BIS Releases IS 20201:2026 for Indigenous Crops

The Bureau of Indian Standards released IS 20201:2026 to safeguard indigenous crop varieties and support Sustainable Development Goal 2.

The Department of Consumer Affairs said BIS released IS 20201:2026 to support the protection of indigenous crop varieties. The standard is linked to food security and Sustainable Development Goal 2, which focuses on zero hunger and sustainable agriculture. Such standards can support conservation, quality recognition and structured use of traditional crop resources. The topic is relevant for agriculture, biodiversity, standardisation and sustainable development.