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The company plans to train 500 drone pilots and create 1000 job opportunities across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh & Uttar Pradesh.

 Salam Kisan, a leading agri-tech platform, has successfully backed the tender from the Government of Maharashtra and the Maharashtra Agro-Industries Development Corporation (MAIDC) for drone spraying services. This milestone marks a pivotal step in the company’s mission to revolutionise Indian agriculture by introducing drone-as-a-service as a scalable solution for precision farming across the state. The collaboration with IFFCO and FMC further strengthens Salam Kisan’s role in transforming agricultural practices, making advanced farming solutions more accessible and sustainable.

Salam Kisan has won the technical bid for the MAIDC tender, which will see drones deployed in every taluka of Maharashtra. This initiative is part of the Government of Maharashtra’s larger effort to explore the deployment of agricultural drones across the state, helping to increase efficiency in farming practices. As part of this initiative, the government plans to train SC/ST, marginalized women, and rural youth, empowering them to become rural entrepreneurs, known as Drone Didis or Lakhpati Didis. The government will also provide a subsidy of up to Rs 5 lakh for the purchase of drones, making this technology more affordable for farmers.

As part of Salam Kisan’s collaboration with IFFCO, the world’s largest fertiliser cooperative, the company will deploy drones in Maharashtra’s water-scarce regions of Sanagali and Kolhapur to conserve resources and boost productivity. Salam Kisan’s association with FMC, a global leader in agricultural sciences, will focus on precision farming in the Wardha, Amravati, and Yavatmal regions. These larger farming areas will benefit from drones that cover extensive fields quickly and efficiently, improving day-to-day farming operations.

In addition to the technical deployment, Salam Kisan aims to train 500 drone pilots and create 1,000 job opportunities across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The company is setting up a Remote Pilot Training Organization (RPTO) to provide comprehensive training programs for aspiring drone operators. This effort will not only build the capacity of rural entrepreneurs but will also promote sustainable farming practices across the nation.

Dhanashree Mandhani, Founder and CEO of Salam Kisan, said, “Our collaboration with MAIDC, IFFCO, and FMC represents a transformative shift in Indian agriculture. By integrating drones as a service, we are enhancing crop yields, reducing costs, conserving water, and empowering rural youth and women. Our goal is to create 1,000 job opportunities, train over 500 drone pilots, and help farmers cover over 1 million acres of farmland in our first year. With the support of the government and our industry partners, we are enabling farmers to embrace modern farming solutions and become more resilient in the face of climate change. With this comprehensive initiative, Salam Kisan is well on its way to revolutionizing Indian agriculture through sustainable, technology-driven farming practices. The deployment of drones across Maharashtra, combined with the strategic partnerships with IFFCO and FMC, is poised to create significant impacts in rural communities and strengthen the agricultural ecosystem”.

The company plans to train 500 drone

Agribusiness, Agrotech, Collaborations, Company News, Drones, India

The initiative aims to cover 30 lakh acres of farmland spraying across 11 Indian states using AGRIBOT drones.

IoTechWorld Avigation, a leading drone technology company, and IFFCO, a premier cooperative society, have positively impacted the lives of over 500 farmers and their families across 11 Indian states within just 8 months since their collaboration began in December 2023. Under this partnership, 500 drones have been committed to enhancing agricultural productivity. This initiative aims to revolutionize farming practices and promote sustainable agriculture in India.

Recently, IoTechWorld and IFFCO also announced a special limited time offer for AGRIBOT drone customers, providing a unique opportunity for farmers and service providers to access cutting-edge drone technology. Under this exclusive incentive, IFFCO is providing AGRIBOT drones without any cap on the number of acres, maximizing the potential gains for participants. This initiative is designed to encourage the widespread use of drone technology in agriculture, improving efficiency and crop management while reducing costs.

The agreement between IoTechWorld and IFFCO aims to cover an impressive 30 lakh acres of farmland, spanning multiple states including Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Jammu & Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar. This extensive coverage demonstrates the ambitious scale of the project and its potential impact on Indian agriculture.

The AGRIBOT MX, touted as India’s No. 1 Agri Drone, boasts impressive features designed specifically for agricultural applications. It is equipped with a powerful 25200 mAh Lithium-Ion battery, capable of covering up to 1500 acres per battery set. The drone’s spraying capacity is up to 6 acres per hour, with the potential to cover 25 acres per day using multiple battery sets.

