Teaching :

1. Exclusive jurisdiction over Jammu Division for fruit production education activities. 2. Offering comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Fruit Science, ensuring educational excellence.

Research :

1. Exclusive jurisdiction over Jammu Division for fruit production research activities. 2. Advancing knowledge through cutting-edge research in fruit crops, genetics, sustainable practices, and post-harvest management. 3. Spearheading innovative breeding programs for developing superior fruit varieties with enhanced quality and disease resistance

Extension :

1. Exclusive jurisdiction over Jammu Division for fruit production extension activities. 2. Sharing research findings and technical expertise through extension education programs for growers and the wider community. 3. Providing specialized training sessions, lectures, and demonstrations for orchardists and fruit growers. 4. Guiding orchard management with comprehensive best practices, optimizing fruit production and quality.

The flagship areas:

• 1. Human resource development for horticultural research, focusing on production, breeding, and molecular research on fruit crops. 2. Establishing a bud wood bank and producing quality planting material for sub-tropical and temperate fruits in the Jammu province. 3. Developing resilient fruit varieties and adapting production systems to address the challenges of climate change.
• 1. Promoting sustainable, environmental friendly and resource-efficient practices in fruit production. 2. Encouraging high-density orcharding and providing expertise in canopy management. 3. Conserving genetic diversity of fruit crops for future utilization.
• 1. Collaborating with international institutes to stay updated on recent advances in fruit research. 2. Using molecular techniques for characterization, improvement, and in-vitro propagation of fruit crops. 3. Conducting basic and strategic research to develop cost-effective and viable technologies for fruit production as part of an integrated farming strategy.
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