The Odisha Government is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to provide farmers with timely and accurate agricultural data.
The initiative aims to reduce crop losses and boost production, ensuring farmers receive essential information at their fingertips.
During a presentation at the Lok Seva Bhavan Conference Hall, representatives from AMNEX, a company specialising in AI-driven agricultural solutions, showcased their expertise in analysing geographical data to enhance farming practices. The session was attended by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, along with key officials from the Agriculture Department.
Deputy Chief Minister Singh Deo emphasised the importance of technology in strengthening the agricultural sector, stating, “Farmers are the backbone of our country, and we are committed to providing them with timely agricultural information to minimise losses and maximise productivity.”
Odisha has emerged as a leader in digital agriculture, with Principal Secretary Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee highlighting the state’s efforts to transform farmers into prosperous agricultural entrepreneurs through AI-driven solutions.
AMNEX has previously collaborated with the Agriculture Department on projects such as AgriStake-Digital Crop Survey and Farmers Registry. Additionally, the company is providing technical assistance for 33 crops in partnership with the Union Ministry of Agriculture.
The meeting was attended by Director of Agriculture Shri Shubham Saxena, Director of Horticulture Nikhil Pawan Kalyan, and AMNEX representatives Parichay Kumar Das, Nitish Thakkar, Jayendra Puwar, and Anand Parija.
