Both have completed the recruitment of contractual
staff and have made limited progress in procurement of equipments and works. Amongst the SAUs, TNAU,
Coimbatore, JNKVV, Jabalpur, AAU, Anand, CCSHAU, Hisar and BAU, Ranchi have been shortlisted for setting
up of BPD units. A sensitization workshop was organized in May, 2009 and the proposals are being finalized.
Formulation of policy and guidelines
Two meetings one under the Chairmanship of AS(D) & Secretary, ICAR, and the second under the
Chairmanship of DG, ICAR to sensitize institute leadership at ZTMCs about the scope and relevance and to
clarify certain points of conflict. The BPD projects of NAIP would be part of ZTMCs and would work hand in
hand under the same leadership. The decisions made are stated in section 2.2. Having grounded all the
BPDs at the ICAR, the Institutional and policy framework for BPDs will be discussed with all the PIs and
respective Directors very soon and a decision by the PMC would be obtained by August, 2009.
Human Resource Development (HRD)
The PMC has approved 27 (Customized courses- 15, Short visits- 12) international and 200 national
training program on IP management. The PIU-NAIP is in touch with IPR Cell of ICAR in implementing these
training programs.
The IPR cell has organized twelve training-cum-workshops on intellectual property and technology
management, covering about 600 scientists during 2008-09 out of which three were conducted with the help
of experts from USA under the Indo-US Agriculture Knowledge Initiative (AKI).
Sub-component 1.3: Learning and capacity building
Only one project on L&CB has been approved (November, 2007) which is being implemented by the
NAARM in partnership with IIM-L, MANAGE and NIRD. The project has undertaken all the assignments
S.No. Project Implementingorganizations
Date ofStart
Budget(Rs. inlakhs)
Duration
1. Zonal Technology Managementand BPD Unit at CIRCOT,Mumbai
CIRCOT, Mumbai November,2008
367.44 3 Years 5months
2 Zonal Technology Managementand BPD Unit at IARI, New Delhi
IARI, New Delhi November,2008
502.35 3 Years 5months
3. Zonal Technology Managementand BPD Unit at CIFT, Cochin
CIFT Cochin April, 2009 770.69 3 years
4. Zonal Technology Managementand BPD Unit at IVRI, Izatnagar
IVRI, Izatnagar May, 2009 477.332 3 Years
5. Zonal Technology Managementand BPD Unit at NIRJAFT,Kolkata
NIRJAFT, Kolkata May, 2009 415.36 3 Years
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committed for 2008-09, except the training programs to be outsourced to consultants. This was because of
the delay in processing the consultancy proposals at the PIU-NAIP. The major progress of the project is
summarized in the following sections:
a) Training needs assessment for supporting institutional change and effective operation of
NAIP consortia
Efforts were made for identification, prioritization, classification and ranking of competencies (knowledge,
skills and attitudes) required at Research Manager, Scientist, Technical and Administrative Staff levels. The
study employed a combination of survey, brainstorming workshops, focused group discussions, observation
and desk research to generate training needs assessment protocols. Based on these core competencies, their
priorities and corresponding knowledge, skill and attitude classes were identified for three levels of
professionals in NARS – Research Managers, Scientists and Technical and administrative staff
b) Development of training materials and training programs/Implementation of training
courses
NAARM, the CL for ‘L&CB’ project in consultation with other consortium partners has developed the following
training material:
Table 3.10: Resource Material for Trainings
S.No. Name of the Programme1. MDP Workshop on Policy and Prioritization, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Support to
Consortia-based Research in Agriculture.2. Management Development Programme on Public-Private Partnerships for Innovation in
Agriculture.3.. Developing Winning Research Proposals in Agricultural Research4. Training Programme on Technical and Administrative support for Consortia-based
Research in Agriculture.5. Training Programme on Decision Support systems for Geospatial Knowledge
Management for Sustainable Livelihoods Security.6. IT-based Decision Support System for Digital Content Management.7. IT-based Decision Support Systems for Multimedia Development8.. IT-based Decision Support Systems using video for participatory Development.9 Training Programme on IT-based Decision Support system using open source Systems
for e-learning.
Table 3.11: User Manuals for Learnings
11. e-Learning Management in MOODLE12. MS Access13. Arc View 3.114. Arc GIS 9.015. ERDAS Imagine 8.6 (for image processing)16. IDRISI Kilmanjaro (for image processing)17. GIS in watershed management18. Participatory GIS (for village geospatial knowledge management)19. GIS application in Micro level planning of crop Livestock Systems20. NAARM case studies & GIS Products on GIS applications in agriculture
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The user manuals are available in public domain on the NAARM virtual Learning Centre on NAARM web site.
The training on e-learning has been extended to several SAUs and Institutions of the NAIP e-learning project.
c) Summary of programmes organized in the L&CB project
As per needs assessment, forty one Management Development/Training Programmes were organized for
which training material was developed and other learning resources were ensured on different aspect as
detailed in the following Table. In all 767 participants were trained, of whom 272 were from NAIP consortia.
Table 3.12: List of Trainings organized with details
S.No Training Area/Programme Title No. ofprogram
partici-pants
Institutions Type ofProgram
1. Developing winning research proposals (forPIs/Co-PIs for consortia projects conceptnotes of which were approved by NAIP)
5 163 NAARM (5) Training
2. Leadership for Innovation in Agriculture 6 114 1. IIM L (3)2. MANAGE (3)
MDP
3. Policy, Prioritization, and Monitoring andEvaluation of consortia based researchprojects
6 100 1. NAARM (3)2. IIM L (1)3. NIRD (2)
MDP
4. Managing public private partnerships inagricultural research
2 30 1. IIML (1)2. NAARM (1)
MDP &Training
5. ICTs in PME of NAIP Projects 3 30 1. NAARM (2)2. MANAGE (1)
Training
6. Decision support systems for geospatialknowledge management for sustainablelivelihoods security
2 37 NAARM (2) Training
7. Data mining and GIS for decision support inagriculture
2 43 IIM L (2) MDP
8. IT based decision support systems fordigital content management/ multimediadevelopment/e-learning
4 66 NAARM (4) Training
9. IT based DSS for market and agri-businessorientation of research and sustainable rurallivelihoods
4 65 MANAGE (4) Training
10. GIS for rural livelihoods assessment 1 20 NIRD (1) Training
11. Technical and administrative staff supportfor consortia based research in agriculture
6 99 1. NAARM (2)2. MANAGE (4)
Training
Total 41** 767*
*272 from NAIP Consortia, ** NAARM 19, IIML 7, MANAGE 12& NIRD 3
d) Follow up on utility of training and application of new skills in work place
The impact Assessment of training is proposed to be done at three time scales: i) end of the
program, ii) one to three months after the program and iii) more than one year after the program. (i) has
been completed for all programs. The following broad Training impact indicators were identified: a) Design
indicators, b) Content indicators, c) Delivery indicators d) Assimilation indicators, e) Learning Process
indicators, f) Behavioral change indicators and g) Economic indicators. More specific impact indicators would
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be designed within the broad categories listed above based on a specially designed instrument for surveys
and subsequent brainstorming sessions.
On-line training impact assessment:
An on line training evaluation template and software was developed and implemented for all training
programmes organized at NAARM in 2008-09. All L&CB programmes organized in the year by all partners
indicated impressive gains in reaction and learning by participants as well as overall satisfaction with the
indicators studied.
e) Summary of international training program
Training under approved consortia:
Facilitated the international training of 10, 3 and 4 scientists in component 1, 2 and 4 respectively
during 2008-09.
Training of NARS scientists:
During 2008-09, a total of 31 scientists were deputed for training in the area of marker assisted
selection.
Sub-Component 1.4: Policy and Gender Analysis, and Visioning
Table 3.13: Six projects have been approved under the subcomponent
S.No. Projects Implementingorganizations
Date ofStart
Budget Duration
1 Visioning, Policy Analysis and Gender (V-PAGe)
NCAP, New DelhiIASRI, New DelhiNAARM, HyderabadNRCWA, BhubaneshwarYes Bank Limited, NewDelhiAgriwatch, New Delhi
June, 2007 995.00 5 Years
2 Assessment of Impact of Climate Change onWater-Energy Nexus in Agriculture UnderCanal Irrigation System (Proponent: IIM,Ahmedabad)
IIM, AhmedabadINRM, New DelhiCSWCRTI, Dehradun
January,2009
318.12 3 Years 6months
3 Developing a Decision Support System forAgricultural Commodity Market Outlook
NCAP, New DelhiIARI, New Delhi
November,2008
216.07 3 Years 4months
4 Human Capital requirement NAARM, HyderabadIAMR, New Delhi
April, 2009 123.50 2 years
5 Establishing and Networking of AgriculturalMarket Intelligence Centres in India
TNAU, CoimbatoreKAU, KeralaUAS, BangaloreANGRAU, HyderabadUAS, DharwadPDKV, AkolaJAU, JunagarhPAU, LudhianaGBPUAT, PantnagarCCSHAU, HisarMPUAT, Udaipur
April, 2009 619.915 3 Years
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6. Enabling Small Stakeholders to Improve theirLivelihoods and Benefit from Carbon Finance
ICRAF, New DelhiCRIDA, HyderabadOUAT, BhubaneswarMPUA&T, RajasthanVPKAS, AlmoraOUTREACH, Bangalore
May, 2009 544.52 3 Years
Project 1 was approved during 2007-08. Projects at serial no. 2 and 3 were approved during 2008-09, but the
funds were released only during Jan, 2009. The remaining projects are approved in 2009-10. The technical
progress of V-PAGe made during 2008-09 is discussed below:
Visioning
A workshop was organized on ‘Exploring Future of Indian Agriculture for Strategic Planning’ on 1-2
September 2009. The scenario planning was discussed for Indian agriculture, and process of refining the
scenarios for rainfed agriculture, hill agriculture and dairy sector was discussed in detail. Base papers on all
three areas/sectors were prepared for generating discussion. More information gathering is in progress, and
detail scenario analysis will be done with partners by March 2010.
Impact: The exercise helped in developing partnership with the National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) to
jointly prioritize development interventions and visioning investment opportunities (Rs 120 crores) in rainfed
areas.
Technology forecasting
This component focused on (i) comparing R&D strategy of India and China; (ii) documenting pipeline
technologies; (iii) documenting key future constraints and prospective technologies; and assessing the
implications of frontier technologies (such as remote sensing, ICT, nano-technology and biotechnology) on
agriculture. Future biotechnology products with varying traits have been documented. Similarly, the role of
ICT and nano-technology in agriculture has been documented.
Using published literature and patents; a model to organize the information was developed through a
specially designed database. The database allows mapping research themes in nanotechnology to specific
sectors in the agricultural value chain. This enables a rational assessment of the potential applications of
nanotechnology in the Indian agri-food sector, identifying and prioritizing research needs across the
agricultural value chain, and assessing the societal implications of this emerging technology.
Appreciating the good progress shown by the Team (NAARM), the PMAC, during its recent review of
the project, recommended the extension of the work for one more year (was to complete in March, 2009,
otherwise). Additional budget of Rs.6.285 lakhs has been providee to NAARM who would develop a road map
for agri-nanotechnology research in India. A national workshop is recommended during the extension period.
Two interaction workshops with biological scientists were organized to document (i) potential threats
to rice, wheat, maize, pulses and oilseeds; (ii) available technologies to overcome the threats; and (iii) future
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research priority and strategy for meeting the growing challenges. More consultation with larger stakeholders
is in progress.
Impact: Mapping of rainfed areas based on number of human development indicators, using the GIS, helped
in prioritizing target areas for investment opportunities for the NRAA. Similarly, documentation on role of ICT
in technology dissemination is expected to develop a SAARC regional project in linking farmers with research
institutions and markets under SAARC Development Fund (SDF).
Policy Analysis and Market Intelligence
Four activities have been initiated under this sub-component: (i) building a database for policy
analysis; (ii) undertaking research studies related to projections of demand for and supply of foodgrain &
other commodities; agricultural diversification; non-farm employment, trade related issues; smallholder
agriculture; (iii) constituting networks for policy research; and (iv) developing institutional mechanism by
involving smallholders in market reforms.
The research team is updating the database that was developed during NATP. Demand projections
for foodgrains and non-foodgrains until XIII Five Year Plan have been made and shared with the Department
of Agriculture and Department of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Government of India.
Studies on ‘income diversification among rural farm households in India’; and ‘rural income diversification in
Eastern India’ are under review for final publication. Studies on ‘agricultural diversification’; ‘smallholder
agriculture’ and ‘impact of NREGS on agriculture’ are in progress and will be completed by the end of 2009.
Three networks have so far been constituted: (i) PRAN, a Policy Research and Analysis Network, has
been constituted to regularly interface with the stakeholders, especially the policy makers at national and
state level; (ii) a network of fisheries economists to explore market opportunities in fisheries sector; and (iii) a
network of horticulture economists to assess emerging innovative institutions in linking farmers with markets.
Process is in progress to develop network of natural resource economists and livestock economists.
Chickpea growers association has been constituted by Agri-watch (our partner) for involving them in
futures trading. The purpose is to facilitate higher prices for farmers and reduce price risk.
Impact: The foodgrain projections were used by the Department of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer
Affair for developing the buffer stock policy of the country. Similarly, network of fisheries economists
interacted with the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) to design its future strategy for exploring
market opportunities for fish.
Research on Impact Assessment
The activity is in progress with 15 PME cells. Already 15 PME cells, in multi-disciplinary framework,
have been constituted to assess impact of improved technologies. In the first round, each PME cell has
identified three promising technologies for assessing their impact. The assessment covers technologies
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related to staple crops, horticulture, fisheries, natural resource management, animal health, farm implements,
etc.
Two review papers were prepared (i) role of R&D in managing vulnerability of Indian agriculture; and
(ii) meta analysis of CGIAR research impact. These review studies helped in developing appropriate
methodologies and indicators for assessing impact of different technologies. It is envisioned that SPIA of
CGIAR type of network would be developed for assessing research impact in national agricultural research
system.
Two workshops of PME partners were organized to (i) document promising technologies for impact
assessment; and (ii) review the progress of impact assessment studies.
An impact assessment training module has been developed for capacity building of PME partners as
well as those interested in impact assessment work. It is proposed that IFPRI’s DREAM model would be
institutionalized after needed modifications.
Gender issues in agriculture
The purpose of this component is to mainstream gender in agriculture. The component was to
address issues related to (i) women in science, and (ii) science for women. Several workshops and meetings
were organized. A framework was developed to institutionalize ‘gender in agriculture’, and submitted to the
council for implementation. Few studies have been planned and incorporated gender in the impact
assessment case studies. Gender empowerment indicators have been identified and approaches to measure
those have been finalized. These are being shared with the PME partners.
Data base has been developed on activity-wise women participation in agriculture from NSSO and
various rounds of agriculture census. This will be useful for scenario analysis for different regions and
implications on women in agriculture.
As suggested by the World Bank, a special activity “Strengthening gender role in sustainable rural
livelihood security sub-projects of NAIP has been added with an additional budget of Rs. 28.95 lakhs to
NRCWA.
Impact: ICAR has constituted a Task Force on gender to address issues related to agricultural research and
gender under the chairmanship of DDG (Education) and NCAP as coordinator.
Role of Centre and State System in Agriculture
This component is to understand the existing mechanism of centre-state relations in agriculture, and
propose new models in changing national and global scenario. Interaction workshops were organized with
key stakeholders in Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Three more interaction
workshops are planned in Andhra Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. This component is addressing
contemporary issues (legal and financial) in the centre and state system; and assessing the role of private
sector in stepping-up investment in agriculture.
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Impact: Some of the recommendations drawn from the interaction workshops were circulated to the inter-
state council for possible implementation. Implementation of some of the recommendations would trigger
investment through private sector, and improve basic infrastructure in agriculture.
Capacity building activities:
During 2008-09 more than 175 potential trainers have been trained in different areas, as detailed
below:
1. Training on ‘Technology Forecasting Methodologies in Agricultural Innovation System’ organized by
IASRI at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
2. Training program on ‘Agricultural Policy Research’ organized by NCAP with Indira Gandhi Institute of
Development Research, Mumbai.
3. Training program on Application of multi-market model in agriculture’ organized by NCAP, New Delhi
4. Training program on ‘Estimation of Total factor Productivity for Impact assessment’ organized by
NCAP, New Delhi
5. Training-cum-workshop on ‘Gender Analysis and its Implication in Sustainable Rural Livelihood
Security’, organized by NRCWA, Bhubaneswar with IRRI, Philippines.
6. Training program on ‘Price Trends and Market Integration’ organized by IASRI, New Delhi
Workshops Organized
Number of workshops and brainstorming sessions were organized by the lead center and partners.
Till date, approximately 350 participants attended these programs. The participants in these program
included policy advisors, senior officials from Ministry of Agriculture from Government of India and various
state departments, professionals, representatives of corporate sector and civil society. A list the programs
organized is given below:
1. Workshop on ‘Forecasting Future Technological Needs for Rice in India’ at CRRI, Cuttack by IASRI,
New Delhi.
2. Workshop on ‘Strengthening Gender Component in Sustainable Rural Livelihoods Security Projects’
organized by NRCWA, Bhubaneshwar.
3. Workshop on ‘Impact Assessment of New Agricultural Technologies’ organized by NCAP, New Delhi
4. Workshop on ‘Role of Centre and State Systems in Agriculture’ organized at ISEC, Bangalore by
NCAP, ISEC, UASB and Yes Bank Limited.
5. Workshop on ‘Networking for Agricultural Economics and Policy Research’ organized at UAS, Dharwad
by NCAP, New Delhi.
6. Workshop on ‘Networking for Agricultural Economics and Policy Research’ organized at Amity
University, Lucknow by NCAP, New Delhi.
7. Workshop on ‘Exploring Future of Indian Agriculture for Strategic Planning’ organized by NCAP, New
Delhi.
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8. Brainstorming session on ‘Mainstreaming Gender in Agricultural Research and Education by NCAP,
New Delhi
9. Brainstorming session on Future Technological Needs in Genetics and Plant breeding for Sustainable
Agriculture organized by IASRI, new Delhi in collaboration with Division of Genetics, IARI, New Delhi
Sub-component 1.5: Remodeling Financial and Procurement Systems (RFPS)
The efforts under the NATP have induced significant changes in the attitude and outlook of financial
managers and administrators to realize their important role in facilitating agricultural research though their
effective delivery systems. In a step ahead, NAIP conceived to develop a new web based financial
management system and MIS for NAIP and the ICAR. In Phase-I a Financial Management System (FMS) has
been developed which is now in the implementation stage. The developed FMS is a web based ORACLE R12
Application Software meant for all financial and accounts related operational & reporting activities. FMS is
implemented at PIU and rolled out in 6 Delhi-based institutions viz. IARI, NCAP, NCIPM, DIPA, NBPGR &
IASRI. FMS in the rest of consortia partners will be rolled out from July 2009 in phases.
Financial Management Training Programmes for Consortia Partners of Call-1 and Call-2 were
organized at eight locations. The Programs were attended by 271 nos of participants of 126 partner
institutions as detailed below.
Table 3.14: Financial Management Training Programmes during 2008-09
S.no.
Date OrganizingInstitute
Location Number ofparticipatingInstitutes
ApproximateNo. ofparticipants
1 Nov 06-07, 2008 IARI New Delhi 15 282 Nov 14-15, 2008 CCSHAU Hisar, Haryana 11 233 Nov 17-18, 2008 CIAE Bhopal, Madhya
Pradesh14 40
4 Nov 20-21, 2008 CIFE Mumbai,Maharashtra
14 25
5 Dec 09-10, 2008 NDRI Karnal, Haryana 18 306 Dec 11-12, 2008 NAARM Hyderabad 15 257 Dec 15-16& 18-20,
2008CMFRI Cochin, Kerala 25 70
8 Dec 22-23, 2008 BAU Ranchi,Jharkhand
14 30
Trainings on procurement procedures were also organized in two phases. Under Phase-I 10 trainings
cum workshops were organized for 276 consortia partners whereas in second phase 221 consortia partners
attended the workshop
The TOR for MIS is being prepared and will be submitted to the Bank soon.
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Sub-component 1.6: Project Implementation Unit
Besides day-to-day activities and providing overarching support to the NAIP, the PIU is implementing
and monitoring the following consultancies:
1. Monitoring and Evaluation
2. Procurement Consultancy
3. Establishment of Central Data Centre
4. Financial Management system
5. Hand holding Support (under process)
6. Management Information System (under process)
Processing of proposals under different sub-components of Component-1
The sub-projects in Component 1 are implemented in sponsored mode and in some of the initiatives the
implementing organizations are identified in the PIP/PAD. In such cases the full proposals were requested
rather than the concept note. Similarly the identification of institutes for setting up of BPD units was made by
the ICAR. There also the full proposals were directly invited. The CNs or the full proposals were then referred
to three experts and based on their recommendation the CNs/FPs were taken forward to O&MAG, O&MPC
and PMC. The details of processing of full proposals are given below:
Table 3.15: Details of processing of sub-project/consortia proposals in component 1
Year
Number of Full Proposals Averagetime takento completethe process(months)*
Received O&MAG O&MPC PMC
2006-07 4 1 1 02007-08 8 9 9 72008-09 16 18 18 152009-10 0 0 0 6
Total 28 28 28 28 8.53*From the last date of receipt of full proposal to issuing of sanction letterSeven full proposals and one Concept Note are under process and would be decided upon latest by
August, 2009.
Summary of approved consortia/sub-projects
Table 3.16: Summary table for number of subprojects and amount sanctioned under
Component- 1
Sub-Component
No. ofConsortia
Number of Participating Institutes Amount Sanctioned(Rs. Million)As Consortia
LeaderAs ConsortiaPartner
ICDS 16 16 61 964.4482BPD 5 5 - 255.141
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L&CB 1 1 3 237.2766PGAV 6 6 38 289.4809
TOTAL 28 28 102 1746.3467
Table 3.17: Distribution of subproject institutes under Component-1
Sub-Component Institute Group Number of Institutes TotalNo.Consortia
LeaderConsortiaPartner
ICDS ICAR Institutes 9 30 39SAUs/CAUs 6 25 31Others 1 6 7Total 16 61 77
BPD ICAR Institutes 5 - 5SAUs/CAUs - - -Others - - -Total 5 - 5
L&CB ICAR Institutes 1 - 1SAUs/CAUs - - -Other Institutes/Organizations - 3 3Total 1 3 4
PGAV ICAR Institutes 3 12 15SAUs/CAUs 1 21 22Others 2 5 7Total 6 38 44
TOTAL ICAR Institutes 18 42 60SAUs/CAUs 7 46 53Others 3 14 17Total 28 102 130
Table 3.18: Allocation of funds to different groups of institutes under Component 1
Sub-component InstituteGroup
Amount sanctioned(Rs. Million)
Percentage oftotal Component1funds sanctioned
1.1 ICDSICAR 687.17 71.3SAU 208.6651 21.6
Others 68.6132 7.1
Total 964.4483 100
1.2 BPD ICAR 255.141 100SAU 0 0
Others0 0
Total 255.141 100
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1.3 L&CBICAR 183.7012 77.4SAU 0 0
Others53.5754 22.6
Total 237.2766 1001.4 PGAV
ICAR 130.3699 45.0SAU 91.8161 31.7
Others 67.2949 23.3
Total 289.4809 100Total ICAR 1256.371 71.9
SAU 300.4812 17.2Others 189.4803 10.9
Grand Total 1746.3468 100
Critical assessment of implementation of various sub-components/activities including review
and approval process, procurement, financial management, etc.
Based on the outcome of the workshops, brain storming meetings, the observations of O&MAG,
O&MPC, PMC, World Bank or the directives of the ICAR, the process to invite the CN or the full proposal as
the case may be was initiated. Occasionally, the concept notes submitted by the organizations after duly
discussing with the ND, NAIP or the O&MAG/O&MPC were also taken up for review. The review process
involved referring the CNs or the full proposals to three experts and based on their recommendation the
CNs/FPs were taken forward to O&MAG, O&MPC and PMC.
Table 3.19: Sub-component wise number of sub-projects grounded during different years under
Component-1
Sub-Component Number of Projects grounded TOTAL2007-08 2008-09 2009-10
ICDS 5 5 6 16BPD - 2 3 5L&CB 1 - - 1PGAV 1 2 3 6TOTAL 7 9 12 28
Nine projects were approved during 2008-09 and all of them are less than six months old with
respect to actual implementation, as good amount of time was taken in submitting the documents and
release of funds. The launch workshop of all projects have been held, recruitment of staff is complete in most
places and on an average 50 per cent of equipments have been procured.
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Table 3.20: Financial Targets and achievement sub-component wise
(Rs. in Million)
Sub-component Target Achievement1.1 ICDS 1326.22 583.851.2 BPD 52.13 23.751.4 L&CB 280.94 233.891.3 PGAV 139.51 37.46Total 1798.8 878.9
Detailed action plan with clear time line and monitoring strategy for improving implementation
Seven projects approved during 2007-08 are working satisfactorily. The Project Monitoring and
Advisory Committee (PMAC) has been constituted under the Chairmanship of Dr. S.L. Mehta to monitor and
advise regularly all projects approved under Component-1. The PMAC has since met eight times in the past
three months and took review of all the seven projects. The technical, physical and financial progress were
reviewed, plans for making up for the short fall was discussed and appropriate advice/recommendations
given. The sub-projects will be reviewed regularly at six monthly interval.
The PMAC would complete the review of all the nine projects approved in 2008-09 in the next six
months. The M&E workshop for the nine projects approved in 2008-09 would be completed in the next three
months. During this workshop besides fine tuning and finalizing the activities, outputs and outcomes, efforts
will also be made to enter relevant data into PMTS to enable further on-line monitoring of their progress.
Performance indicators
Inputs
Table 3.21: Financial Management aspects
Rs. in Millions Percentage ofsanctionedcomponent budget
Component budget as per PAD 2180.7(USD 46.00 million)
Sanctioned component budget 2150.50* 98.6Expenditure up to March 31,2009
303.834 14.13
SOEs received for expendituresincurred up to March 31, 2009(34 out of 43 SOEs)
193.6 9.00
*Includes budget committed to Central data centre and the PIU-NAIP expenditure made so far
(a) Progress of procurement of equipment, goods, works and consultancies
Reported under procurement section of the APR
As stated earlier, the nine projects approved in 2008-09 had limited time (between 2 to 6 months)
for procurement. Hence many could not utilize the funds fully. Some of the consultancies approved
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for 2007-08 were also could not be completed mainly due to the absence of the procurement
consultant at the PIU-NAIP.
Outputs/Outcomes
Table 3.22: Performance indicators for the component
Indicator As of April 30, 2009Number of communication campaignslaunched by media type.
- 98 brochures released during launch W/S- 100 through print media
Increase in number of linkages formed withKVKs and CICs
Linkages with 60 KVKs
Number of hits on the ICAR and SAU websites per month
73,000 on CeRA website30,000 in 13 ICAR institutes86,000 on ICAR website11,000 on NAIP website
Increase in number of queries responded tofrom public and private organizations, NGOsper month
100
Number of business development unitsestablished
5 (5 more under process)
Number of applications filed for patents andlicenses
32 technologies commercialized12 licenses filed
Annual number of persons attendingvisioning and policy analysis eventsorganized in association with NAIP
525
Number of weeks taken for procurement ofhigh value goods
3.5 months
Percentage of ICAR finance managers usingnew financial management software
20-25 persons
Number of overseas visits/trainingscompleted (excluding those covered underComponents 2,3 and 4)
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3.2.2 Component 2: Research on Production to consumption systems
The Research on Production to Consumption System comprises the entire set of actors, materials,
activities, services and institutions involved in cultivation and harvesting of a specific food commodity,
transforming it into a high value product and marketing the final product. The system will include all
the technologies from cultivation to processing as well as the social, institutional and economic
environments in which these processes operate.
The emphasis on PCS is a reflection of the fact that agricultural growth is increasingly becoming
market driven and the challenge to raise income and welfare of the agricultural community has to be
met in the market context. The importance of marketing implies a shift towards products with large
market and high income growth potential.
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Identification of Priority Themes for Inviting Concept Notes
Keeping in view the global prospects of agri-business, suggestions received during stakeholders’
meetings and discussions during the specially constituted expert working groups, five indicative
thrust areas have been identified, mentioned as below:
1. Food Security & Income Augmentation
2. Agro-processing
3. Income Augmentation & Employment Generation
4. Export Promotion
5. Resource Use Efficiency (Innovative Environment friendly PCSs)
However, based on the reassessment of specific areas to be given priority based on the discussions
at RPC, PMC and ICAR and also on the areas covered through earlier calls, specific for each call is
given in Annexure-3.4.
Processing of Concept Notes (CNs) and Full Proposals
Submission of concept notes
The Concept Notes were called against three calls: 1, 2 & 3. The call of proposals was issued through
advertisement for Call 1 for which the last date for submitting the CNs was November 30, 2006. In
total, 440 CNs were received under Call 1. Against the restriction of submitting 2 CNs for an
organization/institution, many organizations/institutions submitted more than 2 CNs. After adopting
the prescribed principle, the total number of CNs were reduced to 181.
The same procedure was adopted under Call 2 & 3 for calling the proposals through advertisement.
The last date for submitting the CNs was October 12, 2007 & May 30, 2008 for call 2 & 3
respectively. In total 151 CNs were received under Call 2 while 99 CNs were received under Call 3.
Describe the process for reviewing concept notes and full proposals
The CNs received under Call 1 were sent to 3 peer reviewers. Based on reviewers’ comments, they
were placed before the TAG 2 and RPC. In total 15 CNs were recommended for development into full
proposals. Stakeholders’ workshops were held for all the 15 selected CNs. Full proposals were sent to
3 reviewers (one of them was necessarily a reviewer of reviewing the CNs). The recommendations of
reviewers were placed before the TAG 2 and RPC. The RPC approved 10 proposals as no proposal
was costing more than Rs. 10 crore.
The same procedure was followed under Call 2 except that the peer review was done through calling
the experts to one or two day meeting at PIU-NAIP. The CNs and final proposals were vetted by the
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3 Expert Committees consisting of Subject Matter Specialists and later by TAG. Out of 151 CNs
received under Call 2, 31 CNs were recommended for development into full proposal. However, only
30 full proposals were received out of which 18 proposals were approved.
In case of Call 3, the Expert Committee reviewed the CNs as well as full proposals held the hand-
holding workshops for developing full proposals. In total 99 CNs were received under Call 3, out of
which 30 CNs were shortlisted for development into full proposals. Finally, 23 proposals were
approved through the involvement of TAG-2 was not there in the processing of Call 3 proposals, but
some of the TAG members were included as Expert Committee members.
How did the peer review process work
It was helpful but it took very long time at CN and full proposal stages. At each stage, the reviewers
were given at least one month time but they took more than that in many cases despite repeated
reminders and follow-up.
Summary of processing of concept notes and full proposals
In total 431 CNs have been received under all the three calls, out of which 76 CNs were approved for
development into full proposals. Finally, 51 proposals were approved out of 75 full proposals
received.
