How did becoming abbot change Gregor Mendel’s ability to continue experiments?

When Gregor Mendel was elected abbot of the monastery in 1868, his ability to conduct his scientific research was significantly curtailed.1

Prior to his election, Mendel had enjoyed a highly productive period as a teacher and a "consummate experimentalist," during which he performed his foundational work on pea hybrids. However, once he assumed the role of abbot, his administrative responsibilities began to occupy the majority of his time.12

Furthermore, his scientific pursuits were hindered by a long and bitter dispute with state authorities. Mendel refused to allow the monastery to pay new state taxes intended for a religious fund, which he deemed unconstitutional. His steadfast opposition led to a protracted conflict, during which the state eventually seized the administration of some of the monastery’s estates to redirect their profits, further complicating his ability to focus on his experiments.1