PME Cell: Priority setting, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Cell coordinates and monitors all the in-house, network, collaborative and external funded projects run in the institute. It helps in effective, timely and successful implementation and completion of the projects/ programmes, which in turn reflect in the growth and development of the institute. Indeed, the research to be pertinent to the needs of the farmers and society requires priority setting, monitoring and evaluation, and becomes a vital issue in management of research.

Significant Research Achievements

Efficient cropping zone in Jharkhand: Studies indicated that in Jharkhand, five districts are most efficient regions for maize (Rabi), nine districts for wheat, six districts for pigeon pea, three districts for lentil, six districts for potato and five districts for guava as in these areas both the RYI and the RSI were high. In some of the districts, RSI was more for a particular crop, while the RYI was low indicating non suitability of that crop. However, due to other factors such as market demand and value of the produce, farmers cultivate the crops that are not suitable for their location which relates to high RSI with low RYI.

Wheat varieties and genotypes for acidic soil: Forty-five advance breeding lines were evaluated for yield and associated traits under acidic and limed soil condition, out of which one line viz., GK-16 was identified to be superior as compared to the check, HD 2967. Wheat varieties DBW 335 and HD 3360 were also found superior under +Phosphorus and -Phosphorus conditions, respectively.

Maize inbred lines for acidic soil: Inbreds P53, P66, P37, P100, P60, P90, P59, and P36 showed better adaptation to acidic soil, making them suitable as parental lines for hybrid development. IMR349, IMR543, IMR534, and IMR476 were also identified as aluminium (Al) toxicity-tolerant genotypes. Thirty-eight elite maize inbred lines have been developed using local landraces and private-sector hybrids through rigorous cycles of phenotypic selection and self-pollination. These lines hold promising diversity for yield traits, stress resilience and wider adaptability, specifically suited to agro-climatic conditions of Eastern India.

High-yielding baby corn and Maize hybrids: The Baby corn hybrids CR105, CR174, CR99, CR168, CR70, and CR87 were found superior performers in terms of yield stability and fodder production across the tested location of Jharkhand. Four hybrids (DMRH 1419, IMH-8-101, IQPMH-18-2, and DMRH 1417 (SMH-5)) out yielded the check variety and found to be moderately resistant to all the major diseases and insect pests in different zones of Jharkhand.

Mungbean germplasm for low phosphorus tolerance: Nine superior accessions (IC0105576, IC0392343, IC0398988, IC0400063, IC0400174, IC0565278, IC0623693, IC0639817, IC0610380) were identified with enhanced phosphorus use efficiency compared to tolerant and susceptible checks. The screening also identified five top-performing recombinant inbred lines (RILs) - RIL 37, RIL 22, RIL 63, RIL 135, and RIL 144 - for further use in lentil breeding programs targeting aluminium toxicity and low phosphorus tolerance.

Lentil varieties and germplasm for low phosphorus tolerance: The lentil varieties PDL-1 and PSL-9 have shown promising yield potential in agroclimatic conditions of Jharkhand. Two potential entries, PAL 14 and PAL 15 have been found promising candidates for rice fallow ecosystem for rabi season fallow. The top five efficient genotypes identified for phosphorus use efficiency were IC0623666, IC78460, IC260897, IC78449, and IC78455.

Pigeon pea cultivar for Jharkhand: Across different AICRP trials, IPA 15-21 recorded a pooled yield of 2083 kg/ha, 9.1% superior to all checks. In Jharkhand state centres (Ranchi & Chianki), IPA 15-21 displayed an impressive 55.84% yield superiority (2288 kg/ha) over the best check IPA-203.

Tissue culture protocol for regeneration in pigeon pea: A tissue culture-based regeneration and transformation protocol has been successfully developed using the embryo axis of pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan). Shooting efficiency was 82% for Pusa 992 and 77% for Asha, with nearly 100% rooting efficiency in half-strength MS medium containing 15 g/L sucrose and 0.5 mg/L IAA. Regenerated plants showed 90% survival after transplantation into pots.

Papaya germplasm collected from hot-spot area: A papaya gene pool was identified in tribal backyard gardens across hot-spot regions of Jharkhand. A fine-grid survey in Bandgaon, Murhu, Karra, and Khuntpani documented 28 diverse papaya types with varied fruit shapes, sizes (0.76-3.9 kg), and TSS (10-15° Brix).

Pointed guard germplasm collection and conservation: Eighteen pointed gourd germplasm were collected from farmers’ fields and research institutions and maintained at the institute farm. Two promising genotypes suitable for generating variability and hybrid crosses have been identified.

Fruit crops at IARI-Jharkhand: The germplasm/varieties of potential fruit crops (Mango-38, Guava-12, Jamun-3, Litchi-7, Ber-3, Sapota-5, custard apple-3, Jack fruit-2, Citrus-7, Grapes-4, Bael-5 and Aonla-6 number of gentypes) were collected from different places of the country and these have been established in the research farm of IARI, Jharkhand for their performance evaluation.

