National Seeds Policy, 2002 >> Thrust Areas

8.1 - Given the diversity of agro-climatic conditions, strong seed production infrastructure and market opportunities, India holds significant promise for export of seeds.

8.2 - Government will evolve a long term policy for export of seeds with a view to raise India's share of global seed export from the present level of less than 1% to 10% by the year 2020.

8.2.1 - The export policy will specifically encourage custom production of seeds for export and will be based on long term perspective, dispensing with case to case consideration of proposals.

8.3 - Establishment and strengthening of Seeds Export Promotion Zones with special incentives from the Government will be facilitated.

8.4 - A data bank will be created to provide information on the International Market and on export potential of Indian varieties in different parts of the world.

8.5 - A data base on availability of seeds of different crops to assess impact of exports on domestic availability of seeds will be created.

8.6 - Promotional programmes to improve the quality of Indian seeds to enhance its acceptability in the International Market will be taken up.

8.6.1.- Testing and certification facilities will be established in conformity with international requirements.