Commenting on the development, Anoop Upadhyay, Co-founder of IoTechWorld Avigation, said, “Our partnership with IFFCO is a significant milestone in our journey of transforming Indian agriculture through technology. We are elated with the response and impact created in just 8 months under this partnership. Our AGRIBOT drones are designed meticulously with special attention to the challenges faced by Indian farmers. This large-scale deployment of our AGRIBOT Krishi drones bears a solid testament to the advantages of precision agriculture. Drone data is sent to the cloud for real-time monitoring & data analytics using 4G / 5G connectivity. It is exciting to see this collaboration boost crop yields, reduce input costs, and ultimately improve the livelihoods of farmers across the designated states.”

Deepak Bhardwaj, Co-founder of IoTechWorld Avigation, said, “We are honored to take this partnership ahead with IFFCO and positively create impact in farmers’ lives. The impact we’ve seen in just eight months across 11 states is truly encouraging. Farmers have started realizing the benefits of using drones in spraying operations”

The initiative aims to cover 30 lakh

Agribusiness, Agro chems – Fertilizers, Agrotech, India, R&D

The Stable Nano Nitrogen-Phosphorus fertilizer is designed to improve the efficiency of nitrogen and phosphorus use in crops.

Leading fertilizer cooperative IFFCO announced that the company has achieved a major milestone by securing a patent for its innovative Stable Nano Nitrogen-Phosphorus fertilizer. The patent, granted for a term of 20 years from February 8, 2023, under the Patents Act, 1970, represents a significant advancement in agricultural technology.

This new patent follows IFFCO’s previous successes with Nano Urea and Nano DAP fertilizers. The Stable Nano Nitrogen-Phosphorus fertilizer is designed to improve the efficiency of nitrogen and phosphorus use in crops. This enhancement aims to promote more effective and sustainable farming practices, providing farmers with valuable tools for increasing productivity and reducing environmental impact.

Managing Director Dr U.S. Awasthi announced the achievement via Twitter. He mentioned, “I am happy to share that a patent has been granted to IFFCO for an invention entitled STABLE NANO NITROGEN-PHOSPHORUS containing FERTILISER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF for the term of 20 years from the 8th day of February 2023 in accordance with the provisions of the Patents Act, 1970.”

Dr Awasthi also acknowledged the inspiration provided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing the role of government initiatives in promoting chemical-free farming and Aatmanirbhar Krishi.

Earlier this year, IFFCO was awarded a patent for its pioneering “Nano Urea Fertilizer and Method of Manufacture Thereof,” which is also valid for 20 years from January 12, 2023. This earlier patent underscored IFFCO’s commitment to advancing agricultural innovation.

The Stable Nano Nitrogen-Phosphorus fertilizer is designed

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Airbots Aerospace Private Limited is set to spray over 2 lakh acres of agricultural land using the innovative Surya Shakti 15L drone technology in 122 districts and in 4 states

Agritech startup Airbots Aerospace has announce a groundbreaking collaboration with IFFCO which aimed at revolutionising agricultural practices across India.  Airbots Aerospace Private Limited is set to spray over 2 lakh acres of agricultural land using the innovative Surya Shakti 15L drone technology in 122 districts, in four different states namely Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.

This partnership marks a significant milestone in our commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture through cutting-edge technology. By leveraging Airbots’ state-of-the-art drones equipped with the Surya Shakti 15L, we aim to enhance efficiency, precision, and environmental sustainability in crop protection and management, said Airbots Aerospace Private Limited in a statement.

IFFCO mentioned that through this collaboration, IFFCO continues its legacy of fostering innovation in agriculture and supporting farmers with transformative solutions. We are dedicated to harnessing technology to address the evolving challenges in agriculture, ensuring food security and sustainable livelihoods for farmers.

AirBots Aerospace is Indian Agri-tech startup aimed at developing equipment and providing services for intelligent agriculture across the country. It has successfully produced state-of-the-art, reliable, and rugged drones for providing spraying services of insecticides, pesticides & nutrients to the farmlands.

