India’s agricultural research began in Bihar’s Pusa. Comparing its bird diversity with colonial records can guide Indian agro biodiversity today

Category : Agriculture | Location : National  | Posted on 2026-02-16 06:06:45

The birthplace of Indian agriculture, located in Pusa (present-day Samastipur district of Bihar), is renowned for its British-inspired horse stud farm established in 1784. The evidence collected by British researchers of the time captures the historical importance of Pusa, with its favourable climate. 

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/agriculture/indias-agricultural-research-began-in-bihars-pusa-comparing-its-bird-diversity-with-colonial-records-can-guide-indian-agro-biodiversity-today