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Former scientist Dr. Jolapuram Umamaheswari now earns steady income farming silkworms using precision science. Across India, AI and sensors are transforming ancient silk farming into a modern, profitable industry.
After decades protecting kids as a prosecutor, Deirdre Garton is now feeding them through urban farms. Her work with Rooted brings fresh food and farming education to thousands in Madison.
Uttar Pradesh is transforming agriculture for thousands of farmers by introducing cow-based natural farming across seven drought-prone districts. The initiative promises lower costs, healthier soil, and better incomes without chemical fertilizers.
India's 2026 budget introduces Bharat Vistar, an AI platform delivering personalized farming advice to millions of farmers in their own languages. The tool aims to close the gap between agricultural research and field-level action.
India is expanding its successful agricultural partnership with Israel, bringing cutting-edge farming technology directly to villages across the country. The new initiative aims to boost income and productivity for hundreds of thousands of farmers.
Urban farms in South and West Dallas are turning vacant lots into thriving food hubs, thanks to years-long partnerships between researchers and local growers. A new study shows how these collaborations are tackling food deserts while creating jobs in underserved communities.
A startup in Kerala is putting weather stations and soil sensors directly in farmers' hands, turning ancient agricultural wisdom into AI-powered decisions. The tech has already helped more than 1,000 farms across India manage crops smarter in an era of unpredictable weather.
Krishnakumar S has transformed barren city plots into 40 thriving urban forests across India, planting 65,000 native trees that cool neighborhoods and bring wildlife back. His forests grow in just 2-3 years using a special Japanese method that works 10 times faster than traditional planting.
A Wyoming urban farm that started on donated land is expanding to feed more families in need. Volunteers planted 500 onions in a single day while working toward an even bigger 2026 harvest.
Punjab Agricultural University is teaming up with South Korean tech experts to bring robotics, AI, and drones to India's fields. The partnership aims to solve labor shortages and help farmers adapt to climate change through cutting-edge automation.
A small town in northern India has become a manufacturing hub for essential farming tools, supporting 35 workers directly while strengthening the country's agricultural backbone. The Jain family's factory shows how focused government support can transform local industry.
Small farmers in Punjab, India are getting a lifeline through new tech partnerships with South Korea. The collaboration brings vertical farming, automation, and advanced machinery to help make small-scale farming profitable again.
A 33-year-old man and his mother turned a hobby into a thriving mushroom business that harvests 100 kg daily. Their 5,000-square-foot farm now earns up to Rs 40,000 ($470) per day and helps train new farmers.
In a small Uttar Pradesh village, daughters of farmers are learning to grow purple cabbage and broccoli while mastering computers and modern agriculture. What started under a tree with 6 girls has blossomed into a movement proving rural girls can lead India's farming future.
Small farmers in Punjab, India are getting a technological lifeline through a new partnership with South Korea. The collaboration will bring advanced farming tools and vertical farming expertise to help make agriculture profitable again.
India's Rajasthan state is bringing together global leaders to revolutionize farming through technology and innovation. The upcoming Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet 2026 aims to strengthen agriculture through collaboration and entrepreneurship.
Indian farmers are getting new support to boost profits through value-added exports. A groundbreaking partnership aims to connect growers directly with global markets while cutting production costs.
A Mumbai startup is using AI and WhatsApp to match farm laborers with grape growers in Maharashtra, helping workers earn consistent wages 300 days a year. The platform has already achieved an 86% retention rate among farmers desperate for reliable help.
IIT Madras brought together global researchers and policymakers to tackle urban climate challenges with a groundbreaking report showing how Indian cities can thrive. With India's urban population set to nearly double by 2050, the conference mapped real solutions for sustainable growth.
A Bengaluru orchard is growing 25,000 mango trees using AI drones and precision farming, producing seven times more fruit than traditional methods. The farm uses technology borrowed from European vineyards to transform how India grows its most beloved fruit.
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