Airbots Aerospace Private Limited is set to

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Farmers of 800 villages are being given a subsidy of 25 per cent on the price (MRP) of Nano Urea Plus, Nano DAP and Sagarika by IFFCO

To promote the use of nano fertilizers, the Nano Fertilizer Usage Promotion Mahaabhiyan has been launched by IFFCO on 1st July 2024. Under this, 200 model nano village clusters have been selected by IFFCO. Through this, farmers of 800 villages are being given a subsidy of 25 per cent on the price (MRP) of Nano Urea Plus, Nano DAP and Sagarika by IFFCO so that farmers can use nano fertilizers more and more in their fields. Along with this, IFFCO will give a grant of Rs 100 per acre to the drone entrepreneur so that farmers can get the facility of spraying at low rates. Farmers will be made aware of the increase in the quality and production of the crop in these model nano villages.

Prime Minister has also launched 100 days action plan to increase the use of nano fertilizers in agriculture, under which 1270 demonstrations of Nano DAP (liquid) will be conducted in 413 districts and 200 trials of Nano Urea Plus (liquid) in 100 districts. In these trials, the help of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, State Agricultural University and other research institutions will be taken and monitored by the Government of India.

Nano fertilizers will be made available by IFFCO to the cooperative society and other sales outlets.  Farmers will be told about the benefits of nano fertilizers. IFFCO is providing 2500 agricultural drones for farmers for spraying nano fertilizers, for which 300 ‘Namo Drone Didi’ and drone entrepreneurs have been prepared. Apart from this, other types of sprayers have also been made available through which farmers will be able to easily spray nano fertilizers in their fields. Contracts have been made with 15 institutions to spray 245 lakh acres of area by drones which will spray in the fields of farmers. An incentive of Rs 100 per acre will also be provided on each spray.

From August 2021 to June 26, 2024, a total of 7.55 crore Nano Urea and 0.69 crore Nano DAP bottles produced by IFFCO have been used by farmers. In order to provide maximum benefit to the farmers, IFFCO has set a target of producing 4 crore Nano Urea Plus and 2 crore Nano DAP bottles in the year 2024-25. In this sequence, from April 2024, IFFCO has made available Nano Urea Plus (liquid) 20% w/v N of high concentration to the farmers, which will help in increasing quality crop productivity and environmental protection.

Under this campaign, IFFCO has also planned publicity, field testing, training of secretaries of cooperative societies etc. in all the districts of the country. The Ministry of Fertilizers will also collaborate to implement this scheme so that the use of nano fertilizers in place of chemical fertilizers in the fields can be encouraged. Under this mega campaign, it has been planned to provide 6 crore bottles of nano fertilizers which will be distributed through 36000 member cooperative societies of IFFCO and other cooperative societies.

Farmers of 800 villages are being given

Agribusiness, Agro chems – Fertilizers, Collaborations, Company News, India

IFFCO has formed partnership with Nanoventions Private Limited (NVPL) and Fausto Caron from Nanofert for introducing Nano fertilizers in Brazil market.

IFFCO, India’s largest cooperative, has signed a partnership to introduce these innovative products to the Brazilian market. Through Nanoventions Private Limited (NVPL), IFFCO will initially license and market its products to Nanofert, a venture by entrepreneurs Fausto Caron and Ritesh Sharma. Eventually, IFFCO plan to produce these nanoinputs locally.  

Dr Arunachalam Lakshmanan from NVPL, Yogendra Kumar Board of Director IFFCO, and Fausto Caron from Nanofert have formed an unprecedented partnership. We recently had the honour of meeting the Governor of Mato Grosso, where fascinating discussions about advancing nanotechnology in Brazil took place.

Nanotechnology in agriculture is gaining traction, and our project marks the first commercial adoption of this cutting-edge technology in Brazil. Since 2017, we have been researching nanotechnology, and by 2019, our first promising results emerged. Despite challenges, including adverse weather conditions in 2020, fields treated with nano fertilizers showed remarkable resilience and productivity.  

The secret lies in the nanometric scale of our inputs, allowing for extensive coverage and efficient nutrient delivery. As Arunachalam Lakshmanan, General Director of NVPL, explains, “It’s like dividing an apple into thin slices to increase its coverage area. This innovation addresses a significant challenge in fertilizer use—high product loss. Currently, plants absorb only 20-30 per cent of chemical fertilizers, with the rest lost as gas or in the soil. Our nano fertilizers aim to change that, reducing environmental impact and enhancing agricultural productivity.”

