Council for Advance Agriculture Research & Promotion

India’s agricultural sector is at a defining crossroads—where traditional wisdom meets modern science, and grassroots farming practices must align with innovation, sustainability, and global opportunities. The Council for Advance Agriculture Research & Promotion (CAARP) was established to support and strengthen this transformation through research, collaboration, and farmer-focused initiatives.

CAARP serves as a national platform dedicated to advancing Indian agriculture by integrating scientific research, sustainable practices, and inclusive development models that directly benefit farmers and agri-stakeholders.

Our Purpose & Vision

CAARP works with a clear and committed purpose: to strengthen Indian agriculture through research-driven innovation and knowledge-led promotion. The Council bridges the gap between farmers, researchers, policymakers, agri-entrepreneurs, and institutions, ensuring that advancements in research and policy translate into real, measurable impact at the field level.

Our long-term vision is to build a resilient, research-oriented, and farmer-empowered agricultural ecosystem that supports food security, rural livelihoods, and environmental sustainability.

Aligning with National Agricultural Priorities

CAARP actively supports and aligns its initiatives with key national objectives, including:

Doubling farmers’ income

Promoting natural, organic, and sustainable farming practices

Strengthening agri-exports and value chains

Encouraging agri-startups and rural entrepreneurship

Supporting climate-resilient and resource-efficient agriculture

All programs are designed to be forward-looking, yet deeply rooted in India’s diverse agricultural realities and regional needs.

Farmer-Centric Approach

At the heart of CAARP’s mission lies the Indian farmer. We recognize farmers not only as producers, but as innovators, custodians of soil health, and vital contributors to the nation’s food and nutritional security.

CAARP focuses on empowering farmers through knowledge, access, and opportunity—ensuring that progress in agriculture is inclusive, practical, and sustainable.

What We Do

CAARP works across research, capacity building, and policy advocacy to create meaningful impact:

Promoting applied research that addresses real, field-level agricultural challenges

Encouraging affordable and practical technology adoption for small and marginal farmers

Supporting training, skill development, and knowledge access across farming communities

Facilitating market linkages, value addition, and agri-business opportunities

Advocating evidence-based policy dialogue informed by grassroots experience

Building an Integrated Agricultural Ecosystem

CAARP believes the future of Indian agriculture lies in integration— of science with soil, policy with practice, and innovation with inclusion.

By bringing together experts, institutions, and farming communities, the Council aims to create an ecosystem where productivity increases, risks are reduced, and rural prosperity grows sustainably.

More Than a Council — A Movement

CAARP is not just an organization.
It is a movement towards a research-led, sustainable, and farmer-first agricultural India—where innovation empowers farmers, research drives progress, and agriculture becomes a strong foundation for national growth.

Our Advisory Board

Guiding Minds Behind CAARP

Our Advisory Board brings together experienced professionals from agriculture, research, policy, and allied sectors. Their collective guidance ensures that CAARP’s initiatives remain research-driven, farmer-centric, and aligned with India’s evolving agricultural landscape.