National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resource develops technology for distinguishing beef and buffalo meat

Q.  Name the organisation that has developed a technology to differentiate between beef and buffalo meat?
- Published on 13 Apr 15

a. National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resource
b. Indian Council of Agricultural Research
c. International Council of Agricultural Research
d. None of these

ANSWER: National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resource
 
In Haryana, National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resource (NBAGR), Karnal has developed a technology to differentiate between beef and buffalo meat. The technology is based on polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and it can easily differentiate accurately between the beef and buffalo meat. The international patent registration of the technology is underway. The technologies already available for it were expensive, while it would be economical.

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