Agroforestry: A Solution for Climate Adaptation
Introduction Climate change has emerged as a significant threat to global food security, ecosystem balance,…
Agroforestry: A Solution for Climate Adaptation
Introduction Climate change has emerged as a significant threat to global food security, ecosystem balance, and rural livelihoods, particularly in countries like India where agriculture remains the mainstay of millions. Erratic rainfall patterns, increasing temperatures, soil degradation, and the loss of biodiversity are intensifying farming challenges. In this context, agroforestry has gained prominence as a…
Role of NABARD in Promoting Agricultural Innovations
Introduction Agriculture plays a pivotal role in India’s economy, sustaining nearly 60% of its population. However, challenges like low productivity, fragmented landholdings, climate change impacts, and outdated farming practices continue to threaten the sector’s sustainability. In this context, agricultural innovations—ranging from modern farming techniques to agri-tech solutions—have become crucial for transforming Indian agriculture. The National…
Digital Agriculture Mission 2021-25: Transforming Indian Farming
Introduction India’s agricultural sector, which employs more than 50% of the country’s workforce, faces multiple challenges including unpredictable weather, low productivity, inefficient supply chains, and market access issues. To modernize and address these structural problems, the Government of India launched the Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM) 2021-25—a strategic initiative aimed at leveraging technology to revolutionize the…
National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) and Technology Adoption
Introduction Agriculture forms the backbone of India’s socio-economic framework, contributing significantly to GDP and providing livelihood to nearly half of the country’s population. However, the sector is increasingly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change such as erratic rainfall, droughts, floods, and declining soil health. To address these challenges and promote climate-resilient, sustainable agricultural practices,…
Kisan Drones and Their Potential in Indian Agriculture
Introduction Agriculture is the backbone of India’s economy, employing nearly 50% of the country’s workforce. However, challenges such as fragmented landholdings, declining soil health, low productivity, and climate variability continue to limit agricultural growth. In recent years, technological interventions, especially drones—popularly known as Kisan Drones—are emerging as game-changers in modernizing Indian agriculture. Recognizing their potential,…
PM Kisan Yojana and the Role of Digital Technology: Transforming Indian Agriculture
Introduction Agriculture is the backbone of India’s economy, providing livelihood to more than 50% of the population. However, small and marginal farmers—constituting 86% of the total farming community—have historically faced challenges like low income, lack of institutional credit, market access issues, and vulnerability to climate risks. To address this, the Government of India launched the…
Artificial Intelligence in Agro-Food Processing: Revolutionizing the Food Industry
Introduction The global agro-food processing industry is at the cusp of a technological revolution. The growing need for efficient food production, reduction of food wastage, quality assurance, and ensuring food security for an expanding population has made technological interventions inevitable. Among these, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer, reshaping the food industry by…
Smart Greenhouses: The Future of Protected Cultivation
Introduction The agricultural sector is undergoing a technological revolution driven by climate challenges, resource limitations, and the growing demand for food security. Among the transformative innovations reshaping modern farming is the concept of Smart Greenhouses. These technologically advanced cultivation systems promise not only higher productivity but also improved resource efficiency and crop quality. In essence,…
Ethical Challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century. From autonomous vehicles and predictive algorithms to personalized recommendations and medical diagnostics, AI is revolutionizing the way humans live, work, and interact with the world. However, alongside these advances lie significant ethical challenges that must be addressed to…
Vertical Aquaponics: A Fusion of Agriculture and Aquaculture
Introduction As the global population continues to grow and arable land becomes scarce, sustainable food production systems are gaining critical importance. Vertical aquaponics—a synergy of aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water)—has emerged as a promising solution. This innovative, space-efficient method merges vertical farming with aquaponics to create a closed-loop, symbiotic ecosystem that…
