SUBHASH MISHRA
Dhanbad, Aug 26: The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad (IIT-ISM), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sansar Green Partner (SGP), Giridih, to introduce AI-based organic farming solutions.
The agreement was formalized by the Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE), IIT-ISM Foundation, along with SGP directors Rajeev Singh and Rimi Singh. The collaboration aims to develop an advanced AI-powered platform to transform organic farming through localized, farmer-centric solutions.
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AI-enabled ecosystem for farmers
Officials said the initiative, incubated under CIIE, IIT-ISM Dhanbad Foundation, will empower farmers with a comprehensive digital ecosystem. This will include AI-driven soil health analysis and customized crop recommendations tailored to local soil, climate, and pH conditions.
As part of the agreement, Sansar Green will also set up region-specific bio-fertilizer production units using native microbial strains from a Microbial Strain Bank. This will ensure compatibility with local soils and improve overall crop health.
Seeds, fertilizers, and sustainable practices
Farmers associated with the program will gain access to premium-quality organic seeds designed to enhance yield, sustainability, and crop value. The model is expected to not only promote organic farming but also improve farmers’ profitability.
Highlighting the initiative, the directors of CIIE, IIT-ISM Foundation, said that the collaboration brings together “research excellence and ground-level application,” setting a benchmark for sustainable organic farming practices in India.
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Industry perspective
Rajeev Singh, Director of Sansar Green, emphasized the importance of localized innovations in organic farming. “With incubation support from IIT-ISM, we aim to deliver AI-driven solutions and bio-fertilizers tailored to farmers’ real conditions,” he said.
This partnership marks a significant step toward creating a scalable model of sustainable agriculture, enabling farmers to adopt organic practices with confidence while ensuring improved productivity and profitability.
