Govt to provide financial support for use of drones in agriculture under ‘Sub-Mission on Agriculture Mechanization’

Govt to provide financial support for use of drones in agriculture under ‘Sub-Mission on Agriculture Mechanization’

The amended guidelines of SMAM envisages granting upto 100% of the cost of agricultural drones or Rs. 10 lakh, whichever is less, as a grant for the purchase of drones by FMTTIs, ICAR institutes, KVKs and SAUs

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Is Govt really committed to welfare of farmers with a status quo Budget?

Is Govt really committed to welfare of farmers with a status quo Budget?

During the pandemic, the agriculture sector remained vibrant and inculcated a deeper sense of dependency. However, the measures announced today remain short of expectations for pushing research, innovations, efficiency, creation of a new ecosystem, and sustainable growth of the agriculture sector. BK Jha writes…

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