New Delhi: The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) has signed and exchanged a licensing agreement with Navshali Innovations Private Limited for the transfer and commercialization of an advanced dairy technology developed by CSIR-CEERI Pilani. The agreement focuses on the Milk Mastitis Detection System, a technology designed to improve cattle health and dairy productivity in India.
The agreement was formally exchanged in Pilani, Rajasthan, marking a key step in strengthening India’s science-to-industry innovation pipeline.
Boost to Indigenous Dairy Technology and Commercialization
The technology transfer ceremony was attended by senior officials from NRDC and CSIR-CEERI, highlighting the growing collaboration between research institutions and private industry.
This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of indigenous scientific innovations in India’s dairy sector, ensuring faster commercialization of laboratory-developed technologies.
The system is expected to enable:
- Early detection of mastitis in cattle
- Improved milk yield and quality
- Reduction in economic losses for dairy farmers
- Faster on-site diagnostic capabilities
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About the Milk Mastitis Detection System
The Milk Mastitis Detection System, developed by CSIR-CEERI Pilani, is an advanced diagnostic solution designed to detect mastitis infection in dairy cattle at an early stage.
Key benefits of the technology include:
- Rapid and accurate detection of mastitis
- Improved milk safety and quality standards
- Enhanced dairy farm productivity
- Easy on-field usability for farmers and veterinarians
By making diagnosis more accessible and efficient, the system is expected to strengthen animal health management across India’s dairy ecosystem.
Strengthening Science-to-Market Innovation Pipeline
The National Research Development Corporation plays a critical role in bridging the gap between research laboratories and industry by facilitating technology transfer and commercialization of scientific innovations.
This agreement reinforces NRDC’s mission of promoting:
- Lab-to-market technology transition
- Commercial use of indigenous research
- Industry adoption of public sector innovations
It also highlights India’s growing focus on turning scientific research into practical solutions for rural and agricultural development.
CSIR-CEERI’s Contribution to Rural Innovation
CSIR-CEERI Pilani has been actively developing electronic and embedded system-based technologies for agriculture and allied sectors.
The Milk Mastitis Detection System is part of its broader innovation framework aimed at solving real-world challenges in rural and dairy farming communities through science and engineering applications.
Navshali Innovations to Drive Market Deployment
Under the agreement, Navshali Innovations Private Limited, based in Karnal, will be responsible for the commercialization, production, and distribution of the technology.
The company is expected to:
- Scale production of the detection system
- Make the technology accessible to dairy farmers and cooperatives
- Support wider adoption across India’s dairy sector
Significance for India’s Dairy Industry
The introduction of this technology is expected to strengthen India’s dairy ecosystem by:
- Enabling early disease detection in cattle
- Improving milk productivity and quality standards
- Supporting rural income enhancement
- Promoting indigenous agri-tech innovation
The initiative also aligns with India’s broader vision of self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat) in agriculture and technology development.
Technology Transfer Ceremony Highlights
The agreement was officially exchanged at Pilani in the presence of:
- Dr. P. C. Panchariya, Director, CSIR-CEERI Pilani
- Senior officials from NRDC
- Representatives of Navshali Innovations
The event underscored continued collaboration between India’s research ecosystem and private sector stakeholders.
About NRDC
The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) is a government enterprise that promotes the commercialization of technologies developed by public-funded research institutions in India. It plays a key role in technology transfer, licensing, and bridging the gap between research and industry, enabling scientific innovations to reach markets and benefit society.
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