Various technology transfer programs including training, front-line demonstrations, exhibitions, kisan melas, publication of extension literature etc., organised by the institute resulted in enhanced adoption of palms technologies in palms and cocoa.
Technology transfer programmes of the institute are strengthened by the use of Information and Communication Technologies, including Video Conferencing.
Statistical methods as applicable to plantation crops have been refined.
Agriculture Technology Information Centre (ATIC) at the institute functions as single window system for various technology guidance, diagnostic services and supply of planting materials and other technology inputs.
Large scale sample surveys are being conducted for production, forecasting and estimation of yield loss.
The trends in domestic and international prices of the mandate crops are being analysed.
Policy research on various aspects of palms and cocoa are being carried out.