IFFCO has formed partnership with Nanoventions Private

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Thanos Technologies will facilitate the aerial spraying of fertilizers over farmland, encompassing regions in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

 Thanos Technologies, a pioneer in agricultural drone technology is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Coop Ltd. (IFFCO). The recently signed Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between Thanos Technologies and IFFCO, signals the commencement of a transformative initiative aimed at revolutionising agricultural practices across the country.

Through this strategic collaboration, Thanos Technologies will facilitate the aerial spraying of fertilisers over an extensive 10 lakh acres of farmland, encompassing regions in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. This extensive reach underscores Thanos Technologies’ commitment to making advanced agricultural practices accessible to farmers nationwide. Over 500 state-of-the-art drones will be deployed to ensure the efficient and timely application of fertilizers. This large-scale deployment will optimise the fertilisation process, leading to improved crop yields and reduced resource wastage. By joining forces with prominent drone service providers, including Vayu Drone, Aerotics Technologies, and Electra Agri Green, the company is poised to deliver unparalleled value and innovation to the agricultural sector. The economic impact of this project is anticipated to be significant, with a business value of Rs 50 crores for Thanos Technologies and the service partners.

Additionally, Thanos Technologies will offer additional incentives, supplementing the standard spraying service charges collected for every acre sprayed using IFFCO chemicals. This initiative aims to encourage and reward the participation of service providers in this groundbreaking project. Recognizing the need for investment in advanced technology, Thanos Technologies is also developing new financial options to assist corporate service partners interested in owning and operating more than 10 drones. These options will provide the necessary support to scale operations and meet the growing demand.

Pradeep Palellil, Founder & CEO, Thanos Technologies, said, “We are excited to partner with IFFCO and this marks a significant step towards our mission to modernize farming practices, increase crop yields, and promote sustainable agriculture. At Thanos technologies, we aim to create a more efficient, productive, and sustainable agricultural ecosystem for the benefit of farmers and the nation as a whole. Through this partnership, we hope to combine resources, knowledge, and ambition to completely reshape the agricultural landscape of India.”

Furthermore, recognising the need for investment in advanced technology, Thanos Technologies is developing new financial options to assist corporate service partners interested in owning and operating more than 10 drones. These options will provide the necessary support to scale operations and meet the growing demand.

Thanos Technologies will facilitate the aerial spraying

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Under the terms of the agreement, Marut Drones will be employing state-of-the-art drone technology to administer a range of agricultural inputs developed by IFFCO Agri-products.

In a significant move towards revolutionizing agricultural practices in India, the Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has entered a strategic partnership with Marut Drones to undertake drone spray operations across an extensive area spanning up to 5 lakh acres. This collaboration marks a pivotal step towards enhancing agricultural productivity and efficiency in the states of Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Telangana.

Under the terms of the agreement, Marut Drones will be employing state-of-the-art drone technology to administer a range of agricultural inputs developed by IFFCO Agri-products. This initiative aims to optimize crop yields while minimizing environmental impact, ultimately contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.

One of the key highlights of this tie-up is the creation of demand for rural entrepreneurs who have already invested in drone technology. By providing drones as a service (DAAS) for farmers, this collaboration empowers local communities and fosters self-employment opportunities. Additionally, individuals keen on acquiring agricultural drones can avail themselves of government subsidies, facilitating their participation in the initiative and enabling them to offer drone services to farmers on a pay-per-acre basis.

DAAS enables farmers to access drone technology through rural drone entrepreneurs at a per-acre cost, ensuring affordability and accessibility even for small-scale farmers. Furthermore, drone owners and service providers can enroll with Marut to receive incentives for spraying IFFCO products on every acre.

Commenting on the partnership, Co-founder and CEO of Marut Drones Prem Kumar emphasized the transformative role of technology in modern agriculture stating, “This collaboration signifies a paradigm shift in farming practices, allowing farmers to minimize direct contact with pesticides, thereby safeguarding their health. Furthermore, the utilization of drones addresses labor shortages by completing tasks in a fraction of the time it would take manually, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.”

The IFFCO & Marut Drones tie-up underscores a shared commitment to innovation and sustainability in agriculture, paving the way for a more prosperous and resilient farming ecosystem. By harnessing the power of drone technology, this collaboration seeks to empower farmers, drive economic growth, and ensure food security for future generations.

