Section 6: Powers of Institute

6. Powers of Institute The Institute shall have such powers as are necessary to attain its objects and discharge its functions most effectively and may, in particular— (a) with the approval of the Minister to whom responsibility for the subject of finance is assigned, raise such loan as may be required to finance the setting up of greenhouses, hydroponic centres and other infrastructure; (b) rent out greenhouses, hydroponic centres and other infrastructure on such terms and conditions as it may determine; (c) levy fees in respect of services in connection with greenhouses, hydroponic centres and other infrastructure and of transfer of any other food and non-sugar agricultural technologies; (d) set up research advisory committees; (e) enter into any contract in accordance with the Public Procurement Act; (f) sell or exchange any property; (g) receive grants and donations, and raise funds; and (h) do such acts and things as may be necessary for the purposes of this Act. PART III – ADMINISTRATION OF INSTITUTE