Mod 12: Key Seed and Extension Institutions (BRBN & BAMETI)

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Bihar Rajya Beej Nigam Limited

The main functions of the Nigam are to encourage seed production, seed processing, and seed distribution. Presently, the Nigam has seed processing operations at six centres: Kudra (Kaimur), Sherghati (Gaya), Hajipur (Vaishali), Bihta, Bhagalpur and Begusarai. The other functions of the Nigam include:

Production of foundation seed, produced from state agricultural sectors.

Production and storage of certified seeds, produced through foundation seeds obtained from the farms of progressive farmers.

Processing and tagging of certified seeds in the processing unit, after processing and certification; and seed distribution through various schemes at subsidized rates operated by the Department of Agriculture.

Bihar Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (BAMETI)

The BAMETI is a state-level training institute, which plays an important role in incorporating new technologies in the services of agricultural extension in the state. BAMETI is an autonomous institution, registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. It provides training and training-related materials to the different departments of the State Government by contacting various technology and management institutes for new programmes as per demand. Its main purpose is:

To promote modern technologies in agricultural extension management of the state by establishing coordination of reputed institutions at regional and national levels.

BAMETI aims to conduct research on the impediments related to agricultural extension management, policy and provide appropriate guidance at every level.

The Institute aims to resolve the issues related to agriculture through modern techniques for better management of human and natural resources.

The Institute aims to do field-based research in the field of agricultural extension management to improve knowledge sharing among the different stakeholders.

⭐ Key Points

To promote modern technologies in agricultural extension management of the state by establishing coordination of reputed institutions at regional and national levels.
BAMETI aims to conduct research on the impediments related to agricultural extension management, policy and provide appropriate guidance at every level.
The Institute aims to resolve the issues related to agriculture through modern techniques for better management of human and natural resources.
The Institute aims to do field-based research in the field of agricultural extension management to improve knowledge sharing among the different stakeholders.

📌 One-line Q&A

To promote modern technologies in agricultural extension management of the state — by establishing coordination of reputed institutions at regional and national levels.
BAMETI aims to conduct research on the impediments related to — agricultural extension management, policy and provide appropriate guidance at every level.
The Institute aims to resolve the issues related to agriculture — through modern techniques for better management of human and natural resources.
The Institute aims to do field-based research in the field of — agricultural extension management to improve knowledge sharing among the different stakeholders.

Questions 2 MCQs

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Question 1: Under which Act is BAMETI registered as an autonomous institution?

Correct Option: (B) Societies Registration Act, 1860

Question 2: At how many centres does Bihar Rajya Beej Nigam presently operate seed processing facilities?

Correct Option: (B) 6 centres

Question 1 of 2

One-liners

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To promote modern technologies in agricultural extension management of the state ______

by establishing coordination of reputed institutions at regional and national levels.

BAMETI aims to conduct research on the impediments related to ______

agricultural extension management, policy and provide appropriate guidance at every level.

The Institute aims to resolve the issues related to agriculture ______

through modern techniques for better management of human and natural resources.

The Institute aims to do field-based research in the field of ______

agricultural extension management to improve knowledge sharing among the different stakeholders.