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Upskilling Marginal Farmers in India Through Innovative Techno-Farming Interventions

Status: New

Lab/Organization
Name & address of the Laboratory/Organization Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Palakkad
Website address https://iitpkd.ac.in/
Affiliated to which Department/Ministry Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
CSR Registration Number CSR00006228
Registration under 12A
Registration under 80G ITBA/EXM/S/80G/2020-21/1027823431(1) dated 28/08/2020
Name of the CSR Nodal Sureshkumar Chekkala
Contact information of CSR Nodal 9494143565 , aricsr@iitpkd.ac.in
Principal Investigator Dr. Sreenath T V, , sreenath@iitpkd.ac.in
Co- Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
Project Detail
Objective on the basis of need

1. Upskill Farmers and Stakeholders

2. Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship

3. Promote Sustainable Agricultural Practices

4. Facilitate Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

5. Support Startup Development and Funding

6. Improve Livelihoods for Farmers

7. Develop Cutting-Edge Agricultural Solutions"

Executive summary of the proposed project (In 250 words)

The Smart AgriTech Centre for Advanced Research and Development (SATCARD) presents SATCARDAgTech-Farmer-Upskillment-proposal, an initiative aimed at revolutionizing agriculture through technological innovation. This flagship event brings together experts from academia, industry, and farming communities to develop pioneering solutions for modern agriculture. The event features workshops, hands-on coding challenges, and personalized mentorship from industry experts. Participants will have access to cutting-edge resources and tools, enabling them to transform their innovative concepts into reality. The event culminates in a skills competition where teams will showcase their solutions to a panel of adjudicators. Winners will receive substantial funding, mentorship, and the opportunity to field-test their innovations. By participating in this initiative, farmers, startups, and entrepreneurs can take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to bring about transformational change and usher in a future with sustainable practices and improved livelihoods.

Technology Readiness Level (If not a new project but an advancement of existing know how) 5
Outomes or Deliverables

SATCARD-AgTech-Farmer-Upskillment-proposal aims to:

- Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture

- Promote sustainable agricultural practices

- Improve livelihoods for farmers

- Develop cutting-edge agricultural solutions

Project aligned with which most relevant UN SDGs Goal 3 - Good Health & Well-Being
Goal 4 - Quality Education
Goal 13 - Climate Action
Goal 17 - Partnerships For The Goals
Duration (In years) 2
Expected Impact

- Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture

- Promote sustainable agricultural practices

- Improve livelihoods for farmers

- Develop cutting-edge agricultural solutions

Implementation model (self- implemented/ outsourced partnership) self- implemented
Total Budget (Recurring +Non-Recurring Expenses) 29.8 Lakhs