Tripura's Potato Revolution: Record Growth Driven by AdvancedARC Technology

Agartala ( Tripura [India], March 29 (ANI): Tripura Minister of Agriculture and Farmer's Development Ratan Lal Nath On Saturday credited the "significant advancement" in potato cultivation within the state to the implementation of new practices. Apical Rooted Cutting (ARC) technology.

The Minister likewise presented the Chief Minister Manik Saha With a basket of locally sourced potatoes, two packs of 'Kali-Khasha' rice, and millet cookies placed on the floor of the state legislative chamber, these goods were likewise handed out to every member present, encompassing delegates from IPFT, TIPRA Motha Party, CPIM, and Congress.

The state has achieved notable progress in potato cultivation, and the implementation of ARC technology has resulted in higher production levels. This effort will help to Tripura Nath stated during the budget session at the State Legislative Assembly that enhancing the state’s self-reliance in seed production is crucial.

Potato cultivation in Tripura Traces its origins back to the 17th century when European merchants brought it over. Nevertheless, significant growth took place from 1940 to 1947, during which time the state embraced widely favored types such as modern-day Lalit, Kufri Jyoti, and Kufri Sindhuri.

Back then, the typical output was 1,500 kilograms per kani. By 1988-89, Tripura made significant progress by adopting True Potato Seed (TPS) technology, pioneered at the State Horticulture Research Station in Nagicherra, resulting in yields of 4,000 kg per kani.

As part of the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), the state entered into an MoU with the International Potato Center (CIP) based in Lima, Peru, along with the Department of Horticulture & Soil Conservation on January 17, 2023, for the implementation of ARC technology.

Nath stated that this initiative intends to improve the efficiency of seed production and decrease reliance on outside suppliers.

The initiative, beginning in 2022 and set to run until 2025, is named 'Enhancing Potato Seed Production.' Apical Rooted Cutting (ARC) Technology.'

For the initial time in the 2023-24 season, Tripura implemented ARC-driven potato cultivation throughout all eight regions, engaging 104 farmers spanning five production areas: Kufri Mohan, Kufri Lima, Kufri Himali, Kufri Uday, and Kufri Surya.

The overall ARC cultivation spanned 15.75 kani in the Sepahijala district. According to Nath, this effort has produced remarkable outcomes, with farmers noting considerably greater yields.

In 2024-25, ARC potato cultivation will involve 402 farmers, including 40 who will receive subsidized mini-tubers from the government. Currently, the anticipated harvest stands at around 6,000 kilograms per hectare and is projected to exceed 10,000 kilograms per hectare over the next few years. The administration continues to support the certification of seeds to guarantee improved earnings for these agriculturalists.

" Tripura "is well on track to become a key supplier of premium potato seeds and potatoes for processing," Nath stated, noting that this move will bolster the economy and improve farmers' earnings. (ANI)

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