Media Monitor
Marut Drones, IFFCO partner for Drone Spraying Over 5 Lakh Acre Farm Land
In a significant move towards revolutionizing agricultural practices in India, the Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has entered a strategic partnership with Marut Dronetech Private Limited to undertake Drone as a Service (DAAS) operations across an extensive area of 5 lakh acres. This collaboration marks a pivotal step towards creating rural entrepreneurs, enhancing agricultural productivity and bringing Drone technology to the states of Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Telangana.
Maharashtra: Sky Is The Limit For State’s First Batch Of Female Drone Pilot
For the first time, 12 women from various self-help groups in rural Maharashtra have been trained to operate and fly drones. Taught in Bangalore, they will soon use their new skills to earn employment by area mapping, aerial surveys and agricultural spraying.
Government Extends Interim Approval for Drone-Based Pesticide Application
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Department of Agriculture & Cooperation and Farmers Welfare (Plant Protection Division), has extended the interim approval for the application of already approved pesticide formulations through drones. The decision comes in response to a request from the Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee (CIB&RC) seeking an extension of the approval.
Transforming agriculture with drone tech: The rise of Thanos Technologies
For many of us, the name Thanos evokes the image of the big bad from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But, for farmers in states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra, Thanos Technologies is synonymous with safety. Its drones automate the hazardous task of pesticide spraying, thereby improving the lives of these farmers.
Use of renewable energy could revolutionise agriculture in Hindu Kush Himalayas: experts
Harnessing renewable energy could revolutionise food security in the mountainous region of the Hindu Kush Himalayas, experts, including from India, said here on Tuesday. The remarks were made at a regional conference titled “Advancing Productive Uses of Renewable Energy in Agriculture in the Hindu Kush Himalayas” and hosted by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICOMOD) in collaboration with the Alternative Energy Promotion Centre, Nepal.
Dhanuka Introduces Powerful Insecticide ‘LaNevo’ Alongside a Bio-fertilizer
Dhanuka Agritech Limited unveiled two groundbreaking products- the powerful insecticide ‘LaNevo’, and the bio-fertilizer ‘MYCORe Super’, designed to revolutionize crop protection and yield enhancement in agriculture. ‘LaNevo’ is being launched for the first time in India and is poised for a global launch. The product along with ‘MYCORe Super’ was recently introduced in Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Bangalore (Karnataka) and Nashik (Maharashtra). It will be gradually launched in the other parts of the country.
Airbots Aerospace Achieves DGCA Type Certification for Surya Shakti 15L Drone: A Milestone Towards Agricultural Empowerment in India
Airbots Aerospace, a pioneering Indian agri-tech startup, is proud to announce the successful achievement of DGCA type certification for its ground-breaking Surya Shakti 15L Drone. This certification marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards revolutionizing agricultural spraying practices in India. The Surya Shakti 15L Drone sets a new standard in agricultural drone technology, offering farmers unparalleled efficiency, precision, and safety in pesticide and nutrient application at an affordable price point.
IIT Mandi researchers develop biodegradable polymeric microgels for sustainable agriculture
A research team from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has achieved a significant breakthrough in sustainable agriculture with the development of natural polymer-based multifunctional smart microgels. These microgels are engineered for the slow release of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) fertilizers over an extended period, presenting a promising solution to enhance crop nutrition while minimizing environmental impact.
IIM Lucknow study highlights importance of digitizing India’s agriculture sector
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow’s research highlights the importance of digitizing India’s farming and agricultural sectors. The research, published in the technology analysis and strategic management journal, examines the impact of Agtech platforms on Indian agriculture and proposes a framework for building successful platforms in rural markets.
Drone Didis to conquer skies
Just a few years ago, the notion of women from villages becoming drone pilots, affectionately known as Drone Didis, seemed unfathomable. Yet, today, it is a reality. Be it Sunita from Sitapur or Devki Rajput from Mainpuri, they stand as harbingers of change and ambassadors of an impending revolution set to sweep the rural enclaves of UP. They are among the ninety village women selected to assume the role of ‘Drone Pilots.’