Under the terms of the agreement, Marut

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 IFFCO will use the ammonia supplied by ACME for manufacturing complex fertilisers at Paradeep unit in Odisha and Kandla unit in Gujarat.

Cooperative fertiliser major IFFCO announced that company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with renewable energy company ACME for supply of commercial grade ammonia. Under the terms of the agreement, ACME will supply approximately 200,000 metric tons of ammonia to IFFCO, manufactured through a renewable energy route. This collaboration is aligned with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, spearheaded by the Prime Minister, aiming to position India as a global hub for the production, utilization, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.

Ammonia will be produced at ACME’s plant in Gopalpur, Odisha using renewable energy and supply the same to Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), company mentioned. Ammonia is an important base material for fertilisers.

The cooperative said that it will use the ammonia supplied by ACME for manufacturing complex fertilisers at Paradeep unit in Odisha and Kandla unit in Gujarat.

IFFCO also mentioned that ACME would retain a green credit and trade in the form of ITMO (Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes) with other countries under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The initiative will lead to significant decarbonisation of the economy, reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, and enable India to assume technology and market leadership in green hydrogen, it added.

Birinder Singh, Director IFFCO said, “This is a step forward in our ongoing efforts to innovate in the field of fertilizer production and supply.”

Hiren Mehta, Chief Commercial Officer at ACME, said, “This partnership with IFFCO represents a significant leap forward in our mission to promote sustainable energy solutions. The MoU will pave the way to sign bilateral agreements between India and other countries under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement”.

 IFFCO will use the ammonia supplied by

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Unnati will extend channel financing solutions in collaboration with its NBFC partners including its subsidiary Ora Finance to over 76,000 channel partners across India associated with IFFCO.

Unnati Agri, an agriculture supply chain and financial services startup, announced one of its kind collaborations with IFFCO, the largest agriculture company in India. This strategic tie-up aims to provide channel financing solutions to the various segments of channel partners of IFFCO, empowering them to enhance their business operations and meet the needs of their farmer customers effectively.

Under this partnership, Unnati will extend channel financing solutions in collaboration with its NBFC partners including its subsidiary Ora Finance to over 76,000 channel partners across India associated with IFFCO. These channel partners will now have access to credit facilities that they can utilize to increase their business potential. By availing of this credit facility, they can procure larger quantities of stock from IFFCO, enabling them to deliver the right quality products to their farmer customers at the right time.

Ashok Prasad, Co-Founder, Unnati said, “At Unnati, our focus has always been to provide the best digitally enabled services to the farmers across the country. This is exactly why we are absolutely thrilled to join hands with IFFCO to provide channel financing solutions to their extensive network of channel partners. The new tie-up will empower these partners to unlock their full potential and contribute to the growth of the agriculture sector in India.”

The credit facility offered through this collaboration is completely digital and designed to provide easy access to short-term credit for the customers of IFFCO. This digital platform ensures a seamless and efficient way for channel partners to apply for and manage the credit facility, streamlining the process and reducing paperwork.

Ranjeesh Pandey, Chief Marketing Manager of IFFCO, expressed his excitement about this collaboration by stating, “We at IFFCO are working on a mission mode to support farmers and channel partners to adopt new innovative technology-based Fertilizer I.e.Nano Urea and Nano DAP, Sagarika and other new bio products which will support in reducing chemical fertilizers in farming and will also increase and improve the productivity of farmers. The credit facility provided by Unnati through its NBFC partners will support in implementing the Nano Fertilizer game-changer technology in Agriculture. It will not only enable retailers and IFFCO Channel partners to expand their business in the Nano Fertilizer and speciality Fertilizer sector of IFFCO but will also help us to meet the growing demands of farmers about Nano Fertilizer. We feel that such opportunities are good for the farmers and will support technology infusion in our agriculture sector. Initially it has been decided to start in UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh.

Unnati will extend channel financing solutions in

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After ten years, IFFCO’s Nano Urea and Nano DAP will find a place in the list of biggest experiments done in the agricultural sector

Amit Shah, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation inaugurated IFFCO’s Nano DAP (Liquid) Plant at Kalol in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilisers, Mansukh Mandaviya and many other dignitaries were present on this occasion.

