Status: New
| 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) | ||
| 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 |