The Plant Tissue Culture Scene in India : [II] Financial Considerations for Technology Sustainability*

Abstract

As a part of our ongoing study on the various interactions of the plant tissue culture (PTC) industry and as a part of a project (under CSIR Emeritus Scientist Scheme), on "Study and Development of Models for Transfer of Tissue Culture Technologies", the influence of financial policies on the PTC industry has been investigated. We have interacted with several financial managers as well as industry personnel, in order to identify the barriers as well as possible solutions in order to overcome the limiting factors. This communication is a brief compilation of the views expressed by these two groups. The PERT (Project Evaluation and Review Techniques) network analysis for a test case of establishment of a micro propagation project further illustrates the influence of the financial aspects of the PTC industry. The implications of these analyses may provide guidelines in formulating effective mechanisms for the sustenance of the industry.