Use of Technologies in Agriculture

 The use of technology is increasing day by
day.
 We all depend on technology & we use
various technology to accomplish specific
tasks in our lives.
 In today’s world, we are surrounded by a
lots of technologies.
 So it is better to stay up-to-date with new
emerging technologies.

 Technology has played a big role in developing the
agricultural industry.
 Innovations in technologies have modernized the
agricultural field.
 Various machineries & tools have helped the
farmers of our country to play a vital role in
developing the economy.
 In India, the basic technology of agricultural
machines has changed little in the last century.

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 Around 58 % population of India depends on Agriculture.
 Almost 60% of Indian land comprises of agricultural land
 140.7 million hectare area is available for sown.
Agriculture & catch fishery is amongst the fastest growing
industries in India.
Agriculture continues to play a major role in Indian Economy.

 Major Technological Advancements in
Agriculture
 Mechanization
 Chemical Fertilizers
 Hybridization
 Biotechnology

 Pre & post harvesting technology
 Energy saving technology
 Environment protection technology
 Information and Communication technology
 GIS & RS technology
 Internet/Intranet Technology

 In agriculture, time & production are so
important; you have to plant in time,
harvest in time & deliver to stores in time.
 Now a farmer can cultivate on more than 2
acres of land with less labor.
 The use of planters & harvesters makes
the process so easy.

 It helps in making products available on
markets in time from the farm.
 With modern transportation, consumers can
have fresh crops available very easily.
 It also helps farmers to easily transport
fertilizers & other farm products to their
farm.
 It also speeds the supply of agro-products to
market .

 It is one of the useful technology for both
farmers & the consumers.
 These cooling facilities are installed in
food transportation trucks, so crops will
stay fresh.
 Due to this, consumers get fresh products
& the farmers will sell all their products
because the demand will be high.

 Plants which are produced genetically can
resist diseases & pests.
 It rewards the farmer with good yields &
saves them time.
 As they are resistant to most diseases &
pests, the farmer will spend less money on
pesticides.

 Previously, farmers have to hunt for grass
for animals.
 Now, these feeds can be manufactured &
consumed by animals.
 They have extra nutrition which improves
health of animals.
 The price of these feed is fair & low.
 It saves time & money of the farmer.

 Nowadays, mobiles & smartphones are playing a
vital role in accessing information about any topic.
 Thus several mobile apps have been developed
for ease in work for the farmers.
 These applications are more advanced & can give
accurate information.
 With increase in craze of smartphones & tablets,
its market is likely to grow.

 ID Apps : For identification purpose ( weeds, insects,etc.)
 CALC Apps : For calculating purposes (Volume to spray, tank
mixes,etc.)
 ECON Apps : For checking grain prices, market evolutions, news &
finances.
 SCOUT Apps : For scouting purposes or for geo-positioning (soil
sampling, soil types, etc.)
 GUIDE Apps : For diagnosing crop production issues in the field,
related to field guides.
 GAG Apps : GAG (General Ag-Apps) for general use, management,
weather-related, magazines, & more

 eFarmer
 AgWeb
 ArcGIS
 The Corn
 Aphid Scout
 Ag-PhD
 Farm Manager
 Organic Farming
 Rainbow
 Unit Converter Ultimate

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Agricultureas%ofGDP
Agri-contribution to GDP declining

 Indian agriculture is famous for its rich bio-diversity.
 Average yield in India is just 30% to 50% of the highest
average yield in the world.
 Agriculture in India is not technically developed.
 Illiteracy and socio-economic backwardness results in
low productivity in India.

 Green Revolution (1968)
 Ever-Green Revolution (1996)
 Blue Revolution (water, fish)
 White Revolution (Milk)
 Yellow Revolution (flower, edible)
 Bio-Technology Revolution
 ICT Revolution

 Significance of technology in agriculture is increasing
day by day.
 With improved technologies, we can have a high crop
yield.
 It can save time & money.
 It is very important to accelerate economy of the
country.
 Both farmers & the consumers, can get the benefit of
advanced technologies.
 In future, the agricultural field is likely to be more
advanced .

Use of Technologies in Agriculture

Use of Technologies in Agriculture

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