Number and list of value chains covered by the component
List of 51 approved sub-projects is given in below:
Table 3.23: List of Approved Sub-projects under Component-2
S. No Title of the Sub-Project Lead Organization
1
A Value Chain for Cotton Fibre, Seed and Stalks: An Innovation
for Higher Economic Returns to Farmers and Allied Stake
Holders
CIRCOT, Mumbai
2
A Value Chain Model for Bioethanol Production from Sweet
Sorghum in Rainfed Areas Through Collective Action and
Partnership
ICRISAT, Hyderabad
3 Creation for Demand for Millet Foods Through PCS Value-Chain NRCS, Hyderabad
4Responsible Harvesting and Utilization of Selected Small
Pelagics and Fresh Water Fishes: A Value Chain ApproachCIFT, Kochi
5 A Value Chain on Oceanic Tuna Fisheries in Lakshadweep Sea CMFRI, Kochi
6A Value Chain in Major Seed Spices for Domestic and Export
Promotion
SDAU,
Sardarkrushinagar
7 A Value Chain for Clean Meat Production from Sheep NRC Meat, Hyderabad
8 A Value Chain on Potato and Potato Products CPRI, Shimla
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9 A Value Chain in Coconut CPCRI, Kasargod
10A Value Chain on Biomass Based Decentralized Power
Generation for Agro EnterprisesCIAE, Bhopal
11A Value Chain on Utilization of Banana Pseudostem for Fibre
and Other Value Added ProductsNAU, Navsari
12 A Value Chain on Seabuckthorn (Hippophae L.) CSKHPKV, Palampur
13A Value Chain on Enrichment and Popularization of Potential
Food Grains for Neutraceutical BenefitsUAS, Dharwad
14 A Value Chain on Industrial Agroforestry in Tamil Nadu TNAU, Coimbatore
15A Value Chain on Production and Value Addition in Indian Major
Carps and PrawnsKVAFSU, Bidar
16
A Value Chain on Fish Production on Fragile Agricultural Lands
and Un-utilized Agro-aquatic Resources in Konkan Region of
Maharashtra
CIFE, Mumbai
17 A Value Chain in Natural Dye ANGRAU, Hyderabad
18 Bio-pesticide Mediated Value Chain For Clean Vegetables CSKHPKV, Palampur
19 Tomato Processing Prioritizations for Global CompetenceAgri Food Park India
Ltd., Pune
20A Value Chain on Food Products from Small Millets of Bastar
Region of ChhattisgarhIGKVV, Raipur
21 A Value Chain on Murrel Production in Tamil Nadu and OrissaSt. Xavier’s College,
Palayamkottai
22
Export Oriented Marine Value Chain for Farmed-Seafood
Production Using Cobia (Rachycentron candum) Through Rural
Entrepreneurship
TANUVAS, Chennai
23 A Value Chain on Flowers for Domestic and Export Markets TNAU, Coimbatore
24A Value Chain on Novelty Pork Products Under Organized Pig
Farming SystemAAU, Jorhat
25A Value Chain on Value Added Products Derived from Prosopis
julifloraCAZRI, Jodhpur
26
A Value Chain for Coconut Fibre and its byproducts:
Manufacture of Diversified Products of Higher Value and Better
Marketability to Enhance the Economic Returns of Farmers
NIRJAFT, Kolkata
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27 A Value Chain on Underutilized Fruits of Rajasthan MPUAT, Udaipur
28 A Value Chain on Commercialization of Maize Products UAS, Bangalore
29A Value Chain on Lac and Lac Based Products for Domestic and
Export MarketsIINRG, Ranchi
30A Value Chain on Zona Free Cloned Embryos for Quality Animal
Production from Elite Buffaloes and Pashmina GoatsNDRI, Karnal
31A Value Chain on Production of Food-Grade Nutraceuticals for
Use as Natural Antioxidants and Food ColorantsIARI, New Delhi
32Utilization Strategy for Oceanic Squids in Arabian Sea: A Value
Chain ApproachCMFRI, Kochi
33 A Value Chain on High Value Shellfish from Mariculture Systems CMFRI, Kochi
34A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of
Pashmina FiberSKUAST, Srinagar
35 A Value Chain on Kashmir Saffron SKUAST, Srinagar
36A Value Chain on Composite Dairy Foods with Enhanced Health
AttributesNDRI, Karnal
37A Novel Food Chain using By-products of Milling Industry for
Enhancing Nutritional SecurityIICPT, Thanjavur
38 A Value Chain on Wild Honey Bee UAS, Bangalore
39 A Value Chain on Castor and Its Industrial Products SDAU, S. K. Nagar
40Capitalization of Prominent Landraces of Rice in Orissa Through
Value Chain Approach
M. S. Swaminathan
Research Foundation,
Jeypore, Orissa
41 A Value Chain for Kokum, Karonda, Jamun and Jackfruit BSKKV, Dapoli
42Protected Cultivation of High Value Vegetables and Cut Flowers-
A Value Chain ApproachIARI, New Delhi
43A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of
Pomegranate
Akshay Food Park
Limited, Bangalore
44 A Value Chain on Selected Aromatic Plants of North East India ACAU, Gangtok
45A Value Chain on Linseed: Processing and Value Addition for
ProfitabilityBAIF, Pune
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46A Value Chain on Enhanced Productivity and Profitability of
Patchouli (Pogostemon Patchouli)
Agro Food Park Ltd.,
Bangalore
47 A Value Chain on Cashew for Domestic and Export Market
Cashew Export
Promotion Council,
Kollam, Kerala
48 A Value Chain on Ginger and Ginger Products OUAT, Bhubaneswar
49 A Value Chain on Aloe Vera Processing IIT, Kharagpur
50 A Milk Value Chain in an Un-organized Sector TANUVAS, Chennai
51A Value Chain on Mango and Guava for Domestic and Export
MarketCISH, Lucknow
Any other relevant information.
Table 3.24: Details of Processing of Consortia Proposals under Different Calls under
Component-2 of NAIP
Call
No.
Number of Concept
NotesNumber of Full Proposals
Average
Time Taken
to
Complete
the Process
(Months)*
Received Approved Received
Approved by
TAG/Expert
CommitteesRPC PMC
COMPONENT 2
1
2
3
181
151
99
15
31
30
15
30
30
12
18
27
11
18
27
10
18
23
11
10
7
Total 431 76 75 57 56 51 9.3
* From the last date for receipt of concept notes to issuing of sanction letter.
It is interesting to note that the distribution of approved sub-projects reflect indicative by priorities
identified during project formulation (Table 3.25). Maximum number of sub-projects are in the
priority area of agro-processing (18) followed by export promotion (10), food security and income
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augmentation (8), income augmentation and employment generation (8) and resource use efficiency
(7).
Table 3.25: Distribution of Approved Consortia by Indicative Priority Areas under Component-2
S. No Sector No. of Sub-projects
1 Food Security and Income Augmentation 11
2 Agro-processing 12
3 Income Augmentation and Employment
Generation
10
4 Export Promotion 8
5 Resource Use Efficiency 10
Total 51
Summary of Approved Consortia
Table 3.26: Summary Table for Number of Consortia and Amount Sanctioned under Component-2 of
NAIP
No. of
Consortia
Number of Participating Institutes Amount
Sanctioned
(Rs. Million)
As Consortia
Leader
As Consortia
Partner
Total
Number
51 51 150 201 2407.347865
Table 3.27: Distribution of Consortia Institutes under Component-2
S. No.Name of Institute /
Organization
Number of Participating Institutes
Consortia
Leader
Consortia
PartnerTotal
1 ICAR Institutes 19 27 46
2 SAUs/CAUs 22 23 45
3 International Institutes 1 1 2
4 Central Institutes* 2 14 16
5 State Institutes -- 1 1
6Private Sector
Organizations/Institutes/Universities4 48 52
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7 Other Universities -- -- --
8 NGOs 1 22 23
9 Other Institutes/Organizations 2 14 16
Total 51 150 201
* Includes all institutes like IITs, IIMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
Table 3.28: Allocation of NAIP Funds (Rs. Million) to Different Groups of Institutes under Component 2
S.
No.
Name of Institute /
Organization
Amount Sanctioned
(Rs. Million) under
Component-2
Percentage of Total
Component-2 Funds
Sanctioned to Consortia
1 ICAR Institutes 915.7363 38.04
2 SAUs/CAUs 943.712085 39.20
3 International Institutes 53.69754 2.23
4 Central Institutes* 128.82627 5.35
5 State Institutes 9.8741 0.42
6Private Sector
Organizations/Institutes/Universities210.48075 8.74
7 Other Universities - -
8 NGOs 69.0732 2.87
9 Other Institutes/Organizations 75.94762 3.15
Total 2407.347865 100.00
* Includes all institutes like IITs, IIMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
Operationalization of Consortia
Upto March 31, 2009, sanction letters for 38 consortia were issued and funds to these consortia were
released.
5.1 Consortium Advisory Committee (CAC)
CAC has the following responsibility for each approved consortium.
Be responsible for setting priorities and local level oversight.
Mobilizing the broad community of clients and beneficiaries to contribute to sub-project
implementation.
Monitoring effectiveness of implementation and adherence to the agreed objectives. Evaluating
outcomes and impact, recommending re-allocations of funding between sub-project activities
and if necessary of sub-project re-orientation.
Facilitating the dissemination and up-scaling of replicable results.
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In general, the CACs met regularly as per the need and deliberated on the agenda items. They have
guided the consortia for their smooth functioning. The number of meetings and some of their
recommendations are provided below.
Table 3.29: Information Regarding CAC Functioning at the Consortium Level
S.
No.Sub-project
No. of
MeetingsMajor Recommendations
1 A Value Chain for
Cotton Fibre, Seed
and Stalks : An
Innovation For
Higher Economic
Returns to Farmers
and Allied Stake
Holder
3 Procurement of two Mobile chipper along with Power-
tiller
Setting up of an anaerobic digester unit at NDDB, Anand.
Setting up of bio-scouring unit at the premises of the
agency who will be identified for the purpose of natural
dyeing
Use of money under operational expenses to engage
lobours at CICR, coimbatore
2 A Value Chain
Model for
Bioethanol
Production from
Sweet Sorghum in
Rainfed Areas
Through Collective
Action and
Partnership
1 The value chain’s economic feasibility needs to be
demonstrated.
Comparative studies on variety and hybrids need to be
done and irrigation requirements in different growing
seasons need to be worked out.
The best time for sweet sorghum sowing need to be
standardized and diversified cultivars for different areas
need to be identified
Leaf stripping and crushing (more difficult than
sugarcane) issues needs to be addressed.
In variety, SPV 1411, post rainy season sorghum needs
to be examined for rainy season performance. Possibility
of taking ratoon as a grain crop needs to be examined.
The establishment of decentralized crushing cum syrup
making unit was discussed at length and the committee
recommended sanction of additional budgets for new
items which are critical.
3 Creation of
Demand for Millet
Foods through PCS
2 The need to document all the activities in farmers’ fields
including product procurement for documenting success
stories.
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Value-Chain Extended ITC’s role in the consortium in marketing grain
and products may be explored as currently they are
involved in grain marketing only.
The inclusion of studies on toxicological part, HACCP;
anti-nutritional factors which was the gap that needed to
be addressed.
Need for strong campaign by NRCS for promoting
sorghum as gluten-free food as more cases are noticed in
recent times, though it is difficult to identify and diagnose
the cases has been now possible with joint efforts of
NRCS with Sunira Foods, Kolkata
Avoiding overlapping or duplicating of earlier efforts on
product development by APNL project by ANGRAU and
RDS was also taken care of.
Popularization of product/ recipes be deferred till the
nutritional studies are completed. Popularization
programmes be started and gradually scaled as the
project progresses.
The emphasis on primary processing, methodologies,
proper analysis and quality product development.
4 Responsible
Harvesting and
Utilization of
Selected Small
Pelagics and Fresh
Water Fishes: A
Value Chain
Approach
2 Review of progress, suggestion of export strategies and
training for gainful employment
Business houses like Forstar Foods can take up the test
marketing of Bombay duck if it is scientifically dried and
attractively packed. Accordingly, laminated Bombay duck
was prepared at Veraval Research Centre of CIFT.
5 A Value Chain on
Oceanic Tuna
Fisheries in
Lakshadweep Sea
2 Sri. Vinayaka, Mangalore has been included as Associate
Partner in the project in lieu of M/s. SAMRO Food
Products Ltd., Chennai
The MPEDA hired tuna vessel could be used for long line
tuna fishing training was accepted. The SRFs from CMFRI
and CIFT went onboard the vessel and underwent
training in long line fishing techniques and handling.
The recommendation that the observation to be made on
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bycatch from tuna long lining has been accepted and this
is incorporated in the proforma.
An additional amount of Rs. 3 lakhs was sanctioned to
CIFT for procurement of sonar which is now fitted into
the 62’ tuna long liner.
An additional amount of Rs.6 lakh for procurement of
Fishing Chipper-comb mill-cum-pulversior and flaker for
CIFT was approved by RPC on the recommendation of
CAC.
An additional Rs. 13.0 lakhs to CIFT for procurement of
pulse light preservation equipment was approved by RPC.
Establishment of a makeshift laboratory at Agatti for
analysis of fish samples and environmental parameters
was approved by RPC.
‘Sevashram’ (an NGO) was included as an Associate
Partner.
Silo feed for cultivable carnivorous fishes developed from
tuna wastes under the NAIP product by CIFT and CMFRI
be popularized. Establishment of a pilot feed mill at
Agatti will be proposed after conducting a feasibility
study.
6 A Value Chain in
Major Seed Spices
for Domestic and
Export Promotion
2 CAC accepted the publication of booklets on GAP and
advised to prepare bulletins/ RDO/ Video Cassettes for
spread of GAP besides TV and radio programmes.
Chairman advised to organize brainstorming workshops
for scientists on organic seed spices production at
appropriate time intervals.
The Chairman advised to develop software for
correspondence and weekly progress reports for proper
implementation of the project. Chairman added to
contact National Horticulture Mission and NABARD for
collaborative programmes.
The committee advised that seed produce by the
consortium PI should be sold under brand name of
“Banas”.
The committee advised to conduct a baseline survey by
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CP VIKSAT in two identified villages so that impact
assessment can be done after the completion of the
project.
7 A Value Chain for
Clean Meat
Production from
Sheep
1 Commencing of feeding trials with farmers using
complete feed prepared in the existing feed processing
facility at the University instead of waiting for
establishment at the activity site i.e. Livestock Research
Station (LRS), Mahbubnagar
8 Value Chain on
Potato and Potato
Products
2 Additional funds of Rs. 20.0 lakh were recommended for
purchase of equipment for consortia partner CIPHET.
Recommendation of additional activities viz.,
‘Development of Multiplex PCR System’ in seed
component for virus diagnostics’
Recommendation of petiole analysis for analyzing
fertilizers requirement of processing varieties and
measurement of respiration rate in storage experiments.
For measuring respiratory rate of stored potatoes and
preparation of respiratory profile of varieties Multigas
Head, Space Analyzer was approved
Recommendation of additional net house space under
‘Disease free seed production programme’ from the
savings from the same head budget.
9 A Value Chain in
Coconut
2 The requirement of seed nuts of tender nut varieties such
as COD and GBD may be worked out and availability
ascertained with the Crop Improvement Division. Seed
nuts may be supplied to beneficiary farmers in CBO for
arising nursery at the Community level. (CPCRI)
Samples of virgin coconut oil produced through
fermentation technology and modified cooking method
may be sent to DFRL for quality analysis and shelf life
study. DFRL will also conduct the microbiological changes
in the VCO during storage. (CPCRI, DFRL)
The APCC and Codex standards of VCO may be handed
over to DFRL by CPCRI for reference. (CPCRI)
Coconut chips may be sent to DFRL for analyzing the
nutritional value. The specification of packing materials
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used at present and identified by IIP/CDB may be
informed to DFRL for shelf life evaluation. (CPCRI, DFRL)
Replacement of HPLC with GLC was approved for DFRL,
Mysore.
KFRI shared gear up the design of the cultivated carbon
plant. Identification of CBO should be done in such a way
that they will have entrepreneurial capacity and are
capable of financing in terms of land/ machinery/
construction. (CPCRI, KFRI)
A survey may be conducted to identify climbing devices
already made use of in the field. (CPCRI)
The oil recovery from the different methods of VCO
production is comparatively low which is mainly due to
the problems associated with the extraction of coconut
milk. These problems are to be overcome by appropriate
means. DFRL may analyze the VCO samples for Vitamin
E and tocopherols. The byproduct should be converted
into value added products.
With regard to production technologies, it is suggested
that high yield should be realized at lower cost. Cost
benefit ratio and other parameters of economic analysis
should be attempted. The farmers should be encouraged
to maintain the farm book. Weed cutter can be given to
some clusters to achieve cost reduction.
All the machineries and accessories required for the
activated shell charcoal unit may be delineated along
with respective cost.
10 A Value Chain on
Biomass Based
Decentralized
Power Generation
for Agro
Enterprises
1 Critical mapping of input resources and output should be
done to finalize the location of briquetting plants and
power plants. The site mapping is essentially required for
power distribution and deciding size of power plants.
Feasibility of long-term contract with
farmers/entrepreneurs may be assessed for explored
availability of raw materials. The farmers’ participation
and commitment is required for the success of the
project.
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Characteristics of briquettes should be thoroughly
evaluated to finalize the suitability of briquettes for
gasification. The mixture of different types of crops
residues should also be optimized for production of
briquettes.
Economics of briquettes production from different agro
residues should be prepared and presented in next CAC
meeting.
The sensitive areas/activities of project should be
finalized to conduct the quantitative failure analysis on a
scale of 1-10 for success of project.
The tar removal and gas cleaning are difficult
researchable areas hence may be deleted from
researchable issues of the project. The technology should
be adopted/refined as per requirement of the project.
CIAE should decide and communicate the size of power
plant to be developed under the project based on data
collection in identified sites.
TNAU should characterize the biomass and briquettes of
selected agro residues. The economics should be
calculated based on the data collected on plant.
11 A Value Chain on
Utilization of
Banana
Pseudostem for
Fibre and Other
Value Added
Products
2 Standardize fibre quality parameters for different
varieties of banana for grading purpose.
Involve and sensitize machine manufacturers in
modification of raspador, yarn and weaving machines.
Explore possibility of using waste generated during
opening of fibres.
Fibre extraction trials using different microbial cultures
available in the market, along with microbial culture of
CIRCOT may be conducted.
Use of other natural dyes like bixa may be explored.
Testing of sap and vermi-wash for growth promoting
substances along with biochemical parameters.
Attempt should be made for combined application of sap
and vermi-wash on its effect on crop production. The
hormonal effect may also be studied.
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12 A Value Chain on
Seabuckthorn
(Hippophae L.)
1 It is suggested to reduce the treatments on weed control
and also modify the experiments.
It is suggested that the mother orchards land races/
cultivars should be planted at close spacing of 2x1m2.
There should be uniform planting material for the trials
on agrotechniques.
Trial on neem cake should be deleted from the study.
High yielding selections of seabuckthorn, rich in vitamin
C, oil, carotenoids, vitamin E and flavonoids should be
made.
Experiment on application of artimisia on the control of
pests is included.
Proper arrangements have been made to supply
grasses/forages to farmers for interplantation between
seabuckthorn rows.
13 A Value Chain on
Enrichment and
Popularization of
Potential Food
Grains for
Neutraceutical
Benefits
2 NAIP should make some platform for budding
entrepreneurs for sales at least once a week. The
expenditure may amount to Rs. 20,000 per week for
basic facilities. The National Trainings for NAIP scientists
was discussed and felt it is necessary to conduct such
trainings by exploring good institutions in the next
financial year.
Efforts should be made to transfer the technologies for
adoption by industries.
It is necessary for identifying potential competitor grain
and strategy to overpower competitor’s strength.
Baseline survey report needs to be focused.
A scaled up impact on production, marketing and
consumer system should be visible at the end of the
project.
Case of replication of chain across the country should
come up.
Prioritize the product development to 3 to 4 for up
scaling.
Updated in respect of other two projects on millets and
thus optimizing the results. Thus, synergism should be
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brought between identical projects on millet.
14 A Value Chain on
Industrial
Agroforestry in
Tamil Nadu
3 The identification of alternate pulpwood genetic
resources is a major concern.
The interaction of CAC with the stake holders helped to
strengthen the project activities.
15 A Value Chain on
Fish Production on
Fragile Agricultural
Lands and Un-
utilized Agro-
aquatic Resources
in Konkan Region
of Maharashtra
2 Approved the sites for establishment of demonstration
units.
Approved the reservoirs for the demonstration of
enhanced fisheries.
16 A Value Chain in
Natural Dye
2 Inclusion of Narasapuram, West Godavari district for
intervention through technical backup in providing
natural dyed yarn for lace products which in turn
enhance export to an extent of 20%.
Purchase of cabinet dyeing machine of 50kg capacity and
half ton capacity for dyeing yarn instated of dyeing jigger
with the same amount of Rs. 10 lakhs sanctioned, as
natural dyes applied at yarn stage provide uniformity.
Change in the consortium partnership of ITDA,
Rampachodavaram to Assoc. Partner in view of non
availability of audit certificates was recommended by CAC
and approved by RPC
17 A Biopesticide
Mediated Value
Chain for Clean
Vegetables
2 Plantation work of Melia azedarach for sustaining of the
project has been assigned to NGO partners viz. STD,
WHSAU for which additional grant has been requested.
The Melia plantation work will be carried out in district
Kangra, Mandi and Kullu of H.P.
Facility for Trichoderma production be established
18 Tomato Processing
Prioritizations for
Global Competence
3 As per the recommendation, eight clusters have been
identified for project implementation.
The Committee recommended to delete BAIF as a
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consortium partner permanently and the funds allocated
to BAIF may be distributed between the M/s Agri Food
Park Ltd., Pune and KVK, Baramati
The committee recommended that the CL and CPI should
select the appropriate person for National Training
purposes and procure expertise from CFTRI, CIPHET,
IARI or SAU’s in the country.
MPKV, Rahuri should purchase the equipments whose
specifications, configurations and manufacturer of
machinery are finalized by CPI and CL.
The committee also recommended that MPKV, Rahuri
may initiate research project at the post graduate level
which may be supported by this sub-project under the
sub-head data collection and survey
19 A Value Chain on
Food Products
from Small Millets
of Bastar Region of
Chhattisgarh
7 Training of farmers should be done in the villages/sites to
benefit more and more number of farmers.
About 100 progressive farmers be selected in different
clusters (pockets) for demonstrations.
It was suggested that in the first year few promising
varieties of kodo millet and finger millet should be taken
for demonstration and their performance should be
evaluated.
On the basis of the performance in the first year, best
varieties should be considered for popularization and
demonstration in the following years.
Improved storage structures for millet should be placed
in the field with few selected farmers for their evaluation.
All the available promising varieties of both the millets
should be demonstrated at one place to have a close
visual observation and differentiate.
The CPI should visit Banglore area for observing the
mechanization being adopted by the farmers of that
region on millet cultivation.
Analysis of samples of different varieties of kodo and
finger millets for their nutritative values be carried out.
A proforma to record the changes in the millet
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consumption be developed.
20 A Value Chain on
Murrel Seed
Production in
Tamilnadu and
Orissa
1 CAC recommended deletion of spotted murrel.
CAC recommended production of one lakh murrel seeds
per year and 50 tonnes table size fish per year with
revenue of Rs. 1.0 lakh/year to ICAR.
CAC recommended inclusion of probiotics along with
herbs in formulated feed to promote growth.
21 Export Oriented
Marine Value Chain
for Farmed-
Seafood
Production using
Cobia
(Rachycentron
candum) through
Rural
Entrepreneurship
1 The committee suggested that the standardization of
collection, transportation and maintenance of the brood
stock and breeding could be taken up simultaneously
during the next year 2009-10
The committee also suggested for reallocation of funds
for purchasing cage to next year 2009-10 with the
additional budget of Rs. 5 lakh.
The committee also recommended revision in the list of
equipment for CIBA and CMFRI and an additional of Rs. 3
lakh may be allotted to CIBA for purchase of equipment.
The committee to reallocate the fund for international
training for the next year 2009-10 and felt that the
allotted budget for 2 persons for training at Vietnam is
not sufficient and may require additional Rs. 4 lakh and
hence duration may be reduced to one month training for
each person.
The committee recommended reallocation of Rs. 3 lakh
for international consultancy to the year 2009-10 and
suggested to contact institutes in Vietnam for hiring
international consultancy.
22 A Value Chain on
Flowers for
Domestic and
Export Markets
1 The treatments in the research trails may be modified as
per the requirements of the specific cultivars
Cost analysis to be taken up for all the research trials
taken up in the project
Commercial feasibility to be worked out for all the
research oriented issues
Use of environment friendly practices to be encouraged
through training programmes
Regular updating of the developments of the project to
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be made
The stringent and time consuming purchase procedures
of the University were simplified with the intervention of
the CAC
23 A Value Chain on
Novelty Pork
Products under
Organized Pig
Farming System
1 Considering the importance of procurement and
installation of the slaughter line and the cold storage etc.,
the committee recommended to approach PIU-NAIP for
revalidation of the funds under the head of account
equipment of the non-recurring contingency for utilization
during 2009-10
The committee also suggested to take immediate action
for retendering of the items by following codal formalities
prescribed by the NAIP. The suggestion was given for all
the partners.
The committee advised the CPI to propose the name of
another suitable women in place of Mrs. Anju Boro act as
a member of CAC.
The Chairman suggested to hold frequent CAC meeting
for effective monitoring of the project implementation.
He also suggested to formulate some criteria for selection
of entrepreneurs for the proposed training under the sub-
project.
24 A Value Chain on
Value Added
Products Derived
from Prosopis
juliflora
1 It was proposed to have scientist from Agriculture
engineering who can help in modification of machinery
for P.juliflora pod processing.
It was proposed to purchase CNS instead of quality
measuring equipment of animal block.
It was recommended that food products in preparation
are to be sent to NIN or CFTRI or any other laboratories
for their analysis.
25 A Value Chain for
Coconut Fibre and
its byproducts:
Manufacture of
Diversified
Products of Higher
1 The CAC opined that diversified product shall be taken
into consideration while making project implementation
plan, in order to enhance the return on investment for
the farmers growing coconuts trees.
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Value and Better
Marketability to
Enhance the
Economic Returns
of Farmers
26 A Value Chain on
Commercial
Exploitation of
Underutilized Fruits
of Tribal Zones of
Rajasthan
1 Use the techniques which have already been
standardized for rejuvenation of ber on farmers’ fields,
but also manipulate the techniques according to the
climate of Udaipur for rejuvenation of Ziziphus numularia
and Ziziphus rotundifolia on experimental basis only.
Survey should be carried out for identifying the local
germplasm of custard apple and jamun for better
processing quality.
If technologies for browning free pulp preservation and
processed products are available at CFTRI, Mysore then
use them by paying from the project.
Test the pricker and destoner separately for early, mid
and late varieties namely Gola, Umran, Mundia and / or
Banarasi Karaka both at Abohar and Udaipur.
All the three types of top working should be practiced in
ber for early returns.
More efforts should be made for R&D in custard apple
and avoid the repeated work in processing of aonla and
ber, use the existing technologies for processing in aonla
and ber.
27 A Value Chain of
Commercialisation
of Maize Products
1 Rural women should be benefited from the
commercialization of value added products not the
industrialists
Popularization of proven innovative techniques to the
maize growers should be undertaken, to bring awareness
and adoption of University technologies
The project should generate employment opportunities in
villages to reduce the farmers migration of farmers.
Supply of quality seeds in time will help the farmers to
increase the yield productivity
Small scale maize processing industries should be
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encouraged in villages for local processing and value
additional village level.
Possibilities of including maize as a menu item in Govt.
sponsored mid-day-meal program for nutritional
enhancement of school children be explored after
carrying out nutritional studies
CMU at consortium level should be constituted to
appraise and monitor the project progress (Initiate
baseline survey).
Should evolve criteria in selection of farmers/women in
distribution of critical inputs/activities
Should involve farmers in extension and other activities
from both project villages as well as non- project villages
Should Prepare an action plan for the next six months
A baseline survey should be conducted regarding feeding
practices and use of maize
Training / workshop should organized for the farmers of
the area
Should follow the NAIP guidelines while purchasing the
equipments and/or selection of project staff
Consortium Implementation Committee (CIC)
The role of CIC is to ensure efficient sub-project implementation and to monitor and oversea
execution of the sub-project and report to the CAC and PIU. Information regarding CIC functioning at
the consortium level has been mentioned below:
Table 3.30: Details of CIC meetings of Component-2
S.
No.
Sub-project Name No. of
Meetings
1 A Value Chain for Cotton Fibre, Seed and Stalk : An Innovation For
Higher Economic Returns to Farmers and Allied Stake Holder
4
2 A Value Chain Model for Bioethanol Production from Sweet Sorghum
in Rainfed Areas Through Collective Action and Partnership
4
3 Creation of Demand for Millet Foods through PCS Value-Chain 3
4 Responsible Harvesting and Utilization of Selected Small Pelagics and
Fresh Water Fishes: A Value Chain Approach
1
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5 A Value Chain on Oceanic Tuna Fisheries in Lakshadweep Sea 4
6 A Value Chain in Major Seed Spices for Domestic and Export
Promotion
3
7 A Value Chain for Clean Meat Production from Sheep 3
8 A Value Chain on Potato and Potato Products 2
9 A Value Chain in Coconut 3
10 A Value Chain on Biomass Based Decentralized Power Generation for
Agro Enterprises
2
11 A Value Chain on Utilization of Banana Pseudostem for Fibre and
Other Value Added products
2
12 A Value Chain on Seabuckthorn (Hippophae L.) 1
13 A Value Chain on Enrichment and Popularization of Potential Food
Grains for Neutraceutical Benefits
1
14 A Value Chain on Industrial Agroforestry in Tamil Nadu 1
15 A Value Chain on Production and Value Addition in Indian Major Carps
and Prawns
2
16 A Value Chain on Fish Production on Fragile Agricultural Lands and
Un-utilized Agro-aquatic Resources in Konkan Region of Maharashtra
2
17 A Value Chain in Natural Dye 1
18 Biopesticide Mediated Value Chain for Clean Vegetables 2
19 Tomato Processing Prioritizations for Global Competence 3
20 A Value Chain on Food Products from Small Millets of Bastar Region of
Chhattisgarh
1
21 A Value Chain on Murrel Seed Production in Tamil Nadu and Orissa 1
22 A Value Chain on Flowers for Domestic and Export Markets 1
23 A Value Chain on Novelty Pork Products under Organized Pig Farming
System
1
24 A Value Chain on Value Added Products Derived from Prosopis juliflora 1
25 A Value Chain for Coconut Fibre and its byproducts: Manufacture of
Diversified Products of Higher Value and Better Marketability to
Enhance the Economic Returns of Farmers
1
26 A value Chain on Commercial Exploitation of Underutilized Fruits of
Tribal Zones of Rajasthan
2
27 A Value Chain on Commercialisation of Maize Products 1
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Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)/ Consortium Monitoring Unit (CMU)
M&E/ CMUs in the consortium is responsible for the following activities:
Preparing an M&E work plan and budget;
Preparing half yearly and annual reports;
Undertaking regular field trips to introduce and document key M&E practices;
Preparing and submitting half yearly and annual monitoring and supervision reports;
Planning and dev eloping PME related training programs;
Designing and conducting M&E exposure sessions;
Assisting the consortium leader in all matters relating to M&E planning; and
Supporting and assisting in World Bank and NAIP supervision visits.
Table 3.31: Details of Consortium Monitoring Unit Functioning at the Consortium Level
S.
No.
