🌾 Introduction Agriculture in India is undergoing a remarkable digital transformation. As the sector strives to address long-standing challenges such as information asymmetry, low productivity, climate unpredictability, and limited extension services, technology is emerging as a game-changer. Among the most impactful innovations are AI-based chatbots and mobile applications, which are revolutionizing how farmers receive timely…
Introduction In agriculture, timing is everything. When to sow, irrigate, apply fertilizers, or harvest often depends on one critical factor: the weather. For farmers, especially in countries like India where over 60% of agriculture is rain-fed, weather uncertainty is a constant challenge. Unseasonal rains, droughts, hailstorms, and heatwaves can wipe out an entire crop cycle…
Introduction Agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy, employing nearly 50% of the population. Despite producing one of the highest volumes of food in the world, Indian farmers often struggle with poor market access, low prices, and a lack of transparent information. Traditionally, agricultural marketing in India has been controlled by physical mandis (wholesale…
Introduction In the digital era, governments worldwide are leveraging technology to enhance public service delivery. India, in particular, has taken significant steps in e-governance by launching numerous mobile applications to improve transparency, accessibility, and efficiency in various sectors. These apps cater to diverse needs such as governance, finance, education, healthcare, agriculture, transport, employment, and more….