It is general perception that Indian universities are not into applied research. .The perception is wrong.This list by ICAR will give you a glimpse of innovation by universities in the field of agriculture. these machines made by Indian universities may have the power to change the India’s farm scenario which is believed to be in a bad shape. We need a second green revolution. It will be an answer to food situation.

http://www.icar.org.in/files/ar0607/06-Engineering.pdf