Sub-project Name No. of
Meetings
Action Taken
1 A Value Chain for
Cotton Fibre, Seed and
Stalk : An Innovation
For Higher Economic
Returns to Farmers and
Allied Stake Holder
1 CMU has been constituted
2 A Value Chain Model
for Bioethanol
Production from Sweet
Sorghum in Rainfed
Areas Through
Collective Action and
Partnership
3 Identification of villages for project
implementation
Development of work plans for project
implementation and M & E framework for better
monitoring the project progress
Finalization of different parameters and the
methodology for baseline characterization
Periodic review of the progress in project
activities
Strengthening partnership among the sub-project
partners
3 Creation of Demand for
Millet Foods through
PCS Value-Chain
3 Development of work plans for project
implementation and M & E framework for better
monitoring the project progress
Finalization of different parameters and the
methodology for baseline characterization
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Monitoring the progress of technical programme
related to on farm production districts &
nutritional evaluation through site visits
Periodic review of the progress in project
activities
Strengthening partnership among the sub-project
partners
4 Responsible Harvesting
and Utilization of
Selected Small Pelagics
and Fresh Water
Fishes: A Value Chain
Approach
2 Chellanam-Kannamaly area was selected for the
study of ring seine fishery, Jaffrabad in the state
of Gujarat for dol net fishery and Malampuzha
reservoir in Palakkad district for the study of gill
net fishery.
The training conducted by CIFT at Chellanam
was very informative and it was suggested that
the training be extended to other members as
well.
Dr. Leela Edwin, Co-Principal Investigator
presented the results of the benchmark survey.
From the survey results scientific designs of ring
seines, dol nets and gill nets were made and
documented.
5 A Value Chain on
Oceanic Tuna Fisheries
in Lakshadweep Sea
4 The CMU and associate investigators from
CMFRI, and CIFT visited twice Agatti and
Kavaratti under the leadership of Director,
CMFRI, Director, CIFT and discussed with Island
Administration and Lakshadweep Fisheries
Department regarding modalities of
implementation of the project.
The CMU activated the process of recruitment of
contractual staff under the project.
The proforma for Baseline Survey of two islands
where project is implemented and a control
island was critically examined and suggested
improvement. The revised proforma was
approved by CMU and baseline survey
completed.
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CMU reviewed the progress of work carried out
by each of the consortium partners in the CMU
meetings held. The M & E framework was
discussed and programmes reoriented, approved
and presented.
CMU initiated the process of finding an
alternative associate partner in lieu of M/s
SAMRO Food Products Ltd., who withdrew from
the project.
6 A Value Chain in Major
Seed Spices for
Domestic and Export
Promotion
1
To monitor proper implementation and progress
of the project. The Chairman of the CMU has
convened a meeting.
7 A Value Chain for Clean
Meat Production from
Sheep
2 Preparation of project monitoring and evaluation
frameworks
Ensuring training of personnel involved in the
project in Project Monitoring and Evaluation and
Procurement Procedures of NAIP
Preparation of half yearly report
Preparation of annual report
8 A Value Chain on
Potato and Potato
Products
- CMU has been constituted
9 A Value Chain in
Coconut
2 Prepared a monitoring and evaluation work plan
of the project
Laboratory and field visits were conducted and
offered suggestions
Guided the PI and Co-PIs on procurement of
items and also on utilization of budget for other
items.
Reviewed the half yearly and annual reports
10 A Value Chain on
Biomass Based
Decentralized Power
Generation for Agro
1 CMU has been constituted.
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Enterprises
11 A Value Chain on
Utilization of Banana
Pseudostem for Fibre
and Other Value Added
Products
1 Expedite the re-tendering process for
procurement of Handmade paper and Board Unit
(HMP &BP) and try to utilize NRC earmarked for
the unit (NAU)
Utilization of NRC by March 2009 was also
suggested to MANTRA and CIRCOT.
Recruitment of RA and SRF needs to be done as
early as possible.
Sensitization and awareness of the banana
growers of the state in the field of utilization
banana pseudostem in preparing value added
products.
12
A Value Chain on
Seabuckthorn
(Hippophae L.)
-
CMU has been constituted.
13
A Value Chain on
Enrichment and
Popularization of
Potential Food Grains
for Neutraceutical
Benefits
1
Helped in framing M&E indicators of the project.
Helped in preparing half yearly and annual report
of the project.
Helped in auditing and securing SOE
Assisted in conduct of trainings and workshops
during the project period.
Assisted in monitoring the project
14 A Value Chain on
Industrial Agroforestry
in Tamil Nadu
2 Has undertaken at least five visits to various
clusters and helped in identification of
Beneficiaries.
Has helped in formulation of pre tested
questionnaire for conducting baseline survey for
farmers, Industries and traders.
Helped in organizing research trials.
15
A Value Chain on Fish
Production on Fragile
Agricultural Lands and
1
CMU constituted, meeting held on December 12,
2008.
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Un-utilized Agro-
aquatic Resources in
Konkan Region of
Maharashtra
16 A Value Chain in
Natural Dye
1 Execution and monitoring of technical
programme at lead centre and consortium
partner centre.
Preparation and execution of protocols for the
development of data base
Identification and personal interaction with the
stakeholders of the sub-project
Technical guidance and support to RA’s in
development of natural dye, products and
training of stakeholders
Identification of relevant institutions to initiate
the value chain
17 A Biopesticide Mediated
Value Chain for Clean
Vegetables
1 CMU conducted two meetings for planning and
reviewing the work.
Members of CMU visited the partners at IARI –
New Delhi, STD – Mandi and WHSAU – Palampur
to review the progress.
Prepared progress report.
Prepared M&E work plan and budget.
Assisted CPI in project implementation planning.
18
Tomato Processing
Prioritizations for Global
Competence
-
CMU has been constituted.
19
A Value Chain on Food
Products from Small
Millets of Bastar Region
of Chhattisgarh
-
Since the CMU could be formed.
20 A Value Chain on
Murrel Seed Production
in Tamilnadu and
Orissa
1 Brood fish collection, rearing and nutrition.
Mass seed production and larviculture of C.
striatus and C. marulius.
Feed formulation for growout culture and income
generation by stakeholders.
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Workshop for stakeholders to promote murrel
culture.
Institutional visits for collaboration and
participation in conferences/seminars/workshops
and publications by research team.
21
A Value Chain on
Flowers for Domestic
and Export Markets
1
Baseline survey including marketing and supply
chain management has been assigned to be
taken up by the social science group along with
biological scientist.
Conduct of meeting involving participation of the
Consortium Partners in the near future to be
considered, to review the project’s progress
22 A Value Chain on
Novelty Pork Products
under Organized Pig
Farming System
1 The CMU has been constituted.
23
A Value Chain on Value
Added Products
Derived from Prosopis
juliflora
-
The CMU has been constituted
24 A Value Chain on
Commercial
Exploitation of
Underutilized Fruits of
Tribal Zones of
Rajasthan
1 CMU members tested the physibility for
marketing of the products made from aonla and
suggested marketing from University out let and
write the feed back for each product. Technology
for only those products which are accepted by
consumer should be given to industry.
CMU members personally visited the farmers’
field and see the top working in ber.
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A Value Chain on
Commercialisation of
Maize Products
-
CMU has been constituted.
Experience of PIU Interaction With Consortia
There was a close interaction between the PIU-NAIP and various consortia. Timely guidance was
provided for the smooth functioning of the sub-projects.
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Other Relevant Aspects
During the period under report, three scientists from two consortia were deputed for foreign training.
Achievements
Number of Consortia Approved: Total 51 consortia have been approved.
Number of Consortia Operationalized as of April 30, 2009 (i.e. Funds Released)
Funds were released to 38 consortia by the end of April 30, 2009.
Table 3.32: Number of Websites/Web pages Developed
S.
No.
Sub-projects Website Name No. of Web pages
Developed
1 Creation of Demand for Millet
Foods through PCS Value-Chain
www.nrcsorghum.res.in/naip
projects.php
On single page with
links
2 A Value Chain on Oceanic Tuna
Fisheries in Lakshadweep Sea
www.cmfri.org.in. 1
3 A Value Chain in Major Seed
Spices for Domestic and Export
Promotion
http://www.sdau.edu.in/ 15
4 A Value Chain in Coconut www.cpcri.gov.in/naip.htm 6
5 A Value Chain on Enrichment and
Popularization of Potential Food
Grains for Neutraceutical Benefits
www.naipmilletsdwd.org
6 A Value Chain on Novelty Pork
Products under Organized Pig
Farming System
www.aau-pigproject.in 6
7 A Value Chain for Coconut Fibre
and its byproducts: Manufacture
of Diversified Products of Higher
Value and Better Marketability to
Enhance the Economic Returns of
Farmers
www.nirjaft.res.in/naip/coir. htm
The websites for remaining consortia are being developed.
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Explain Compliance with Environment and Social Safeguards
The issues addressed at various consortia are provided in the following table:
Table 3.33: Compliance with Environment and Social Safeguards
S.
No.
Sub-projects Issues addressed
1 A Value Chain for Cotton
Fibre, Seed and Stalk : An
Innovation For Higher
Economic Returns to Farmers
and Allied Stake Holder
Too early for adopting social and environmental safeguards.
2 A Value Chain Model for
Bioethanol Production from
Sweet Sorghum in Rainfed
Areas Through Collective
Action and Partnership
Reduced the risks in sweet sorghum cultivation and
marketing through well placed input supply systems (seed,
fertilizer, weedicide) and buy-back arrangements for stalk
purchase.
Helped the farmers to increase the crop productivity
through pre-sowing training programs and on-site
extension services through project staff
Encouraged the farmers to harvest grain for home
consumption or marketing to ensure food security and
better incomes
Encouraged the farmers to take the bagasse (stalk
remaining after juice extraction) for use as animal feed or
compost
Organized farmers in to groups to have collective action in
terms of crop cultivation, managing the DCU in future and
to have better bargaining power for their stalks
Encouraged women participation in training programs,
crop cultivation and DCU operations
Encouraged local entrepreneurship for management of
DCU and establishment of such units in due course
Increased livelihood options through effective whole plant
use of sweet sorghum (grain for food, stalks for ethanol
and bagasse as animal feed)
Educated the farmers for taking timely pest control
measures to reduce the risk of agrichemicals for the
environment
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Care was taken to prevent the pilferage of sweet sorghum
juice or syrup that may go for unlawful liquor production
3 Creation of Demand for Millet
Foods through PCS Value-
Chain
Reduced the risks in sorghum cultivation through well
placed timely input supply systems. In fact seed of
targeted improved cultivar suitable for end product
preparation was supplied ahead of season at free of cost.
Helped the farmers to increase the crop productivity
through pre-sowing training programs and on-site
extension services through project staff
Encouraged the farmers to harvest sorghum grain at
physiological maturity stage for avoiding grain mold attack
and marketing for better incomes
Buy-back arrangements for purchase of grain through ITC
procurement system
Encouraged women participation in training programs, and
crop cultivation and entrepreneurship development
Encouraged local entrepreneurship for product
development & value-addition of their produce
Educated the farmers for taking timely pest control
measures to reduce the risk of agrichemicals for the
environment
4 A Value Chain on Oceanic
Tuna Fisheries in
Lakshadweep Sea
Waste generated during Massmin Preparation in
Lakshadweep Island is currently disposed off in the beach
itself, which is causing serious environmental problems
and threat to fragile coral reefs. CIFT in association with
CMFRI developed ‘SILO feed’ from Tuna waste and tested
for sea bass. The feed cost is estimated to be Rs.25/- kg
compared to the imported feed which is sold at Rs.80/- kg.
Improved method of Processing Massmin preparation
developed by CIFT can reduce smoking time and there by
a reduce the air pollution product . By adopting this
method, the carcinogenic benzopyrene content in
‘Massmin’ could be considerably reduced and will benefit
the Massmin consumers.
Introduction of long line fishing for yellow fin tuna will help
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the island fishermen in the exploitation of unexploited,
high value yellow fin tuna without interfering with the
traditional pole and line fishing for Skipjack tuna. Long line
fishing is an environment-friendly fishing method and will
not disturb the sensitive coral reef ecosystem of the
islands.
5 A Value Chain in Major Seed
Spices for Domestic and
Export Promotion
During implementation of this project all environmental
and social safe guard policies as defined by World Bank
will be taken care and adhere to safety norms.
6 A Value Chain for Clean Meat
Production from Sheep
Care will be taken to put in place effluent treatment and
effective waste disposable system while planning the
slaughterhouses
Thirty two butchers have been trained in different aspects
of environmental pollution resulting from slaughter
activities and methods to minimize it
Sheep rearers were trained in scientific lamb rearing
practices
7 A Value Chain on Potato and
Potato Products
The non marketable waste potatoes and the industrial
waste were procured for analysis and further development
of animal feed and extraction of dietary fiber.
Good laboratory practices (GLP’s) were followed during
conduction of research.
8 A Value Chain in Coconut Coconut based farming systems - Increase in
agricultural wastes - Converted to vermicompost
9 A Value Chain on Biomass
Based Decentralized Power
Generation for Agro
Enterprises
Social & environmental issues like migration, soil health,
water/air pollution, etc
Environmental concern due to pattern of use of biomass,
social issues related to diversion of biomass for power
generation etc
10 A Value Chain on Utilization of
Banana Pseudostem for Fibre
and Other Value Added
Products
Nil
11 A Value Chain on Enrichment
and Popularization of
Not applicable
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Potential Food Grains for
Neutraceutical Benefits
12 A Value Chain on Industrial
Agroforestry in Tamil Nadu
The project on Industrial Agroforestry project takes care of the
issue on clean development mechanism and help to augment
the local as well as global environment as per the World Bank
requirements. It is estimated that approximately 20 tonnes of
carbon is sequestered through 1 acre of Casuarina based
Industrial wood plantations which also lend support to E S M F
of World Bank.
13 A Value Chain on Production
and Value Addition in Indian
Major Carps and Prawns
Not applicable
14 A Value Chain on Fish
Production on Fragile
Agricultural Lands and Un-
utilized Agro-aquatic
Resources in Konkan Region
of Maharashtra
Culture of finfish, shell fish and Spirulina in salt affected
areas: Under this project only the area which is fallow
since last 30-50 years due to salinization is utilized for
culture of different finfish, shell fish and Spirulina.
Therefore there is no risk that the agricultural land will be
use for aquaculture and decrease in traditional crops.
Infact, the adjacent land to aqua ponds may get reclaimed
for agriculture propose.
For aquaculture, purpose, farmers’ organizations are
formed for collective management of farm inputs and
outputs, which will not only avoid conflicts amongst the
individuals in land and water use pattern but also generate
income, ameliorate livelihood and ensure nutritional
security.
Enhancement of open water fisheries through community
participated co-management approach. This will avoid
conflicts amongst different communities dependent on
same water body for livelihood.
15 A Value Chain on Food
Products from Small Millets of
Bastar Region of Chhattisgarh
Planning for improved storage facilities
Searching of degradable packaging materials will be done
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16 A Value Chain on Murrel Seed
Production in Tamilnadu and
Orissa
Seed production and culture of murrels are environment
friendly. Soil, water and air are never polluted since water
drained from fish ponds is highly nutritive to agriculture.
17 Export Oriented Marine Value
Chain for Farmed-Seafood
Production Using Cobia
(Rachycentron candum)
through Rural
Entrepreneurship
Appropriate Social & Environmental safeguards were
adopted wherever necessary as per the E&S framework in
the approved proposal.
18 A Value Chain on Flowers for
Domestic and Export Markets Misconception by growers that the project has provision for
granting subsidies/incentives.
Adequate information is being given to growers and
growers association during training programmes that the
resent project has no provision for granting
subsidies/incentives. But would only facilitate promotion of
floriculture related activities through training programmes
and exposure visits.
Hazards to greenhouse workers due to use of chemicals in a
closed environment
Appropriate training is being given to workers to take up
protective measures while using plant protection
chemicals.
Conflicts arising in beneficiary selection
Final selection of beneficiaries for the training programme
is being made in consultation with the Sate Department of
Horticulture and the concerned Consortium partners.
19 A Value Chain on Novelty
Pork Products under
Organized Pig Farming
System
Yes, adopted
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20 A Value Chain on Value
Added Products Derived from
Prosopis juliflora
Followed Social and Environmental safeguards
21 A Value Chain for Coconut
Fibre and its byproducts:
Manufacture of Diversified
Products of Higher Value and
Better Marketability to
Enhance the Economic
Returns of Farmers
No social or environmental has so far been envisaged
22 A Value Chain on Commercial
Exploitation of Underutilized
Fruits of Tribal Zones of
Rajasthan
The work done so far has no need to adopt such social and
environmental safeguard measures
23 A Value Chain of
Commercialisation of Maize
Products
A technical program to improve the soil fertility has been
formulated (integrated cultivation and inputs application).
Financial Management Aspects
Financial Management Aspects is given in Table-3.35.
Procurement Aspects
The procurement of equipments in various consortia was slow particularly for the equipment to be
procured under International Competitive Bidding (ICB). It is expected that the procurement of
equipment will be completed in the year 2009-10.
Monitoring and Evaluation, and Progress Review of Technical Programme
Monitoring and Evaluation activities have been undertaken both at the consortia level and at National
Level. At consortia level, these activities are being undertaken by Consortium Monitoring Unit (CMU)
and monitoring effectiveness of implementation and adherences to the agreed objectives, outcomes
and impacts etc. are being looked by CAC and CIC. At National Level Project M & E Consultants
undertakes such activities. The details are as under:
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At Consortia Level:
No. of Consortia Committees No. of Meetings
22
(28)
CAC 39
CIC 40
CMU 27
Figures in parentheses indicate total number of sub-projects approved under call 1 and call 2.
At National Level:
Project M & E Consultant undertakes the M & E activities by way of conducting workshops and
consortia visits. The details are as under:
Activities Nos.
Workshops 2
Consortia Visits 21
One day workshop was organized on the occasion of each consortia visits. These workshops have
been attended by CPI, CoPIs and all the staff. Often Project leaders have also joined the workshops.
Main findings of the consortia visits are as under:
M&E Framework: The M&E Consultants discussed in detail about the M & E Framework with
the CPI and consortia partners and emphasized to align the
activities/deliverables/output/outcomes with the objectives of the project.
Output and Outcome Variables: The consortia identified output and outcome variables as per
M & E Result Framework.
Functioning of CMU: CMUs in 20 consortia are operational.
Baseline Survey Report: M&E Team has shared the template for baseline survey with all the
consortia and requested them to conduct only sample survey and make the presentation in the
format given in the template within the first six months from the date of Launch workshop.
Baseline Survey Reports for 3 consortia have been submitted to PIU. Preparation of Baseline
Survey Reports for other consortia is in the process.
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Environmental and Safeguards: The consortia have aligned E & S issues with possible listed
issues approved by PIU and the Bank. However, no report has been generated as yet. They are
in the process of generating data for the purpose.
PMTS: Login User-ID and Password have been released to C-PI to operate PMTS. One model
PMTS has been uploaded in the NAIP website. Remaining consortia are in the process of using
PMTS. M&E consultants are in constant touch with the consortia and do the problem solving in
using the PMTS.
Documentation of success stories: M & E has requested each consortium to document the
success stories of their interventions and share the same with the PIU and also on their own
websites, if they have one.
The consortia visit reports have been shared with the PIU for necessary action on the problems faced
by the consortia in the implementation of the project.
Organization of Component Workshop (Participants, Key Issues Affecting
Implementation, Possible Solutions, etc.)
The Annual Workshop was held at ANGRAU, Hyderabad on May 21-22, 2009. The details of which
are given below:
Brief Report on the Proceedings of Annual Review Workshop of Component-2 of NAIP
held at ANGRAU, Hyderabad during 21-22 May, 2009
The Component-2 Annual Review Workshop was held at ANGRAU, Hyderabad during May 21-22,
2009. The workshop meeting was chaired by Dr.K.V. Raman. Dr. P.S. Sidhu from the World Bank
also participated besides, ND, NAIP, NC (Component-2), DDGs of ICAR, Members of RPC, TAG (2),
ADGs, Chairman of CACs, PIs and CCPIs (Annexure-3.2: Programme Schedule).
After welcome by the Director of Research, ANGRAU, the objectives of the Workshop was stated by
the National Director, NAIP. Dr. Sidhu also added by telling that the workshop is organized for cross
consortia learning and sharing experiences, discuss implementation issues particularly relating to
fiduciary, E&S, M&E aspects. The Chairman also emphasized on these in his address.
There was detailed presentation on four consortia and the progress and issues were discussed.
There was also presentation on E&S safeguards, financial management, procurement, and M&E
framework. Some of the consortia had hand-on exercise with use of PMTS late in the evening.
On 22nd May, 2009, Chairman of different Consortia provided their views and suggestions on the
functioning of the Consortia. After this, there was presentation on approved consortia in 5 parallel
concurrent sessions covering 47 approved consortia (Annexure-3.3). They were chaired by RPC
members/TAG members/CAC Chairman. In the afternoon, in the plenary session, the observations
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made during the sub-group presentations were presented, discussed and some issues were clarified.
The main points/decisions that emerged during the 2 day workshop is summarized below :-
In general, sub-projects are doing well in science. This is not surprising since NAIP has sanctioned
the most deserving projects, chosen the best partners and advisors. NAIP is grateful to all who have
helped in choosing the deserving projects, best partners and outstanding advisors.
But sub-projects have to do still better in science. For which, the following should be the priorities:-
(i) Fast track procurement - proactive steps and creative innovations in completing the
procurement in next 5-6 months, but not later than December, 2009.
(ii) Personal attention to advance preparation and timely submission of SOEs, AUCs in prescribed
formats.
(iii) Submission of brief, to the point, half yearly and annual reports. Bullets in targets and
achievements for period under reporting is a must.
(iv) Consortia have to immediately acquire expertise in the use of FMS, PMTS, E&S safeguards
and MIS.
(v) Sending right persons for training in FMS/Procurement & PMTS is a must.
(vi) Completion of baseline surveys and submit reports immediately.
(vii) Organize regular meetings of CMUs, CICs, CACs and take action on their recommendations.
(viii) CACs role has become more critical particularly to review and strengthen supportive
functions. Chairmen have to use their technical competence and managerial experience to
help solve problems locally. In the meetings, the review of fiduciary aspects, M&E, E&S
safeguards should be taken up first followed by review of technical progress.
(ix) Establish linkage among all the sub- projects, particularly belonging to the same/similar
theme.
(x) Finally, sub-projects have to pick-up the speed to reduce the performance lag, maintain
quality and become role models.
Any Other Aspects
None
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Salient Technical Achievements of Component 2
(i) A Value Chain on Flowers for Domestic and Export MarketsS.
No.
Promised
deliverables
(up to March ’09)
Achievements Relevant
Infrastructure
developed
Following 11 research trials in progress
1 pilot model soil
and plant analysis
lab is being
established
1 Development of
improved production
technologies
Jasmine Induction of off season
flowering
Eco friendly management of
pests
Eco friendly management of
diseases
Marigold Precision production
technology
Application of bio stimulants
Eco friendly management of
pests
Eco friendly management of
diseases
Carnation Fumigation techniques
Management of calyx splitting
Eco friendly management of
pests
Eco friendly management of
diseases
2 Development of
improved post
harvest management
technologies
Following 5 research trials in progress
Jasmine Chemical treatments to extend
PH life
CFB packaging for export
Thermocole packaging for
export Post harvest lab
3 Development of
improved value
addition
technologies
Dry flowers Identification of newer plant
species
Development of new products
for export market
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4 HRD & Capacity
building
5 scientists trained at HTC, Pune
339 growers, women & entrepreneurs trained
Training cum
demo hall
5 Data base creation &
supply chain
management
339 growers, women & entrepreneurs trained
Survey and documentation in progress
Video documentation of jasmine supply chain
Jasmine marketing channels & price spread pattern
Software packages
procured
(ii) A Value Chain on Novelty Pork Products under Organized Pig Farming System
Promised Deliverables Achievement
Establishment of the pig farm 25% construction work has been completed
Optimum growth rate and desired reproductive
performance
Introduction of the animal is delayed due to outbreak
of FMD in the vicinity
Collection of liquid semen for service to oestrous
females
Boars are trained for collection of semen at NRC on
Pig, Rani
Construction of the slaughter house and processing
plant in progress and order for supply of equipment
placed
Construction of slaughter house is under progress.
Retendering for purchase of pig slaughterline is being
taken up
Purchase of sanctioned equipment Majority of the sanctioned equipments have been
purchased
(iii) A Value Chain on Value Added Products Derived from Prosopis juliflora
Deliverables Achievements
Selection of two stands of P.juliflora for employing
planned silviculture operations
Two stands of thorny bushy P.juliflora have been
selected
Propogaion of 50 seedlings of nonthorny and sweet
plant bearing plant type of Prosopis in nursery to
raise a managed plantation stand
More than 600 seedlings of desired plant type of
Prosopis have been raised in the nursery
Production of 100 packets of feed
concentrate using Prosopis pods as main constituent
One hundred packets of feed concentrate of two kg
each were prepared and supplied to ‘Goshalas’ to
assess initial response
Refinement in process of preparation of mineral
blocks using Prosopis pods
Prosopis pod’s flour was used in appropriate proportion
to prepare mineral block for livestock.
Technique has been well standardized
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Collection of 600- 700kg of pods from
wild and initiating process development for coffee
preparation
Associating industrial partner to has take the
activities
Collected 1000kg of P. juliflora pods from wild.
Development process for quick seed threshing and
seed extraction Process for standardizing coffee
preparation from pod flour is in progress
(iv) A Value Chain on Commercial Exploitation of Underutilized Fruits of Tribal Zones of Rajasthan
Deliverables Achievements
Selection of Farmers for rejuvenation
Development of harvesting tool
Development of technology for less oil pickle
from aonla
Development of aonla based blended RTS
3000 ber plants earmarked
Harvesting tool for ber developed
Technology generated & 800 kg aonla utilized
Standardized
(v) A Value Chain of Commercialisation of Maize Products
Major Deliverables Dissemination of improved maize technologies to the maize growers for productivity
Formation of Maize growers Associations & women SHG entrepreneurs-Linkage
Supply of critical inputs to the maize growers – Incentives for adoption
Product development: Innovative maize based recipes health foods and mineral mixture for
dairy feeds and poultry feeds
Recipes treated in diabetics & obese individuals
Entreprenurialship development through EDP
Linkages right from field to plate; strategies for value chain management
Publications and reports
Overall Assessment of Achievement of Deliverables by the Consortia vis-à-vis Targets
In the year 2007-08, only 4 consortia were approved whereas the remaining 34 consortia were
approved in the year 2008-09. More so, 7 consortia were approved in the last quarter of 2008-09.
The release of funds was possible only after submission of MOUs and Financial Certification. Since
the partners belong to different institutes work culture and follow different procedures, it took some
time to complete the formalities (though release of funds is still pending in some limited cases). The
consortium partners also expressed difficulties in understanding procurement procedures, financial
management and other fiduciary aspects of the NAIP. In such circumstances, the overall progress
made by the consortia is satisfactory as observed by the experts during the Annual Review workshop
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of the Component held during 21-22 May, 2009 which will no doubt be improved in the coming years
as maximum attention will now be diverted to monitoring implementation.
Describe Establishment of Linkages between Industry and Farmer Groups
The following linkages have been developed under each consortium:
Table 3.34: Establishment of Linkages between Industry and Farmer Groups
S.
No.
Sub-project Name Linkages Developed with Development Department,
Banks, Insurance Agencies, Other Scientific Departments/
Institution etc
1 A Value Chain for Cotton
Fibre, Seed and Stalk :
An Innovation For Higher
Economic Returns to
Farmers and Allied Stake
Holder
Dr. A. J. Shaikh, Principal Scientist and Dr. S. G. Gayal, Principal
Scientist visited UAS, Dharwad and Shramik Abhivrudhi Sangh,
Belgaum on July 22-23, 2008 to explore the available facilities for
undertaking bio-scouring, dyeing with natural dyes, weaving,
garment making and marketing.
Dr. R. P. Nachane visited Shramik Abhivrudhi Sangh, Belgaum on
August 21, 2008.
Dr. R. P. Nachane and Dr. A. J. Shaikh on November 2008 visited
the Dharmitra an NGO, carrying out R&D work in development of
eco-friendly technologies. The organization is processing Banana
Pseudostem for production of paper and paper boards. The plant
is at the Kalamb on the road from Wardha to Yeotmal at about 30
km from Wardha. Due to load shedding the plant was closed at
the time we couldn’t have reached there. Instead we visited the
HQ of the organization at Wardha. We had discussion with the
Deputy Director Dr. (Mrs.) Preeti Joshi about the banana
processing machineries for paper and board making. All the
details were collected.
Dr. R. P. Nachane and Dr. A. J. sheikh on November 18, 2008
visited the M. Gandhi Industrial Research Insitute for small scale
industries at Wardha, where they are doing research work in
development of cotton processing machinery for handloom
industry. They process cotton, from ginning up to garment
making and finishing with Natural Dyes. The organization is most
suited for undertaking research on natural dyes. They have
excellent marketing outlet also.
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2 A Value Chain Model for
Bioethanol Production
from Sweet Sorghum in
Rainfed Areas Through
Collective Action and
Partnership
Aakruthi Agricultural Associates of India (AAI) for organizing the
farmers into groups, providing extension services for enhanced
crop production and procuring the sweet sorghum stalks
Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) for training
the farmers and other stakeholders in local language (Telugu).
3 Creation of Demand for
Millet Foods through PCS
Value-Chain
RDS, private entrepreneurs for training the farmers and other
stakeholders in local language (Telugu)
Extension wings of State government & ANGRAU for organizing
extension services for enhanced crop production and
popularization sorghum based foods
4
Responsible Harvesting
and Utilization of
Selected Small Pelagics
and Fresh Water Fishes:
A Value Chain Approach
Agencies Collaborating:
Trupthi Sagar Fishermen Co-operative Society, Jaffrabad,
Gujarat
Kottapuram Integrated Development Society, Kottapuram
Malampuzha Reservoir Self Help Group (Cooperative group of
fishermen under the aegis of Department of Fisheries,
Government of Kerala)
Tsunami Emergency Assistance Project (TEAP), Department of
Fisheries, Government of Kerala
5 A Value Chain on Oceanic
Tuna Fisheries in
Lakshadweep Sea
CMFRI, Cochin
National Institute of Interdisciplinary Science and Technology,
Trivandrum
Lakshadweep Fisheries Department
Aswin Associates, Cochin
LG Seafoods and Matsyafed, Kerala and also with NGO
‘Sevashram’, Kalady Kerala
6
A Value Chain in Major
Seed Spices for Domestic
and Export Promotion
Linkage with seed certification agency for quality of seed.
To get market intelligence, linkage has been developed with
National Institute of Cooperative Management (NICM),
Gandhinagar
Linkage with NABARD for credit linked subsidy to consortium
member for cryo grinding.
Linkage has been developed with Agricultural produce market
committee (APMC), Unjha to educate farmers, traders and
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processors for promotion of domestic and export market in major
seed spices.
7 A Value Chain for Clean
Meat Production from
Sheep
Animal Husbandry Department
Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), CSIR, Chennai
Central Research Institute for Dry land Agriculture (CRIDA),
Hyderabad
District Sheep Breeders Association, Nellore
Swarna Bharat Trust, Venkatachalam
8 A Value Chain on Potato
and Potato Products
Department of Animal Nutrition in Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and
Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), PAU campus, Ludhiana
regarding composition of animal feeds.
9 A Value Chain in Coconut Panchayath raj institutions
10 A Value Chain on
Biomass Based
Decentralized Power
Generation for Agro
Enterprises
Department of Agricultures, Entrepreneurs, farmers & R&D
Institutes, Industries
11
A Value Chain on
Enrichment and
Popularization of
Potential Food Grains for
Neutraceutical Benefits
With Karnataka Vikas Bank, and Syndicate Bank, Dharwad
District Industrial center, Dharwad
NGOs such as Keerthi and Spoorthi Mahila Samaj, Bangalore,
Sadhana Human rights and Welfare Center, Dharwad,
Chamber of Commerce.
