About AICRPM
Established in 1957, the All India Coordinated Maize Improvement Project was the pioneer of organized agricultural research in India.
Our Mandate
Enhancing the productivity, profitability, and competitiveness of maize and maize-based farming systems with economic and environmental sustainability.
Key Objectives
Execution of strategic and applied research for genetic improvement in yield, quality, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses.
Development of varieties and hybrids (emphasis on single cross) for Kharif, Rabi, and Spring seasons across specific Indian locations.
Development of efficient package of practices for increasing productivity across diverse farming environments.
Tailoring maize for diversified industrial uses: Quality Protein Maize (QPM), Baby corn, Sweet corn, and Bio-fuel.
Strategic research on post-harvest handling and value addition to maximize crop utility and market value.
Continuous maintenance, development, and evaluation of germplasm for advanced use in future breeding cycles.
Organization of breeder seed production programmes to ensure high-quality hybrid and cultivar availability.
Conducting on-farm research to effectively bridge the gap between attainable yield and realized yield on farmers' fields.