Amit Shah said that today is a very important day for the entire Western India including Gujarat as IFFCO’s Nano DAP (Liquid) plant has been inaugurated at Kalol in Gandhinagar district. Minister of Cooperation, while congratulating the IFFCO team for taking India first in the world in Nano Urea and Nano DAP, said that India is an agricultural country blessed with large and fertile cultivable land and climate suitable for three to four crops, a combination not to be found anywhere else in the world. He said that India is the only country where in the last 75 years we have developed such a system that farmers can do farming every month.

Union Minister of Cooperation said that it is the responsibility of the cooperative institutions of India to bridge the gap between the requirement and production of food grains in the country. He said that after ten years, when the list of biggest experiments done in the agricultural sector would be prepared, IFFCO’s Nano Urea and Nano DAP will find a place in it. Shah said that the need of the hour is to reduce the use of urea and move towards natural farming but at the same time, there is also a need to increase production. Shri Shah said that Nano Urea is sprayed not on the ground but on the plants and due to this, there is a zero possibility of destruction of natural elements or the earthworms present in the soil. If all the Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) use Nano Urea and Nano DAP in partnership with IFFCO then very soon our land will move towards natural farming.

He said that IFFCO has set up pan-India plants in a very modern manner. There can be no greater example of Make in India than this. IFFCO’s Kalol unit will produce about 42 lakh bottles of green technology-based Nano DAP which will definitely benefit the farmers. He said that 60 per cent of the people in our country are dependent on agriculture for earning a living and 60 per cent of the country’s land is suitable for agriculture, but for years both farmers and agriculture were ignored.

After ten years, IFFCO's Nano Urea and

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Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) plans to procure 2,500 drones for spraying its products, nano urea and nano DAP (Diammonium Phosphate).

IoTechWorld Avigation Pvt Ltd announced that it has emerged as a leader in the IFFCO drone project and secured a large contract from major cooperative IFFCO to supply 500 drones, which will be primarily used to spray nano liquid urea and DAP.

Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) plans to procure 2,500 drones for spraying its products, nano urea and nano DAP (Diammonium Phosphate). IFFCO also plans to create 5,000 rural entrepreneurs, who would be trained for spraying via drones.

Gurugram-headquartered IoTechWorld, the manufacturer of India’s first DGCA-type certified drone ‘AGRIBOT’, has been Co-Founded by Deepak Bhardwaj and Anoop Upadhyay. IoTechWorld Avigation is also backed by leading agritech company Dhanuka Agritech Ltd.

“We are indeed privileged to receive the single biggest order for the purchase of Krishi-drones from IFFCO. The company will deliver 500 drones to IFFCO by December 2023,” said Upadhyay.

He further said that since IoTechWorld’s inception, the endeavour has been to promote technological innovation in the field of agriculture, and the company is the pioneer of Krishi-drones in the country.

Elaborating on the large supply order from IFFCO, Co-founder Bhardwaj said the drone market is rapidly growing, and there has been tremendous demand from various companies, including fertiliser and pesticides companies as well as from rural entrepreneurs, including farmers.

“Our AGRIBOT (Krishi drone) has been specially designed and programmed for fertilisers. The order from IFFCO is a testament to our strength in the agri-drone segment. We aim to help farmers and Agri Entrepreneurs in the Implementation of made-in-India Nano Urea and Nano DAP newly launched by IFFCO,” he said.

Besides IFFCO, IoTechWorld Avigation has partnered with agrochemical company Syngenta and has undertaken 17,000 KM of drone yatra in various parts of the country.

“We are expecting 5-6 times more demand in the current fiscal compared to last year, with a target of selling more than 3,000 drones in this fiscal year. We are also exploring opportunities for exports. The Government’s recent decision to liberalise the export policy for drones opens up a gamut of opportunity, and there is a huge demand in overseas markets,” Upadhyay added.

The company is also in discussion for exporting drones in regions like SAARC, South East Asia, Latin America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Oman, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Philippines, Nepal, and Africa, which are the focus countries of IoTech export sales.

The company is also extensively focusing on creating awareness about the benefits of using drones in agriculture. IoTech has also set up several small pilot training organisations where people are trained to fly drones.

Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) plans

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The campaign will lead to the development of 5000 rural entrepreneurs identified by IFFCO.