AIR, Doordharshan – National Net work, Post and Telegraphs.
Religious centers such as Eshwari Vishwa Vidyalya, ISSKON,
Gayathri Tapovan.
12 A Value Chain on
Industrial Agroforestry in
Tamil Nadu
Financial Institution viz., State Bank of India, Indian Bank, and
Syndicate Banks
13
A Value Chain on
Production and Value
Addition in Indian Major
Carps and Prawns
Yet to establish
14
A Value Chain on Fish
Production on Fragile
Agricultural Lands and
Linkages developed and strengthened with a NGO operated Krishi
Vigyan Kendra of Kalyani Goraksham Trust, Karad for initial
selection of villages, arranging village level meetings/ PRAs/
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Un-utilized Agro-aquatic
Resources in Konkan
Region of Maharashtra
farmers’ meets and formation of co-operative societies.
Linkages also developed with officials of Department of Fisheries,
Ratnagiri and Satara to ensure their technical and financial
support in the aquaculture as well as enhancing fish production
from open water bodies.
Linkages developed with the Financial Institutions/ Banks for
financial assistance to the farmers.
Efforts are also on with National Fisheries Development Board,
Hyderabad for implementation of their schemes for development
of aquaculture ponds and fisheries enhancement in reservoirs.
Linkages also developed with local sugarcane co-operative
societies and Verala Development Society for initiating aquaculture
in the saline soils of neighbouring district i.e. Sangli.
15 A Value Chain in Natural
Dye
Koyyalagudem Weavers Cooperative Society
Farmers Fedaration of Kesamudram
Hindupur Weaver’s Society
ADBC, Maredimilli
Forestry Sector
Mahila Samakhyas of SHGs
16 A Biopesticide Mediated
Value Chain for Clean
Vegetables
State Department of Agriculture
17
A Value Chain on Food
Products from Small
Millets of
Bastar Region of
Chhattisgarh
Efforts are made to develop the linkage with the NABARD and Jila
Panchayat for financial support to the SHGs and small processors/
entrepreneurs
18 A Value Chain on Murrel
Seed Production in
Tamilnadu and Orissa
State Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank and NABARD.
19 Export Oriented Marine
Value Chain for Farmed-
Seafood Production Using
Cobia (Rachycentron
The Tamilnadu Government Fisheries Department officials were
contacted for conducting awareness programmes and training for
the benefit of fishermen and potential fish farmers for adoption of
Cobia fish breeding and farming after developing the technologies.
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candum) through Rural
Entrepreneurship
The fishermen societies were contacted for educating the
fishermen to bring the live cobia fish on board vessel in healthy
condition.
20
A Value Chain on Flowers
for Domestic and Export
Markets
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21 A Value Chain on Novelty
Pork Products under
Organized Pig Farming
System
Line departments and State Institute for Rural Development,
Assam for procurement of base pig stock.
Entrepreneurs have been contacted for development of hydraulic
sausage filler.
Biomass/ Energy Industries
NGO'S and Tree Growers Association
22
A Value Chain on Value
Added Products Derived
from Prosopis juliflora
Developed the relation with district administrators of Jalore district
(an experimental site) of NAIP.
Developed relation with Panchayati Raj Institutions (Photo)
23 A Value Chain for
Coconut Fibre and its
byproducts: Manufacture
of Diversified Products of
Higher Value and Better
Marketability to Enhance
the Economic Returns of
Farmers
Government College of Engineering and Textile Technology,
Berampore.
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Vidyasagar Foundation, Sodepore, West Bengal
The Alleppey Co. Ltd, A. S. Road, Alleppey, Kerala
24 A Value Chain on
Commercial Exploitation
of Underutilized Fruits of
Tribal Zones of Rajasthan
Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Rajasthan, Jaipur
Agricultural Marketing Board, Government of Rajasthan, Jaipur
Assistant Director (Agriculture), Zila Paridhad, Udaipur
Deputy Director (Agriculture Extension), Udaipur (GoR)
Directorate of extension, MPUAT, Udaipur
Assistant Director (Horticulture), Udaipur (GoR)
National Institute of Agricultural Marketing, Jaipur (GoI)
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Udaipur
NGO Vidya Bhawan Society
NGO BAIF
NGO ACCESS (Tata Group)
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The Bank of Rajasthan Limited
Department of Agriculture
Co-operative Bank
Input agencies
Coconut Development Board
Kudumbasree project of Government of Kerala
25 A Value Chain of
Commercialisation of
Maize Products
Karnataka State Department of Agriculture
Associated in identification of cluster of villages for project
implementation
Associated in organizing TOT programmes maize
exhibition, training programs etc.
Department of women and Child Development
Associated in identification of women SHGs in the project
area
Associated in finding location for common facility centre
for women entrepreneurial development
Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services
Associated in identification of primary milk co-op societies
for cattle feeds and poultry birds rearing
Agricultural Produce and Marketing Cooperation
For marketing of agricultural produce
Performance Indicators
Inputs
(a) Table 3.35: Financial Management Aspects
Items Rs. Million
Percentage of
Sanctioned
Component-2 Budget
Component 2 budget as per
PAD
Sanctioned Component 2
3600.00
2407.35 66.87
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budget
Funds released up to March 31,
2009
Expenditure up to March 31,
2009
SOEs received for expenditures
incurred up to March 31, 2009
538.51
165.2
60 Nos.
30.67% of funds released
Outputs/Outcomes
(b) Progress of Procurement of Equipment, Goods, Works and Consultancies
Table 3.36: Performance indicators for the component
Indicator As of April 30, 2009
Number of consortia formed under the component
Total number of NAIP production technologies released and
adopted
Total number of processing technologies released and
adopted
Total number of new rural industries established
Total number of product groups for which national or
regional quality grades have been agreed on through NAIP
consortia
Total number of private sector organizations participating in
consortia
Total number of farmers involved in consortium activities
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Released-16, Yet to be
adopted
Released-32, Yet to be
adopted
10
5
75
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3.2.3 Component 3: Research on Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security
Introduction
The core objective of this component is the sustained improvement in the income and wellbeing of
farm families in mainly rain-fed, hill and mountain, dry-land and coastal areas which have been left
behind in development. To achieve this objective encouragement to different organization both in the
public and private sector for addressing specific issues in the concerned agriculture systems has been
given a top priority. Collaborative research is being made through forming consortia for enhancing
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productivity, profitability and sustainability. Substantial emphasis has also been given for providing
agricultural services and processing enterprises in the project areas.
Identification of priority themes for inviting concept notes
Districts for implementation of the sub-projects have been chosen out of the 150 disadvantaged
districts as identified by The Planning Commission, Government of India. Concepts notes have been
invited to focus on poverty and degradation (based on analysis of physical, natural, financial, social
and human assets) problems in the selected districts. The target group included small, marginal,
landless people with emphasis on tribal, women and vulnerable populations living in the operational
areas through proposed technologically driven action research programmes. For selection of the sub-
projects higher attention has been given to rain-fed, hilly and mountainous, coastal and island eco-
regions.
Processing of Concept notes and full proposals
Submission of concept notes
Under this component, it was initially thought that the implementation of sub-projects would be
made by sponsored mode and competitive mode (50:50). Under sponsored mode six institutions
were asked to submit the concept notes. After review as per prescribed guidelines, five CNs were
developed in to full proposals, approved and are being implemented. Later on it was decided to
discontinue sponsored mode owing to lack of seriousness shown by the proponents in submitting
good CNs and revising the CNs to develop into a full proposals.
Under Call-1, 287 concept notes were received in competitive mode. Out of which only nine concept
notes were shortlisted for development into full scale proposals. Ninety concept notes were received
under Call-2 out of which only 11 CNs were short listed. Under Call-3, 107 CNs were received out of
which 12 were shortlisted. Call wise details of CNs received and approved proposal are depicted in
Table 3.37.
Table 3.37: Details of processing of consortia proposals under different Calls under
Component 3 NAIP
Call
No.
Number of Concept
NotesNumber of Full Proposals
Average
time taken
to complete
the process
(months)*
Received Approved Received
Approved by
TAG/Expert
CommitteeRPC PMC
COMPONENT 3
1 287 9 9 9 9 7 11
90
2
3
Sponsor
ed
Mode
90
107
6
11
3#
12
6
11
3#
10
5
11
3
10
5
11
3#
10
5
11
3#
10
5
10
10#
8
15
Total 490 41 38 38 38 36
* From the last date for receipt of concept notes to issuing of sanction letter
# GEF
3.2 Describe the process for reviewing concept notes and full proposals
Following review process is adopted by PIU to scrutinize and to examine the Concept Notes/full
proposals.
Call-1
CNs was sent to the subject matter specialists (referees) for comments.
The process to review the CNs by the experts took unduly long time.
The approved concept notes (14 nos. including sponsored area) were forwarded for full proposal
development which were reviewed and improved by the TAG to get approved in RPC and PMC.
Call-2
Based on the experience of the first call, during second call, an expert committee was constituted to
review the concepts notes and members were called at PIU for 2 meetings of 2 days each to shortlist
the potential CNs for full proposal development. The full proposals were forwarded to TAG for review
and recommendation and later on to RPC and PMC. This process avoided the delay in refereeing the
concept notes and saved about 4 to 5 months in all.
Call-3
The specially constituted Expert committee examined the CNs as well as well as full proposals to
avoid delay and bring in continuity in review. Some of the TAG members were also included in the
expert committees to involve them in the review process.
Further, for Components-2 & 3 which are pursued as new way of formulating projects, it was
considered necessary to handhold them with active involvement of PIU, NAIP as well as experts to
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guide them to full project proposal preparation. This has resulted into preparation of good quality
proposals in 2nd and 3rd Calls.
How did the peer review process work
Each CN under call1 was examined by three peer reviewers. The comments of peer reviewers were
considered by the committee constituted for short listing of these concept notes. Also, the full
proposals were reviewed by three experts. Their comments were also discussed by Technical
Advisory Group (TAG). This process though was help full in assessment of the proposals but took
quite a long time. Therefore, some deviation was necessitated during call2 and call3.
The Concept Notes during 2nd and 3rd Call were reviewed in a meeting of one or two days using the
score sheet by specially constituted expert group for each component followed by TAG and RPC and
PMC later to consider them for approval or otherwise. In Call 3, the same expert groups which
reviewed the CNs reviewed the full proposals also instead of TAGs. The recommendations of the
Expert Group were reviewed by RPC and PMC for consideration of approval or otherwise.
Besides, number of interaction meetings and handholding were also held during call2 and call3 with
active involvement of PIU, NAIP as well as experts to guide them to full project proposal preparation.
This has resulted into preparation of good quality proposals in 2nd and 3rd Calls in shorter time. Upto
4 months of review time was saved and quality improved with higher success rate of CNs to full
project proposals with the subsequent Calls.
Geographical coverage of the disadvantaged areas by the approved consortia
Since inception of the project a total numbers of 490 concept notes have been received by PIU, out
of which 38 concept notes have been approved. Project Management Committee (PMC) had
approved 36 sub-projects (including 5 sponsored mode projects) at a total cost of Rs. 2972.41
million. A Total of 102 districts from the 27 states are covered through these 36 sub projects with
132193 direct beneficiary farmers.
Table 3.38: The brief State-wise number of districts and beneficiary farmers covered by
the approved sub-projects under Component-3
Sl.
No.Title State
No. of
Districts
No of farm
beneficiaries
1 Enhancement of Livelihood Security
through Sustainable Farming
Systems and Related Farm
Enterprises in North-West Himalaya
Jammu & Kashmir,
Himachal Pradesh,
& Uttarakhand
5 3700
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2 Livelihood Improvement and
Empowerment of Rural Poor
through Sustainable Farming
Systems in North East India
North-East
including Sikkim
7 4000
3 Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security
in Backward Districts of Maharashtra
Maharashtra 5 10000
4 Sustainable rural livelihood security
through integrated approach in
Hingoli and Nanded districts of
Maharashtra
Maharashtra 2 2500
5 Land Use Planning for Rural
Livelihood Security in Selected
Districts Maharashtra
Maharashtra 3 2000
6 Sustainable rural livelihoods through
enhanced farming system
productivity and efficient support
systems in rainfed areas
A.P 8 4000
7 Developing Sustainable Farming
System Models for Prioritized Micro
Watersheds in Rainfed Areas in
Jharkhand
Jharkhand 2 1200
8 Integrated Farming System (IFS) for
enhancing sustainable rural
livelihood security in Sahibganj and
Pakur Districts of Jharkhand
Jharkhand 2 2500
9 Upscaling & Improving Livelihood of
Forest based and Forest Fringe
Communities through enhanced
Farming System Productivity and
Efficient Support Systems in Godda
District (Jharkhand)
Jharkhand 1 3000
10 Sustainable Livelihood Improvement
through Need Based Integrated
Farming System Models in
Disadvantaged Districts of Bihar
Bihar 4 1625
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11 Improving livelihood quality in salt-
affected watersheds through
sustainable agriculture
Bihar 2 500
12 Promote sustainable livelihoods of
Small and Marginal farmers with a
focus on women empowerment in
Nawada and Purnea District of Bihar.
Bihar 2 4000
13 Integrated Project for Research on
Development Process and
Sustainability of Livelihood in
Disadvantaged Districts of Gujarat
State
Gujarat 3 28888
14 Livelihood and Nutritional Security of
Tribal Dominated Rural Areas
Through Integrated Farming System
Models
Rajasthan 4 13000
15 A Comprehensive, Multi-Enterprise
Project For addressing the agrarian
crisis of Wayanad District of Kerala
Kerala 1 5000
16 Integrated Farming System Modules
to Ensure Sustainable Livelihood
Security For 9the Peasants of
Disadvantaged Districts of Central
India
M.P 4 2000
17 Integrated farming System for
Sustainable rural livelihoods in
undulating and rainfed areas of
Jhabua and Dhar district of Madhya
Pradesh
M.P 2 1300
18 Farming Systems for Livelihood
Security of Small and Marginal
Farmers in Disadvantaged Districts
of Tamilnadu
Tamilnadu 4 2400
19 Sustainable Farming System to
Enhance and to Ensure Livelihood
West Bengal 3 3000
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Security of Poor in Purulia, Bankura
and West Midnapore Districts of
West Bengal
20 Sustainable Rural Livelihood
Empowerment Project for Northern
Disadvantaged Districts of West
Bengal
West Bengal 3 1400
21 Nutrition, Livelihood Security
through Resource and Enterprise
Management in Bidar district
Karnataka 1 1200
22 Livelihood security of rural poor in
disadvantaged Chitradurga districts
of Karnataka through Integrated
Farming Systems Approach
Karnataka 1 1500
23 Development of Sustainable
Livestock Farming System for
Livelihood Security in Hoshiarpur
District of Punjab
Punjab 1 800
24 Goat husbandry based integrated
approach for livelihood security in
disadvantaged districts of
Bundelkhand region
U.P 2 800
25 Ensuring Livelihood security through
sustainable farming system and
related enterprises in SC/Tribal
dominated population of Mirzapur
and Sonbhadra districts in Vindhyan
region
U.P 2 3000
26 Improvement in livelihood security
of rural people living in
disadvantaged districts of U.P.
through diversification in agriculture.
U.P. 2 3200
27 Holistic Approach For Sustainable
Rural Livelihood Security Through
Integrated Farming System
U.P 2 4000
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Approach
28 Live with the Flood - An Approach
for Sustainable Livelihood Security in
District Dhemaji, Assam
Assam 1 1500
29 Enhancing rural livelihood security
for sustainability through rice based
integrated farming in
disadvantageous districts of Assam
Assam 3 3500
30 Sustainable Integrated farming
system models for improving rural
livelihood security in disadvantaged
districts of Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh 2 2680
31 Sustainable Rural Livelihood and
Food Security to Rainfed Farmers of
Orissa
Orissa 3 1800
32 Sustainable livelihood improvement
through integrated freshwater
aquaculture, horticulture and
livestock development in selected
districts of Orissa
Orissa 3 3000
33 Achieving Improved Livelihood
Security Through Resource
Conservation and Diversified
Farming Systems approach in Mewat
Haryana 1 200
34 Strategies for sustainable
management of degraded coastal
land and water for enhancing
livelihood security of the farming
communities
W.B A&N 4 3700
35 Harmonizing biodiversity
conservation and agricultural
intensification through integration of
plant, animal and fish genetic
resources for livelihood security in
fragile ecosystems
Rajasthan, H.P,
A.P
3 3000
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36 Strategies to enhance adaptive
capacity to climate change in
vulnerable regions
M.P, Maharashtra,
Orissa, Haryana
4 2300
Number and list of subject matter fields covered by the component
The sub-projects aim at livelihood security by following integrated farming system approach with
technological innovations relating to land and water management, seed and other input supply,
cropping intensity, ago-processing and value addition and institutional innovations in organizing youth
and women, self help groups and producer groups. The other areas of focus include establishing
village knowledge/resource centres, marketing arrangements, processing units, and bringing synergy
with ongoing development programmes and capacity building and entrepreneurship development.
Number and list of subject matter fields covered by the sub-projects under this component has been
presented in Table 3.39:
Table 3.39: Focus Area and other details of approved consortia under Component-3
Sl. No. SectorNo. of sub-
projectsFocus area*
1 Himalayan Eco-system 2 Sustainable framing system and
related farming enterprises
2 Rain-fed areas 23 Integrating farming systems for
livelihood security
3 Animal Husbandry 4 Animal husbandry along with
farming system
4 Fisheries 1 Fishery
5 Improvement of degraded
areas
2 Livelihood security in salt affected
watersheds
6 Coastal and flood zone
areas
2 Livelihood security in flood affected
situation
The two GEF projects on bio diversity (Himalayan Eco-system, and Rain-fed areas) climate change
(drought prone and flood affected zones) are proposed for more than one focus area. Hence not
included above
Any other relevant information: Nil
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Summary of approved consortia
Table 3.40: Summary table for number of consortia and amount sanctioned under NAIP
Compon
ent
No. of
Consortia
Number of Participating InstitutesAmount
Sanctioned
(Rs. Million)
As
Consortia
Leader
As Consortia
Partner
Total
Number
3 36 36
{33 +
3(GEF)}
163
{149 +
14(GEF)}
199 2972.41
(2659.24 + 313.17)
Total
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Table 3.41: Distribution of consortia institutes under Component 3
Sl.
No.
Name of institute /
organization
Number of Consortia
Sanctioned
Total
funds
sanctioned
(Rs.
Million)
TotalAs
Consortia
Leader
As
Consortia
Partner
Total
1 ICAR Institutes 8 + 3* 31 + 6* 48528.89 +
213.87*742.76
2 SAUs/CAUs 18 25 + 5* 481158.89 +
66.33*1225.22
3 International Institutes - 6 6 25.02 25.02
4 Central Institutes* - 5 5 48.26 48.26
5 State Institutes - 7 + 1* 828.72 +
9.9*38.62
6
Private Sector
Organizations/Institutes/
Universities
1 8 2 128.24 128.24
7 Other Universities 1 5 6 97.62 97.62
8 NGOs 4 61 + 2* 67627.02 +
23.07*650.09
9Other
Institutes/Organizations1 1 2 16.58 16.58
Total 33 + 3*149 +
14*199
2659.24 +
313.17*2972.41
* Includes all institutes like IITs, IIMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
# GEF
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Table 3.42: Allocation of NAIP funds (Rs. Million) to different groups of institutes
under Component 3
Sl.
No.
Name of institute /
organization
Total funds
sanctioned (Rs.
Million) under
Component 3
Percentage of total
Component 3
funds sanctioned
to consortia
1 ICAR Institutes 742.76 24.99
2 SAUs/CAUs 1225.22 41.22
3 International Institutes 25.02 0.84
4 Central Institutes* 48.26 1.62
5 State Institutes 38.62 1.30
6
Private Sector
Organizations/Institutes
/Universities
128.24 4.31
7 Other Universities 97.62 3.28
8 NGOs 650.09 21.87
9Other
Institutes/Organizations16.58 0.56
Total 2972.41 100.00
* Includes all institutes like IITs, IIMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
Operationalization of consortia
Consortium Advisory Committee (CAC)
CAC has the following responsibility for each approved consortium:
Be responsible for setting priorities and local level oversight.
Mobilizing the broad community of clients and beneficiaries to contribute to sub-project
implementation.
Monitoring effectiveness of implementation and adherence to the agreed objectives. Evaluating
outcomes and impact, recommending re-allocations of funding between sub-project activities and if
necessary of sub-project re-orientation.
Facilitating the dissemination and up-scaling of replicable results.
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Information regarding CAC functioning at the consortium level for 18 sub-projects has been
mentioned below. In these sub-projects 26 nos. of CAC meetings have been made during the period
under report.
Table 3.43: Details of CAC meetings of approved consortia of Component-3
Sl.
No.
Name of the ConsortiumNo. of
CAC
meetings
Main Recommendations
1 Sustainable rural livelihoods
through enhanced farming
system productivity and
efficient support systems in
rain-fed areas (CRIDA,
Hyderabad)
1 Dialogue on setting priority areas to
addressed
Emphasis to be given on social
mobilization
2 Sustainable Rural Livelihood
Security in Backward
Districts of Maharashtra
(BAIF, Pune)
1 Involvement of scientist from each
cooperating center in CIC as well as
CMU
3 Livelihood and Nutritional
Security of Tribal
Dominated Areas through
Integrated Farming System
and Technology Models
(MPUAT, Udaipur)
3 All the Consortia Partners should
maintain proper accounts of
Sustainability Fund. Receipts be
credited to the fund within
stipulated time
4 Developing Sustainable
farming system models for
prioritized micro watersheds
in rain-fed areas (BAU,
Ranchi)
1 Setting of website for the NAIP
Thrust on social mobilization
5 Farming systems for
livelihood security of small
and marginal farmers in
disadvantaged districts of
Tamil Nadu (Annamalai
University,
Annamalainagar)
2 Organization of Commodity Interest
Groups in each Cluster.
Organizing public function with the
involvement of line department
personnel to infuse mass
awareness.
Phased withdrawal of monetary and
technical support to the farmers for
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imparting self sustenance of the IFS
technology.
6 Integrated Project for
Research on Development
Process and Sustainability of
Livelihood in Selected
Disadvantaged Districts of
Gujarat State. (SDAU,
Sardarkrushinagar)
3 In all the clusters, farmers should
be helped to avail the benefit of
subsidy and loan given by the
Gujarat Green Revolution Company
for installing Micro Irrigation System
7 Livelihood Promotion
through Integrated Farming
System in Assam (AAU,
Jorhat)
1 Criteria for selection of the farmers
should be clearly brought out.
Farmers should be mobilized
through community awareness
meetings at village level
encompassing not more than 3-4
villages.
To implement the project more
efficiently in the 3 disadvantaged
districts, a local district level
committee with one coordinator
shall be constituted. The CPI will
take necessary action.
A Memorandum of Understanding to
streamline the mechanism of
expenditure should be reached
immediately with such consortium
partners whose project fund has
been routed to them through AAU.
Administrative and financial support
at the University level should be
quick and necessary process
reforms should be made to ease out
the difficulties being faced in
smooth implementation of the
project.
Appropriate mechanism should be
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developed to gather the feed back
from the farmers participating in the
projects. These will be used for
process reform in the future
activities.
Avenues should be explored for
women empowerment, reducing
their drudgery, active involvement
in self help groups, and data base
for womenfolk etc.
The work plan for 2009-10 should
be prepared cluster wise, partner
wise and season wise and to be
circulated to all members.
8 Goat husbandry based
integrated approach for
livelihood security in
disadvantaged districts of
Bundelkhand region (CIRG
Makhdoom, Mathura)
1 Scientists should understand the
horizontal of expansion of
technology from good agriculture
practice (GAP) and good
management practices (GMP).
Scientists have to study physical,
natural, social, financial and human
assets of the operational area.
Scientists should mix with the
farmers to get their support.
All scientists/ partners must
understand their role and
responsibility very clearly.
Scientist should make committees
of farmers, women and youth and
make the program for these groups.
9 Improvement in livelihood
security of rural people
living in disadvantaged
districts of Uttar Pradesh
2 The data of base line survey should
be in quantifiable terms so that
monitoring and evaluation and
impact assessment are facilitated.
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through diversification in
agriculture (CSAUA&T,
Kanpur)
A comprehensive action plan could
be prepared and discussed only
after the compilation of primary
data
The physical, natural, social,
financial and human assets of all
the clusters need to be clearly
documented.
All the Co-PIs and associated
scientists should visit the clusters
every month at least for a week.
Each Co-PI may take the overall
responsibility of at least one cluster
for easy management.
Convergence of facilities and
provisions of different development
departments at village levels to the
members of the SHGs of the
project.
All partners must understand their
role and responsibility very clearly
and complete all activities in time.
Monitoring and evaluation must be
done within the approved
framework in time.
10 Sustainable Livestock Based
Farming System for
Livelihood Security in
Hoshiarpur District of
Punjab (GADVASU,
Ludhiana)
1 NAIP Welfare Camps: Joint NAIP
Welfare camps by all the
Consortium Partners along with
other Govt./ semi-Govt. may be
organized in the operational area to
create awareness for
Comprehensive development.
Field days: Field Days related with
various crops and activities as per
the season may be organized.
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Short Trainings: Introductory
trainings related to various aspects
as per the objectives of the project
may be organized.
Demonstration for establishment of
Ago forestry and Agro horticulture
plots.
Supply of Literature: Literature on
different activities may be made
available at the common place in
each of the adopted village of the
operational area.
11 Integrated Farming System
Modules to Ensure
Sustainable Livelihood
Security for the Peasants of
Disadvantaged Districts of
Madhya Pradesh (JNKVV,
Jabalpur)
2 The detail cluster wise and activity-
wise work plan for next season
should be prepared.
Soil testing work should be
undertaken in all selected villages
after harvesting of Rabi crops. The
result of soil testing should be taken
into account while planting Kharif
crops.
The steps should be initiated for
development of marketing linkage in
the villages.
The convergence with line
departments should be established
for effective implementation of
project.
12 Multi Enterprise Farming
Models to Address the
Agrarian Crisis of Wayanad
District of Kerala (KAU,
Regional Station,
Wayanad)
1 The activities are to be planned as
per the requirements of each
farmer. An integrated approach for
the effective co-ordination between
all Consortium Partners and line
departments are essential for this
purpose
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Website has to be created and
updated periodically covering all the
details like activities, progress,
meetings, success stories etc.
Awareness campaign has to be held
in all Panchayaths. A blue print of
activities is to be prepared after a
two days discussion with all
Consortium partners.
A Central theme should be identified
for the NAIP in Wayanad and
activities should be based on the
theme.
13 Livelihood Security through
Resource and
Entrepreneurship
Management in Bidar
District (Krishi Vigyan
Kendra, Bidar, UAS
Dharwad,)
1 Rearrange the activities supposed to
be carried out from April 2008 and
prepare action plan.
Physical and financial progress
should go hand in hand.
The selection of participants has to
be done by the community
Care has to be taken for community
interface
Prepare work plan according to
objectives
14 Sustainable Rural Livelihood
Empowerment Project for
Northern Disadvantaged
Districts of West Bengal
(UBKV, WB)
1 Data Sanitation & Completion of
Technical Survey by the end of
February, 2009.
Completion of baseline data creation
within May, 2009.
15 Enhancement of Livelihood
Security through
Sustainable Farming
Systems and Related Farm
1 Efforts on improved marketing
should be intensified.
Synthesizing results and economic
analysis is very essential. It should
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Enterprises in North-West
Himalaya (V.P.K.A.S.,
Almora)
be given very high priority.
16 Improving rural livelihood
security through sustainable
integrated farming system
model and allied enterprises
in Bastar region of
Chhattisgarh -
IGKV, Jagdalpur
1 Ongoing programs should also be
incorporated along with new
innovations in the clusters.
A master plan for soil and water
conservation activity in the project
area should be prepared
Numbers of SHGs to be made may
be decided so that the work can be
monitored. The house decided that
every work should be quantitatively
presented so that it can be
evaluated and monitored with time.
17 Livelihood Improvement
and Empowerment of Rural
Poor through Sustainable
Farming Systems in N.E.
India - ICAR Research
Complex for NEH
Region, Umroi Road,
Umiam Barapani,
Meghalaya
2 The technologies generated or
developed by lead research
institutes like ICAR Research
Complex for NEH Region, Umiam be
screened and the promising ones be
transferred to farmers’ field so that
the farming community can be
benefitted the most.
Formation of District Advisory
Committee (DAC) with one eminent
stakeholder from that district as
chairman of the committee.
A common monitoring format
should be developed for regular
monitoring and assessment of the
activities.
Inclusion of programs for
addressing the gender and equity
issues.
Activities to be sustained by some
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farmer groups such as SHGs,
cooperative of SHGs who can look
after the marketing aspects so that
each activity is sustained even after
the project completion.
More stress on establishing
marketing mechanism prior to asset
creation for sustainability
18 Sustainable Farming System
to Enhance and Ensure
Livelihood Security of Poor
in Purulia, Bankura and
West Midnapore Districts of
West Bengal - BCKV
1 The programme should be gender
based
Net present value should be
estimated
Based on discussions in several CAC meetings it was emphasized that
(i) Quantified targets should be fixed for proper evaluation of the progress. A common monitoring
format should be developed for regular monitoring and assessment of the activities
(ii) CAC has emphasized on market linkages, synergy with online departments.
(iii) Avenues should be explored for women empowerment, reducing their drudgery, active
involvement in self help groups, and data base for womenfolk etc.
(iv) Synthesizing results and economic analysis is very essential. It should be given very high
priority.
(v) An integrated approach for the effective co-ordination between all Consortium Partners and line
departments are essential for this purpose
(vi) Care has to be taken for community interface with participation from gram panchayats, line
departments, stake holders etc.
Consortium Implementation Committee (CIC)
The role of CIC is to ensure efficient sub-project implementation and to monitor and oversee
execution of the sub-project and report to the CAC and PIU. Information regarding CIC functioning at
the consortium level for 18 sub-projects has been mentioned below. During the year 2008-09 a total
of 49 nos. of CIC meetings have been undertaken by the consortium.
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Table 3.44: Details of CIC meetings of approved consortia under Component-3
Sl.
No.
