Uttar Pradesh's First Seed Hub in Kanpur: High-Quality Oilseeds for Farmers
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Kanpur to Host UP's First Seed Hub: High-Quality Oilseed Seeds for Farmers
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News18•25-02-2026, 22:45
Kanpur to Host UP's First Seed Hub: High-Quality Oilseed Seeds for Farmers
•Kanpur's Chandrashekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology (CSA) gets central government approval for UP's first seed hub.
•The project will initially receive 1.25 crore rupees, focusing on high-quality oilseed seeds like flaxseed, sesame, sunflower, mustard, and groundnut.
•The seed hub aims to improve production, storage, and distribution of oilseed seeds, directly benefiting farmers with certified seeds.
•Located at the NDF Farm in Kalyanpur, the modern facility is expected to be completed within a year.
•This initiative will boost oilseed production, reduce edible oil import dependence, and increase farmer income across Uttar Pradesh.