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In the digital era of “Digital India,” Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is gaining momentum, revolutionizing sectors across the country. One such area where AI is proving transformative is agriculture. The application of AI in farming has shown remarkable potential, with Baramati leading the charge in enhancing agricultural productivity

Baramati farmers are working towards achieving remarkable results in sugarcane farming using AI technology, setting an example for the future of agriculture. Microsoft Chairman Satya Nadella, who visited India, recognized their efforts and praised the innovative work during his visit to Baramati.

Farmers from Baramati, has recently adopted AI technology to increase sugarcane production. With the assistance of the Agriculture Development Trust (ADT) in Baramati and support from Microsoft’s AI tools, farmers have been able to boost their crop yields. Farmers at Baramati have therefore done a commendable job in integrating AI into agriculture as a part of the groundbreaking project.

The ADT in Baramati has been guiding 1,000 farmers in using AI technology for sugarcane farming on an experimental basis. These farmers are receiving guidance on how AI can enhance sugarcane farming, with a focus on improving sustainability and productivity. The use of AI in agriculture aims to provide real-time solutions for optimal crop management, thereby empowering farmers to make data-driven decisions.

From January 16 to 20, an agricultural exhibition will be held at the Agriculture Development Trust in Baramati. The event will showcase practical demonstrations of AI-powered farming techniques for sugarcane and other crops, giving farmers a glimpse into future agricultural methods.

Before the exhibition, the ADT team presented their findings to Nadella, showcasing how AI can transform farming. Nadella’s acknowledgement of their efforts has earned the trust’s widespread appreciation.

In the digital era of “Digital India,”

Agro chems – Pesticides, Horticulture, India, Seeds

Dr Abhilaksh Likhi, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, visited the Indo-Dutch, Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Vegetables at Baramati, District Pune, Maharashtra and interacted with the farmers. The main objective of setting of the CoE is to establish a demonstration hub for vegetable production and transfer of technologies to the extension workers and farmers in the region through their training and capacity building. These techniques include protected cultivation, hydroponics, improved seeds and quality planting material, fertigation, Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), etc.

The CoE facilitates the training of various level of officers, NGOs, private entrepreneurs and paves a way to develop value chain, promote employment generation and market intelligence to maximise income of farmers.

A total of seven Centres of Excellence (CoEs) of Indo-Dutch collaboration have been approved so far in four states.  Out of them, two are completed in the state of Maharashtra and five are at various stages of completion. Beside these seven CoEs, there are three private centres as well.  All these centres are operational in the states of Maharashtra, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala and Karnataka with a specific focus on horticulture crops, fruits, vegetables, potatoes and flowers.

Dr Likhi also visited the Dutch Green house at CoE, KVK Baramati which aims to maximise the crop production from less resources like water, pesticides, manpower etc., which not only adds value to the entrepreneurs but also increases the quality of the produce being residue free. The main focus of this green-house is on demonstrating technologies under protected cultivation. The additional secretary also reviewed the activities of the centre at Baramati wherein detailed presentations were made by the ten centres and agri start-ups working in the region. It focused on innovations and technologies being used by them to cut down the transaction costs and create better market linkages for farmers growing fruits and vegetables. Dr. Likhi directed all the stakeholders to ensure that the technological demonstrations being practiced in the seven CoEs should be widely disseminated in the villages surrounding the centres to extend its benefits to the small and marginal farmers for practicing profitable agriculture

Dr Abhilaksh Likhi, Additional Secretary, Ministry of

Agro Universities, Seeds

The foundation stone of the incubation centre was launched under the PMFME Project at CoE Vegetables

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Baramati, Maharashtra recently organised the KRUSHIK – Agri Technology Week, 2022. Dada Bhuse, Agriculture Minister, Government of Maharashtra and other senior officials of various Departments of Government of Maharashtra and State Agricultural Universities also participated in the programme.

Bhuse urged all four agricultural universities and Krishi Vigyan Kendras for following the KVK, Baramati’s Model and organise such types of innovative exhibitions. He also stressed on ‘Vikel Te Pikel’ and ‘One District One Crop’ Schemes of Government of Maharashtra; quality seeds production, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Beema Yojnaa, Drip Irrigation and different Schemes for Farm Women, etc.

The dignitaries inaugurated the Innovation & Start-Ups Centre and laid the foundation stone of the incubation centre under the PMFME Project at CoE Vegetables during the occasion. More than 90,000 farmers and other stakeholders visited the exhibition and live demonstrations.

The foundation stone of the incubation centre