SCHEDULE AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ONLINE VIDEO CONFERENCE INTERVIEW AND IN-PERSON INTERVIEW OF YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-1 AGAINST Advt. (DOGR/08(1)/2026
Bhima Super
A red onion variety from DOGR has been identified for release for kharif season in Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu...
Bhima Omkar
The variety has been recommended for cultivation in the states of Gujarat, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi. The variety matures in 120-135 days and average yield of the variety is 8-14 t/ha. The variety is susceptible to thrips. The variety produces medium size compact white bulbs...
Bhima Dark Red
This onion variety from DOGR has been identified for release in Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu for kharif season. Average marketable yield is 20-22 t/ha...
Director's Desk
"Onion and garlic are two important essential vegetable commodities used mostly for culinary purpose. Beside culinary uses, these also have several medicinal values. Being a prime Institute exclusively on these two commodities, ICAR-DOGR continued various research, extension and development activities related to onion and garlic crops. "
- Dr. Ram Dutta, Acting Director
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ICAR-DOGR Marks 98th ICAR Foundation Day with Campus Plantation Drive
16th to 31st Dec 2025
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Swachhta Pakhwada 2025
16th to 31st Dec 2025
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Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada 2025
1st to 15th Nov 2025
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OBSERVANCE OF VIGILANCE AWARENESS WEEK
27 October 2025 to 2 November 2025
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Special Campaign 5.0 2025
2nd Oct to 31st Oct 2025
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Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2025 ( स्वच्छोत्सव )
17ᵗʰ Sep to 2ⁿᵈ Oct 2025
Announcement for inviting applicants in Agri-Business Incubation programme 2020-21 at ICAR-DOGR, Pune
Transforming Garlic into Gold: Alunt Agro Products Pvt. Ltd.
₹8 lakh/year turnover | 25% profit margin | Supported by ABI-ICAR-DOGR.
Sunil Shamrao Ingawale’s Alunt Agro Products introduced black garlic to the Indian market, leveraging its nutritional benefits. Extensive research led Sunil to develop a unique fermentation process, creating a product rich in antioxidants. ABI ICAR-DOGR provided critical support through technical guidance, lab testing, and patent facilitation...
Reviving Tribal Heritage: Vanastha
₹8 lakh/year turnover | 20-25% profit margin | Supported by ABI-ICAR-DOGR.
Vanastha, founded by Sushma Shinde, revives the traditional use of the mahua tree among tribal communities. The tree’s declining utilization due to its association with liquor production prompted Sushma to innovate, creating Ayurvedic products such as mahua ladoos and diabetic-friendly rice varieties...
Innovating Onion Processing: The Story of Satpro Food Processing
₹60 lakh/year turnover | 25-30% profit margin | Supported by ABI-ICAR-DOGR.
Swati Maichael Gaikwad’s journey is a shining example of resilience and innovation. After a career setback due to health issues, she transformed her expertise in Agri-Biotechnology into a thriving business. Initially exploring grape processing, Swati pivoted to onion processing after market analysis revealed its vast potential. With two years of meticulous research, she founded Satpro Food Processing (OPC) Pvt. Ltd., specializing in low-oil fried onions and dehydrated products....
Farmer Collectivization: Palanduh Farmer Producer Company
₹8 lakh/year turnover | 25% profit margin | Supported by ABI-ICAR-DOGR.
Strategic partnerships with national and international organizations, along with collaborations with the Department of Horticulture and banks, have strengthened the FPC’s financial and operational foundation. ABI ICAR-DOGR facilitated workshops on organic fertilizers and pest management, significantly improving crop quality. Furthermore, access to small loans enabled members to scale operations effectively....
Empowering Women: Kukadi Mahila Swayam Sahayata Samuha
₹12 lakh/year turnover | ₹5 lakh cumulative profit | Supported by ABI-ICAR-DOGR.
Ashwini Narawade’s leadership has transformed Kukadi Mahila Swayam SahayataSamuha into a beacon of women-led entrepreneurship. Inspired by a Block Development Officer’s suggestion, Ashwini formed a self-help group to produce health-focused agro-products. With ABI ICAR-DOGR’s support, the group developed high-quality virgin coconut oil and onion seed oil, overcoming challenges such as odor management....
