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Agriculture Industry
Madhya Pradesh farmers struggle to make the most of soaring wheat pricesedit
Dwarka Prasad Meena, a farmer at Bhainswa village in Madhya Pradesh’s Rajgarh district, is grappling with water scarcity that has severely impacted his wheat harvest. Despite his best efforts, yields have plummeted by at least 20 per cent on his farm. Meena, who cultivates wheat on approximately 20 acres, says that inadequate rainfall and poor irrigation systems have also affected his coriander crop. As the state prepares for the third phase of polling on Monday, the issue of dwindling wheat production has become a hot topic among farmers.
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Deep learning techniques for Hyperspectral image analysis in agricultureedit
The agricultural sector is experiencing unprecedented transformations rapidly through technological advancements. In the last decade, we have witnessed seismic shifts as drone technology has boosted crop yields by 5-10% and have slashed water usage by up to 30%. These innovations underline the industry’s brisk evolution, paving the way for hyperspectral imaging (HSI) and deep learning to further revolutionize farming practices, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.