Madhya Pradesh Firm Loses Licence Over Rebranded Soybean Seeds

The agriculture department of Madhya Pradesh has revoked the licence of a local seed company after discovering that it had sold soybean seeds that were rebranded but not revalidated. The seeds, originally produced years ago, were marketed under a new brand name without undergoing the required revalidation process mandated by the department. The department cited non‑compliance with seed quality regulations as the reason for the licence cancellation, emphasizing the importance of maintaining standards for agricultural inputs. The firm has not yet issued a statement, and the department has warned other seed producers to ensure all products meet revalidation requirements before marketing.