To coordinate in promotion of horticulture / agriculture development through use of plastics in agriculture ( Plasticulture) with special reference to harnessing available natural resources such as water and sunlight in improving the productivity and quality of the produce
To recommend suitable policy measures for promotion of plasticulture in the country.
To facilitate increased adoption of various Plasticulture applications like drip and sprinkler irrigation systems, protected cultivation, community tanks, post harvest management, etc.
To facilitate in promotion of Research and Development and to build data base in plasticulture.
To suggest suitable strategies in development of quality standards for products used in plasticulture and ensure proper adoption of such standards in the field.
To suggest ways and means for effective implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes on Micro-irrigation having integration with NHM, TMNE, RKVY, etc. in relation to plasticulture components in these schemes.
To supervise and monitor effectively the performance of Precision Farming Development Centres (PFDCs) in particular and overall development of Precision Farming methods and hi-tech interventions in general in the country.
Any other matter connected with promotion of plasticulture in the country.
