Knowledge Corner

Role of Agrochemicals in Enhancing Post-Harvest Quality and Reducing Losses

Agrochemicals reduce India’s 20–40% post-harvest losses, preserving quality, boosting farmer incomes, and strengthening food security....

Soil Health and Agrochemical Integration: Nutrient Management for Sustainable Productivity

Integrated Nutrient Management restores soil health, boosts yields, cuts costs, and ensures sustainable farming in India....

Integrated Weed and Pest Management (IWPM): Combining Agrochemicals with Cultural Methods

IWPM helps Indian farmers cut weeds and pests sustainably using smart chemicals, cultural practices, and monitoring....

Crop Insurance and Scientific Input Use: Reducing Risk Through Better Farm Practices

PMFBY plus precision farming helps Indian farmers cut climate risks, boost yields and secure faster insurance claims....

Bio-Based Crop Protection: Science, Adoption Barriers, and Future Prospects

India’s bio-based crop protection uses microbes and plant extracts to reduce chemicals and support sustainable farming....

Agrochemicals and Climate Resilience: Tools and Strategies for Changing Weather Patterns

Smart agrochemicals and precision tech help climate-proof India’s rainfed farms, boosting yields with less chemical use....

Boosting Domestic Agrochemical Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges

India’s agrochemicals can grow through parks and R&D, but import dependence, red tape, and green costs remain hurdles....

India’s Agrochemical Policy 2026: Key Reforms, Industry Expectations, and Farmer Impact

India’s 2026 agro reforms boost self-reliance, cut input costs, spur innovation and digital farming, aiding farmers and exports....

Balancing Yield, Cost, and Safety: What Responsible Input Use Means for Small Farmers

Responsible input use enables smallholder farmers in India, typically operating on holdings under 2 hectares, to achieve optimal crop yields, minimise expenditure through reduced wastage, an...

From Lab to Land: How New Agricultural Technologies Reach Indian Farmers

New agricultural technologies transition from laboratory innovation to widespread adoption among farmers through structured pathways that involve research, validation, regulatory approval, a...

The Role of Data and Diagnostics in Reducing Excess Input Use in Indian Farms

Precision diagnostics—sensors, drones, GIS—optimize fertiliser, water, and pesticide use on Indian farms, cutting waste, costs, and boosting yields....

Why Farmer Training and Advisory Services Matter as Much as Farm Inputs

Farmer training and advisory services yield benefits comparable to high-quality farm inputs, enabling India's 140 million agricultural households to optimise resource utilisation for enhance...

What Is Precision Farming? Benefits, Techniques, and Future

Precision farming, also known as precision agriculture, is an advanced farming technique that uses technology to monitor and manage the variability of field conditions in order to optimize c...

Types of Drip Irrigation: Methods, Benefits, and Best Uses

Drip irrigation is a highly efficient and water-saving irrigation method that delivers water directly to the plant roots through a system of pipes, tubes, and emitters. This method minimiz...

Drones, Digital Advisories, and Next-Gen Inputs How technology is Modernising Indian farming

India’s agriculture sector is undergoing a transformative change driven by cutting-edge innovations that promise to increase productivity, ensure sustainability and improve farmer’s li...