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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Andhra Pradesh to fully digitize agriculture from Kharif 2025
Vijayawada: The agriculture department of Andhra Pradesh is set to transition into a fully digital system from Kharif 2025, with all its operations to be carried out exclusively through the APAIMS 2.0 (Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Information Management System) platform. This landmark reform will cover every aspect of agricultural governance — from input management and subsidy distribution to pest alerts and e-market linkages. AP agriculture department announced that the digitization drive is progressing swiftly and will significantly benefit both farmers and the government. "From Kharif 2025, there will be no offline services. APAIMS 2.0 will handle everything — from seed distribution to real-time advisories—ensuring transparency and fast service delivery," said S Dilli Rao, director of agriculture Developed by Vassar Labs IT Solutions, APAIMS 2.0 is a farmer-focused platform that uses technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to provide plot-level pest and disease alerts, personalised advisories, and integrated workflows. The system is designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce delays, and offer seamless digital services to the farming community. "This digital integration will help farmers to get personalised alerts based on the crop they sowed in particular season. This will be helpful in case of crop damage and claiming insurance. Farmers can easily sell their crop and they doesnt need to submit documets everytime. We are testing it this season and will rectify any flaws based on the feedback," Dilli Rao said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo The state's efforts received international recognition recently when a 10-member delegation from Ethiopia's Agriculture Transformation Institute (ATI) toured Andhra Pradesh to study its digital agriculture advancements. The team, led by Girum Ketema Teklemariam, director of digital agriculture and finance program, visited the State RTGS Centre and natural farming fields in Eluru to observe APAIMS 2.0 and related initiatives in action. The Ethiopian officials praised the comprehensive digital model adopted by Andhra Pradesh and expressed interest in replicating a similar system in their own country.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Farm mechanisation drive benefits 25K farmers in 45 days
Vijayawada: The farm mechanisation initiative of Andhra Pradesh govt is receiving a good and positive response from farmers across the state. More than 25,000 farmers benefited from the scheme within the first 45 days of its launch, with subsidies amounting to 61 crore disbursed for the purchase of essential agricultural machinery. After a five-year gap, the State relaunched this scheme as a flagship programme under the sub-mission on agricultural mechanization (SMAM), targeting primarily small and marginal farmers. In a key change from previous models, the new system offers a frontend subsidy model—where farmers receive a 50% subsidy directly at the time of purchase rather than paying the full amount upfront and claiming it later. This shift is encouraging more farmers to come forward and invest in modern farm tools, easing their financial burden and making mechanised agriculture more accessible. The scheme covers a comprehensive range of equipment, from land preparation to harvesting, with a special focus on reaching rainfed and tribal regions. This is expected to reduce dependency on manual labour and enhance productivity in the agriculture sector. The initiative is managed through the Karshak Portal – FM App, developed by NIC-AP, which integrates data from multiple govt departments to verify eligibility and prevent duplication. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo These include land ownership (webland), cultivation records (ePanta), family eligibility (GSWS), forest cultivator data (Giribhoomi), and previous subsidy status from the agriculture department. Applications, beneficiary selection, progress tracking, and grievance handling are all conducted online, ensuring a transparent and efficient system. "The AP Agro Industries Development Corporation Ltd (AP AGROS) is functioning as the nodal agency for this initiative, managing logistics, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring on-ground delivery of equipment. The govt is committed to expanding the scheme across all districts to strengthen farm infrastructure and help small and marginal farmers adopt modern, technology-based farming practices," said S Dilli Rao, director of the Andhra Pradesh agriculture department. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