Name of the Consortium No. of CIC
meetings
1 Sustainable rural livelihoods through enhanced farming system
productivity and efficient support systems in rain-fed areas (CRIDA,
Hyderabad)
1
2 Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security in Backward Districts of
Maharashtra (BAIF, Pune)
3
3 Livelihood and Nutritional Security of Tribal Dominated Areas through
Integrated Farming System and Technology Models (MPUAT,
Udaipur)
4
4 Developing Sustainable farming system models for prioritized micro
watersheds in rain-fed areas of Jharkhand (BAU, Ranchi)
1
5 Farming systems for livelihood security of small and marginal farmers in
disadvantaged districts of Tamil Nadu (Annamalai University,
Annamalainagar)
8
6 Integrated Project for Research on Development Process and
Sustainability of Livelihood in Selected Disadvantaged Districts of
Gujarat State. (SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar)
1
7 Livelihood Promotion through Integrated Farming System in Assam
(AAU, Jorhat)
2
8 Goat husbandry based integrated approach for livelihood security in
disadvantaged districts of Bundelkhand region (CIRG Makhdoom,
Mathura)
1
9 Improvement in livelihood security of rural people living in
disadvantaged districts of Uttar Pradesh through diversification in
agriculture (CSAUA&T, Kanpur)
4
10 Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood Security in
Hoshiarpur District of Punjab (GADVASU, Ludhiana)
1
11 Integrated Farming System Modules to Ensure Sustainable Livelihood
Security for the Peasants of Disadvantaged Districts of Madhya Pradesh
(JNKVV, Jabalpur)
2
12 Multi Enterprise Farming Models to Address the Agrarian Crisis of
Wayanad District of Kerala
1
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13 Livelihood Security through Resource and Entrepreneurship
Management in Bidar District (Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bidar, UAS
Dharwad,)
1
14 Sustainable Rural Livelihood Empowerment Project for Northern
Disadvantaged Districts of West Bengal (UBKV, WB)
2
15 Enhancement of Livelihood Security through Sustainable Farming
Systems and Related Farm Enterprises in North-West Himalaya
(VPKAS., Almora)
6
16 Improving rural livelihood security through sustainable integrated
farming system model and allied enterprises in Bastar region of
Chhattisgarh – (IGKV), Jagdalpur
11
17 Livelihood Improvement and Empowerment of Rural Poor through
Sustainable Farming Systems in N.E. India - ICAR Research
Complex for NEH Region, Umroi Road, Umiam, Barapani,
Meghalaya
0
18 Sustainable Farming System to Enhance and Ensure Livelihood Security
of Poor in Purulia, Bankura and West Midnapore Districts of West Bengal
-
BCKV
0
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) / Consortium Monitoring Unit (CMU)
M & E / CMU offices in the consortium is responsible for the following activities
Preparing an M&E work plan and budget;
Preparing half yearly and annual reports;
Undertaking regular field trips to introduce and document key M&E practices;
Preparing and submitting half yearly and annual monitoring and supervision reports;
Planning and developing PME related training programs;
Designing and conducting M&E exposure sessions;
Assisting the consortium leader in all matters relating to M&E planning; and
Supporting and assisting in World Bank and NAIP supervision visits.
To discharge the responsibilities CMU units at the consortia level are meeting regularly as per need of
the sub-projects. A total of 33 CMU meetings have been held during the period for 18 sub-projects.
The following activities have been undertaken by the consortia at the CMU meetings:
Progress on Baseline Survey
Conducting welfare camps in the operational area
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Organizing Short Term Trainings Programmes
Organizing Exposure Visits to Kisan/ Pashu Mela and Dairy Show
Documentation on different activities in the selected villages of the operational area
Preparation and finalization of M & E Frame Work
Preparation of agenda for CAC, CIC meetings
Table 3.45: Details of meetings by the Consortium Monitoring Unit at the Consortium
level of Component-3
Sl.
No.
Name of the Consortium No. of CMU
meetings
1 Sustainable rural livelihoods through enhanced farming system
productivity and efficient support systems in rain-fed areas
(CRIDA, Hyderabad)
1
2 Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security in Backward Districts of
Maharashtra (BAIF, Pune)4
3 Livelihood and Nutritional Security of Tribal Dominated Areas
through Integrated Farming System and Technology Models
(MPUAT, Udaipur)
3
4 Developing Sustainable farming system models for prioritized
micro watersheds in rainfed areas of Jharkhand (BAU, Ranchi)1
5 Farming systems for livelihood security of small and marginal
farmers in disadvantaged districts of Tamil Nadu (Annamalai
University, Annamalainagar)
1
6 Integrated Project for Research on Development Process and
Sustainability of Livelihood in Selected Disadvantaged Districts of
Gujarat State. (SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar)
1
7 Livelihood Promotion through Integrated Farming System in
Assam (AAU, Jorhat)2
8 Goat husbandry based integrated approach for livelihood security
in disadvantaged districts of Bundelkhand region (CIGR
Makhdoom, Mathura)
1
9 Improvement in livelihood security of rural people living in
disadvantaged districts of Uttar Pradesh through diversification in
agriculture (CSAUA&T, Kanpur)
2
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10 Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood
Security in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab (GADVASU,
Ludhiana)
2
11 Integrated Farming System Modules to Ensure Sustainable
Livelihood Security for the Peasants of Disadvantaged Districts of
Madhya Pradesh (JNKVV, Jabalpur)
2
12 Multi Enterprise Farming Models to Address the Agrarian Crisis of
Wayanad District of Kerala1
13 Livelihood Security through Resource and Entrepreneurship
Management in Bidar District (Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bidar,
UAS Dharwad,)
1
14 Sustainable Rural Livelihood Empowerment Project for Northern
Disadvantaged Districts of West Bengal (UBKV, WB)3
15 Enhancement of Livelihood Security through Sustainable Farming
Systems and Related Farm Enterprises in North-West Himalaya
(VPKAS, Almora)
5
16 Improving rural livelihood security through sustainable integrated
farming system model and allied enterprises in Bastar region of
Chhattisgarh – (IGKV), Jagdalpur
0
17 Livelihood Improvement and Empowerment of Rural Poor
through Sustainable Farming Systems in N.E. India - ICAR
Research Complex for NEH Region, Umroi Road, Umiam,
Barapani, Meghalaya
2
18 Sustainable Farming System to Enhance and Ensure Livelihood
Security of Poor in Purulia, Bankura and West Midnapore Districts
of West Bengal -
BCKV1
Experience of PIU interaction with consortia
Technical
It is realized that component 3 are non-conventional to the researchers and research
managers and therefore require continuous dialogue, discussion and learning to realize the
spirit, philosophy and expected outcome from them. Deeper understanding requires
continuous interaction with the consortia towards contribution to quicker and good progress.
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The organization of Science is quickly changing, and the research organizations Consortia
should learn variety of skills besides scientific skills to address the problems in totality. PRA
exercises for social mobilization in the operational area is one of the new skills being adopted
by the consortia.
Each consortium is unique in nature. Thus, there is a great scope for comparison and
learning. This opportunity has been capitalized and shared continuously through workshops,
meetings, site visits etc.
Procurement
The consortia are not well versed with the procurement procedures, because the subject is
mostly new to the consortia. To enhance the process of procuring
goods/materials/equipments etc. training are being imparted to the scientists at the PIU
level.
Financial
The consortia are not acquainted with the financial systems. This item need to be
strengthened by imparting training to the scientist on the financial management of NAIP
pertaining to the subjects of maintenance of records, incurring of expenditure, submission of
SOE’s/AUC’s/Annual Account Audit Requirement (both internal and external) and other points
relating to financial governance. To strengthen the sector trainings are being imparted to the
consortia by PIU as per FM Training Plan (2008-2009).
Other relevant aspects
The principal lessons learned from the NAIP project (Component – 3) as a whole and from sharing
experiences with the consortia are:
Sustainability: Establish community based organizations and make them responsible for
identification, planning, implementation and post project operation and maintenance. The
local organizations should be linked to local level institutions for operation and maintenance
beyond the project.
Inter Agency Linkage: To realize the full potential of the project intervention, a mechanism
to obtain linkages and coordination between various departments of agriculture, horticulture,
research, extension, and livestock is crucial. Good and relevant research is often unavailable
to the target group due to inadequate extension or lack of community needs assessment.
Achievements
Number of consortia approved
Up to Call-3, 33 consortia have been approved (excluding 3 GEF projects)
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Number of consortia operationalized as of April 30, 2009 (i.e. funds released)
23 nos. of consortia (Call-1 and Call-2)
Number of websites/web pages developed
Table 3.46: Details of Web sites of some sub projects/consortia under Component-3
Title of Sub Projects Website ID
Enhancement of Livelihood Security through
Sustainable Farming Systems and Related Farm
Enterprises in North-West Himalaya (VPKAS,
Almora)
http://www.vpkas.nic.in
Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security in Backward
Districts of Maharashtra (BAIF Pune)
http://www.baif.org.in
Sustainable rural livelihoods through enhanced
farming system productivity and efficient support
systems in rainfed areas. (CRIDA, Hyderabad)
http://www.crida.ernet.in/naip/naip.html
Sustainable Livelihood Improvement through Need
Based Integrated Farming System Models in
Disadvantaged Districts of Bihar (ICAR RC for ER,
Patna)
http://www.icarrcer.org/sponsor/naip.pdf
Integrated Project for Research on Development
Process and Sustainability of Livelihood in
Disadvantaged Districts of Gujarat State (SDAU,
Gujarat)
http://www.sdau.edu.in
Farming Systems for Livelihood Security of Small
and Marginal Farmers in Disadvantaged Districts of
Tamilnadu.( Annamalai University)
http://annamalaiuniversity.ac.in
Sustainable Farming System to Enhance and to
Ensure Livelihood Security of Poor in Purulia,
Bankura and West Midnapore Districts of West
Bengal ( BCKVV, WB)
http://www.bckv.edu.in
Goat husbandry based integrated approach for
livelihood security in disadvantaged districts of
Bundelkhand region(CIRG, Mathura)
http://www.cirg.res.in
The websites/webpages of remaining consortia are being developed.
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Describe compliance with environmental and social safeguards with special focus on
poor and disadvantaged groups like women, small and marginal farmers
The project interventions are likely to contribute to reasonable environmental conservation and
enhancement, and improve the productivity of land under different primary production system. Some
of the sub-projects would treat and protect the watersheds from further degradation as well as
rehabilitate and upgrade existing infrastructures. The primary assessment reveals that the beneficial
impact of the sub-projects, both social as well as environmental, are significant and the overall
quality of the life in the region can be improved by the sub-projects. However, there could be
marginal negative impact due to increased application of fertilizers and pesticides. The proposed
management and mitigation measures are provided in the activities and the integrated pest
management plan (wherever applicable) are being taken up.
Financial management aspects
The poor utilization of fund is of major concern. However, with better understanding of financial
procedures through our training progrmmes, this is expected to improve. It is also proposed that we
may release funds by 30th April and 31st October so that activities of the crop season do not suffer.
Procurement aspects
The Procurement process of the World Bank is at variance with the system followed in different
organizations particularly SAUs. However, after training programmes and number of clarifications the
partners institutions are slowly geared up for procurement of different items. Under component 3 the
problem of getting quality raw material like seed, chemicals etc in time at the farmers field is also a
constraint. However, this is being addressed by NGOs and other partners.
Monitoring and evaluation activities
Monitoring and Evaluation activities have been undertaken both at the consortia level and at National
Level. At consortia level, these activities are being undertaken by Consortium Monitoring Unit (CMU)
and monitoring effectiveness of implementation and adherences to the agreed objectives, outcomes
and impacts etc. are being looked by CAC and CIC. At National Level Project M & E Consultant
undertakes such activities. The details are as under
At Consortia Level:
No. of consortia Committees No. of meetings
18
(23)
CAC 26
CIC 49
CMU 33
Figures in parentheses indicate total number of sub-projects approved under call 1 and call 2.
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At National Level:
Project M&E Consultant undertakes the M & E activities by way of conducting workshops and
consortia visits. The details are as under:
Activities Nos.
Workshop 2
Consortia visits 18
One day workshop was organized on the occasion of each consortia visit. These workshops have
been attended by C-PI, Co-PIs and all the staff. Often Project leaders also joined the workshops.
Main findings of the consortia visits are as under:
M&E Framework: The M&E Consultants discussed in detail about the M & E Framework with
the CPI and consortia partners and emphasized to align the
activities/deliverables/output/outcomes with the objectives of the project.
Output and Outcome Variables: A handout of M&E Framework was distributed to the
participants of the workshop during the consortia visit. The consortia identified output and
outcome variables as per M & E Result Framework. Eighteen consortia have finalized the M & E
Framework and they are ready to use PMTS.
Functioning of CAC/CIC/CMU: At all the consortia visited by the M&E team, CAC and CIC
have started functioning. CMUs in 18 consortia are operational.
Baseline Survey Report: M&E Team has shared the template for baseline survey with all the
consortia and requested them to conduct only sample survey and make the presentation in the
format given in the template within the first six months from the date of Launch workshop.
Baseline Survey Reports for 3 consortia have been submitted to PIU. Preparation of Baseline
Survey Reports for other consortia is in the process.
Environmental and Safeguards: The consortia have aligned E & S issues with possible listed
issues approved by PIU and the Bank. However, no report has been generated as yet. They are
in the process of generating data for the purpose.
PMTS: Login User-ID and Password have been released to C-PI to operate PMTS. One model
PMTS has been uploaded in the NAIP website. Most of the consortia are in the process of using
PMTS. M&E consultants are in constant touch with the consortia and do the problem solving in
using the PMTS.
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Documentation of success stories: M & E has requested each consortium to document the
success stories of their interventions and share the same with the PIU and also on their own
websites, if they have one.
The consortia visit reports have been shared with the PIU for necessary action on problems faced by
the consortia in the implementation of the project.
Organization of Component Workshop (participants, key issues affecting
implementation, possible solutions, etc.)
Component workshop will be held on 01.06.2009 and 02.06.2009 at CIAE, Bhopal.
Any other aspects: Nil
Highlights of technical achievements
Sustainable rural livelihoods through enhanced farming system productivity and efficient support
systems in rain-fed areas (CRIDA, Hyderabad)
A total of 4967 households were covered across all the clusters with interventions in the areas of
productivity improvement, natural resource management, horticulture and post-harvest value
addition, livestock, and institutions and capacity building.
Replacement of local and non-descript varieties with 16 high yielding varieties covering 8 crops
spread over 300 ha. This generated an additional return of Rs.16.00 lakhs at an average of
Rs.5,400/ha.
The success of zero till maize was up scaled from one farmer in rabi 2007 to 18 farmers in rabi
2008. This enabled water saving by 150 cu m/ha in Warangal cluster and enhanced water
productivity. A convergence model was tried including district development agency farmers PRI’s
to harvest rainwater on individual farms to generate additional income through drought proofing
and increasing Cropping intensity.
Through various NRM interventions additional rainwater storage capacity of over 10000 cu m was
created across the clusters. This generated an additional 17500 man-days employment besides
benefiting 473 farmers for tiding over midterm droughts.
Under the livestock interventions, over 18000 animals were attended to for diagnosis and
treatment through animal health camps and prophylaxis campaigns through paravets trained
from same villages.
Under the capacity building programme 100 women (60 in vermi composting, 40 in value addition
to groundnut), and 45 youth were trained in off- farm skills.
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Sustainable Rural Livelihood Security in Backward Districts of Maharashtra (BAIF, Pune)
Total villages covered: 139, core villages: 74. All participants are trained in their respective
technological intervention through small meetings, field days and exposure visits.
Improved package of production and protection including high yielding varieties of seeds,
fertilizers and pesticides as well as management practices gave good results in terms of increased
farm yield of participants.
Innovations such as cultivation of medicinal plants, tasar as well as lac culture has been initiated.
The tasar activity was successful this year as more than 1 lakh cocoons have been harvested.
243 trees are covered under lac culture.
People’s organizations: All the participants have been organized in primary groups. These are
mainly common intervention groups. Total groups formed are 383. At 30 villages second tear
institution i. e. village committees have been set up. Women’s participation is good and efforts
are on for their more meaningful participation in people’s institutes
Livelihood and Nutritional Security of Tribal Dominated Areas through Integrated Farming System and
Technology Models (MPUA&T, Udaipur)
Seed replacement of field crops in 3870 ha area, benefiting 15644 farm families.
Introduced vegetable cultivation in 354.67 ha with 3387 farm families.
Provided 124 Sirohi breeding bucks for breed improvement of goats and 602 progenies are visible
in the area.
Introduced 1070 units of backyard poultry and families earned an average Rs. 2470/- per unit.
For increasing water use efficiency provided 206459 meters of HDPE pipes to the 1632 Farm
families, thereby increasing 718 ha irrigated area.
Storage potential of 10126 q grains created by providing 5063 G.I storage bins in the project
area.
Developing Sustainable farming system models for prioritized micro watersheds in rainfed areas
(BAU, Ranchi)
Base line survey: Base line survey in all four selected micro watersheds has been completed
and report submitted.
Demonstration on improved vegetable production indicated an yield increase of 28.48 to 64.10%
for different vegetables in comparison to local varieties.
A total of 108 ha area was covered on 2700 farmers plot for crop demonstrations on maize,
wheat, chickpea, bengal gram, paddy etc. A substantial increase in yield was reported.
Soil samples from farmers’ field were analyzed for pH variation, pH of the selected micro
watershed areas ranges from 3.85 to 7.39, but more than 60 % samples have pH less than 5.5
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under different land situations.
110 soil health cards were made for different land situations (upland, medium land and low land)
on the basis of soil analysis for pH, organic carbon, phosphorus, potash and boron and
distributed to the farmers along with recommendation of fertilizers for different crops.
123 water harvesting structures i.e. ditches and ponds were constructed or renovated in selected
watershed areas which covers about 50.32 ha land for irrigation and 214 households are
benefited by it.
Community animal health care were organized in the targeted area under which 1763 animals
(119 cows,25 buffalos,487 goats, 77 sheeps, 465 pigs and 890 poultries) were treated/prevented
from diseases under NAIP villages.
5820 cattles, buffalo, sheeps, goats and pigs of 964 households were vaccinated for prevention/
treatment from diseases. 1216 cattles / buffaos were vaccinated with FMD, 1683 cattles were
vaccinated with HS& BQ, 1369 sheeps/ goats were vaccinated with PPR, 196 sheeps/goats were
vaccinated with enterotoxine, 95 pigs were vaccinated with FMD and 297 pigs pigs were
vaccinated with swine fever vaccine.
500 kg of rangeeni brood lac were inoculated during rainy season of 2008-09 on 576 palas trees
of 59 households of the selected watershed areas.
230.00 kg brood lac was produced from 439 trees with lac insect of 45 beneficiaries and provides
additional income of Rs 11,100.00 (Rs.247.00/ beneficiaries).
1187 palas trees of 57 beneficiaries were inoculated with 700.00 kg of summer season rangeeni
brood lac.
2,84,750 fish seeds were stocked and 3000 kg of lime were applied in 86 ponds having area
10.360 ha for composite fish culture. 82 households of the selected watershed areas were
benefited by it. 157 ducklings were supplied in the selected watershed areas. Nine households
were benefited by it.
Total 37 trainings and 15 exposure visits were conducted and 3642 participants were of selected
watershed areas of NAIP were benefited by it.
Farming systems for livelihood security of small and marginal farmers in disadvantaged districts of
Tamil Nadu (Annamalai University, Annamalainagar)
Procurement of all equipments completed.
Conducted Two CAC Meetings and 8 CIC meetings.
Conducted 5 out reach programmes involving Line Department Executives and Farmers.
Integrated Rice+Fish+Poultry farming demonstrated in 100 rice fields.
Poultry cages and fish trenches installed permanently in 400 rice fields in the target area.
One thousand goats supplied to 500 rainfed farmers spread over five rainfed upland clusters for
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integration in Goat+Crop farming.
Integrated Project for Research on Development Process and Sustainability of Livelihood in Selected
Disadvantaged Districts of Gujarat State (SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar)
Base line survey has been completed and technological interventions have been finalized based
on survey
HYV of different crops (castor, maize, mustard, what and pigionpea) Crop demonstrations were
introduced in 1600 ha across all the clusters. The yield was reported to be 27 to 53% higher in
comparison to local practice.
Due to introduction of improved varieties of vegetable seed the Beneficiary farmer’s income has
increased to the tune of 28 to 117 percent as compared to field crops. Other farmers have been
motivated and a great demand is generated.
An area of 20 ha covering 30 farmers was leveled using laser leveler.
Other interventions included drip irrigation (18 farmers), vermicompost (43 farmers),
afforestation (500 plants).
36 SHG have been formed across all the clusters.
Livelihood Promotion through Integrated Farming System in Assam AAU, Jorhat
Detail baseline survey in progress
Organised 4 awareness camps for 650 participants.
Organised 6 trainings covering 360 farmers in all for operationalization of module I ( Rice – fish –
vegetabl)e and II ( Fiash – Livestock –Vegtabels).
11 SHGs formed
3 CRC established
Goat husbandry based integrated approach for livelihood security in disadvantaged districts of
Bundelkhand region (CIRG, Mathura)
16 villages Identified for baseline Survey
70 animals recovered from disease, 50 farmers benefited
Improvement in livelihood security of rural people living in disadvantaged districts of Uttar Pradesh
through diversification in agriculture (CSAUA&T, Kanpur)
Seed production of improved wheat varieties in 20 ha and black gram and green gram in
progress 17 ha.
70 SHG formation
Baseline survey in all 21 villages has been completed and data compilation is in progress
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Trainings on mass awareness, peoples’ participation, soil and water management, SHG formation,
entrepreneurship, etc. have been conducted in all the clusters.
Exposure visits of the farmers (including women) in developed watersheds, successfully running
SHGs, Animal Husbandry and dairy development in Veterinary Institutes and Goat Research
Institute for goat rearing, recognized medicinal and aromatic plant Institutes, and farms of the
exemplary progressive farmers
Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood Security in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab
(GADVASU, Ludhiana)
One introductory training exclusively for women on production of local products on small scale
was organized.
Three guided visits to Pashu mela/Dairy show were organized.
Integrated Farming System Modules to Ensure Sustainable Livelihood Security for the Peasants of
Disadvantaged Districts of Madhya Pradesh (JNKVV, Jabalpur)
Selection of villages and beneficiaries was done.
The transfer of technology about rabi crops and promotion of recent varieties in cluster was
undertaken.
Farmers were apprised of Low input technology especially IPNM and IPM practices through
demonstrations.
Land and water development activities were initiated.
Lac cultivation started in Betul and Mandla districts.
Multi Enterprise Farming Models to Address the Agrarian Crisis of Wayanad District of Kerala (KAU
Wayanad, Kerala)
Initiated Baseline survey and selection of beneficiaries
Identified locations/ plots for implementing various components, demonstration and formation of
SHG’s
Formed 8 farmer groups for organic farming
Livelihood Security through Resource and Entrepreneurship Management in Bidar District (UAS
Dharwad)
Conducted participatory rural appraisal in all the 24 villages of the project area
Conducted animal health camps cum awareness camps in 24 villages.
Formation of 24 village level co-ordination committees and 1200 beneficiaries selected with
defined criteria for five livelihoods
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Establishment of fodder demonstration plots.
Conducted 2 orientation workshops for 120 coordination committee members of the project area.
A total of 600 beneficiaries trained under Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) in
dairy and goat rearing.
60 Commodity interest groups formation for different livelihoods
Introduction of Osmanabadi breed of goats to 240 farmers in the project area
Sustainable Rural Livelihood Empowerment Project for Northern Disadvantaged Districts of West
Bengal (UBKV, WB)
Conducted orientation meeting with the Stakeholder for action plan development & formation of
CRPG & other institutional arrangements.
Development of protocol for data collection through house hold survey been done.
Selection of beneficiaries in four clusters has been completed.
Development of software for fine tuning baseline information is in progress.
Development of natural resource digital database for preparing topography & GPS mapping has
been initiated.
Capacity development for CRPGs in Zero tillage technology of wheat cultivation, integrated
farming backward poultry management, bee keeping, goatery, better space management for
horticultural crops, techniques of integrated paste management formation of Self Help Group
(SHG).
Conducted FLDs on resource conservation technology in wheat crop, back-yard poultry and
goatery management, improved summer vegetable cultivation, improved jute cultivation and bio-
fertilizer production.
Conducted of multiplication trial on bio-fertilizer, demonstration of vermicomposting production
technique under bio-production input.
Publication of leaflets and brochure in local language.
Collection of soil samples for its analysis to support nutritional status based crop schedule.
Enhancement of Livelihood Security through Sustainable Farming Systems and Related Farm
Enterprises in North-West Himalaya (VPKAS, Almora)
Farming system approach did reform the entire gamut of hill farming.
Lot of surplus production of farm commodities has resulted with the efforts.
Drudgery reduction to women folks as well as men folks to a great extent.
Environmental development has taken place due to MAP’s fruits and fodder plantation, with lot of
aforestation, soil & water conservation and more use of organic methods of agriculture.
Organized processing, marketing and allied agriculture activities resulted in employment and
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income generation.
Improving rural livelihood security through sustainable integrated farming system model and allied
enterprises in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh (IGKV, Jagdalpur)
Village (participation of 1303 framers in 19 village) & family (interviewing 2875 farmers) baseline
is prepared, & site specific plan is developed for all clusters.
Technology package for important crops was tested in 1063 ha with 2476 numbers with 90 to
280 % productivity increase over current practices. Seed production of
Improved varieties of major crops was undertaken to ensure availability of quality seeds.
Soil conservation and rain water harvesting structures were constructed in 184 numbers
benefiting 390 ha area and 658 farmers to reduce risk of drought and increase cropping
intensity. Infrastructure for vermi-composting (117 nos), biogas (19 nos) were established
Activities for income & employment generation were started by forming 10 SHGs of 181 farmers
for tamarind cake, one SHG of 20 farmers for cashew processing, 5 SHGs of 36 farmers for
mushroom production and processing, two SHGs of 29 framers for silk production, 24 groups of
179 framers on vermin-composting, two SHGs of 20 farmers for value addition in mango, and
296 framers were organized for lac cultivation.
In order to ensure sustainability capacity building through trainings (67 nos) and exposure visits
(4 nos) involving 3714 number of farmers and local institutions (42 SHGs) were formed. Linkage/
synergy with financial / developmental departments (NABARD, Jila Panchayat, NHM, and line
departments) were established. The clusters selected in NAIP are included under NHM from 2009
onwards. Synergy in vermicomposting, wells, pumps and drip is established. Support of Rs 72
lacs was sanctioned for establishment of three seed production cooperative societies from Jila
Panchayat, Jagdalpur during 09-10.
Livelihood Improvement and Empowerment of Rural Poor through Sustainable Farming Systems in
N.E. India - ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umroi Road, Umiam, Barapani,
Meghalaya
Facilitation for establishment of ICRI modified curing system (30nos). 5096 Kg raw cardamom
cured in ICRI Modified curing houses (1496 kg dry obtained) by 37 farmers.
Model farm set up at the project site.
Establishment of piggery and poultry units
Construction of biogas plant
Distribution of worms for vermin-compost and establishment of vermin-compost units
Fingerlings supplied to farmers – scientific fish farming technology taught to farmers
Collection of data from selected village clusters for study of socio-economic status of the project
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has been completed and digitization of data is in progress.
The number of formation of new women Self Help Groups (SHGs) has been increased so as to
generate income for their livelihood.
Soil testing has been done to analyze the status of soil and check the pH content and
sensitization on acidic soil treatment through lime application given to farmers.
Adopted new technology for rice cultivation through SRI method on the model farms and
transferred the technology to the farmers.
Developed Integrated Farming system models and awareness have been given to the farmers by
demonstrating in the field.
Models of Alder based cropping system, tuber based mixed cropping system and other agro
forestry models have been developed in different selected clusters.
Intervention towards water conservation and assured irrigation through source modification and
establishment of plastic lined water tank.
Scientific rearing of pigs, poultry, goats etc. has been introduced in different areas of the project.
The number of trainings and field demonstrations under different activities such as bee keeping
mushroom cultivation, Scientific composite fish farming, Cardamom production and processing,
poultry farming, scientific pig rearing, weaving, stitching etc. has been increased.
Initiated to increase the cropping intensity and facilitated to shift the trend from small scale
household food production to community based production through adoption of scientific method
of vegetable cultivation and supply of quality inputs.
Pond renovation, land and water development activity, purchase of farm inputs etc. have also
been completed
Sustainable Farming System to Enhance and Ensure Livelihood Security of Poor in Purulia, Bankura
and West Midnapore Districts of West Bengal - BCKV
Institutional and operational structure, system and processes are well placed and functional
438 farmers have been included in the project through 21 farmers groups.
558 farmers have been trained in improved method of cultivation in Groundnut, Paddy, Sesame,
Cashew
New technology in Rice production i.e. System of Rice Intensification have been successfully
demonstrated with 19 farmers on 8 acres of land.
128 farmers taking groundnut crops with new practices on 45 acres and 327 farmers are taking
sesame crop on 136 Acres of Land
From day one of inception of the project farmers are contributing to the cluster for its
sustainability
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Overall assessment of achievement of deliverables by the consortia vis-à-vis targets
Overall assessment of achievement of deliverables by the consortia (16 nos.) has been presented
below:
Up-scaling Integrated Farming System Models are being tested by 4 consortia at the operational
area. 2400 landless labourers have been trained for technological interventions like Vermi
Compost, Mushroom production and Fish culture
Integrated Nutrient Management and Integrated Pest Management are being adopted in nearly
1600 ha areas along with Farm Mechanization Practices
800 farmers are to be trained for processing and value addition in the farm products. Planning for
imparting training has been made.
Nutritional status of the community in 24 villages has been conducted
An innovative seed production technology has been initiated in 20 ha under improved wheat
variety and 17 ha under summer green gram and black gram. This production technology shows
that the standing crop is superior to that sown traditionally by the farmers
Production of milk has been increased by 35 % by adopting De-worming and mineral mixture
programme
Zero-tillage technology has reduced the soil moisture loss in 50 ha of land
Promotion of Biological Pest Management to 3300 beneficiaries to increase crop yields. Crop
yields have been increased by i) Cotton – 126.41 % ii) Soyabean – 29% iii) Jowar – 243% and
iv) Paddy – 81.1%
Efforts for mobilization of social groups
The approved sub-projects of selected districts and watershed focuses on vulnerable populations in
the operational areas that give benefit to the poorest segment of the population. To initiate the
process the sub-project has established beneficiaries group for income generating activities, providing
training and skills development programmes, promoting awareness and developing close links with
the state’s other ongoing gender related poverty alleviation and social programmes. To achieve these
goals provision of funds have been kept for social mobilization and institution building activities
designed to facilitate local communities to plan and implement investment activities starting with
project information dissemination, carrying out PRAs, social and resource mapping, analyzing gaps,
evolving potential solutions, village transects and evolving development plan.
Critical assessment of support to small and marginal farmers, women, and the very
disadvantaged and remote areas
On Farm Demonstrations / adopted trials on arable lands is being taken up for promoting the
adoption of improved farming practices in a range of crops. Horticultural crops have considerable
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potential for expansion in the operational area, both as a replacement for annual cropping on
marginal area and also as an appropriate enterprise in better arable areas. Site specific on-farm
experiment / demonstration have been carried out to fill the technology gaps based on Participatory
Rural Appraisal and diagnostic survey.
Assessment of improving access to technology and inputs
In general, for the project farmers, timely inputs (quantity and quality) has been ensured.
Performance indicators
Inputs
Table 3.47: Financial management aspects of approved consortia under Component-3
Rs. MillionPercentage of sanctioned
component budget
Component 3 budget as
per PAD
Sanctioned component 3
budget
Expenditure up to March
31, 2009
Number of SOEs received
for expenditures incurred
up to March 31, 2009
3493.30
2659.24
187.90
--
76.10
7.10
(b) Progress of procurement of equipment, goods, works and consultancies
Reported under procurement section of the report.
Outputs/Outcomes
Table 3.48: Performance indicators for the Component-3
Indicator As of April 30, 2009
Number of consortia formed under the component
Number of consortium developed technologies
made available in disadvantaged areas
Number of improved technologies adopted in
disadvantaged areas
33+3
nil
100*
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Number of farmers using NAIP technologies in
disadvantaged areas
Increase in agriculture services and processing
enterprises in project areas
Increase in agriculture-based employment in
participating farming households
Number of farmer groups involved in project
component activities
30,000**
Nil
Nil
500**
*Includes introduction of improved crop varieties, vegetable, horticulture crops, micro irrigation,
RCT, improved livestock breeds, poultry, aquaculture, INM, IPM, value addition etc.
** Estimated
3.2.4 Component 4: Basic and Strategic Research in Frontier areas of Agricultural Sciences
Introduction
The sub-projects under this component aim to enhance capacity and help the extended NARS attain
excellence in basic and strategic research in the frontier areas of agricultural sciences through
innovations and collaboration. Sixty sub-projects have been approved under this component through
the competitive mode with a budget of Rs 2470.23 million and one sponsored mode with a budget of
Rs 571.32 million.
