Indian Agricultural Research Institute

Indian Agricultural Research Institute flags illegal cultivation of its basmati varieties in Pakistan, posing challenges for Indian farmers and exporters.

IARI director demands legal action against unscrupulous seed firms in Pakistan.
PB-1121, PB-6, PB-1509, and newer IARI varieties illegally cultivated in Pakistan.
Pakistan's basmati exports lower than India's but gaining momentum.
Depreciation of Pakistani rupee aids its basmati exports to EU and UK.
Indian exporters concerned about the exploitation of their research efforts.