Agrochemical major, IFFCO has launched a massive nationwide campaign for procuring 2500 drones “IFFCO Kisan Drones” as spray solutions for spraying its revolutionary products Nano Urea & Nano DAP inspired by Hon’ble PM vision of Sahkar Se Samriddhi. This will lead to development of 5000 rural entrepreneurs which are identified by IFFCO to be trained for spraying drones. It is a huge Step for Upliftment of Rural Economy and a step towards Sustainable Agriculture and Holistic Cooperative development under the dynamic leadership of Union Minister of Home Affairs & Cooperation Amit Shah.

To access the technical capabilities, manufacturing capacity, manufacturing process, quality processes, training curriculum, infrastructure IFFCO Management hired a reputed consultant, M/s Drone Federation of India, New Delhi. M/s Drone Federation of India evaluated the Specifications and mentioned that the technical specifications of Agri Drones being procured by IFFCO for spray of Nano Fertilizers are in accordance with industry standards. It is expected that one Drone would be able to cover 20 acres per day for spraying IFFCO Nano fertiliser, WSF, Bio-stimulants like Sagarika, Agro-chemicals etc. with backup.

IFFCO will also be procuring 2500 Electric Three Wheelers (loader type) under L-5 category Electric Vehicle 3 Wheelers to carry the Drones to the farmers’ field along with the Nano fertilisers and associated utilities. These EV 3 Wheelers are environment friendly. This will also support PM PRANAM Scheme to reduce chemical fertiliser doses and to enable states for more assistance under this scheme.  

 In extension to this & to strengthen this nationwide campaign, IFFCO has also ordered Tractor Mounted Boom Sprayers, Tractor Mounted Hose Reel Sprayers, HTP Power Sprayers with Gun,Static/ Portable Sprayer, Niyo Sprayers for foliar application of Nano fertilisers. The Nano fertilisers are applied on various crops through foliar application using Agricultural Sprayers and Drones. The Drones & Sprayers can be used for any kind of spray application.

IFFCO has introduced & invested in various pathbreaking Agro-technologies including Nanotechnology based fertilizers, promotion of Agri-drones, rural e-commerce, digitally enabling farmers and farms, IoT etc. IFFCO aims to be the flag-bearer of the modern Indian Agriculture, by being the brand resonating with innovators and progressive rural entrepreneurs aiming at Sustainable Agriculture.

The campaign will lead to the development

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ICA Global Board, General Assembly and an International Conference will be held in New Delhi for the first time in 128-year history of ICA.

 In a historic move for Indian Cooperatives, with efforts from IFFCO, The Board of International Cooperative Alliance has unanimously decided to hold ICA Global Board, General Assembly and an International Conference for the first time in 128-year history of ICA at New Delhi, India in June 2024. ICA represents more than 310 cooperative organisations from 107 countries across the world as its members.

Dr. U S Awasthi, MD, IFFCO proposed for hosting the prestigious meeting in India during an ongoing ICA Board meet in Brussels and the ICA Board unanimously approved the same. IFFCO’s mark on the Global Cooperative Movement is inspired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sahkar Se Samriddhi” and under the able dynamic leadership of Amit Shah, the first Hon’ble Minister of Cooperation, Govt. of India. IFFCO making a mark on the international arena is another huge step for the Socio -Economic development of the Country. IFFCO is ranked Number 1 Cooperative among top 300 cooperatives in the world by ICA’s World Cooperative Monitor.

The Grand International Cooperative event is aimed at leaders from ICA member cooperative organization from all over the world to gather & exchange experiences, discuss new associations and to take important institutional decisions. The ICA General Assembly is a very important event for Cooperative Organizations, as it is a display of democracy & solidarity of the Organizations.

Dr. U S Awasthi, Managing Director, IFFCO said, “It is a proud moment for IFFCO and Cooperative businesses in India to be hosting the ICA General Assembly & International Conference in India. A great achievement for all of us in the Indian Cooperative Sector. It will open up new opportunities in the cooperative sector where Indian Cooperatives can associate and participate in Global businesses.”  

IFFCO is always committed towards the growth and development of farmers across the country and strengthening the Indian Cooperative Movement to the remotest level of the country. IFFCO has done India proud for last so many years at the International Cooperative Arena.

ICA Global Board, General Assembly and an