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Raj fails to reap benefits of solar power for agriculture
Despite having abundant resources for solar energy and enough production to cater to needs of other states, Rajasthan has failed to utilise the green energy for its own use, especially in agriculture, which accounts for 40% of the electricity consumption in the state. Solarising the state’s about 16 lakh power connections for agriculture will not only save the govt huge power subsidies, it will also free up capacity for domestic and other consumers who face power cuts.
FAO highlights potential of AI revolution in transforming agrifood system
Artificial Intelligence and the ongoing digital revolution will inevitably transform the world and its agrifood systems, making it all the more urgent that the transformations they drive benefit everyone and contribute to solving global challenges, the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), QU Dongyu, said Friday at the Business Federations of the G7 (B7) meeting in Rome.
How AI and data can bring another green revolution in India
India faces environmental challenges in agriculture, but AI offers transformative solutions. Precision farming, empowered by AI and big data, optimizes resources and boosts yields sustainably. With satellite data and predictive analytics, farmers make informed decisions. AI aids resource management and environmental conservation, but widespread adoption requires collaboration. Farmers’ active engagement with data transforms them from beneficiaries to contributors, ensuring a sustainable agricultural future driven by technology.
Drone use for farming gets a big boost, to more than double by fiscal-end
With the government’s thrust on promoting drones for agricultural activities like crop mapping, analysis and application of nutrients and pesticides, manufacturers see an exponential increase in demand for these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the next couple of years.
Data-driven cultivation: Leveraging AI and drones to maximise agricultural productivity
The growth of the global population, which is projected to reach 10 billion by 2050, is placing significant pressure on the agricultural sector to increase crop production and maximize yields. To manage the pressure, the agricultural industry in recent years, has observed a transformative change in data-driven exercises driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and drone technology.
Harvesting Tomorrow: The Global Impact of Smart Farming Technologies on Agriculture and Beyond
In an exclusive interview with Prashanth Vasan – CEO – Madras Mandi, he highlights, the potential benefits the technologies offer to farmers globally are multifaceted. By providing real-time insights into soil health, weather conditions, and crop status, smart farming enables precise resource management.This translates into optimized use of water and fertilizers, minimizing waste and environmental impact. The integration of automation and remote monitoring not only streamlines labor-intensive tasks but also reduces operational costs, thereby increasing overall farm productivity.
India has democratised technology, aims to end digital divide: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said technology is meant to empower people from all strata of the society and India has achieved democratisation of new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) to help millions of people especially in rural parts of the country.
Dr. SN Jha Urges Prioritization of Ergonomic Design and Safety Devices in Agricultural Machinery
The event saw significant achievements, including the commercialization of five technologies and the filing of two patents and seven design registrations.
Harvesting the future of agriculture with AI
Biswarup Das, a farmer from Purulia, West Bengal, faces many challenges like unpredictable weather, droughts, pests, and low yields. Like many others in India, he struggles with the effects of climate change and poor soil condition. Unfortunately, farmers commit suicide, too, in the country due to financial difficulties and harsh weather.
PM Modi distributes agricultural drones to empower women in villages
To empower women in rural India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the distribution of agricultural drones to girls in villages. Speaking at the India Today Conclave in Delhi on Saturday, PM Modi unveiled the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, through which 1,000 drones have been allocated to women’s self-help groups in villages.