Hi, NewsWrap for May 29, 2024

29-May-2024: Coconut Harvesting Robot, Hydroponic Farming, Best Agrolife, ICAR, ISF World Seed Congress 2024, Thanos Technologies, Climate Change

29 May 2024

  • Indian Researchers Patent Coconut Harvesting Robot

    The teams led by Dr. A. R. Desai of the ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and Dr. Rajendra S. Gad of Goa University have achieved significant milestones in agricultural technology. Their invention, an Unmanned Remote-Controlled Palm Tree Harvesting Robot, has been granted patent.

  • AIoT Enhances Efficiency and Sustainability in Hydroponic Farming: Study

    Researchers have examined the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) in optimizing hydroponic farming in a study titled "An AIoT-based hydroponic system for crop recommendation and nutrient parameter monitorization," which was published in the journal Science Direct. This innovative approach aims to enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in hydroponics, offering a viable alternative to traditional soil-based agriculture, especially in urban and resource-limited environments.

  • Best Agrolife Limited Announces Steady FY24 Growth and Marks New Chapter with NSE Listing

    Best Agrolife Limited (BSE: 539660, NSE: BESTAGRO), one of India’s leading agrochemicals manufacturers, announced its audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31st, 2024 in the Board meeting held on 24th May 2024.

  • Awareness Campaign on Crop Diversification Held at ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research

    In a concerted effort towards enhancing agricultural sustainability and resilience, an awareness program on 'Crop Diversification' was organized today at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research (ICAR-IIFSR), Modipuram, Meerut, under the aegis of the LiFE Mission.

  • ISF World Seed Congress 2024- Day 3 Highlights: Seeds4Food Coalition, Seed Resilience, and Business Opportunities in Seed Applied Technologies

    The third day of the ISF World Seed Congress 2024 dawned with an energetic registration process, signaling the start of a day brimming with promise and pivotal discussions. Amidst bustling activity, participants engaged in vibrant trading table discussions, setting the stage for a series of insightful dialogues. Key topics included the Seeds for Food Coalition, the seed sector's role in boosting agricultural productivity and environmental stewardship, and the impactful ISF Seed Resilience project in Rwanda. Against the backdrop of a polarized and fragmented world, delegates delved into the pressing challenges confronting the seed sector. Moreover, attention was drawn to emerging business opportunities in Seed Applied Technologies, showcasing the industry's ongoing innovative advancements.

  • Thanos Technologies and IFFCO Join Forces to Transform 10 Lakh Acres of Indian Farmland

    Thanos Technologies, a pioneer in agricultural drone technology is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Coop Ltd. (IFFCO). The recently signed Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between Thanos Technologies and IFFCO, signals the commencement of a transformative initiative aimed at revolutionizing agricultural practices across the country.

  • Climate Change Adds 26 Extreme Heat Days Globally on Average, Impacting 78% of World’s Population: Report

    On Tuesday, May 28, a collaborative report by the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, World Weather Attribution, and Climate Central revealed alarming findings about the impact of climate change on global temperatures. The report, which analyzed the role of climate change in the increase of extreme heat days over the past year, underscores the critical influence of human activities on global weather patterns.

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29 May 2024

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