Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The 13th National Seed Congress 2024 is being held at the International Rice Research Institute South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC) in Varanasi from November 28 to 30, 2024. Organized by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, this event brings together over 700 delegates from various sectors to discuss innovations, collaborations, and strategies for enhancing the seed industry. Key themes include leveraging biodiversity, public-private partnerships, and technology for food security and climate resilience. Important initiatives, such as the Rice Fallow Atlas, were also launched to optimize crop planning and improve food security in Eastern India.