The potential of Agriculture Technology via Public Partnership Programmes (PPPs)

The potential of Smart Agriculture Technology via Public Partnership Programmes (PPPs)

The centre and state governments are interested to deliver hi-tech services to farmers through PPPs. This model can play an important role for creating a viable ecosystem for smart futuristic agriculture technology.

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Use of Drone to spray pesticides and fertilizers

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All India Rice Exporters' Association (AIREA) and Basmati Exporters Development Foundation (BEDF) are organising training programs to educate farmers about pesticides usage.

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