Vision

Our vision is “Sweetening Lives through Sugarcane Research and Innovation, which includes;

1. Breeding of High-Yielding Varieties

To develop and disseminate high-yielding crop varieties that thrive in local conditions, ensuring food security and prosperity for farmers.

2. Reduction in Crop Loss

To minimize crop losses due to pests, diseases, and environmental factors, safeguarding agricultural productivity and farmer livelihoods.

3. Improvement in Disease Resistance and Drought Tolerance

To breed crops with enhanced disease resistance and drought tolerance, empowering farmers to adapt to climate change and ensure sustainable agriculture.

4. Resource Efficiency

To optimize water, fertilizer, and pesticide use in agriculture, promoting sustainable practices and minimizing environmental impact.

5. Sugar Extraction Efficiency

To maximize sugar extraction rates from raw materials, ensuring efficient production processes and minimizing waste.

6. Reduction in Wastage

To minimize wastage during sugar processing, promoting efficient use of resources and reducing environmental footprint.

7. Value-Added Products

To develop innovative value-added products from sugarcane by-products, unlocking new revenue streams and promoting sustainable agriculture.

8. Commercialization of By-Product Innovations

To successfully commercialize by-product innovations, driving economic growth and creating new opportunities for stakeholders.

9. Job Creation

To create employment opportunities in sugar research, production, and processing, contributing to economic development and community prosperity.

10. Contribution to GDP

To significantly contribute to the country’s GDP through sugar research institutes, driving economic growth and development.