Optimized maize yield through nano-urea spray: Averaged over fertilizers, grain yield under control was 2.33 t/ha, which was increased to 6.78 t/ha with the application of 120 kg/ha + 2 spray of nano-fertilizer. Yield increased due to incremental N was significant up to the highest application rate. One-season results indicated the possibility of increasing grain yield in maize consequent to use of nano-urea (2 sprays) over and above of recommended dose of nitrogen application through prilled urea.

Biochar enhances soil pH and crop productivity in acidic soil: Soil pH was found 12.8-16.9% higher in biochar-applied soil compared to initial soil pH. The global warming potential was found to be lower in biochar-applied treatment compared to non-biochar-applied treatments. Wheat yield was found about 25% and 45% higher under biochar treatments @ 5t/ha and 10 t/ha, respectively. Higher yield was also observed in rice yields, however, difference was insignificant.

Greenhouse gas and ammonia emission from cow dungs: GHG and NH3 emissions were found significantly higher from the dungs of crossbreed (CB) compared to indigenous breed (IB) of cattle in all the composting experiment. The global warming potential (GWP) due to emission of CH₄ + N₂O was about 1.7- 2.3 times higher for CB cattle compared to IB cattle.

Soil microbes ‘Native Diazotrophs’ for acidic soils: Three diazotrophic bacteria-Brucella oryzae, Brucella ciceri, and Pseudomonas nitroreducens were isolated from acidic soils in Jharkhand, demonstrating strong nitrogen-fixing and plant growth-promoting capabilities. Vermiculite + paddy straw compost-based diazotrophic consortium (Brucella oryzae, B. ciceri, Pseudomonas nitroreducens) has been developed to enhance rice productivity in acidic soils under DSR and TPR planting methods.

Goat and Pig farming in Jharkhand: For goat, farming semi-scavenging system is widely practiced, especially near forest land, barren, or uncultivable areas. However, most goat farmers are resource-poor and lack awareness of scientific management and health care practices. Indigenous pigs farrowed at 15-16 months, while crossbred pigs did so earlier at 12-14 months. Litter sizes were 6-10 for indigenous pigs and 10-14 for crossbred pigs. Growth performance varied significantly, with indigenous pigs reaching 35 kg and crossbred pigs 70 kg at 12 months. Poor diet quality-mainly low-protein crop by-products was a key factor in slow growth.

Performance evaluation of freshwater fish: Experimentation involved stocking five carp varieties viz., catla (Catla catla), rohu (Labeo rohita), common carp (Cyprinus carpio), grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella), and black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) in triplicate at 4 fish/m² has been initiated.

Approved Projects:

