Kochi, June 5 -- As scientists working closely with farming communities, the Union Government anticipates a measurable rise in income levels and overall rural prosperity, ICAR Deputy Director General (Animal Science) Dr Raghavendra Bhatta has said.

"The ongoing 'Lab to Land' initiative under the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan would significantly enhance productivity in the coming seasons. A substantial rise in output is expected across crops, animal husbandry and fisheries", Dr Raghavendra Bhatta, who is also VKSA Coordinator for Kerala, Karnataka and Lakshadweep, said.

Technological innovations and scientific solutions being introduced among the farming community across 700 districts in the country would play a crucial role in transformin...