Navigating Climate Change with Agritech
Dear Reader,
We are happy to share the 39th edition of the agribazaar newsletter. Inclement weather and unseasonal rains in different Indian regions disrupted agricultural cycles, leading to unfortunate yield losses. The marginalized farmer bears the brunt of climate change. The need for dialogue is over. The time for action takes precedence over everything else. The COP28 Summit was recently held in the UAE, where global leaders converged to discuss the actions to take related to Climate Change and Sustainability.
We feature some significant agricultural technology developments from the COP28 Summit. We also look at how global discussions are shaping the agritech ecosystems.
In the Spotlight
In his speech at the UN General Assembly, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, the COP 28 President Designate, said, “Addressing the complex interconnections between food systems, agriculture, and climate is essential for both mitigation and adaptation efforts. This integration must be a focal point in national strategies and is the cornerstone of the COP28 Presidency's Declaration on food and climate."
The COP 28 Declaration and the subsequent transformation of food systems provide excellent opportunities for agritech to prosper. Influential people from various governments are already using COP 28 as a platform to create future-proof food systems using agritech.
Developments at COP 28 hold a lot of promise for agritech promoters. We at agribazaar are excited to explore these opportunities for farmer’s benefit.
Tech Showcase
The crop assessment service on the agribazaar platform uses satellite imaging, AI, and data analysis to provide farmers with insights into their crop health. These insights help farmers in many ways:
Access to real-time data enables better decision-making and foster sustainable farming practices.?
Agri-inspiration
Shri Subhash Palekar's contribution to the field of agriculture is truly remarkable. His pioneering concept of 'zero-budget natural farming' has not only transformed the lives of over 30 million farmers but has also inspired a nationwide movement towards ecological farming. His sustainable approach towards farming has gained Government recognition and has been recognized with the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2016. His vision and dedication towards creating a sustainable future for agriculture are truly inspiring. The agribazaar team salutes his efforts and hopes to follow in his footsteps towards a more sustainable future.
Media
领英推荐
The introduction of AgriStack, a Government of India initiative, and the public-private partnerships in the agricultural value chain make agriculture an economic development driver. Agritech is rapidly transforming India's agricultural sector by bringing data-driven solutions that have long plagued it. Data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and IoT-based innovations are helping Indian farmers achieve their desired goals. The power of the smartphone is fueling all of this. In this article, our Co-Founder and CEO, Amith Agarwal, emphasizes the importance of the smartphone in India's agritech revolution.
FPO Profile
Congratulations to Kariladham Farmer Producer Company Ltd. from Ashok Nagar district in Madhya Pradesh on completing three years of our association. Your transformation in the agricultural community is truly inspiring. Your exceptional performance in the trading and finance businesses, utilizing the agribazaar platform, is a testament to your hard work and dedication. Your progress is an example of a collaboration's positive impact on farmers. We at Agribazaar are honored to be associated with you and wish you success.
Industry Updates
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), September 2023 was the warmest globally in its extensive history of compiling data, while the planet’s surface temperature throughout 2023 was the highest it had ever recorded. The COP28 climate summit held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) needed to tackle the causes of climate change and commit to taking decisive action to manage the impact of a warming planet. The key focus areas of the conference were:
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