Peru: INIA's work to promote crops of high genetic value stands out

Published Jul 13, 2021

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The National Institute of Agrarian Innovation (INIA) has successfully improved the productivity and competitiveness of over 25,000 small farmers in Peru by introducing new, high-quality cultivars and establishing 12 modern laboratory complexes. This initiative, backed by significant investment, has led to the development of advanced technologies, seeds, and infrastructure, contributing to a significant improvement in agricultural output. These efforts have seen the introduction of new crops with enhanced resistance to pests and diseases, increased yield, and improved nutritional value, benefiting both farmers and the agro-export market. Additionally, INIA's investment in research and innovation projects has further supported small farmers by providing crucial training, enhancing agricultural infrastructure, and implementing advanced technological solutions, thereby strengthening the agricultural sector in Peru.

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The National Institute of Agrarian Innovation (INIA) highlighted having allowed, in the last 3 years, more than 25,000 small farmers to improve the quality and competitiveness of their agricultural production with an agro-export approach. According to the institution, this was achieved with the release of 30 new cultures with high genetic value and the implementation of 12 modern laboratory complexes. The head of INIA, Jorge Maicelo Quintana, during the start of activities for the 43 years of institutional life of the entity, pointed out that the contribution of scientific research has been vital for the development of technologies and innovations in favor of the farmer. He argued that these new cultivars, developed and released by INIA through its Agricultural Experiment Stations in the regions, are characterized by increasing production between 10 to 12 tons per hectare, are resistant to pests and diseases, have adequate levels of nutrients and vitamins, as well as adapt to ...

Source: PEagronoticias