India has embarked on a new agriculture revolution known as Agriculture 4.0

Global warming has had an adverse impact on crop production and the entire world is now looking to shift to climate-resilient technologies. One state in India is trying out a system that might have an answer to this solution though natural farming. The results from Andhra Pradesh’s Community-Based Natural Farming (APCNF) have made food experts and scientists hopeful that the natural farming used in the “rice bowl of India”.

Agriculture has long been a cornerstone of India’s economic growth, with more than half of the workforce engaged in this sector. It contributes significantly to the country’s Gross Value Added (GVA), and its exports play a crucial role in generating revenue. However, traditional farming practices have often stifled efficiency and productivity. Recognizing this, India has embarked on a new agriculture revolution known as Agriculture 4.0 . This transformative appproach leverages cutting-edge technologies to significantly enhance yields, reduce environmental impact, and ensure sustainable growth.

The agricultural landscape in India has witnessed various waves of transformation, from mechanization to the Green Revolution. Today, it stands on the cusp of a new era of Precision Agriculture, powered by the convergence of digital technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and robotics. These technologies promise to usher in a data-driven, more sustainable, and efficient farming ecosystem. Precision farming lies at the heart of Agriculture 4.0. In stark contrast to conventional farming, it involves targeted, data-driven approaches.