Digital Goa, October 5, 2025 – The Government of India’s Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPV&FRA) has invited proposals for funding support from the National Gene Fund to promote the conservation of plant genetic resources. The funding will cover two key areas — in-situ and ex-situ conservation of plant genetic resources, and strengthening the capacity of panchayats in carrying out such conservation and sustainable practices. The prescribed application format and general guidelines are available on the Authority’s official website — https://plantauthority.gov.in