Hi, NewsWrap for September 02, 2023

02-September-2023: CSIR-CMERI, CSIR PRIMA ET11 Electric Tractor, Crop Life India, ACFI Annual General Meeting 2023, National Conference on QR Code Implementation on Agri-Inputs

2 September 2023

  • Electric Tractor Launched By CSIR-CMERI, CSIR PRIMA ET11 Electric Tractor Best Use For Marginal & Small Farmers

    To align with global efforts to reduce carbon footprints, India pledged at COP26 in 2021 to cut carbon emissions by one billion tonnes by 2030, aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2070. Electric tractors are seen as crucial to achieving these goals, but a challenge lies in their suitability for small-scale farming. Most commercial electric tractors are designed for larger operations, while more than 80% of Indian farmers are small and marginal, typically owning 2 hectares or less of farmland.

  • Crop Life India Presents Empowering India's Agriculture with Sustainable Crop Protection Solutions Conference

    Crop Life India's National Conference on September 28, 2023, in New Delhi, featuring top agricultural ministers, to explore sustainable crop protection solutions and India's role as a global food hub. This pivotal event will take place at the esteemed Jacaranda Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, with registration commencing at 10:00 AM.

  • ACFI Annual General Meeting 2023: Advancing India's Agrochemical Industry

    The Agro Chem Federation of India (ACFI) extends a cordial invitation to industry professionals, stakeholders, and enthusiasts to join them for their Annual General Meeting, scheduled for September 6, 2023. The highlight of the evening promises to be a thought-provoking panel discussion, set to take place from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Distinguished experts and luminaries from the agrochemical sector will converge to discuss and unveil strategies aimed at positioning India as the premier Manufacturing and Export Hub for Agrochemicals.

  • GS1 India Organizes National Conference on QR Code Implementation on Agri-Inputs to Enable Standardisation

    To support the agri-input community on QR code implementation, GS1 India recently organized a "National Conference on QR Code Implementation on Agri-Inputs" in New Delhi on September 1, 2023. The conference reflected the significance of global standards in bringing about end-to-end visibility and digital innovations in the agricultural sector through knowledge sessions and panel discussions.

  • Modern Technology Is Changing The Farmer’s Life, Helps In Earning Millions Per Year By Improving Productivity

    The agriculture sector forms only about 18 per cent of India’s GDP despite employing almost 65 per cent of the total workforce. Despite significant improvement in food grain production, there are several challenges to tackle as the government aims to increase agricultural production as a share of GDP. Agriculture in India is largely dependent on nature, but climate and global warming issues make farming unpredictable.

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