
Since its establishment in 1954, AERC has been a pioneering research centre dedicated to advancing agricultural economics through evidence-based studies, policy evaluation, and field research across India.
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AERC's research covers key areas such as farm management, production economics, irrigation, watershed development, agricultural credit, market systems, rural employment, technology adoption, and natural resource conservation. Through extensive field surveys, long-term datasets, and applied economic analysis, the Centre continues to support informed policymaking and sustainable development of India's agriculture and rural economy in alignment with the Viksit Bharat Mission.
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Flagship Contributions
AERC has made significant contributions to agricultural economics through research that informs national and state-level decision-making.
Agricultural Policy Studies
Irrigation & Watershed Research
Rural Economy Analysis
Crop & Market Research