Established in the year 1970, the Cotton Development and Research Association (CDRA) is aimed at strengthening the cotton value chain by involving various stakeholders.
Initially, the emphasis of CDRA was on the Research of varieties/hybrids which would meet the requirements of the industry for finer counts and increase the production and productivity of the cotton.
However, after the implementation of the Technology Mission on Cotton (TMC) by the Government of India in 2000, the CDRA withdrew from the research work and concentrated on extension work in various cotton- growing states of the country.
At present, CDRA is carrying out its activities in the states of Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh in association with various regional Textile Mills Associations, State Agriculture Departments, ICAR CICR, MoT & MoA&FW.
Goals: CITI CDRA
Adopting the latest technologies to improve productivity and reduce the cost of cultivation of farmers.
Trainings for adoption of integrated plant protection (IPP) and integrated nutrient management (INM) measures by the large no. of farmers
Promoting Good Agricultural Practices (GAPS) for enhancing yield, reducing costs of production, and increasing cotton farmer’s income.
Creating mass awareness regarding Pink Boll Worm attack on cotton Crop, its control, and also safe use of pesticides.
Method demonstration on Biopesticides.
Women empowerment and improving income generation.
Encouraging Kitchen gardening, intercropping and Border planting for improving the farmers nutrition uptake.