Identification of priority themes for inviting concept notes
A list of broad priority areas was prepared based on brain storming of involving highly reputed
scientists from India and abroad for the first call (Annexure-3.5). Based on experience with the first
call and a further brain storming involving a large no. of scientists and science managers from inside
and outside the NARS, a detailed list of thrust areas were identified so that a comprehensive direction
and base could be developed for supporting the complex technology development needs of Indian
agriculture. This list was adopted for both Calls 2 & 3 with only two minor differences (Annexure-
3.5).
Processing of concept notes and full proposals
Submission of concept notes
A total of 159 and 191 concept notes were received under Call-2 and Call-3 respectively.
Describe the process for reviewing concept notes and full proposals
Stakeholders’ workshops were conducted for Call-2 and for Call-3 in which the proponents of selected
CNs participated along with invited peer experts and the NC. Based on thorough and intense
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discussions the basic outlines of full proposals were developed. That is why the success rate of finally
approved proposals out of selected CNs was 69% in the second call and 91% in the third call.
Further, no proposal selected by the TAG/Expert committee was rejected by the RPC and PMC. The
expert committees/TAG/RPC and the National Coordinator took a guiding role rather that of only
selection role, in developing all aspects of the full proposal preparation and selection.
How did the peer review process work
Peer review process was adopted in Call-1 only. Whole process was delayed because of non
responsiveness or delayed response of the peer reviewers. It was also very difficult to look for a large
number of specialist reviewers. Whereas, the expert committees had the advantage of putting heads
together to decide about concept notes, therefore in the second and third calls the percent success of
CNs submitted was higher (19% and 18% respectively in comparison to 9% in the first call)
Summary of processing of concept notes and full proposals
Under Call-2, 159 concept notes were received, out of which 30 CNs were selected for full proposals
development and finally 20 were approved by the RPC and PMC as sub-projects. Under Call-3, 191
CNs were received and finally 29 Concept notes were approved. One mega sub-project was approved
for funding in sponsor mode. Call-wise details of CNs received and approved have been depicted in
Table 3.49.
Anything else
Partnership and collaborations have been achieved well and as expected. For the consortia approved
through competition, 31.7% (with 32% of funds) of consortia leaders are from outside the ICAR/SAU
system. A good success considering that the sub-projects are all for basic research for agricultures
and a large number of research institutions outside the NARS are collaborating.
Table 3.49: Details of processing of consortia proposals under different Calls of
Component-4 under NAIP
Call No.
Number of
Concept NotesNumber of Full Proposals Average
time taken
to complete
the process
(months)*
Total
sanctioned
budget
(Rs. Lakh)Receive
d
Approve
d
Receive
d
Approved by
TAG/Exper
t
Committee
RPCPM
C
1
2
145
159
13
30
13
29**
11
20
11
20
11
20
12
8
745.51
773.18
128
3
Sponsored
Mode
191
1
35
1
32#
1
30
1
29
1
29
1
7
3
951.53
571.32
Total 496 79 76 62 61 61 7.5 3041.55
* From the last date for receipt of concept notes to issuing of sanction letter
** Two CNs were merged into one,
# Two and two CNs were merged to get the two full research proposals
Summary of approved consortia
Table 3.50: Summary table for number of consortia and amount sanctioned under NAIP
Component No. of
Consortia
Number of Participating Institutes Amount
Sanctioned
(Rs. Million)As Consortia
Leader
As Consortia
Partner
Total
Number
4 61 61 193 254 3041.550636
Table 3.51: Distribution of consortia partners under Component 4
Institute Group
Number of Institutes
Total No.Consortia Leader
Consortia
Partner
ICAR Institutes
SAUs/CAUs
International Institutes
Central Institutes*
State Institutes
Private Sector
Organizations/Institutes/Universities
Other Universities
NGOs
Other Institutes/Organizations
36 (1 sponsored)
6
1
11
0
1
5
-
1
102
47
-
19
4
10
10
-
1
138
53
1
30
4
11
15
-
2
Total 61 193 254
* Includes all institutes like IITs, IIMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
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Table 3.52: Allocation of NAIP funds (Rs. Million) to different groups of institutes
under Component 4
Institute Group Amount sanctioned
(Rs. Million)
Percentage of total
Component 4 funds
sanctioned to consortia
ICAR Institutes*
SAUs/CAUs*
International Institutes
Central Institutes**
State Institutes
Private Sector Organizations/
Institutes/ Universities
Other Universities
NGOs
Other Institutes/
Organizations
1863.405366
386.818290
50.577000
437.858865
20.975480
94.753980
173.118350
-
14.043000
61.3
12.7
1.7
14.4
0.7
3.1
5.6
-
0.5
Total 3041.550636 100.0
* The total proportion for ICAR and SAUs is 74% but for the 60 competitive mode sub-projects the
proportion is 68%.
** Includes all institutes like IITs, IIMs, CSIR institutes and other government institutes.
Operationalization of consortia
The 11 sub-projects sanctioned under Call-1 have been making satisfactory progress in terms of their
physical, financial and technical achievements. The twenty sub-projects under and Call-2 are also
operational and have started contributing to their technical targets. A large number of consortia
under Call-3 have started their work and sixteen have been formally launched so far. The progress
made by 31 consortia under Call-1 and Call-2 is summarized in section 6.
CAC, CIC and M&E/ CMU
The meetings of CAC and CIC are being held almost regularly by most of the sub-projects and not so
regularly by a few after the formal launching of sub-projects under Call-1 and Call-2. It has been
decided that there will be no separate CMU for the component-4 (First Annual Workshop of
Component - 4 of NAIP at IVRI, Izatnagar on April 14-15, 2009). The CIC itself will assume the
responsibility of CMU. The details of meetings of CAC and CIC along with the launch Workshops are
tabulated below:
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Table 3.53: CAC and CIC meetings of Component-4
S. No. Sub-projectLaunch
WokshopCIC meetings CAC meetings
1 Arsenic in Food-Chain: Cause, Effect
and Mitigation
01.02.2008 05.05.2008,
20.10.2008 and
14.01.2009
21.06.2008 and
27.03.2009 to
28.03.2009
2 Unraveling molecular processes
involved in adventive polyembryony
towards genetic engineering for
fixation of heterosis
21.08.2007 27.5.2008 and
17.2.2009
27.5.2008,
27.11.2008,
7.1.2009
3 Genomics of cotton boll and fibre
development
08.03.2008 31.01.2008,
08.03.2008,
20.09.2008 and
15.12.2008
08.03.2008
4 Identification of Quantitative Trait
Loci for milk yield, fat and protein
percent in buffaloes
05.04.2008 25.02.2008,
02.05.2008,
24.07.2008,
and 06-
7th.01.2009
05.04.2008 &
04.10.2008
5 Allele Mining and Expression Profiling
of Resistance- and Avirulence- genes
in Rice-Blast Pathosystem for
Development of Race Non-Specific
Disease Resistance
27.05.2008 26.05.2008,
27.11.2008,
and 07.01.2009
27.05.2008 &
28.02.2009
6 Development of Biosensor and Micro-
Techniques for Analysis of Pesticide
Residues, Aflatoxin, Heavy Metals and
Bacterial Contamination in Milk
27.06.2008 25.06.2008 and
06.10.2008
26.06.2008
7 Understanding plant-nematode
interactions using RNAi
20.08.2008 19.08.2008 and
28.01.2009
20.08.2008
8 Development of Non-destructive
Systems for Evaluation of
Microbial and Physico-chemical
Quality Parameters of Mango
29.03.2008 27.06.2008
30.08.2008
05.12.2008
05.02.2009
29.03.2008,
31.08.2008 and
06.02.2008
9 Molecular tools for exploitation of 17.06.2008 16.06.2008 17.06.2008
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heterosis, yield and oil quality in
sesame
10 Design and Development of Rubber
Dams for Watersheds
01.03.2008 23.02.2008,
26.05.2008,
03.10.2008 &
06.02.2009
01.03.2008 &
14.08.2008
11 Elucidating the physiological and
genomic regulation process of
follicular development, oocyte
maturation and embryogenesis in
buffalo
24.06.2008 23.06.2008 and
05.02.2009
12 Development of Wireless Sensor
Network for Animal management
14.12.2008 15.12.2008,
13.02.2009
14.02.2009
13 Soil organic carbon dynamics vis-à-vis
anticipatory climatic changes and crop
adaptation strategies
28.12.2008 24.12.2008 and
23.02.2009
26.12.2008
14 Synthesis and Characterization of
Nano-Cellulose and its Application in
Biodegradable Polymer Composites to
Enhance Their Performance
03.12.2008 26.08.2008,
02.12.2008
03.12.2008
15 Towards development of single cell
photosynthesis system in rice
26.12.2008 15.12.2008 and
15.03.2009
15.12.2008
16 Research into Development of
Decision Support Systems for Insect
Pests of Major Rice and Cotton based
Cropping Systems
28.11.2008 07.11.2008
and 13.02.2009
28.11.2008
17 Novel strategies for molecular
diagnosis of plant viruses
29.09.2008 21.11.2008 28.11.2008
18 Assessment of Quality and Resilience
of Soils in Diverse Agro-ecosystems
07.09.2008 16.02.2009 07.09.2008
19 Biosystematics of the Genera Vigna,
Cucumis and Abelmoschus
04.09.2008 03.09.2008 and
26.09.2008
04.09.2008 and
27.09.2008
20 Risk Assessment and Insurance
Products for Agricultures
20.01.2009 20.01.2009 20.01.2009
21 Characterisation and Differentiation of 21.03.2009 27.01.2009 21.03.2009
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Embryonic and Spermatogonial Stem
Cells in Cattle and Buffaloes
22 Analysis of mammary gland
transcriptome and proteome during
lactation and involution in indigenous
cattle and buffalo for identification of
probable mammary biomarkers
21.03.2009 27.01.2009 21.03.2009
23 Effect of abiotic stresses on the
natural enemies of crop pests:
Trichogramma, Chrysoperla,
Trichoderma and Pseudomonas, and
mechanism of tolerance to these
stresses
29.07.2008 20.09.2008 and
06.01.2009
29.11.2008
24 Development of goat having knocked
down myostatin gene through RNA
interference technology to enhance
the meat production
18.05.2009 19.01.2009 18.05.2009
25 Toll-like receptors in farm animals-
Evolutionary lineages and application
in disease resistance
18.05.2009 23.03.2009 18.05.2009
26 Rumen microbial diversity in
domesticated and wild ruminants and
impact of additives on
methanogenesis and utilization of
poor quality fibrous feeds
06.12.2008 05.12.2008 06.12.2008
27 Study of herbal acaricides as means
to overcome the development of
resistance in ticks to conventional
acaricides
06.12.2008 18.11.2008 and
24.02.2009
06.12.2008
28 Nano-technology for Enhanced
Utilization of Native - Phosphorus by
Plants and Higher Moisture Retention
in Arid Soils
23.12.2008 22.12.2008 23.12.2008
29 Studies on relationship between
ecogeography of the chemotypic
29.12.2008 27.03.2009 29.12.2009
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variation of nine important but highly
threatened medicinal plant species
and prospects of their cultivation
30 Bamboo as a Green Engineering
Material in Rural Housing and
Agricultural Structures for Sustainable
Economy
16.12.2008 16.12.2008 16.12.2008
31 Development of Spectral Reflectance
Methods and Low Cost Sensors for
Real-Time Application of Variable Rate
Inputs in Precision Farming
Launch
workshop to
be
organized
soon
32 Studies on High Pressure Processing(
HPP) of High Value Perishable
Commodities
19.02.2009
33 Studies on Cryogenic Grinding for
Retention of Flavour and Medicinal
Properties of Some Important Indian
Species
19.02.2009 20.02.2009 19.02.2009
34 Studies on the Ecology and Taxonomy
of Whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, in India,
its Symbiosis with various Obligate
and Facultative Bacterial Symbionts
12.05.2009 12.05.2009 12.05.2009
35 Nature of Interactions among the
Entomopathogenic Nematodes,
Bacterial Symbionts and the Insect
Host
12.05.2009 12.05.2009 12.05.2009
36 Designing and studying mode of
action and biosafety of nanopesticides
16.03.2009 15.03.2009 16.03.2009
37 To Understand the Nature of Diversity
in Lac Insects of Kerria Spp. in India
and the Nature of Insect x Host
Interaction
12.05.2009 - 12.05.2009
38 Serological Diversity and Molecular 16.03.2009 - -
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Characterization of Dichelobacter
nodosus and development of vaccine
against virulant footrot
39 Molecular basis of capacitation like
changes in the assessment and
prevention of cryodamage during
cryopreservation of bovine
spermatozoa (Buffalo and Crossbred
Bulls)
21.03.2009 - 21.03.2009
40 Developmental Potency of
Parthenogenetic goat Embryos
15.04.2009 - 15.04.2009
41 Bovine Mastitis: Unraveling Molecular
Details of Host-Microbe Interaction
and development of molecular
diagnostic
42 Toll-like receptors in phylogenetically
divergent fish species-their
contribution in modulating the innate
immunity
43 Identification of oncolytic viral genes
and development of tumour targeted
nano-delivery vehicle for cancer
therapy in bovines
15.04.2009 - 15.04.2009
44 Manipulation of the rumen ecosystem
through modified rumen microbes
encoding novel fibrolytic enzymes
using nucleic acid based
technologies for the improved
utilization of crop residues
28.04.2009 - 28.04.2009
45 Understanding the mechanism of
variation in status of a few
nutritionally important micronutrients
in some important food crops and the
mechanism of micronutrient
enrichment in plant parts
08.05.2009 - 08.05.2009
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46 Georeferenced Soil Information
System for Land Use Planning and
Monitoring Soil and Land Quality for
Agriculture
08.05.2009 - 08.05.2009
47 Bio-prospecting and allele mining in
genetic resources (Mega Project)
05.05.2009
Contribution of CAC and CIC
Consortium Advisory Committee and Consortium Implementation Committee have been playing
active role in smooth implementation and monitoring the progress of the sub-projects under Call-1
and Call-2. The CAC concept has emerged as very useful in the consortia governance and M&E
system. The flavor of the guidance and support provided by the CAC to the sub-projects can be had
from some examples of recommendations made by the CACs summarized in Table 3.54 below:
Table 3.54: Some examples of recommendations made by the CAC for various consortia
S. No. Sub-project Support Provided by CAC
(Some examples of decisions taken by the CAC )
1 Arsenic in Food-
Chain: Cause, Effect
and Mitigation
In a two days program, CAC visited the laboratories,
interacted with villagers in field and devoted the other
day in presentation on technical and financial progress
and of future plans. This visit improved the quality of
work
Suggestions of CAC on baseline survey on arsenic
pollution helped in generating the holistic picture of the
degree of pollution in various components of food chain
Certain experiments suggested by CAC are expected to
help developing database, directed towards the
mitigation options
Proper utilization of fund under equipment head.
2 Unraveling molecular
processes involved in
adventive
polyembryony
towards genetic
engineering for
fixation of heterosis
Inclusion of PAU Regional station Abohar as partner in
the project and develop new work plan for them
To carry out progeny analysis through RAPD to assess
the extent of apomictic seed development in guggul
To lay emphasis on basic histological studies in guggul
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3 Genomics of cotton
boll and fibre
development
Reviewed the procurement and physical achievements
Provided guidance on the ongoing experiments
4 Identification of
Quantitative Trait
Loci for milk yield, fat
and protein percent
in buffaloes
CAC suggested that the samples collection should be
20% more in anticipation to the data loss
To compensate for the data recording of buffaloes in milk
the extra animals with confirmed parentage may be
taken
Procurement position was discussed and suggestions
provided
5 Allele Mining and
Expression Profiling
of Resistance- and
Avirulence- genes in
Rice-Blast
Pathosystem for
Development of Race
Non-Specific Disease
Resistance
Helped in fixing six monthly targets for each institute
based on which project reports are being obtained. It
helped in easy monitoring of the progress of each centre.
Made midterm corrections in the experiments on
virulence analysis to get meaningful results.
Asked each partner to decide about crossing scheme and
exchange seed material before the start of rice season in
2008 which helped us in saving one season.
Suggestions on phenotyping of land races under field
conditions during first year accelerated the allele mining
experiments.
6 Development of
Biosensor and Micro-
Techniques for
Analysis of Pesticide
Residues, Aflatoxin,
Heavy Metals and
Bacterial
Contamination in Milk
The CAC including the NC helped to clearly set the
deadlines for the delivery and outcome for each partner
of the consortium (Dec. 2008)
Technical inputs were given in the approach for product
development and intellectual property protection.
The CAC also contributed on defining the roadmap for
Aflatoxin M1 detection strategies using cytochromes
7 Understanding plant-
nematode
interactions using
RNAi
Focus on a thorough study of a smaller group of
parasite-specific genes (such as the secretory gland-
specific 37 genes) rather than a preliminary functional
investigation on a larger number of genes that may be
generally required for nematode biology.
Test a large set of plants to determine the frequency of
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RNAi resistance development.
Test whether sequential triggering of RNAi against
different target genes is feasible.
Partner institutions IARI and NARCPB were asked by CAC
to transform Arabidopsis with the 8 secretory gland
genes that the CPI’s laboratory has already tested in
tobacco.
IARI and NRCPB were recommended to optimize
conditions for robust analysis of nematode infection.
IARI group was recommended to evaluate the ability of
nematodes to infect Agrobacterium rhizogenes induced
roots in tomato plants. Availability of such a system
would greatly facilitate the process of screening the
dsRNA-containing transgenic roots for the nematode
infection
8 Development of Non-
destructive Systems
for Evaluation of
Microbial and
Physico-chemical
Quality Parameters of
Mango
To collect samples for preliminary studies from two sates
only and standardize the sampling technique, sampling
method and flow of samples before starting the actual
sampling next year.
To conduct training for RA/SRF of all the centers on
sampling technique and their transportation to have
uniformity
To categorize the samples in physical terms as followed
practically in orchards and pack houses
To define pulp and peel ratio in future work
To include the Neelum variety of mango from Tamil Nadu
instead of Mallika as this variety was not easily available
in that state
9 Molecular tools for
exploitation of
heterosis, yield and
oil quality in sesame
The suggestions helped in understanding the procedural
requirements of NAIP with regard to submission of
technical and financial progress and other reports.
The planning of research activities, collaboration among
the partner laboratories and their respective roles in
addressing the objectives of the project.
The helpful CAC suggestion for inclusion of activity
related to generation of EST and other genomic
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information in sesame that are likely to provide important
handle for the understanding of genomic elements have
been incorporated in the proposed activities
10 Design and
Development of
Rubber Dams for
Watersheds
Procurement of equipments -. Matters related to
Procurement of Equipments should be communicated to
NC and concerned NAIP authority before finalization.
Hiring of Consultancy Services – It was decided that a
private consultant cannot be hired, but outsourcing in
collaboration with IIT, Mumbai can be done under the
guidance of Prof. Eldho.
Janjhavati Rubber Dam sample to be given to CIRCOT
and KC to analyze the weaving pattern of fabric at their
end.to enhance optimization of technical fabric
Design of experiments for Optimization of Fabric to be
submitted by CIRCOT by the end of Aug-08 to the
Chairman and Prof. Asgaonkar.
Road Map for entire Project in M & E frame work has to
be submitted by CPI to NC & CAC chairman by the end of
Aug-08.
Website to update progress to be launched by the end of
Aug-08.
Next CAC meeting to be held in WTCER, Bhubaneswar so
that practical demonstration of the dam can be done.
Out sourcing of fabrication of composite materials can be
done subject to approval from NC till installation &
commissioning of the processing equipments.
Proposal for attending overseas training, seminar &
conferences needs to be sent to NC for prior approval to
enhance progress
As per advice of CAC Chairman a proto type Rubber Dam
(1 mtr x 2 mtr ) should be made by end of February,09
for testing of functional requirement and a full size
Rubber Dam ( exact size will be given by WTCER ) need
to be made by September,2009 and will be handed over
to WTCER for necessary validation
11 Elucidating the CAC helped to sort out administrative issues to purchase,
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physiological and
genomic regulation
process of follicular
development, oocyte
maturation and
embryogenesis in
buffalo
recruitment of manpower etc.
On suggestion of CAC we started working on optimizing
the protocol for isolation of RNA from minimum number
of oocytes
a DDRT approach in preliminary screening of differentially
expressed genes in oocytes. This proved to be a simple
yet effective approach
A dose optimization for bST was suggested by CAC in
creating sustained IGF 1 release by buffalo cows. This
helped in more logical conclusion on experimentation of
superimposition of bST treatment with the PGF2alpha
plus GnRH induced ovulation model experiment.
12 Development of
Wireless Sensor
Network for Animal
management
It was noted by the CAC that the project funds have
been sanctioned promptly and on time by PIU-NAIP. The
Chairman and the NC made the point that funds should
be expended expeditiously as per norms.
It was decided that the next meeting of the CAC would
be held at the end of July 2009. It was resolved that
every effort would be made to demonstrate the climate
control module by next CAC meeting.
This is NDRI work up to next CAC: Behavioral and
production data of cattle and buffaloes to be compiled in
different season and physiological stages of the animals
by NDRI by next CAC meeting which can be used for
development of algorithm for DSS.
13 Soil organic carbon
dynamics vis-à-vis
anticipatory climatic
changes and crop
adaptation strategies
Common protocols for physico-chemical & microbiological
measurements of all relevant parameters should be
prepared in the form of a working manual and made
available to all CCPIs.
Standardization and calibration work of OTC’s should be
done with utmost care irrespective of the time spent for
that.
The effect of OTC on microbial diversities should be
critically examined and in depth studies may be carried
out to see the soil temperature effect on microbial
diversities.
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CAC recommended that at least one CAC meeting should
be organized in each of the Consortium center so that
CAC members could visit the experiments and discuss
their problems.
CPI of the project proposed some modifications
particularly change in items under minor equipment and
reallocation of funds within the grant for instrument
keeping total non-recurring budget intact in the interest
of precise estimation. Under the item head “Minor
equipment”, purchase of Centrifuge was approved
instead of ‘Autoclave’ in 2008-09 keeping the budget
intact. CAC approved the proposal.
14 Synthesis and
Characterization of
Nano-Cellulose and
its Application in
Biodegradable
Polymer Composites
to Enhance Their
Performance
Flow chart for preparation of microcrystalline cellulose
(MCC) by acid hydrolysis and their mass balance need to
the prepared
The term "Wet MCC" has to be replaced with
hydrocellulose
The optical absorbance in sugar analysis need to be kept
below 0.8 to have better linearity
Information about the commercial cellulase enzyme
needs to be collected. Since there would be differences
in efficacy between the commercial cellulase and the one
from Trichoderma reesei, enzyme elaborated from the
same organism should be used for better comparison
15 Towards
development of single
cell photosynthesis
system in rice
CAC meeting advised us to focus on two plants for plant
transformation. One Arabidopsis thaliana as a model
plant and the other Oryza sativa. CAC felt that there is no
need to work on another model plant tobacco.
CAC advised us to think for alternative transformation
strategy that may include transporters.
Suggested to use C13 discrimination technique when
required for identification of C4 plants.
To finish cloning of all the genes by August, 2009 in Dr.
Bansal’s laboratory.
Collect different plant species from chenopodiaceae
family from different parts of India by the end of 2009.
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16 Research into
Development of
Decision Support
Systems for Insect
Pests of Major Rice
and Cotton based
Cropping Systems
Prepare sampling plans with proper statistical basis for
cropping system based observations and obtain statistical
opinion before proceeding with data collection for
cropping systems
In addition to collecting field survey data on Bt cotton
hybrids, try as best as possible to collect similar data on
non Bt cotton hybrids and also on cotton varieties, if
available, in the target site
Two groups have been constituted to prepare conceptual
models as early as possible for at least one pest each in
rice and cotton depicting hoe meteorological data and
biological (life table) data can be utilized to predict pest
out breaks/populations. These would serve as templates
so that the hypothetical data can be replaced with actual
data later on.
17 Novel strategies for
molecular diagnosis
of plant viruses
CAC member suggested to concentrate on seven crops
(banana, tomato, potato, pumpkin, peanut, mungbean
and watermelon) for the application of the sero-
diagnosis.
Utility of strip-test with fusion proteins was discussed. It
was suggested to give more emphasis on developing
strip-test with antibody to individual virus. However,
antibody to fusion proteins of multiple viruses will be
helpful to judge freedom from a group of viruses by a
single test.
In the project document, RNA viruses were proposed to
be used for developing gene expression vector. It was
suggested to exploit the possibility of geminivirus (DNA
virus) as in planta expression vector.
Tospovirus to be used for standardization of strip-test.
The plan of work for the next six month work was
decided
18 Assessment of
Quality and Resilience
of Soils in Diverse
It was decided that at least 96 sites per district must be
identified for soil quality & resilience study and soil
sampling depth should be restricted upto 0-15 cm
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Agro-ecosystems The districts to be covered under the sub-projects were
decided
The first year (September 2008 to March 2009) action
plan for each center was worked out
In view of non-availability of SRF at Ludhiana, the PAU
center has requested to convert one position of SRF to
RA position. The CAC recommends the same for approval
from NAIP cell.
Dr. Biswapati Mondal, CCPI for BCKV, Kalyani has
requested to convert one position of RA to SRF for
efficient execution of fieldwork. The CAC agreed upon
the proposal and recommends the same for approval
from NAIP.
All the CCPIs have requested that each CCPI may be
authorized to re-appropriate the expenditure under the
head “Operational costs”. The CAC agreed to the
proposal and recommends for approval.
All the CCPIs expressed the view that the fund allotted
for the purchase of equipments are lower than the actual
cost of the equipments. Hence, they proposed that the
CCPI may be authorized to re-appropriate the total fund
allotted under the head “Equipments” so that most
essential equipments can be purchased in lieu of some
approved equipments without any extra fund. The CAC
agreed upon this proposal and recommends for approval
from NAIP cell.
19 Biosystematics of the
Genera Vigna,
Cucumis and
Abelmoschus
Fine tuning of the year wise activities and work
responsibilities
Focusing on the immediate problems to be addressed in
the genus
Technical advice on project implementation and
experimentation
20 Risk Assessment and
Insurance Products
for Agricultures
Validated the objectives and methodologies of the
project
CAC agreed that scientists having potentiality and specific
expertise to contribute to the project, may be
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encouraged and induced as collaborating scientists on
specific issues.
CAC provided valuable suggestions for administrative
problem with the GIPE centre which could not participate
in the project.
21 Characterisation and
Differentiation of
Embryonic and
Spermatogonial Stem
Cells in Cattle and
Buffaloes
CAC provide helped regarding the increased prices of the
equipment due to weakening of the Indian currency
against foreign currency. It was clarified by the National
Coordinator that it can be adjusted within the approved
budget under the equipment head.
22 Analysis of mammary
gland transcriptome
and proteome during
lactation and
involution in
indigenous cattle and
buffalo for
identification of
probable mammary
biomarkers
Suggestion to use trypsin to resolve the problem of
clumping in isolated mammary epithelial cells, which can
subsequently be used for proteomic analysis and RNA
purification for microarray works
An early settlement of the problems being faced in
getting the approval from CPCSEA for conducting
experiment in experimental animals.
Chairman of CAC Prof. T. P. Singh strongly felt that there
is the need of a MALDI_TOF_TOF for the project as this
project involved extensive proteomics works. It was
suggested that for the time being CPI may use facilities
at ICGEB. However, this matter may be discussed again
in the subsequent CAC meetings.
Increased prices of the equipment due to increased
exchange price of foreign currency by the committee
members. CAC agreed to the request of CPI to allow
savings from four equipments to be used for purchase of
other equipments.
Prof. Mukhopadhyay, NCHGSR, PU requested the CAC to
grant this money separately for purchasing a Nikon plan
objective 100X ( ~Rs 110,000) plus microscope lamp
CAC agreed to recommend his requirement to PIU
(NAIP).
23 Effect of abiotic
stresses on the
Sampling plan for the natural enemies was discussed.
Based on the discussion organism-wise sampling plan
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natural enemies of
crop pests:
Trichogramma,
Chrysoperla,
Trichoderma and
Pseudomonas, and
mechanism of
tolerance to these
stresses
was prepared.
Apart from established cell lines, primary cell cultures
may also be used for Wolbachia studies at VMSRF
(Action: K. S. Murthy and Anil Kush).
At Mysore University, the emphasis to be given to
classical genetics work for the studies on inheritance
pattern of stress tolerance (Action: K.S. Murthy and V.A.
Vijayan).
24 Development of goat
having knocked down
myostatin gene
through RNA
interference
technology to
enhance the meat
production
CAC meeting held on 18.05.09 proceedings awaited
25 Toll-like receptors in
farm animals-
Evolutionary lineages
and application in
disease resistance
CAC meeting held on 18.05.09 proceedings awaited
26 Rumen microbial
diversity in
domesticated and
wild ruminants and
impact of additives
on methanogenesis
and utilization of poor
quality fibrous feeds
For attending international conferences a concrete
proposal may be sent immediately to ICAR Headquarters
since it takes time to process the same.
The payment of salary can be made from the savings of
the other Heads within the financial year with the
existing overall sanctioned budget for that year.
Since Rupee has devalued viz a viz $, the cost of
equipment has increased by 25%, necessary demand for
procurement of equipment at a higher cost in Indian
rupee may be sent to ICAR so that additional funds could
be provided to NAIP
27 Study of herbal
acaricides as means
to overcome the
Use of well designed statistical model for collection of
ticks.
Use of lesser known tribal knowledge for selection of
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development of
resistance in ticks to
conventional
acaricides
medicinal plants
Submission of one herbararium of all plants along with
passport data to NBRI, Lucknow
Examination of effect of placebo of the plant extract on
ticks
Suggestion for avoidance of inbreeding in tick colonies by
periodical incorporation of out bred male population
28 Nano-technology for
Enhanced Utilization
of Native -
Phosphorus by Plants
and Higher Moisture
Retention in Arid Soils
IIT, Mumbai was advised for production of bulk Zn nano
particles so that it can be tested on plants and
microorganism at other centers.
It was strongly recommended that CAZRI, Jodhpur
genuinely needs FTIR and Particles size analyzer for
detection and characterization of biological nanoparticles,
which may be, procure immediately.
Up gradation of SRF position to RA at PAU Ludhiana and
to purchase Ultra Sonicator at the center.
NAIP norms to be followed both for the recruitment and
wages
29 Studies on
relationship between
ecogeography of the
chemotypic variation
of nine important but
highly threatened
medicinal plant
species and prospects
of their cultivation
Suggested to finalize the tentative plan of collection for
the next 3 months i.e. From January to March 2009, by
all the centers.
Two herbaria of the plants along with the passport data
should be sent to NBRI for record by all the partners.
The increase in the cost of equipment resulted due to
depreciation of rupee value against dollar and the
amount required for additional 12.5% VAT will be
released from NAIP subject to proper justification.
Suggested that CCPI Ananad, should take the help of
local experts in plant identification and collection. The
committee advised to accelerate the plant collections and
initiate chemical studies as per project documents.
30 Bamboo as a Green
Engineering Material
in Rural Housing and
Agricultural
Structures for
It was noted that the project funds have been sanctioned
promptly and on time by PIU-NAIP. The chairman and
the NC made the point that funds should be expended
expeditiously as per norms.
[IITD task defined up to next CAC]: It was decided that
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Sustainable Economy the next meeting of the CAC would be held at the end of
April 2009.
