Tag: Agriculture

Uttar Pradesh Poised to Lead India’s Agri-Tech Revolution

Arijit Bose
Uttar Pradesh, agri-tech, agriculture, technology, Yogi Adityanath, UP-AGREES, World Bank, Agri Stack, AgriVoltaic farming, high-tech nurseries, UAE investment, Netherlands MoUs, startups, AgWise, IRRI-ISARC, Mahatma Buddh University, Soil Health Cards, ODOP, MSME, NABARD, digital agriculture, sustainable farming, farmer welfare, rural infrastructure, digital literacy

Lucknow – Uttar Pradesh (UP), India’s agricultural powerhouse, is rapidly emerging as a frontrunner in the nation’s agri-tech revolution, leveraging technology, policy reforms, and international collaborations to transform its farming landscape. With a 20% contribution to India’s agricultural output despite possessing only 11% of the country’s cultivable land, UP is harnessing innovation to boost productivity, enhance farmer incomes, and ensure sustainable growth. Government’s Vision and Initiatives Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been a vocal advocate for integrating technology into agriculture, emphasizing its potential to triple food production. Speaking at the…

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Agriculture to play crucial role in boosting economy

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The contribution of agriculture and related sectors to the gross domestic product (GDP) of Uttar Pradesh was Rs 5.98 lakh crore in the year 2023-24. According to departmental data, it will increase to about 7.24 lakh crore in 2024. This is about one-fourth of the total GDP of the state. These figures show the importance of the agriculture sector in Uttar Pradesh. In such a situation, as per the intention of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the agriculture sector will play an important role in the economy of one trillion…

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Agriculture getting smarter with age

Arijit Bose
Agriculture

Lucknow: The use of technology in agriculture has revolutionized crop yield enhancement, making farming more efficient, sustainable, and productive. Here are several ways technology is utilized for better crop yield: Precision Farming: Precision agriculture employs technologies like GPS, drones, and sensors to monitor and manage crops with pinpoint accuracy. Farmers can precisely control irrigation, fertilization, and pesticide application based on real-time data, leading to optimized resource use and increased yields. Data Analytics and Predictive Modeling: Advanced analytics and predictive modeling tools process vast amounts of data, including weather patterns, soil…

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