Chouhan advocates rapid farm tech transfer to improve agriculture

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has called for a quicker transfer of farming technologies from laboratories to the fields. He believes this will significantly benefit farmers. Chouhan spoke at the 63rd convocation of the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), where he highlighted the need for smart farming and advanced digital tools. During his address, Chouhan mentioned the importance of sustainable agriculture and climate-resilient farming. He pointed out that it's essential to help small and marginal farmers increase their income through research and innovation. India's agricultural growth rate is currently at 5 percent, which he credits to the collaboration between IARI and farmers. Chouhan urged students and researchers to tackle agricultural challenges through entrepreneurship and new startups. He emphasized that more research is needed to position India as a leader in the agricultural sector. The event was also attended by other key officials, including Ministers of State for Agriculture and the IARI Director.