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Agriculture
Shakti Vardhak Sets Up Advanced DH Seed Lab in Kullu, Himachal
✍️ Krishi Jagran
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 08:35 PM
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Shakti Vardhak Hybrid Seeds has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Doubled Haploid (DH) laboratory in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, to enhance advanced breeding capabilities.
Shakti Vardhak Hybrid Seeds recently inaugurated a new advanced Doubled Haploid (DH) laboratory in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. The facility is designed to support modern plant breeding techniques that accelerate the development of high-yield and stress-tolerant crop varieties.
The establishment of this laboratory marks a significant step for the company in its quest to leverage advanced biotechnology for agricultural improvement. By utilizing DH technology, the organization aims to streamline the breeding process, which traditionally takes several years, thereby bringing improved seed varieties to farmers more efficiently.
Located in the Kullu district, the lab reflects the growing investment in agricultural research infrastructure within Himachal Pradesh. The move is expected to contribute to the region's agricultural sector by providing better genetic tools for crop enhancement.
This development aligns with broader industry trends towards precision agriculture and genetic innovation. The new facility is expected to play a crucial role in producing robust hybrid seeds that can withstand varying climatic conditions while maintaining high productivity.
The establishment of this laboratory marks a significant step for the company in its quest to leverage advanced biotechnology for agricultural improvement. By utilizing DH technology, the organization aims to streamline the breeding process, which traditionally takes several years, thereby bringing improved seed varieties to farmers more efficiently.
Located in the Kullu district, the lab reflects the growing investment in agricultural research infrastructure within Himachal Pradesh. The move is expected to contribute to the region's agricultural sector by providing better genetic tools for crop enhancement.
This development aligns with broader industry trends towards precision agriculture and genetic innovation. The new facility is expected to play a crucial role in producing robust hybrid seeds that can withstand varying climatic conditions while maintaining high productivity.