31 Development of
Spectral Reflectance
Methods and Low
Cost Sensors for
Real-Time Application
of Variable Rate
Inputs in Precision
Farming
CAC to meet soon
Experience of PIU interaction with consortia
The interaction of PIU with the consortia has been at two levels: monitoring level through CAC and
reports, and interaction at the level of general implementation support. At the monitoring level the
interaction has been satisfactory with the CPIs showing satisfaction in general. But at the
implementation level the major obstacles have been in initial inhibition of the consortia partners to
familiarize with and follow the financial and procurement rules specifically those related to the
procurement. From the consortia side the major source of defaults has been in non submission of
required financial papers essential for release of funds in stipulated time and as a result in many
cases release of funds has got delayed. However, with passage of time and gaining experience the
process has become smoother but the default persists though at a lower level.
Other relevant aspects
i. The component by its nature requires constant intellectual focus of the scientists on the
research endeavors but a general view of the scientists persists that their research suffers
because (i) too much paper work is required by the NAIP for which they do not get support
from their institutions and (ii) in some cases non ownership of the sub-projects by the
institutional administration.
ii. The websites developed by the consortia are not being put to its potential use especially
because it is a new concept and will require catching up
iii. The M&E system devised for 15 consortia envisaged originally in the PIP is inadequate for 61
consortia. A new system is under consideration where grouping of consortia and intelligent use
of websites are likely to be effective.
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Achievements
Number of consortia approved - 61 (60 competitive mode + 1 sponsored) (Annexure-3.8)
Number of consortia operationalized as of April 30, 2009 (funds released) - 58
Number of websites/web pages developed - 32
Compliance with environmental and social safeguards- All
None of the sub-projects has triggered/ created any environmental or social issues. The E & S
safeguard document is a duly signed part of every sub-project documents.
Financial management aspects
The cumulative expenditure till 31st March 2009 based on the 127 (out of 211) SOEs received till
15.05.2009 has been 14% of the total budget for Component 4.
Procurement aspects
Procurement has been the greatest bottleneck as far as the operation of the sub-projects is
concerned. Because of this the expenditure pattern has been poorer than expected. In this
component, a major portion of the budget is for procurement of equipments and an initial confusion
among the consortia with regard to rules even after the support and training given by the PIU has
caused the delays. The consortia are now getting largely accustomed with the rules and procurement
is speeding-up. The CIC and CAC have been requested to track procurement and use of funds also.
Monitoring and evaluation, and progress review of technical programme
The CIC (meeting quarterly) and CAC (meeting half yearly) of the sub-projects are effectively guiding
the monitoring and evaluating at the consortia level. A web based project monitoring and tracking
system has to be launched. This system will provide the basic tool for monitoring the sub-projects at
the PIU and consortia level. A relook is being taken at the M & E system that is suitable for a large
number of consortia.
Organization of Component Workshop (participants, key issues affecting
implementation, possible solutions, etc.)
Annual Workshops have been envisaged as a very important component of the M & E system of
NAIP. The Component 4 organized the first component workshop under NAIP. First Annual Workshop
of Component - 4 was organized at IVRI, Izatnagar on April 14-15, 2009, with help of the Director
and his colleagues. The scientists participating from the campus IVRI, greatly contributed to
organization of the workshop. The thrust of the workshop was “mutual learning”. All CPIs of 60 Sub-
projects approved were invited for participation. Sixteen sub-projects CPIs all (11 consortia under
Call-1 and 5 consortia under Call-2) made their presentations in brief on the progress of the sub-
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projects with emphasis on the lessons learned and implementation process. The emphasis was on the
process of working of the consortia. One CCPI each from these 16 consortia also participated. All the
chairmen of those CACs (28 nos.) that had at least one meeting were invited to participate and 11
actually participated. Chairman RPC, Chairman TAG, and Chairmen of 11 CACs and Team Leader of
the World Bank participated. Ten CPIs along with eleven CCPIs of Call 1 sub-projects, 20 CPIs and 5
Co-PIs of Call 2 sub-projects and 25 CPIs of Call 3 sub-projects were invited for participation. The
directions given by the NC for presentations are given in Annexure-3.6 and the workshop program
is given in Annexure-3.7.
In general the workshop was informative and the content of the benefits from the workshop was
appreciated by the chairmen of the CAC, TAG and CACs, the World Bank representative and CPIs and
CCPIs.
Feedback:
From Chairmen CAC & TAG: Well satisfied with progress and process. Appreciated the cross
learning opportunities among the participants. The comments and views of the CAC Chairmen were
found to be valuable. The various clarifications provided by the World Bank Team Leader and the
financial and procurement experts were very helpful.
From the World Bank Team Leader: Appreciated the gains from the workshop. The presentations
on M&E and Procurement should have been better and more useful.
Salient technical achievements of Component 4
The technical progress of the sub-project under the Call 1 & 2 has been commensurate with the
targets and in some cases exceeding the targets. The following gives a brief outline of targets and
achievements made so far of the 31 sub-projects under the consortia approved under the Call 1 and
2.
Highlights of technical achievements vis-à-vis targets
Sub-Project 1: Arsenic in Food-Chain: Cause, Effect and Mitigation
Targets:
Identification of markers for arsenic uptake in rice
Understanding pathway of arsenic transport in rice
Isolation and identification of soil and aquatic microorganism capable of transforming the
inorganic arsenic to less toxic forms
Status of arsenic contamination in surface water of fish ponds
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Assessment of health status of fish exposed to arsenic and their proteomic analysis
Survey on arsenic status in feed and drinking water used for ruminants and poultry/duck
Arsenic reducing irrigation management
organic amendments to mitigate arsenic intake in rice based cropping system
Selection of cohorts and pilot study
Monitoring arsenic status in diet and drinking water
Achievements:
Baseline survey for arsenic status conducted
Mapping of rice gene responsible for low or minimal uptake ability of arsenic
Isolation of arsenic resistant microbes from 70 samples
Identification of total 50 presumptive arsenic reducing and 43 arsenic oxidizing bacteria
isolated from water, sediment, cattle faeces, water filter, tube-well drained soil samples.
Detection of p53 protein in muscle tissues of L. rohita. HSP70 expression detected in
gastropods
Experiments on irrigation management to reduce arsenic status in maize a substitute crop for
summer rice
Experiments on organic amendments to mitigate arsenic intake in rice based cropping system
conducted and analyzed and results presented.
Final selection of participants and pilot study of all the three Cohorts for health status
completed
Data on Dietary arsenic status and its impact on human body analyzed
Sub-Project 2: Unraveling molecular processes involved in adventive polyembryony
towards genetic engineering for fixation of heterosis
Targets:
Construction of promoter trap vectors
Transformation of Arabidopsis to obtain about 5000 T-DNA insertion lines
Screening of about 500 T1plants for reporter gene expression or ovule mutations
Germplasm survey/exploration of citrus (3)
Screening of germplasm for mono and polyembryony
Survey and screening of guggul for polyembryony
Conduct histological study of polyembryonic
seed development in citrus and guggul
Achievements:
Single and bidirectional T-DNA promoter trap plant transformation vectors were constructed
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Citrus germplasm surveys were undertaken and as many as 17accessions showing
monoembryonic trait in otherwise polyembryonic varieties/species were identified
About 550 T-DNA trap lines were screened and lines expressing reporter gene in flower,
anther, trichome etc. were isolated
Sub-Project 3: Genomic analysis of cotton boll and fibre development
Targets:
Identification of specific proteins that are expressed during the development of boll and fibre
through proteomic approach.
Identification of corresponding genes coding specific proteins whose expression is influenced
by various stress factors Transformation of Arabidopsis to obtain about 5000 T-DNA insertion
lines
Identification of different members of genes/transcription factors that are involved in the boll
development.
Isolation of full length genes of interest. Analysis of gene function through transgenic approach
Achievements:
Gene expression profiling was performed using the cotton oligonucleotide microarray
(Affymetrix) to assess changes in gene expression in boll wall and ovules of 10 dpa under
normal and drought induced conditions.
The cDNA library was prepared covering all developmental stages of cotton boll. In order to
establish the EST data base, 5,500 ESTs were sequenced and the sequencing of another 4,500
ESTs are in progress.
2D electrophoresis system Iphor was used to analyze stage specific proteome of the cotton
boll. Proteomic facility was established to study the changes in the protein level in a stage
dependent manner as well as under stress conditions. Proteome data base will be established
for different stages of boll.
A modified RACE technique was used to isolate the promoters of genes that are up-regulated
during the boll development.
Sub-Project 4: Identification of Quantitative Trait Loci for Milk yield, Fat and protein
percent in Buffaloes
Targets:
Identification of 10000 daughter of 10 sires for for milk yield, fat and protein percent in
buffaloes
Identification of 10 half sib families with ~400 – 500 daughters per sire with confirmed
parentage.
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Identification of candidate and other genes underlying QTL regions from cattle data base.
Buffalo gene resources underlying QTL regions
Achievements:
The total numbers of progenies identified in the field are 10,500 out of which 9300 progenies
have been given identification numbers and have been tagged.
The blood samples of 8450 animals have been collected from 52 districts across Uttar Pradesh
and belonging to 12 selected sires were processed for the isolation of DNA quality check and
quantization of DNA
A total of 92400 microsatellite genotypes were generated for testing the paternity of the
daughters. The paternity verification revealed that 74% of the daughters belonged to the sires
as per records
Five chromosomes have been selected BTA1, BTA6, BTA9, BTA10, BTA 14, and BTA 26 for
further analysis
Sub-Project 5: Allele Mining and Expression Profiling of Resistance- and Avirulence-
genes in Rice-Blast Pathosystem for Development of Race Non-Specific Disease
ResistanceTargets:
Collection & phenotyping of rice land race
Analysis of whole M. oryzae genome
Making crosses between target (susceptible and resistant) donors
Collection, of rice blast isolates from different regions
Achievements:
Phenotyping of 158 rice entries including land races and 30 monogenic lines completed at
Palampur, Hazaribagh and Dharwad.
The Alleles of Pi-k, Pita and Piz blast resistance genes have been PCR amplified and sequenced
from blast resistant rice lines Tetep, Tadukan, Jattoo and Co39.
Whole genome of M.oryzae was downloaded in local servers and 476 Avr genes have been
predicted. 3- D models have also been constructed for 27 AVR genes. AVR and Pi-kh protein
interaction study has been completed.
About 260 blast samples have been collected which consists of 150 from eastern India, 50 from
North India & 25 from Southern India and 35 from Basmati growing regions of north India for
isolation and virulence analysis.
Validation of markers for resistant genes in donors and Pusa Basmati and BPT 5204, for Pikh,
Pi1, Pi-ta, Piz5, Pi9, Pib genes have been completed.
Phenotyping of 8 donor R-lines showed that all genes were resistant to rice blast.
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Crosses between respective donors for the transfer of blast resistance genes in the background
of Pusa Basmati 1 and BPT 5204 have been made for development of near isogenic lines.
Sub-Project 6: Development of biosensor and micro-techniques for analysis of pesticide
residues, aflatoxin heavy metals and bacterial contamination in milk
Targets:
Design, simulation and selection of material and fabrication of Micro-well chips
Biosensor development for Pesticide residue (OP) paraoxon, malathion, methyl parathion
analysis in milk.
Selection of indicator organism, development of spores & identification of germinant
Screening of source for enzyme urease. Specificity studies in milk for Cd and Pb
Design and simulation studies, Material selection Micro-fluidic aspects of the flow channel
Selection of enzymes and design of FIA assay
Development of novel methodology for synthesis characterization of nano-particles
Achievements:
A new micro-well chip platform is designed and fabricated to achieve multianalyte analysis on a
single platform. The chip can be used for both online and offline analysis of milk samples
A novel highly sensitive high throughput microchip optical biosensor for analysis of
organophosphates (Methyl parathion, malathion and methyl paraoxon) in low fat milk is
developed. The chip is reusable and a significant cost reduction is achieved. *Submitted to 1st
Biosensing Technology Conference by Elsevier Science at Bristol U.K. Nov. 2009.
Aflatoxin M1 sensitivity (0.5 ppb) has been established in milk system using bacterial spores
based colorimetric biosensor (under evaluation for filing the patent)
A novel and greener synthetic route has been tested for preparation of iron oxide nano
particles (particle size less than 10nm).
A novel piezoelectric thin film deposition technique is developed and characterized with
enhanced properties for use in nano-biosensors.
Sub-Project 7: Understanding plant-nematode interactions using RNAi
Targets:
Prioritized list of 100 genes
Preparation of dsRNA constructs – 22 constructs
Screening of T-DNA insertion lines
Selection of targets and preparation of constructs
Plant transformation
Tomato transformation with two dsRNA constructs
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Field pea transformation with two dsRNA constructs
Achievements:
Twenty one genes have been cloned in dsRNA expression vector and fifteen independent
transgenic lines of tobacco for each of 6 genes have been generated.
Fifteen transgenic lines for each of 10 different DNA fragments have been generated to
optimize the length and specificity of selected targets for efficient RNAi response.
Root-knot infection conditions for Arabidopsis have been optimized; several transgenic
Arabidopsis lines for each of 9 dsRNA constructs have been established.
Forty one transgenic lines of field pea for 2 dsRNA constructs have been generated
Sub-Project 8: Development of Non-destructive Systems for Evaluation of Microbial and
Physico-chemical Quality Parameters of Mango
Targets:
Sampling and culturing of microorganisms
Isolation and characterization of microorganisms
Development of ATP luminescence biosensors for microbial load
Identification of specific quality attributes
Knowledge of corrected equipment parameters for X-ray, CT & MRI suitable for future
experimentation
Correlating the quality parameters with image properties
Sampling, determination of biochemical properties
Achievements:
A survey of microorganisms from surfaces of mango collected from three states was carried
out.
A new strain of bacteria near the stone of Dashehari mango has been found out, but
confirmatory tests are under progress and its recurrence if any has to be verified in the next
season.
Near Infrared (NIR) spectra of these collected samples were also acquired and potential
wavelengths for prediction of total soluble solids (TSS), titratable acidity, and dry matter
content for these varieties were identified.
Physical and biochemical quality parameters of some varieties were determined and reviewed
for further use in the project.
Protocols to develop biosensing system for detecting and quantifying the predominant spoilage
/toxigenic microbial load have been finalized.
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X-ray radiographs of intact mango fruits indicated that there is a possibility to detect
defects/disorders inside the mangoes
Sub-Project 9: Molecular Tools for exploitation of heterosis yield and oil quality in esame
Targets:
SSR enriched DNA library RILs -210 lines BC1F3 and BC2F2
Initiation of experiments for efficient regeneration of sesame Experiments to identify anther
specific genes Initiation of work to isolate promoter and cytotoxic gene
Optimization of protocols for estimation of fatty acid profile & lignans Standardization of SNP
haplotyping
Procedure of identification of seed specific promoter, FAD3 gene isolation procedure
Achievements:
Multiplication of core collection (345) and RILs (210) of sesame has been carried out; and
phenotyping of RILs has been completed.
Isolation of 900 SSR markers- mostly (CT)n, (AG)n and (TCG)n repeats has been carried out.
Back cross generations of the crosses, S. indicum (Swetha) X S. mulayanum (BB-3-8) and S.
indicum (Chandana) X S. indicum (NSKMS-128) have been raised. Mapping populations in
BC1F2 & BC2F1 stage were generated.
Six FAD loci responsible for production of polyunsaturated fatty acids are being characterized in
search for sequence variation in diverse sesame cultivars.
Transcriptome analysis relating to flower and seed development in sesame is being actively
pursued.
Sub-Project 10: Design and development of rubber dams for watersheds
Targets:
Tentative specification for Rubber composite based on NR-SR Blend
Initial R&D data for Development of Rubber Composite Material
Initial R&D data for Development of technical Fabric based on i) Nylon 6 & Nylon-66 and ii)
Activated Polyester
Initial R&D data to achieve optimum Rubber-Fabric adhesion based on Peel Strength
Optimization of Process Parameters for Rubber Compound, Technical Fabric & Composites
Initial Lab Evaluation of Rubber Composite
Technical information on Tentative Design of Prototype Model
Initial Design Data for installation of Rubber Dam
Initial Design Data for optimization of inflation – deflation system
Tentative Rubber Dam Prototype, for lab evaluation
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Suitable site selection on different watersheds for installation of rubber dams for field
evaluation
Achievements:
Indigenization of Specification of Rubber Compound, Technical fabric and composite material
suitable for Rubber Dam application
Development of a new coating material and process for Technical Fabric to enhance adhesion
with Rubber matrix
Generation of technical database for bonding evaluation between different technical fabric with
Rubber matrix
Optimization of weaving pattern and thickness of different technical fabric to ensure strength
and flexibility of composite material suitable for rubber dam application
Hydrological data generation for development of specification of rubber dam
Sub-Project 11: Elucidating the physiological and genomic regulation process of follicular
development, oocyte maturation and embryogenesis in buffalo
Targets:
Standardization of induced ovulation model dose of bGH necessary for elevating IGF-1 levels in
blood and FF worked out.
Equipments purchase for studying follicular dynamics pattern in normal cyclic, acyclic and
postpartum buffaloes, under different seasons.
Establish q-PCR parameters for assaying expression pattern of targeted genes.
Establish DNA repository from 5 different buffalo breeds.
Achievements:
DNA fragmentation based TUNEL and COMMET Assays of follicular cells confirmed that atretic
follicle rate increased linearly as the follicles grew (up to 5 mm), beyond which it reduced.
Following in vitro culture of oocytes, expression variation of GDF9 appears to be qualified as a
marker for defining oocyte competence.
Transcription inhibition studies hint that MET event occur at 8 cell stage of in vitro produced
buffalo embryos.
To see whether GATA-4 is stimulated by FSH mediated cyclic-AMP pathway, effect of FSH
treatment on GATA-4 expression in granulosa cells has been analyzed via in vitro granulosa cell
culture. Granulosa cells showed enhanced expression of GATA-4 on FSH treatment.
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Sub-Project 12: Development of Wireless Sensor Network for Animal management
Targets:
To study wireless sensor network system for animal identification, behavior, health status and
shelter management of dairy cattle and buffaloes for unorganized and organized herds
Design and customization of sensor nodes for identification, monitoring position, movement
and activity of animals
Achievements:
Sensor node and belt for animal tracks developed.
Detailed behavior pattern of sahiwal animals by manual behavioral recording during entire heat
period from onset of oestrus to cessation of oestrus. Oestrus mucus pattern (conductivity, pH,
and fern pattern) at different stages of oestrus cycle for correlating it with fertility. Herd health
monitoring of Karan Fries animals for different metabolic and reproductive problems in different
age and physiological stages.
Milk total somatic and leukocyte pattern in different stages of lactation have been collected for
correlating these data with milk conductivity and pH at different stages of lactation and mastitis
in cattle and buffaloes
Blood serum samples collected from different age group, physiological stages and pathological
stages for estimation stress hormone like cortisole in different seasons.
Sub-Project 13: Soil organic carbon dynamics vis-à-vis anticipatory climatic changes and
crop adaptation strategies.
Targets:
Study and quantify the interaction of varying temperature, soil water regime and soil organic
matter fractions on CO2, CH4 and N2O production and emission from different soils
Analysis of structural and functional aspects of microbial diversity in soils under varying
concentrations of greenhouse gases, temperature and moisture
Achievements:
A metagenomics method has been standardized
Interaction effect of soil water regime and temperature on CO2 and CH4 production was
studied
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Sub-Project 14: Synthesis and characterization of nano-cellulose and its application in
biodegradable polymer composites to enhance their performance
Targets:
Identification of appropriate pretreatment for MCC to make it amenable for microbial &
enzymatic processes.
Microbial process for preparation of cellulose nanowhiskers
Enzymatic process for preparation of cellulose nanowhiskers
Chemo-mechanical preparation of cellulose nanofibrils.
Characterization of polymer nano-cellulose composites for mechanical, barrier and
biodegradability attributes
Achievements:
Controlled fungal degradation of Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) resulted in cellulose
nanowhiskers of size less than 100 nm
Fenton’s reagent pretreated MCC could not be easily hydrolyzed by cellulase. Cellulase enzyme
components were fractionated by gel electrophoresis and characterized
Biodegradable film of nanocellulose-modified starch were prepared and evaluated for their
mechanical properties
Sub-Project 15: Towards development of a single cell C4 photosynthetic system in rice
Targets:
Screening of available C4 chenopod species for the single cell C4 photosynthesis by anatomical
characterization.
Biochemical and molecular characterization of photosynthetic enzymes and characterization of
switching over between C3 and C4 photosynthesis in early and late developmental stages in
single cell C4 photosynthetic plants
Identify the a set of identified genes of C4 cytoskeleton.
Localization of regulatory proteins of photosynthetic enzymes in single cell system
Cloning of single cell C4 genes and promoters
Preparation of suitable vectors having cloned genes with appropriate promoters
Achievements:
The species of the genus Sueda belonging to the family Chenopodiaceae were collected from
Bhitar Kanika and the Delta of Jambu river
They are now being grown in pots and in the field to test their C4 character and look for single
cell C4 features
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The cDNA of PEP carboxylase, an important component of the photosynthesis system has been
cloned from maize, sequenced and subsequently cloned to pET vector for protein induction and
preparation of antibodies
PEP carboxylase is being transferred to the binary vector for agrobacterium mediated plant
transformation
The cDNA of NADP-malic enzyme is also cloned and now being presently sequenced for
confirmation
Sub-Project 16: Research into development of decision support systems for insects pest
of rice and cotton
Targets:
Quantification of Field growth rates for designated pests over two seasons in rice and one
season in cotton
Developmental rates for two pests in rice and two pests in cotton at two temperatures
Cropping system based field studies on population dynamics of BPH, WBPH, Yellow stem borer
and leaf folder in rice; mealy bug, mirids, Helicoverpa and pink bollworm in cotton
Generation of spectral library using hand held spectroradiometer for crop damage
Understanding principle of ITks on pest forewarning for possible use in models
Compilation and analysis of historical data sets (pest bio-ecology, distribution, crop and pest
management practices, models and existing decision support systems) for all pests including
diseases in cotton and rice
Achievements:
Developed a web-enabled historical database on 6 insect pests and 2 diseases of cotton and 7
insect pests and two diseases on rice along with corresponding weather for 43 locations in the
country
Studied field based population dynamics of mealybugs and mirids in cotton-wheat,
cotton+pigeonpea-fallow and cotton+pulses-maize cropping systems; pink bollworm in
cotton+pigeonpea-maize/fallow system; and field population dynamics of plant hoppers and
leaf folder in rabi rice (rice-rice cropping system) and pink stem borer (rice-wheat cropping
system).
Studied species diversity (3 major species), sampling methodology, host range, off season
survival, effect of management interventions, and yield loss estimates for mealybug and mirids
(upto 85 kg loss in lint ha-1) in cotton based cropping systems; off-season survival of yellow
stem borer and pink stem borer in rice based cropping systems.
Studied laboratory population biology of two mealybug species on cotton at three locations
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Developed conceptual framework for modeling 4 target pests in rice based; and 3 target pests
in cotton based cropping systems
Developed questionnaire for documenting ITKs related to pest forewarning and circulated to 37
AICRP centres and 54 KVKs in AP and Maharashtra
Studied spatial distribution of rice and cotton crops through remote sensing for two locations
and studied wetness (NDWI) and dryness indices (TVDI).
Validated spatially derived meteorological variables with ground based data for Sirsa (North
zone, cotton based cropping system) and Maruteru (South zone rice based cropping system).
Developed a web-enabled software for data input and reporting system for the project
activities on developing Decision Support System (DSS) on insect pests. The partners can
access the system over internet and submit the near real time data in prescribed formats every
week.
Sub-Project 17: Novel strategies for molecular diagnosis of plant viruses.
Targets:
Collection of virus, amplification of CP gene, cloning and sequencing
Expression and purification of recombinant proteins
Cloning and sequencing of complete genome of CGMMV, FPMV, or PVX
Purification native virus particles of TSV and immunization of mice and cloning of VH and VL
genes
Preparation of gold conjugation with the existing antibodies (tospo and ilar)
Preparation of membrane and standardization of lateral flow assay with the existing antibodies
Assembly and stability of strip-test with the existing antibodies
Achievements:
Clones of coat protein (CP) gene of four virus groups out of five target groups were obtained.
Expression construct of CP gene of three viruses with and without His-tag were developed (six
constructs).
Recombinant coat protein of PYVMV (Begmovirus), GBNV (Tospovirus) and PRSV (Potyvirus)
were purified and used to immunize rabbits.
For cloning of IgG gene of TSV, the virus culture has been established on cowpea and is being
propagated for purification.
IgG from polyclonal antibodies to GBNV was purified and used as a gold conjugate for
detecting GBNV in crude leaf extract
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Sub-Project 18: Assessment of Quality and Resilience of Soils in Diverse Agro-
ecosystems
Targets:
Selection of districts, villages and sites following PRA technique and geo-referencing
Collection of soil samples from selected sites of farmers fields and long-term experimental sites
Creating database on physical attributes of soils and biomass productivity
Achievements:
Collection of soil samples from 310 Geo-referenced sites from Vidisha and Sehore Districts of
M.P. completed. Soil analysis for pH, EC, available nitrogen, OC, DTPA extractable F, Mn, Zn &
Cu completed. Aggregate analysis and textural analysis of 50% samples completed.
Collection of soil samples from 250 and 150 Geo-referenced sites from Ludhiana and Ropar
Districts of Punjab completed. Soil analysis for pH, BD, OC, microbial biomass carbon
completed.
Collection of soil samples from 320 Geo-referenced sites from Bankura and Hoogly Districts of
W.B. completed. Soil analysis of 160 samples for pH, BD, OC, microbial biomass carbon and
nitrogen, moisture, mineralizable C and N completed.
Collection of soil samples from Geo-referenced sites of 32 Talukas from Warrangal and
Nalgonda Districts of A.P. completed. Soil analysis for pH, BD, OC, available N and P, moisture
completed.
All the database of eight districts for digitization.
Sub-Project 19: Biosystematics of the genera Vigna, Cucumis and Abelmoschus.s
Targets:
Techniques to study karyomorphology of target species
Molecular sequences for delineation of species (Screening of genomic sequences for taxonomic
utility)
Wide hybridization in Vigna, Cucumis and Abelmoschus (Crossability data Material for pre- &
post-fertilization barrier studies)
Achievements:
Herbarium consultation at Botany Department, Calicut University; Botanical survey of India,
Southern circle, Coimbatore & Botanical survey of India, Head Quarter, Kolkata, BSI Dehradun
which resulted into documentation of herbarium data of more than 225 entries for Vigna, more
than 150 entries for Cucumis and more than 150 entries for Abelmoschus with respect to
botanical name of species, location of collection, synonyms, name of collector, date of
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collection, accession number given by respective herbaria along with photographs of some of
the herbarium specimens.
Basic cytological techniques for analyses of karyotype in the genera Vigna, Cucumis and
Abelmoschus were optimized in these difficult to handle species. High quality of cytological
preparations were achieved.
During the reporting period, a total of 29 germplasm accessions of six different species of
Cucumis were supplied to the cooperators. Interspecific crosses were attempted between nine
different species of Cucumis and successful seed set was obtained in 18 crosses involving C.
callosus (4 crosses) and C. prophetarum (14 crosses) as female parent. Fruit variability in the
Cucumis sativus var. sativus; C. s. var. hardwickii and their natural hybrids; and variability in
germplasm collections of Vigna spp. (10 acc.) were recorded. Seed multiplication was carried
out in Vigna trilobata (6 acc.) and Adak moth (Vigna aconitifolia) – 6 acc. during 2008.
Wide hybridization & transfer of resistance to YMV on Vigna: 45 cross combinations between
wild and cultivated species were generated and F1s have been planted for further screening
and generation advance.
Development of F1, BC1, BC2F1 and BC2F2 generations of wide crosses in 15 Vigna, 10
Abelmoschus and 15 Cucumis species
In-vitro maintenance of F1, BC1, BC2F1 & BC2F2 hybrids: The embryo rescue method was
optimized using the control pollinated fruits. A wide range of ages in developing embryos were
tried in the three target species. The technique has now been standardized in Vigna,
Abelmoschus and Cucumis species so that the difficult crosses in mainly Abelmoschus and to
some extent in a few of the combinations in other genera could be recovered.
Sub-Project 20: Risk Assessment and Insurance Products for Agriculture
Targets:
Comprehensive review of scientific information on agricultural risk assessment
Develop methodology for assessment of risk including vulnerability index
Plan and conduct suitable farm level village survey for assessment of the requirement for
development of risk mitigation products and constraints analysis
Identification of insurance products and assess their performances based on risk typology
Derive lessons from the experiences of existing insurance products
Documentation of System Requirement Specification (SRS) for risk management
Achievements:
Review of the models for assessment of risk and synthesis under preparation.
Capacity building of the researchers in risk assessment models and their applications, training
programme is planned at NCAP
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Work on typology of basic parameters for Systems Requirement Specifications for Risk
Management is in progress
Work on Instability Index for all the crops in all the districts of Punjab and Tamilnadu to be
completed soon
Analysis of declining trends in productivity and causes
Related data on important Weather parameters have been collected for the development of
cause and effect relationship as well as typology of risk
Sub-Project 21: Characterization and differentiation of embryonic, adult and
spermatogonial stem cells in cattle and buffaloes
Targets:
In vitro production of buffalo blastocysts
Isolation of inner cell mass cells (ICM);
Achievements:
In vitro production of blastocysts achieved and a total 124 blastocysts were used in various
experiments.
Mechanical isolation of ICM from hatched blastocysts is the best method for isolation of ICM
cells since it offers higher primary colony formation rates than trypsin treatment of blastocysts
or hatched blastocysts or intact blastocyst culture.
Feeder layer prepared from the buffalo fetus showed the confluent monolayer
Sub-Project 22: Analysis of mammary gland transcriptome and proteome during lactation
and involution in indigenous cattle and buffalo for identification of probable mammary
biomarkers
Targets:
Isolation of mammary epithelial cells and collection of tissue biopsy in early, mid, late and
involution stages
Protocol standardization for 2D- gel electropjoresis
Standardization of protocol for isolation of RNA from mammary gland
Establishment of primary cell culture from buffalo mammary gland
Protocol for isolation of RNA from milk somatic cells and primers for RT-PCR
Achievements:
Experimental plan has been worked out:
a. Animal grouping based on physiological status / productivity
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b. Application filed for Animal Ethics Committee clearance
c. Mammary tissue / milk epithelial cells
Sequencing of cDNA clones from subtracted buffalo mammary gland cDNA library (lactating vs
non-lactating) was carried out to look for differentially expressed t ranscripts.
Over 100 unique buffalo mammary derived cDNA sequences identified
Standardization of intact RNA preparation from mammary tissue and milk somatic cells
Isolation of mammary epithelial cells from milk by immune affinity based methodology
Standardization of protocol for primary cell culture of mammary epithelial cells
Real-Time PCR standardization performed and under progress as well
Sub-Project 23: Effect of abiotic stresses on the natural enemies of crop pests:
Trichogramma, Chrysoperla, Trichoderma and Pseudomonas and mechanism of tolerance
to these stresses
Targets:
Collection of T. chilonis from sugarcane and vegetable-based ecosystems and C. carnea from
cotton based-ecosystems in different regions
Thermal tolerance studies at 32-40 C to work out temperature tolerance of collected strains
To work out LC 50 for different insecticides (Ocl, OP and pyrethroids) in the collected strains
Collection of soil samples and isolation of Trichoderma spp. from different stressed ecosystems
In vitro and in vivo screening for stress tolerance
To test the biocontrol potential of stress tolerant isolates
Collection of Pseudomonas sp. these will be complemented with new collection from diverse
soils of India encompassing stressed areas of groundnut and redgram cropping systems, soil
factors and plant association will be analysed
The presence of biosynthetic loci for antibiotic production will be evaluated by PCR using
specific primers for phenazine, DAPG, pyrrolnitrin and pyoluteorin.
