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Panel discussion on Maximizing Mitigation: Lowering climate-impact of agri-food systems was moderated by Krishnan G S The speakers in this panel were Ajai Rana, Kunal Prasad, and Shiva Mudgil Agriculture contributes to 14% of global carbon emissions. That’s why it is essential to find mitigation options for agriculture while maintaining the food security. This challenge has a third dimension in India because small-holding farmers can't afford to take a yield cut. Various organizations have created methods to mitigate the effects of agriculture on climate. For instance, Savanah seeds is promoting DSR cultivation in Agriculture, IFC is working towards adopting sustainable dairy practices and Bambrew is innovating to replace plastics in inputs / output packaging with bamboo based bio-plastics. CEEW is working towards multi-level interventions oriented towards change in behaviours of different stakeholders including, the farmers by altering farming practices, consumers changing consumptions habits, processors by decentralizing processing and supply chain by replacing plastics and fuel used. The panel discussion highlighted such innovations that mitigate the incumbent negative climate impacts of agri-food systems. We’ve more exciting sessions lined up at the THTS, stay tuned for more Summit updates! Rabo Foundation Bram Spann 🌱💡Dheeraj Mutreja Ritu Verma Ram Kaundinya Raman Ahuja Hemendra Mathur Sannidhi Srinivasan Abhijit Goswami Dr. Pallavi Tak Google Cloud Excel Industries Ltd. Make it Happen Services LLP AND Business Consulting #THTS2024 #ThinkAg #ThinkAgHarvestingTomorrowSummit2024 #foodtech #agritech #futureofagriculture #startupindia #agribusiness #ThinkAgregistration #paneldiscussion #ThinkAgIndia

I write in The Sunday Guardian on 14th July with Rameesh Kailasam on sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. The transformation of India’s rice sector presents a unique opportunity for the country to become a global leader in sustainable agriculture. By embracing innovative solutions and fostering collaboration across the value chain, India can create a model for other nations to follow. Effective interventions must be simple, easily adoptable by farmers, and should deliver benefits across the value chain. The article highlights innovative solutions like String Bio Private Limited's microbial bio-stimulant #CleanRise and its capability for supporting responsible rice production in the country. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/geDsx9QX IndiaTech.Org Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India Ezhil Subbian #SustainbleAgriculture #ClimateResilience #Rice

We are back with India's largest gathering of agri stakeholders in what I believe is the most exciting time in the sector. As India builds out it's DPI stacks and re-envisions how it grows and feeds the world sustainably innovation is at the heart of the change. Come join us in as the best minds discuss the future of agri and food. #agtech #foodtech #clinatetech Ankur Capital

The National Endeavor for Enhancing Water Resource Management through Innovative Technology and Roadmap Alignment (#NEERMITRA) is a comprehensive initiative aimed at accelerating India's progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 6 (#SDG6) targets on clean water and sanitation. The initiative focuses on identifying and prioritizing challenges related to water security in India and developing a technology roadmap to address these challenges. Thank you, Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Dr. Preeti Banzal, and Dr. M. Mohanty, FNAAS for inviting ICARDA; International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas to the roundtable discussion. The NEERMITRA roundtable on water security in agriculture was an important step towards identifying and prioritizing the most pressing challenges faced by the sector and guiding the development of a targeted science, technology and innovation (STI) roadmap. We look forward to follow-up steps to help develop a national roadmap and sharing our novel innovations from the world over to serve the dryland farmers of India.

Market research provides essential insights to understand consumer demand, drive innovation, inform policy, and build sustainable supply chains. By aligning agricultural production with these insights, we can foster sustainability while ensuring growth in India's foodgrain output. Courtesy: businessline #Agriculture #Sustainability #MarketResearch #FoodGrain #Productivity #CropLifeIndia

Accelerating WRI India’s goals for building sustainable food and land use systems, we organized a plenary at #ConnectKaro2024 on 'Enabling Sustainable and Resilient Food and Land Use Systems in India.' The session saw expert speakers addressing key challenges faced in transitioning to sustainable food and land use systems in the country as well as financing opportunities and innovative models that can support this transition.  India is home to 18% of the global population but occupies just 2.4% of the world’s land and has access to only 4% of its water resources (Singh et al. 2023), resulting in a complex challenge with competing land demands, aggravated even further with increasing climate stresses. This impacts livelihoods and incomes of over 700 million people across India who depend on forests, common lands, and agriculture for their sustenance, including forest-dependent communities and small and marginal farmers, who are one of the most vulnerable groups affected (MoeF 2015, MoAFW 2019). With a diverse panel of experts joining for this dialogue, the session provided critical insights on how to bolster an inclusive stakeholder collaboration to tackle the complex issues of production, distribution, and consumption across the food systems. Swipe for key highlights from the session!  Dr. Dr. Ruchika Singh | National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) | Pritee Chaudhary | Food Safety and Standards Authority of India | SEWA Bharat | Takayuki Hagiwara | FAO | Dr Chandrashekhar Biradar | Sampriti Baruah | Srishti Kochhar | Ritoja Basu | Dr. Nitya Sharma | Nupur Kulkarni | Rajat Pandey | Seema Yadav | Siddharth Edake | Shweta P. | Anjali Rao Koppala | Meenakshi Kakar | Kritika Gadhvi #GenerationRestoration #Sustainability #ResilientFutures #CircularEconomy #IndiaAgriculture #FoodSystems #LandUseSystems #ClimateChange 