Institute projects

CRSCIARIJSIL2021001XXXXX: Genetic improvement of pigeon pea for yield and yield attributing traits under Jharkhand conditions [Workers: PI - Monu Kumar, Co-PIs- Kumar Durgesh, Anima Mahato, Preeti Singh, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Sougata Bhatacharjee]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021002XXXXX: Genetic enhancement of maize for drought and soil acidity conditions [Workers: PI - Santosh Kumar, Co-PIs - Preeti Singh, Ashok Kumar, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, Akash A., S.N. Giri.]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021003XXXXX: Genetic improvement for yield enhancement and resistance to abiotic stresses in mungbean and lentil [Workers: PI - Anima Mahato, Co-PIs- Gyan Prakash Mishra, Preeti Singh, Dharmendra Singh, Monu Kumar, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Krishna Prakash]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021004XXXXX: Genetic improvement of papaya for yield and quality enhancement [Workers: PI - Vishal Nath, Co-PIs - Santosh Kumar, Krishna Prakash, Akash A., Narendra Singh, Pavitha K.N., Niranjan Kumar ]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021005XXXXX: Preparation of GIS based soil physico-chemical and biological map of ICAR-IARI, Jharkhand farm [Workers: PI - Preeti Singh, CoPIs - Manoj Chaudhary, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Pankaj Kumar Sinha]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021006XXXXX: Performance evaluation of milch bovines and goats under different feeding and management systems in Jharkhand [Workers: PI - S.K. Mahanta, Co-PIs- Shilpi Kerketta, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, Manoj Chaudhary, Monika M, Nuzaiba P M, A.K. Giri, Pavithra K N]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021007XXXXX: Improvement of wheat for quality and cropping system perspective (Workers: PI - Priya Ranjan Kumar, Co-PIs - K K Singh, Surya Prakash, Manoj Chaudhary, Himani Priya, Asha Kumari, Ashok Kumar, B, N. Mandal, Akash A., Pavitra K.N.]
CRSCIARIJSIL2021008XXXXX: Genetic improvement of Parwal/Pointed Gourd for yield and quality enhancement [Workers: PI - Krishna Prakash, Co-PIs - Vishal Nath, Sougata Bhattacharjee, Ashok Kumar, Ranjit Singh, Saheb Pal, Narendra Singh, Akash A., Shanon Sangma]
CRSCIARIJSIL2022009XXXXX: Assessment and mapping of natural resources of IARIJharkhand [Workers: PI - Dipak Kumar Gupta, Co-PIs - Vishal Nath, Manoj Chaudhary, Preeti Singh, Krishna Prakash, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, Shilpi Kerketta, Kashinath Teli, A.K. Giri]
CRSCIARIJSIL2022010XXXXX : Development and evaluation of bio-inoculum for abiotic stress and nutrient management for acidic soil conditions of Jharkhand [Workers: PI - Himani Priya, Co-PIs - Manoj Chaudhary, Asha Kumari, Ranjit Singh, Akash A.]
CRSCIARIJSIL2022011XXXXX : Identification of sustainable cropping systems under natural farming practices for medium land/upland of Jharkhand [Workers: PI - Dipak Kumar Gupta, Co-PIs - Anima Mahato, Shilpi Kerketta, Manoj Chaudhary, Himani Priya, Shanon N Sangma, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, Kashinath Teli, Pavithra K.N., Narendra Singh, Saheb Pal]
CRSCIARIJSIL2022012XXXXX : Development of ICT based location specific animal advisory service to livestock farmers of Jharkhand [Workers: PI- Shilpi Kerketta, Co- PIs- S K Mahanta, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, B N Mandal, Subrata Manna, Monika M., Nuzaiba P.M., A.K. Giri]
CRSCIARIJSIL2023013XXXXX : Performance evaluation of fruit crops and varieties under edapho-climatic conditions [Workers: PI - Narendra Singh, Co-PIs - Vishal Nath, Krishna Prakash, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Akash A and B N Mandal]
CRSCIARIJSIL2023014XXXXX: Genetic improvement of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) [Workers: PI- Saheb Pal, Co-PIs- Krishna Prakash, Asharani Patel, Sougata Bhatterchjee and B N Mandal]
CRSCIARIJSIL2023015XXXXX: Dissipation dynamics and residue analysis of Tembotrione and Pyroxasulfone in speciality corns [Workers: PI- Shanon N Sangma, Co-PIs- Kashinath G Teli, Niranjan Kumar, Santosh Kumar, Himani Priya, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Pavithra K N]
CRSCIARIJSIL2023016XXXXX : Performance evaluation of important freshwater fish varieties under captivity conditions of Jharkhand [Workers: PI- A.K. Giri, Co-PIs- Nuzaiba P M, Shilpi Kerketta, D K Gupta, P.K. Sinha, Pavithra K N, Monika M, S K Mahanta]
CRSCIARIJSIL2023017XXXXX: Evaluation of kharif potato-wheat cropping system in Jharkhand condition for productivity, biotic and abiotic stress tolerance [Workers: PIAsha Kumari, Co-PIs- Sougata Bhattacherjee, Sarla Yadav, B N Mandal, Manoj Chaudhary, Chandan Maharana, Himani Priya, Priya Ranjan Kumar]
CRSCIARIJSIL2023018XXXXX : Identification, characterization and validation of early flowering and determinacy traitassociated genes in pigeon pea’ [Workers: PISougata Bhattacharjee, Priya Ranjan Kumar, Monu Kumar, Durgesh Kumar, Asha Kumari, Debasis Pattanayak]

Externally Funded projects:

CRSCIARIJSOL2021001XXXXX (NABARD Funded): Sustainable intensification of pulses in rice fallow ecosystem for nutritional and livelihood security in Jharkhand [Workers: Vishal Nath (Coordinator), Anima Mahato (PI), Monu Kumar, Santosh Kumar, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Krishna Prakash, Preeti Singh, Shilpi Kerketta]
CRSCIARIJSOL2021002XXXXX (NABARD Funded): Popularization of bio fortified maize hybrids (QPM+Pro Vit. A enriched) for sustainable nutritional security and up-scaling of entrepreneurship to boost up farmer’s income in Jharkhand [Workers: Vishal Nath (Coordinator), Santosh Kumar (PI), Anima Mahato, Monu Kumar, Preeti Singh, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Pankaj Kumar Sinha, Krishna Prakash, Shilpi Kerketta, Ashok Kumar, Firoz Hussain]
CRSCIARIJSOL2021003XXXXX (DACFW/ MOA Funded): Creation of Seed Infrastructure Facilities under SMSP for ICAR-IARI, Gauriakarma, barhi, Hazaribag, Jharkhand [Workers: Priya Ranjan Kumar (PI)]
CRSCIARIJSOL2023004XXXXX (Plan India (an Indian NGO) Funded): Providing consultancy and technological backstopping for Balika shivir: Accelerated learning centre for adolescent girls in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand [Workers: Pankaj Kumar Sinha (PI), Shilpi Kerketta, Vishal Nath, Dipak Kumar Gupta, Niranjan Kumar, Asharani Patel, Krishna Prakash]
CRSCIARIJCOP2022005XXXXX (ICARATARI, Patna Funded): Agri-drone project [Workers: Pankaj Kumar Sinha (PI), Dipak Kumar Gupta, Monu Kumar, Krishna Prakash, Santosh Kumar, Ashok Kumar, Shanon N Sangma, Himani Priya]
CRSCIARIJCOP2021006XXXXX (AICMIP): All India Coordinated Maize Improvement programme, Voluntary Centre, IARI, Gauriakarma, Jharkhand [Workers: Santosh Kumar]

Network Projects:

AICRP on maize (Voluntary centre). PI: Dr. Santosh Kumar

Technologies and Publications