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Keylong Selected for India’s Second Crop Gene Bank to Ensure Long-Term Germplasm Conservation


Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: January 21, 2026 18:30

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India is setting up its second National Crop Gene Bank in Keylong, Himachal Pradesh, with an investment of ₹500 crore. The facility will conserve up to 10 lakh germplasm samples, serving as a strategic backup to Delhi’s existing gene bank. Keylong’s natural cold climate ensures energy-efficient, long-term preservation of biodiversity.

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