Crop Yield

  An Odisha innovator built a ₹85 IoT device that detects crop diseases within 12 hours—and even predicts them up […]

In a major leap for Indian agriculture, engineering student Rahul Arepaka has developed ‘Rakshak,’ an AI-powered laser-weeding robot that removes the need for chemical herbicides and manual labour. By automating weed control with precision, this innovation offers farmers a more sustainable and cost-effective path to better yields and healthier soil.

In a transformative stride towards sustainable agriculture, Kerala-based siblings Devika and Devan Chandrasekharan have pioneered the use of drone technology to enhance farming practices across India. Their startup, Fuselage Innovations, launched in 2020, has introduced drones that significantly increase crop yields while reducing dependency on fertilizers.

A new generation of agritech startups in India is using sensors, AI, and IoT to make farming precise, predictive, and profitable. From microclimate monitoring to irrigation automation, these technologies are reshaping how farmers grow, manage, and sell their crops—putting data-driven decision-making at the heart of Indian agriculture.