India's Digital Agri Conference: Transforming Farming Future

The India Digital Agri Conference 2024, co-organized by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture and IIT Ropar TIF – AwaDH, aims to explore digital technology's potential in transforming Indian agriculture.

Conference Overview and Objectives

India Digital Agri Conference 2024 held in New Delhi
Co-organized by Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) and IIT Ropar TIF – AwaDH
Aimed to explore digital technology's potential in transforming Indian agriculture
Focus on modernizing farming practices and improving efficiency
Emphasis on knowledge exchange and cross-sector collaboration
Bringing together policymakers, industry experts, entrepreneurs, academics, researchers, and farmers

Digital Agriculture Mission and Key Strategies

Highlighted by Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary of Department of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare
Mission focuses on leveraging technology and data-driven solutions
Aims to empower farmers with real-time information for better decision-making

Key objectives include:

- Advancing digital agriculture through AI, IoT, drones, and data analytics
- Building climate-resilient farming systems
- Empowering smallholder farmers with accessible digital tools
- Enhancing crop protection through early detection of pests and diseases
- Fostering innovation and investment in agri-tech sector
- Shaping supportive policies for digital agriculture adoption

Sustainable Practices and Market Linkages

Emphasis on sustainable farming and climate resilience using digital tools
Discussions on preparing farmers to deal with climate change effects
Focus on improving market access for farmers through digital platforms
Aim to streamline supply chains and boost smallholder farmers' livelihoods
Exploration of AI and drone technologies for resource optimization and crop protection

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