
The Indian government aims to introduce the Seeds Bill 2025 in Parliament in February, targeting the first phase of the Budget session. This bill, which will replace the 1966 Seeds Act, includes provisions for mandatory registration of seed varieties, dealers, and producers to ensure quality and traceability. It also allows farmers to save and exchange farm-saved seeds without registration and outlines penalties for violations. The government is processing public suggestions received for the draft bill.
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