19 Oct 2023|Noida | Amity University, Noida
Amity University transfers its technology “Rootonic” to M/s Agriland Biotech Limited, for the benefit of farmers
Directorate of Innovation and Technology Transfer, Amity University Uttar Pradesh organized a Technology Transfer Agreement Signing Ceremony for transferring its technology, ‘Rootonic’ to M/S Agriland Biotech Limited, for the benefit of farmers.
“Rootonic” is a magic fungus (Piriformospora indica) that promotes agriculture, horticulture and productivity, discovered by Prof. (Dr.) Ajit Varma, Distinguished Scientist, Amity Institute of Microbial Technology. This is very unique symbiotic fungus which not only promotes plant growth but also has multi-functional activities which help in enhancing productivity, promotes early flowering and also helps in biological control of plant diseases.
A number of green-house experiments and field trials were conducted for “Rootonic”, in various parts of India including Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat, Kranataka, Delhi NCR and Rajasthan and the results showed a remarkable increase in productivity of various plants in these regions.
Highlighting the significance of the Technology Transfer Agreement, Mr. Mirag Mangukia, Executive Director, M/s Agriland Biotech Limited, said, “We are extremely delighted to sign the Technology Transfer Agreement with Amity University. Agriland is a leading agri-biotechnology organization in the country and the company is striving hard to develop environmentally sound products to keep up with the radical changes in today’s agricultural industry.”
Mr. Paresh Kundu, VP, R&D of M/s Agriland Biotech Limited, stated, “We would like to monetise decades of research done by the distinguished scientists of Amity University who have developed “Rootonic” and bridge the gap between industry and academia. Our company deals in Biological Fungicides, Biological Nematicides, Botanical Pesticides and this product will be a great value addition to our offerings.”
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. W. Selvamurthy, President ASTIF, averred, “This technology, “Rootonic”, has helped in improving productivity per hectare as observed in a number of experiments and case studies conducted by Amity researchers over the years, in various regions of the country. The Technology Transfer Agreement will foster collaborative research & development and capacity building between Amity University and M/S Agriland Biotech Limited.”
Also present on the occasion were Prof. (Dr.) Bhudev C. Das, Chairman, Amity Institute of Molecular Medicine and Stem Cell Research, Dr. Meenakshi Kanojia, Deputy Director, Directorate of Innovation and Technology Transfer and Dr. Amit Kharkwal, Deputy Director, Amity Institute of Microbial Technology.