Architecture and Planning (AR)
Plans, organizes and
overseas research and development projects; it also acts as a clearinghouse for
information pertaining to Agriculture Engineering. It works on the development
and demonstration of technologies for the mechanization of agriculture during
production and after employing both conventional and non- conventional energy
sources. This includes the mechanization of drainage and irrigation systems, as
well as the post-harvest and value adding of agriculture products and
byproducts. Its responsibility includes five institutes, six AICRPs, two AINPs
and four CRPs.