For RAPD - PCR primers M13, D7 and DAF4 will be used.16s rDNA restriction analysis will be
performed using enzymes HaeIII, Msp1 and Rsa1. Sequencing and cloning of phlD locus will be
done with Phl2a-2b primers.
Determination of intra-species variation in T. chilonis and C. z. sillemi using ITS-2 region gene
& RAPD primers.
Achievements:
Variability in 19 different populations of Trichogramma chilonis from vegetable and sugarcane
ecosystems with respect to temperature and pesticide tolerance was observed and variation in
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isozyme pattern was recorded. Variability in ITS-2 regions in different populations was
observed and sequenced.
The population of Chrysoperla carnea collected from cotton crop was correctly identified as
Chrysoperla zastrowi sillemi. Variability in Chrysoperla z. sillemi collected from ten different
cotton ecosystems with respect to temperature and pesticide tolerance was studied and
variation in isozymes for pesticides tolerance was recorded. Molecular studies revealed that
there was variation in ITS-2 regions of different populations of C. z. sillemi (group) and
sequenced.
Two different strains of endosymbiont yeast Pichia anomola was isolated from T. chilonis, one
strain of P. anomola was isolated from C. z. sillemi, while Candida apicola strain was isolated
from T. chilonis.
Saline tolerant and sensitive as well as heat tolerant Trichoderma isolates have been identified
from groundnut ecosystem. Trichoderma isolates with good biocontrol potential and saline
tolerance were identified.
Sub-Project 24: Development of goat having knocked down of myostatin gene through
RNA interference technology to enhance the meat production.
Targets:
Collection of blood and meat samples for genomic DNA isolation
Cloning and characterization of full length sequence of MSTN c DNA as well as promoter
sequence by PCR and using suitable vector
Primer designing and PCR optimization
Synthesis of full length sequence of MSTN cDNA as well as promoter sequence
Designing of sh –RNAs using different vectors and selection of 5-10 top ranked sh-RNAs
Development of the skin fibroblast cell lines
Achievements:
Designed anti myostatin shRNA constructs using p-silencer vector using dharmacon design
siRNA software.
Prepared of four different constructs (sh 1, sh 2, sh 3 and sh 4) by cloning the inserts in p-
silencer vector, followed by plasmid isolation of different constructs.
The technology for production of cloned embryos by SCNT has been standardized and few
embryos (four 2 cell, four 4 cell, two 8 cell and one morula) have been produced.
Cloned and characterized three MSTN exons (viz., EI : 715bp, EII : 784bp, EIII : 504bp) and 1
promoter (1186bp) of goat MSTN gene and characterized MSTN cDNA from muscle tissue of
goat (IVRI Izatnagar).
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Collection of blood sample from poultry, PCR standardization for poultry MSTN gene (Total
length 8200 bp covering promoter, 5’UTR, 3 exons and 2 introns with 3’UTR region) (AAU,
Anand) has been carried out.
Sub-Project 25: Toll-like receptors in farm animals-evolutionary lineages and application
in disease resistance
Targets:
Identification and sequencing of TLR genes of goats
Identification and sequencing of TLR genes of buffalo.
Identification and sequencing of TLR genes of yak and Mithun.
Achievements:
Sequencing and analysis of the five full length TLR (TLR2, TLR5, TLR4, TLR7 and TLR8) genes
of goats with the available sheep sequences in the GenBank showed 98.8% to 99.7%
nucleotide identity and also received the evolutionary conserved nature of theses pattern
recognition receptors
Identification of the genetically mobile domains namely the Leucine rich repeats (LRR),
Toll/Interleukin-1 receptor (TIR) domain and analysis of the domain architectures with SMART
software showed differences between the goat and sheep TLR domain architectures. The
TLR2-TIR amino acids at positions 677, 681 and 753 shown to play a role in susceptibility to
Mycobaterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis (Map) in cattle did not show any change
indicating similar resistance mechanisms in goats also.
RT-PCR amplification and cloning of four TLR genes of buffalo- TLR4, TLR7, TLR8 & TLR9
carried out in pGEMT vector. Buffalo TLR7 gene sequence was more diverged from cattle
(90.3% similarity) than TLR8 gene sequence (98% similarity).
By sequence analysis of 48 animals representing 12 different buffalo breeds/populations total
21 SNPs were detected in TLR7 gene while only 10 SNPs were seen in TLR9 gene.
Expression profile of TLR 1-10 mRNAs in spleen, lymph nodes, skin, lung, jejunum, uterus,
PBMNCs and neutrophils of Kanni breed of goat revealed high expression of all TLR mRNAs in
PBMNC and lymph node.
Expression profiling of TLRs 1 – 10 mRNAs in the corneal epithelial cells of goat and buffaloes
showed higher expression levels of TLRs 6, 7 and 8 mNAs.
Molecules involved in TLR signaling of goats such as MyD88, TICAM, NFkB, IRF 3, caspase 8
and TOLLIP have been partially sequenced.
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Sub-Project 26: Rumen microbial diversity in domesticated and wild ruminants and
impact of additives on methanogenesis and utilization of poor quality fibrous feeds
Targets:
Isolation of fibre degrading microbes from faeces/rumen liquor of domesticated and wild
ruminants. Months 7-15
Enzymatic profile of isolated cultures
Isolation of nitrate and sulphate reducing bacteria from rumen contents of buffalo
Microbial and enzyme profile of rumen of rumiants fed low and high fibre diets
Achievements:
A manual of techniques to be used in the project has been prepared and is ready to go to press
for publication.
In first phase of the project cellulose degrading bacteria have been isolated from neelgai (17
isolates), chinkara (27 isolates), cattle (16 isolates), buffalo (11 isolates) and goat (8 isolates)
The nitrate reducing bacteria from buffalo (75 isolates), sulphate reducing bacteria from buffalo
(14 isolates) and lignocellulose degrading fungi from cattle (7 isolates) have also been isolated
The cellulose degrading bacteria and fungi were screened for enzyme profile including
avicelase, carboxymethyl cellulase, xylanase and acetyl esterase.
Nitrate inclusion (in in vitro gas production test with buffalo rumen liquor as inoculum) inhibited
methane emission on three diets (70:30, 50:50 and 30:70 ratio of wheat straw and concentrate
mixture) significantly, but in vitro degradability of feed was adversely affected with the diets
where the concentrate was 30 and 50%, however, this adverse effect on feed degradability
was absent when the concentrate level was 70% in the diet.
Sub-Project 27: Study of herbal acaricides as means to overcome the development of
resistance in ticks to conventional acaricides
Targets:
Generation of healthy tick line Identification of plants, herbs having acaricidal properties.
Development of passport data of plants
Preparation of extracts of some identified herbs/plants material
Collection of ticks from field and in vitro testing for resistance to conventional acaricides
Achievements:
Tick lines generated and maintained
Sixty four herbal extracts were tested against adults of B. microplus by in vitro test.
Five out of sixty four herbal extracts showed acaricidal activity
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Generation of tick line resistance to effective herbal extract is inprogress
Sub-Project 28: Nano-technology for Enhanced Utilization of Native - Phosphorus by
Plants and Higher Moisture Retention in Arid Soils
Targets:
Screening, isolation and identification of micro-organisms possessing properties of nano-particle
formation
Development of pure culture of promising micro-organisms and recovery of nano- particles
from bio-nano factories
Screening, isolation and identification of gum producing microorganisms
Removal of toxic heavy metals from rock phosphate
Achievements:
Synthesis of nono-ZnO by chemical route and its properties were characterized using various
analytical techniques (XRD, SEM/EDAX, Particle size analyzer, TEM, UV-Visible spectroscopy,
BET Surface analyzer and FTIR). The particle size obtained was 20 nm.
Initial evidences showed that Chaetomium globosum and Aspergillus fumigatus have potential
to produce Fe and Mg nano particles.
Standardization of media for estimating exo-polysaccharides production by different microbial
species under arid ecosystem.
Four polysaccharide-producing bacteria was isolated and developed from the arid soils.
Two phosphatases and phytase-producing bacteria (Bacillus coagulans and Alcaligenes faecalis)
were developed. Application of FeO and ZnO nano particle has significantly improve the release
of acid phosphatase, alkaline phosphatase and phytase enzymes by the organisms.
Sub-Project 29: Studies on relationship between ecogeography of the chemotypic
variation of nine important but highly threatened medicinal plant species and prospects
of their cultivation
Targets:
Exploration & Collection of approx. 8 – 10 accessions each of 9 target plant species as well as
their live germplasm depending upon the availability in the season.
Descriptors for identfying the targeted accession
Anatomical studies of the morphotypes/chemotypes of collected species
Chemotypic evaluation and metabolite profiling
Cultivation feasibility and domestication of collected accession
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Achievements:
Total 90 accessions of the 9 targeted plant species (Hedychium spicatum -18; Origanum
vulgare -14; Valeriana jatamansi -10; Gymnema sylvestre - 10; Desmodium gangeticum -11;
Asparagus adscendens -07; Acorus calamus -08; Tribulus terrestris 09; Sida cordifolia 03) have
been collected from different geographical regions/state. Passport data were prepared for all
the collected accessions including the ecological conditions (viz. altitudes, longitides, rainfall,
temperature, etc.) as per ICAR format.
Morphological and anatomical observations of different accessions of H. spicatum, A. calamus,
T. terrestris, G. sylvestre and D. gangeticum have been documented.
Chemical and physicochemical studies have been carried out for H. spicatum (rhizome), A.
calamus (rhizome), T. terrestris (fruits), G. sylvestre and D. gangeticum.
Amongst the five accessions of Acorus. calamus, was found to contain the lowest percentage
(74.99%) of the undesirable β-asarone and the highest percentage (16.82%) desirable of α-
asarone.
Amongst the five accessions of Hedychium. spicatum, 1,8-cineole (the key medicinal
component) was the major component present in the oils and its percentage varied from
21.14% to 58.21%.
The different accessions collected by the partners have been domesticated in the respective
centers.
Sub-Project 30: Bamboo as a Green Engineering Material in Rural Housing and
Agricultural Structures for Sustainable Economic Growth
Targets:
Documentation Initiation– Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Assam and NE, Himachal Pradesh, Others
Investigation of Existing Bamboo Civil Structures in India
Creep/ fatigue properties of Bamboo and Bamcrete Structural Elements For 3 species: 1detail,
1 moderate, 1 limited
Designing rigid form works for and implement in one test place
Initiation of Mechanical testing of Bamcrete Column
Investigate field trials of low cost testing facility
Literature survey, Identification of Sites, Investigate Different design for Functional
requirements and viability
Achievements:
Basic design alternatives of Cost-effective test equipments have been explored. Final designs to
be pursued are to be short listed and refinements to be taken up.
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Fabrication of bamboo bow beams of two designs and columns of 3 designs and a few of the
bow beams are under testing.
Basic design philosophy for shed structures based on working stress method developed.
Development of software in progress. A demonstration poultry shed based on tensegrity
principle and another based on geodesic dome have been successfully fabricated.
Literature review and lab scale protocols for bamboo treatment have been completed.
Sites for procuring bamboo samples, shaping bamboo in growth stage and bamboo
buildings/civil constructions for study and documentation have been identified
Sub-Project 31: Development of Spectral Reflectance Methods and Low Cost Sensors for
Real-Time Application of Variable Rate Inputs in Precision Farming
Targets:
Identification of bands specific to reflection characteristics of soil units at georefred
representative sites
Establishment of relationships between wave bands of spectra’s with different soil properties
like Soil organic carbon, EC, pH, major cations and anions, available N, P and soil moisture
established soil units.
Testing and installation of yield monitors on combine harvesters
Identification of bands specific to reflection characteristics of soil units at georefred
representative sites
Achievements:
Analysis of critical methodological components from published work so as to innovate failure-
proofed field methodology.
Conducted soil analysis of salt affected sites.
A sample survey was conducted on farmer-visitors of Kisan Mela at Ludhiana to assess level of
their awareness on precision farming.
Design, Development and Installation of yield monitor to calculate the real time grain flow in
combine harvesters is in progress.
Evaluation of desired multi utility vehicle platform was carried out with respect to application of
mounting different type of sensors and equipments for variable rate inputs in precision farming
in small plots. Power, speed and dimensional configuration of vehicle platform were also
defined. Mockup chassis was built for packaging evaluation and detailed layout was developed
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Performance indicators
Inputs
(a) Table 3.55: Financial management aspects of Component-4
Rs. Million Percentage of
sanctioned
component budget
Component 4 budget as per
PAD
Sanctioned component 4
budget
Expenditure incurred up to
March 31, 2009
SOEs received for expenditures
incurred up to March 31, 2009
2800.00
3041.55
104.21 (till 31st March 2008)
+
326.32 (till 31st March 2009
based on the SOE’s received
so far) = 430.53
127 (till 15th May for the
year 2008 -2009)
108.60 %
14.15 %
Outputs/Outcomes
Table 5.56: Performance indicators for the Component-4
Indicator As of April 30, 2009
Number of consortia formed under the component
Number of overseas visits/trainings
Number of papers published in high impact
scientific journal
Number of patent applications filed
61
4
4
0
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3.3 Summing up
During the year, NAIP on the basis of experience gained, continued calling for CNs (Call-3),
processing them, reviewing them and approving them. To bring in quality improvement and save
time in the processing of proposals, it has brought in reforms like constituting expert committees for
review them, sending to individual referees, organizing handholding workshops involving experts to
help prepare good proposals etc. These are process reforms and such reforms need to be more in
feature as the project has entered implementation stage which is equally challenging. It is satisfying
to note that the project has been able to commit nearly 85% of the project outlay whose utilization is
bound to pickup and should be full during 2009-10. One of the outcomes of project grounding is that
the sub-projects have tripled as compared to what was originally planned. This exerts enormous
strain on logistic, monitoring and implementation aspects. NAIP is gearing up to this new challenge
by increasing the scope of M&E consultancy, concrete plan for internal auditing, putting in place
FMS/MIS, PMTS, organizing periodic regional level review meetings on financial and procurement
management, organizing extensive training programmes on financial management, procurement,
M&E safeguards, component level review workshops etc. To further strengthen the M&E task at the
site levels, particularly for Components 2&3, an interface meeting of RPC with TAGs was held on 27th
April, 2009. The recommendations are being finalized and will be taken up for discussion and decision
in the next PMC meeting. After consulting The World Bank, the guidelines will be implemented.
Besides other mechanisms, this will further strengthen site level monitoring of sub-projects,
particularly components 2 and 3. The progress as reported as well as observed in the Component
level review workshops relating to Component 4 and Component 2 provide promising indications,
particularly in technical performance. It is generally observed that the achievements match with the
targets fixed and in some cases exceeding the targets (Component-4) during the period As regards,
fiduciary, safeguards and M&E, the indications are mixed. Therefore, concerted efforts are needed at
PIU and consortia level to tone up these areas during 2009-10. Budget utilization should immediately
pick-up for which fast track clearance of procurement proposals should be the priority. NAIP is
gearing up to this challenge.
4.0 Progress under Fiduciary aspects
4.1 Financial Management
Disbursement
A total amount of Rs. 98.96 Crores has been claimed from the World bank towards expenditure
incurred upto 31.03.2009 out of which Rs. 71.66 Crores is pertaining to the financial year 2008-09.
The letter for submitting SOE & Annual Accounts & AUC have already been sent to the
implementation agency.
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Financial Management System
Software for Financial Management System has been developed by M/s PwC and the software is
functioning well in PIU as in use since last year. This software has also been rolled out at six Delhi
based ICAR Institutes such as IARI, NBPGR, NCAP, IASRI, DIPA & NCIPM. As far as hardware
procurement is concerned, the hardware has been procured and being installed.
Training including preparation, circulations of FM Manual
Financial management System Manual has been prepared and circulated among the consortia
partners of different sub-projects under all four components of NAIP. The same has also been put on
NAIP website for the convenience of the users.
Eight training programmes have been organized as per the schedule (Table 3.14) for the various
consortia partners for smooth implementation and smooth functioning of Financial Management
System.
Audit
Account for 2007-08 have been audited and audit certificate already sent to the World Bank before
30th September 2008. Audit of the year 2008-09 will start after preparation of consolidation of SoE/
Accounts.
Chartered Accountants/ Internal Audit
Chartered Accountants have been appointed w.e.f. 26.5.2008. As regard to internal auditor is
concerned M/s ERNST & YOUNG Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi has been engaged w.e.f. 16th February 2009
and they have started auditing work also.
Cost Committee: PMC has constituted a cost committee with concerned National Coordinator,
Director (Finance) of NAIP and Deputy Director (Finance) of ICAR to vet all the Project/ Consortia
proposals and rationalize the cost in terms of requirements and prescribed norms. The
recommendation of the committee are used by PMC for the finalization of the proposal.
Table 4.1: Details of statement of claims under NAIP during 2006-07 to 2008-09
(In lakhs)
Claims submitted to the World Bank during 2006-07
S.N Period Releases Expenditure Claim Credit No
A Retroactive Period (1.11.05 - 30.06.06) 118.61 94.89 4161
01.07.06 to 31.03.07 245.57 245.57 196.45 4161
Sub Total (A) 364.18 291.34
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Claims submitted to the World Bank during 2007-08
B 1.04.07 to 30.06.07 4852 54.95 43.96 4162
1.07.07 to 30.09.07 150.23 120.19 4162
1.10.07 to 31.12.07 303.27 242.62 4162
1.04.07 to 31.03.08 (Annual) 1840.21 1472.17 4161
1.04.07 to 31.03.08 (Annual Supplimentery) 699.10 559.28 4161
Sub Total (B) 4852 3047.76 2438.22
Grand Total (A+B) 3411.94 2729.56
Claims submitted to the World Bank during 2008-09
C 1.4.2008 to 30.6.2008 20242.58 409.44 327.55 4162
1.7.2008 to 30.9.2008 1279.24 1023.39 4162
1.7.2008 to 30.9.2008 (Supplementry Claim) 139.25 111.40 4161
01/10/2008 to 31/12/2008 1210.69 968.55 4162
1.10.2008 to 13.12.2008 (Supplementry
Claim) 546.56 437.25 4162
1.1.2009 to 31.3.2009 (Annaul) 5372.26 4297.81 4161
Sub Total (C) 20242.58 8957.44 7165.95
TOTAL (A+B+C) 25340.15 12369.38 9895.51
4.2 Procurement
At PIU level, three consultancies have been hired till March 2009 and two are under process. The
details of goods and services/consultancies procured and under process of procurement are given
below.
A. Procurement of Consultancy Services:-
Table 4.2: Details of Contracts Awarded for Consultancy services:-
S.No. Name of the
assignment
Contract
Awarded To Period Value (Rs.) Signed
on
1 Consultants Services of
Internal Auditor
M/s Ernst & Young
Pvt. Ltd., A.P.
Initially for the
period of one
year from date
of
commencement.
2,07,71,094 16.02.2009
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2. Hiring of agency for
providing the manpower
services
M/s Eagle Security
and Personal
Services
One year -- 01.10.2008
3. Consultants Services of
Chartered Accountant
Mrs. Anita Saklani Initially for one
year
50,000
thousand +
S.T., per
month
26.05.2008
Table 4.3: Hiring Of Consultancy Services Under Process :-
S.No. Name of the assignment Estimated Contract
Value
(Rs./Lakh)
Status
1. Consultancy services and ERP
Handholding Support in consortia
partners institutes of NAIP/ICAR
300 RFP submitted by the firms on
11.05.2009. Technical evaluation in
progress.
2. Procurement Consultants for
NAIP/ICAR
300 Technical evaluation complete.
Contract negotiation in progress.
Table 4.4: Details of Proposals for hiring consultancy:-
S.No. Name of the assignment Estimated Value
(Rs./Lakh)
Status
1. Services of IT experts and
Accountants for managing
Financial management system
08 Under process
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B. Procurement of Goods/Equipments:-
Table 4.5: Details of Procurement made by PIU NAIP during 2008-09:-
S. No. Item Name Supplier Name Contract value
(Rs./lakhs)
Status
1. Procurement of Hardware
and related services
Incidental thereto including
Site Preparation for
Implementing ORACLE
applications E-Business
Suite R-12 for Development
of FMS
M/s HCL, Ltd. 41.41 Servers and
hardware supplied.
2. Various small office items
for PIU NAIP
Various suppliers 10.00 Procured
(ii) Procurement done by various consortia partners during 2008-09:
Detailed in Annexure-4.1.
C. Other Activities of Procurement:-
(i) Monitoring & supervision:
Procurement to be under taken by various consortia partners are monitored and supervised at PIU
NAIP. Provided guidance in preparation of ICB documents, getting no objection of the World Bank,
Custom Duty Exemption Certificate for various consortia partners.
(ii) Training & Capacity Building:
The trainings/workshops on procurement procedures were arranged at seven locations till 31.03.2009
by the Procurement Cell, NAIP. The details are :-
1. Barrackpore on 17-18.11.2008
2. Patna on 26-27.11.2008
3. Mumbai on 05-06.01.2009
4. Bangalore on 15-16.01.2009
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5. Hyderabad on 29-30.01.2009
6. Karnal on 03-04.02.2009
7. Lucknow on 09-10.02.2009
Training schedule for Phase III to be organized during the year 2009-10 has also been finalized
covering all consortia partners of call 3.
(iii) Procurement Plan 2008-09:
Procurement Plan 08-09 was compiled and submitted to the World Bank. Compilation of data for
preparation of Procurement Plan 09-10 is under progress.
4.3 ADMINISTRATION
2.1 Staff management including contractual staff: A regular staff of one Under Secretary, one
Section Officer and three assistants are providing the logistics and administrative support to the PIU,
NAIP. The total of 27 contractual staff including Office Assistants, Stenographers, System Analyst
and Messengers are engaged for the project. Twelve Research Associates have been providing
services at various levels to the PIU staff. Details of staff is given in Annexure-4.2.
2.2 Support to PIU, NAIP and consortia: The various supports provided by the staff is as
Logistic Support: Providing equipments, materials and consumables, general hospitality, vehicle
arrangements, general upkeep and maintenance.
Administrative: Services to the regular and contractual staff including withdrawal of salaries,
cash and impressed requirements.
Contractual Manpower: Manpower required at various levels of different skills is hired.
5.0 Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) System
The primary responsibility for Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) lies with the PIU and NC
(Component-1) who is supported by Project M & E Consultant. Each consortium is expected to set up
its own consortium monitoring unit which has to work closely with the Project M & E unit in the PIU.
The Project M&E Consultant undertook the following activity during the period under report:
i. Organization of M & E Workshop / Training
ii. Consortia Visits for M&E related activities.
iii. Assist the PIU in preparation of Annual Progress Report, NAIP as a whole and MTR Report
iv. Primary data collection for Baseline Report in respect of Component 2
v. Analysis of raw data and preparation of Baseline reports for Component 2 & 3
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vi. Review meetings with the National Director
Details of achievements made during the year are as under:
Organization of M & E Workshop / Training
One of the objectives of the consultants is to develop M & E related workshops / training
programmes. Out of the 6 nos. of workshops, the project M & E consultant has conducted 2
workshops during 9th – 10th May, 2008 (for Component 2, 3 & 4) and 19th – 20th September, 2008
(for Component 1 & 2).
Consortia Visits
During the period, the M&E Consultant has visited 39 consortia for M & E related activities for
component 2 & 3. The M&E consultants emphasized on the following aspects during the consortia
visits:
Functioning of the CAC/CIC/CMU;
Preparation and aligning the M&E Results Framework w.r.t objectives/activities/ deliverables /
outputs / outcomes;
E&S Framework
Finalization of Baseline protocols, analysis of data and preparation of the baseline report;
Understanding and operationalization of the PMTS;
Fund utilization
The broad findings are:
CAC/CIC/CMU is in operation mode in more than 80% consortia. The M&E Consultants insist
for operation of the CAC/CIC and formation of CMU. It is also emphasized to conduct the
meeting as per PIU guidelines.
M&E Framework for the sub-projects as a whole have been prepared, discussed and finalized
during the consortia visit for 39 sub-projects. The consortia have to do half yearly phasing of
deliverable w.r.t targets and achievements. The Model M&E Frameworks of three sub-projects
(one for each component, except component 4) have already been online in the NAIP Website.
The Consortia (39 nos.) have aligned E&S issues with the possible listed issues approved by
PIU and Bank. However, no reports have been generated by the Consortia as yet. They are in
the process of generating data for the purpose E&S framework.
M&E Team has prepared the templates for Baseline survey for components 2 and 3 and these
have been loaded on the NAIP website and also made available to each consortia under call 1
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& 2. The Baseline survey report has been submitted for the six sub-projects, 3 subprojects
each under component 2 & 3. Baseline reports for remaining consortia are in the process of
either data analysis or report writing.
The M&E Consultant demonstrated the PMTS to all 39 consortia during the visit. One model
PMTS has also been developed for each component and discussed during the visit. User ID and
password have also been sent to the approved consortia for call 1 & 2. The CPIs have started
to fill up the project data through online PMTS. M&E consultants render support for finding the
solution for any problems experiences by the consortia.
The M&E Consultants also enquired about the utilization of the funds. It was observed that the
utilization of recurring funds is alright but the utilization of non-recurring budget is not up to
the mark.
Support to PIU in preparation of Annual Progress Report, NAIP as a whole and MTR
Report
Supports provided by the project M&E Consultants to PIU and consortia during the period are as
under:
Planning of M&E workshop
Providing data to PIU on progress parameters
Assistance to PIU on World Bank Mission Visit
Preparation of the Annual Progress Report
Preparation of Mid-Term Report for the World Bank Mission
Primary data collection & preparation of Baseline Survey report for Component 2
The M&E Consultants collected the primary and secondary data from 10 Consortia as discussed and
finalized by the PIU officials and collated the same for preparation of the baseline survey report.The
Consultants had collected the baseline information from 12 districts and 2 islands under 10 Consortia
for 1350 farm households.
The Baseline survey report was submitted to PIU office on 28th November 2008. The National
Director and NC-2 communicated the observations on the baseline survey and the same have been
incorporated and resubmitted to the PIU and the World Bank on 5th December 2008.
Review meetings with the National Director
Four project review meetings were organized with the National Director mentioned as below:
14th July 2008
24th July 2008
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29th October 2008
5th November 2008
Intensive M&E of selected consortia under Component-2 and 3
Since Component-2 & 3 are relatively complex in nature with the consultation of the World
Bank, it is decided to intensively monitor 16 consortia under Component-2 and 10 consortia
under Component-3 (List in Annexure-5.1)
6.0 Environmental and Social Safeguards
Environment and Social safeguard management in NAIP are being further addressed as following
very useful and detailed guidelines provided in the Aid Memoire of the World Bank Mission (Dec 3-7,
2007; Attachment-4). The projects are providing E&S framework in prescribed format. The
environment friendly technologies like agro-forestry, water harvesting, organic farming etc. are being
encouraged wherever required and possible. In case of the interventions with negative impacts such
as excessive use of farm machines, use of insecticides, pesticides etc, methods to mitigate their
effects is recommended, planned and implemented. Guidance is provided to project proponents, as a
result of special workshop as suggested by the World Bank to care of all potential safeguard policies
to be triggered in the project and the actions thereof, care and attention to community level issues
connected with project interventions, clear-cut guideline for selecting the target beneficiaries in the
project and explaining the needed awareness in defining spelling out and executing the contractual
arrangements so that transparency is explicit in the process. In all handholding workshops for project
proposal preparation, helpdesk consultants are involved specifically to address these critical issues.
However, the compliance to the framework needs improvement. In a recent meeting with The World
Bank officials, further guidance in this regards is obtained and E&S framework for all the approved
proposals of Component 2 & 3 will be suitably revised and finalized by July, 2009 and the compliance
report to The World Bank will be submitted on 1st August, 2009.
7.0 Co-financing Arrangements
In the pipeline projects under Component 3 of Call 2, it is decided to utilize USD 40m has been
provided by Global Environmental Fund (GEF) for the following aspects:
Land degradation: Supporting innovative technologies for upscaling sustainable land
management approaches.
Biodiversity: Supporting mainstreaming of biodiversity objectives in production landscapes and
watersheds.
Climate Change: Promoting upscaling of adaptation measures for climate variability and change
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The negations for these projects is scheduled on 26th May, 2009.
IFAD is providing financial assistance to the salary heads to CGIAR centres like ILRI, IWMI, IFPRI and
ICRISAT for the projects financed under component 3, so that the participation of the CG centres
would be possible for harnessing synergy. IFAD through the Nodal Center viz. IRRI has entered into
an agreement with ICRISAT and ILRI and the others are in progress. IFAD has plans to organize
series of capacity building activities in collaboration with CIP, other CG Centres, NCAP and NRCWA
starting with, “Gender Analysis and Its Application to Sustainable Rural Livelihoods”.
The IFAD conduct a supervision mission during 17-20th March, 2009 for accessing the progress of
implementation in 2008. The supervision report is submitted and the assessment of overall
implementation is rated to be satisfactory. It is also mention that the research proposal selected for
co-financing have the potential of meeting the goals and objective set forth in the project document.
List of the projects involving these organizations
Sustainable rural livelihoods through enhanced farming system productivity and efficient
support systems in rainfed areas – ICRISAT (Lead Centre)
Livelihood Improvement and Empowerment of Rural Poor through Sustainable Farming
Systems in North East India - ILRI (Lead Centre)
Livelihood Enhancement and through Improved Management of Water and Land Resources in
Northeast India-IWMI (Sun Centre)
Sustainable Livelihood Improvement through Need Based Integrated Farming System Models in
Disadvantaged Districts of Bihar-IWMI (Lead Centre)
Sustainable Livelihood Improvement through Need Based Integrated Farming System Models in
Disadvantaged Districts of Bihar-IFPRI (Sub Centre)
Resource Conserving Technologies and Livelihood Analysis in the Northern Disadvantaged
Districts of West Bengal- CIMMYT (Lead Centre)
8.0 Governance Accountability and Action Plan (GAAP)
The GAAP is prepared and put to action during the year. The activities relating to implementation
that received attention include development of E&S safeguards for the approved subprojects, M&E
framework, conducting launch workshops, monitoring of timely submission of reports, SOEs, AUCs,
preparation of annual procurement plan, guiding, and monitoring the preparation of procurement
documents at PIU and consortia level, monitoring the training programmes on procurement, M&E and
E&S, handling grievances, maintenance of NAIP website/webpages and monitoring the websites/
webpages of consortia, implementation of right to information (RTI) Act etc.
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Disclosure
The project website www.naip.icar.org.in is operationalized, with regular updates. The site deals with
information on project design, components, guidelines, developments, News, Outlines of approved
projects, along with provision for important downloads of some important project related information.
The website also has the information on number of hits and their sources with regard to date,
geographical location, traffic source, average time on site etc. available to NAIP management. The
number of hits of NAIP website during the year is 1.35 lakhs. During the year, two webchats (21 st
April, 2008 and 20th November, 2008) were organized to clarify the queries from the consortia
partners. It was well received and helped to clarify several queries and doubts.
Grievance Redressal Mechanism
Strategy for grievance redressal mechanism is being work out. One of the recent steps taken in this
regard is arranging a chat session with the PIs of approved consortia. Several queries were raised
which are partly replied and the rest were replied through FAQs. Under right to information Act, Mr.
Kumar Rajesh, Under Secretary in the PIU-NAIP is designated as the nodal officer whose address
along with telephone number and other contact address is given in the NAIP website. During the
year, under the Act, information was sought by two individual and information was supplied in time
after observing the codal formalities.