In a bid to boost agricultural productivity and reduce production costs for farmers, the Maharashtra government is considering the experimental use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the agriculture sector. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced the initiative on Monday (February 3, 2025) during a review meeting with State agriculture officials and stakeholders.
Mr. Pawar directed the State’s agriculture and cooperation departments to assess the technical and financial feasibility of integrating AI into farming practices. The meeting was attended by Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate, Minister of State for Agriculture Ashish Jayswal, Minister of State for Cooperation Pankaj Bhoyar, All India Grape Growers Association President Kailas Patil, and other senior officials.
Highlighting the transformative potential of AI, Mr. Pawar stated, “AI can play a pivotal role in monitoring critical factors such as crop health, soil carbon levels, and soil quality. By deploying it on an experimental basis, we aim to enhance agricultural productivity and reduce costs for farmers.”
