The Central Potato Research Institute is located at

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Shimla

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The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) is located at Shimla.

– The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) is a premier research institution under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
– It was established in 1949 and its headquarters are located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
– CPRI conducts research on various aspects of potato cultivation, breeding, pest and disease management, and post-harvest technology.

Shimla is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and provides a suitable environment for potato research, especially regarding hill agriculture. CPRI has several regional research stations across India to cater to different agro-climatic conditions suitable for potato cultivation.

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