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NABARD, ICAR-NIRCA Tie-Up for FPO Training on Turmeric, Chilli

1 July 20251 min read
AGRICULTURE & RURALNABARD,ICAR-NIRCA Tie-Upfor FPO Trainingon Turmeric, Chilli1 July 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

NABARD teamed up with the ICAR-National Institute for Research on Commercial Agriculture (NIRCA) in Rajahmundry. The tie-up targets capacity building of farmer groups.

Key facts

  • NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) is the lead partner on the banking side.
  • The research partner is ICAR-NIRCA, Rajahmundry.
  • Trainees: Farmers’ Producers Organisations (FPOs) and individual farmers.
  • Subjects: post-harvest management and processing technologies.
  • Crops in focus: turmeric and chilli.

Why these crops need training

AspectDetail
CropsTurmeric and chilli
Main risksMoisture damage; microbial contamination
Expected gainsHigher crop value; better market competitiveness; fewer post-harvest losses

Exam angle

  • Partners: NABARD with ICAR-NIRCA (Rajahmundry).
  • Target group: FPOs and farmers.
  • Related terms: post-harvest management, processing technology, commercial crops.

Test yourself

1. Which institute partnered with NABARD to train FPOs on turmeric and chilli processing?

The notes say NABARD partnered with ICAR-NIRCA, Rajahmundry.

2. In the NABARD-ICAR-NIRCA training, which two crops are the focus?

Training targets processing of turmeric and chilli.

3. Which risks make turmeric and chilli vulnerable, per the NABARD-NIRCA training rationale?

These crops are susceptible to moisture damage and microbial contamination.

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