Baramati, Maharashtra: In the digital era of “Digital India,” Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is gaining momentum, revolutionizing sectors across the country. One such area where AI is proving transformative is agriculture. The application of AI in farming has shown remarkable potential, with Baramati leading the charge in enhancing agricultural productivity.
Baramati farmers are working towards achieving remarkable results in sugarcane farming using AI technology, setting an example for the future of agriculture. Microsoft Chairman Satya Nadella, who visited India, recognized their efforts and praised the innovative work during his visit to Baramati.
Suresh Jagtap, a farmer from Baramati, has recently adopted AI technology to increase sugarcane production. With the assistance of the Agriculture Development Trust (ADT) in Baramati and support from Microsoft’s AI tools, Jagtap has been able to boost his crop yields. Satya Nadella, who is currently on a tour of India, took notice of this innovation and praised the efforts in Baramati for integrating AI into agriculture. Nadella also expressed appreciation on social media regarding his meeting with ADT Baramati, highlighting the groundbreaking project.
In a tweet, Nadella wrote, “It was great to meet the team at ADT Baramati today, who are using our AI tools to help farmers grow healthier, more sustainable harvests.”
It was great to meet the team at ADT Baramati today, who are using our AI tools to help farmers grow healthier, more sustainable harvests. https://t.co/8vB8vkelDs
— Satya Nadella (@satyanadella) January 8, 2025
Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Sharad Pawar also expressed his gratitude to Nadella through X (Formerly Twitter.) He said, “Thank you Satya Nadella for highlighting the benefits of AI for agriculture. We at ADT Baramati are committed to bring to the farmers the latest technologies available in order for them to benefit from the same, and are committed to work with Microsoft to ensure the technologies are put to the best use possible.”
Thank you @satyanadella for highlighting the benefits of AI for agriculture. We at ADT Baramati are committed to bring to the farmers the latest technologies available in order for them to benefit from the same, and are committed to work with Microsoft to ensure the technologies… https://t.co/WRb9W60ByU
— Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) January 8, 2025
The progressive experiment, led by Dr. Nilesh Nalwade, CEO of ADT’s KVK, and progressive farmer Seema Chavan, was presented at an event in Delhi. Microsoft acknowledged the organization’s significant contributions to agriculture and expressed their commitment to utilizing AI technology for the benefit of farmers.
The ADT in Baramati has been guiding 1,000 farmers in using AI technology for sugarcane farming on an experimental basis. These farmers are receiving guidance on how AI can enhance sugarcane farming, with a focus on improving sustainability and productivity. The use of AI in agriculture aims to provide real-time solutions for optimal crop management, thereby empowering farmers to make data-driven decisions.
From January 16 to 20, an agricultural exhibition will be held at the Agriculture Development Trust in Baramati. The event will showcase practical demonstrations of AI-powered farming techniques for sugarcane and other crops, giving farmers a glimpse into future agricultural methods.
Before the exhibition, the ADT team presented their findings to Nadella, showcasing how AI can transform farming. Nadella’s acknowledgement of their efforts has earned the trust’s widespread appreciation.
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