Exciting News! I am thrilled to announce that i have successfully published a patent for Farm2Connect: A System for Efficient Distribution of Vegetables and Fruits in India! 🌱🍎#Farm2Connect Farm2Connect is designed to revolutionize the way fruits and vegetables are distributed in India. Our innovative system addresses critical challenges in the supply chain, ensuring that fresh produce reaches consumers efficiently and sustainably. #Innovation #Agriculture  Key Features of Farm2Connect: 1.Optimized Logistics: Streamlined processes to reduce transportation time and costs. 2.Quality Assurance: Advanced monitoring to maintain the freshness and quality of produce. 3.Sustainable Practices: Eco-friendly solutions to minimize waste and environmental impact. Farmers' Empowerment: Providing farmers with better market access and fair prices. This milestone represents a significant step towards transforming India's agricultural landscape, improving food security, and supporting the livelihood of farmers. #Sustainability #FoodSecurity Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and drive change in the industry. #allianceuniversity #agriculture #PatentPublished #ProudMoment #TeamWork #FutureOfFarming #India

Leveraging Opportunities in India’s Dairy Industry 🚀 Yesterday was a great day for insights and collaborations! Harel Fred Pradelsky (彭大福)'s presentation targeted the potential of #Mileutis technology within the Indian dairy sector. This pivotal discussion included key business leaders from dairy companies, agricultural organizations, and innovative startups. 🌍 With India as a leading dairy powerhouse, boasting extensive milk production, our goals are firmly set on advancing the sustainable dairy industry. A special thank you to Joseph (Joey) Abraham, the Consul for Trade and Economic Affairs of Israel at the Consulate General of Israel in Bangalore, for his inspiring words of blessing. Additional thanks to veshala gajaraj for her invaluable support and contributions to the webinar. We are immensely grateful for the support from the Israel Trade and Economic Mission in Bangalore. Excited about the future, we look forward to a world where sustainability and innovation move forward together. David Javier Iscovich/ Jose Mario Iscovich / Gadi Sznajder / Tal Gross /Ifath Elkouby /Shimon Landes / Daria Badikhi/ Ido Heimer /Thomas Overbay / Daria Badikhi / Anna Dimantov-Algamas #india #Israel #dairy #animalheal #DairyIndustry #AgTech #SustainableFarming #InnovationInAgriculture #IndiaBusiness #IsraeliTech #GlobalTrade #EcoInnovation #StartupIndia #GreenTechnology #FoodTech #Agribusiness #TechForGood #FutureOfFood #EnvironmentalSustainability #CleanTech #Agripreneurship #DairyTech #SmartFarming #ClimateSmartAgriculture #EcoFriendly #B2B #InternationalRelations #TradeDevelopment #InnovativeStartups

#SustainableAgriculture What it #means: Sustainable agriculture prioritizes meeting the food and fiber needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same. It focuses on environmentally sound practices that minimize negative impacts on the planet while ensuring economic viability for farmers. #Keyprinciples: *Reduced reliance on synthetic inputs: Minimizing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides to protect soil health and reduce pollution. *Soil conservation practices: Techniques like crop rotation, cover cropping, and no-till farming to improve soil fertility and prevent erosion. *Biodiversity promotion: Encouraging the presence of diverse plant and animal life within agricultural systems to enhance ecosystem services. *Water resource management: Utilizing water efficiently through practices like drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting. *Fair and ethical labor practices: Ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for the rights of agricultural workers. #Benefits of sustainable agriculture: *Improved soil health: Leads to increased productivity and reduced reliance on external inputs. *Reduced environmental impact: Contributes to cleaner air, water, and biodiversity conservation. * Enhanced climate resilience: Builds adaptive capacity to the effects of climate change. * Improved farmer livelihoods: Promotes long-term economic sustainability for farmers. #Challenges in India: *Small landholdings: Many Indian farmers have small landholdings, making it difficult to adopt certain sustainable practices. *Limited access to resources: Access to knowledge, technology, and financial resources can hinder the adoption of sustainable techniques. *Market access and fair prices: Farmers often face challenges in accessing fair prices for their sustainably produced goods. Despite these challenges, India is making strides in promoting sustainable agriculture: *The National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA): Aims to promote the use of sustainable agricultural practices throughout the country. *Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs): Empowering farmers to collectively access resources, market their produce, and adopt sustainable practices. By supporting sustainable agriculture, we can ensure a future where food production meets the needs of all without compromising the well-being of our planet. #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSecurity #Environment #Sustainability #India #terminology #term15

𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗞𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗻, 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀, 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: In the rich tapestry of agriculture, UrbanKissan, Future Farms, Triton Foodworks, and Letcetra Agritech stand as beacons of innovation and sustainability. Founded by visionary individuals with an unwavering commitment to transforming the food landscape, these companies have woven together technology, science, and a deep respect for the environment to cultivate a more sustainable India. 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗞𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗻: The brainchild of Priya Patel, UrbanKissan, was born out of a desire to reconnect urban dwellers with their food source. Priya, an urban planner turned agritech entrepreneur, envisioned a future where cities could sustainably produce fresh produce. With a mission to reduce food miles and carbon footprint, UrbanKissan utilizes vertical farming and hydroponics to grow vegetables and herbs in urban spaces. Priya's vision extends beyond profit, aiming to foster community resilience and environmental stewardship through accessible, locally-grown produce. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gf5fsNKH #SustainableFarming #TechInAgri #UrbanAgriculture #FoodSecurity #FarmInnovation #GreenIndia #FutureOfFood #AgritechRevolution #LocalProduce #HealthyEating #FarmToTable #ClimateSmartAgri #FoodTech #ZeroHunger #AgriEntrepreneurship #SmartFarming #RuralDevelopment #AgriSustainability #NutritionMatters #InnovativeFarming