Is SMART Farming A Smart Bet for India?

In the dynamic landscape of Indian agriculture, the dawn of smart farming technologies heralds a new era of innovation and efficiency. Recently, significant strides have been made in this sector, exemplified by Arya.ag’s, strategic partnership with Crystal Crop Protection Limited. This collaboration introduces a nationwide crop monitoring initiative powered by Arya.ag’s cutting-edge satellite crop monitoring tool, Prakshep”. Such initiatives underscore India’s commitment to advancing agricultural practices towards greater productivity and sustainability, a commitment further reinforced in India’s Interim Budget 2024. Let's look into more aspects related to the smart agriculture market in India.

- Nitin Konde

India’s smart agriculture market is poised for remarkable growth, projected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.38 per cent and is expected to garner a revenue of $886.21 million by 2028, according to insights from Inkwood Research. This trajectory is fuelled by several factors including the widespread adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, advancements in analytics and supportive government initiatives. The segmentation of this market highlights various components and types, such as smart greenhouse systems, precision farming techniques, livestock monitoring solutions, and precision aquaculture methods.

Innovative technological solutions

One of the pivotal contributions of data-driven technologies to agriculture lies in the integration of AI-based sensors and IoT devices with farm machinery. This integration facilitates real-time monitoring and decision-making, empowering farmers with actionable insights to optimise crop yields and resource management. Arya.ag's partnership with Crystal Crop Protection Limited exemplifies this approach, aiming to equip farmers across key Indian states with data-driven strategies for sustainable farming practices and enhanced yields.

Furthermore, collaborations like the one between Zuari FarmHub and CropX Technologies underscore the industry's commitment to revolutionising farming practices through real-time monitoring and digital agronomic solutions. These initiatives not only enhance productivity but also underscore a broader commitment to sustainability in agriculture.