The Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers
Not a member yet
1831 research outputs found
Sort by
मानव एवं पशु पोषण के लिए ब्रियुअर्स स्पेंट ग्रेन (बीएसजी) की उपयोगिता
No full textमानव एवं पशु पोषण के लिए ब्रियुअर्स स्पेंट ग्रेन (बीएसजी) की उपयोगित
जैव-कोयले के तिहरे लाभः जल सुरक्षा , उपज तथा कार्बन संचयन
No full textजैव-कोयले के तिहरे लाभः जल सुरक्षा , उपज तथा कार्बन संचय
Reservoir Sedimentation Assessment using Geospatial Technique: A Case Study of Saleran Reservoir, Northwest India
No full textDams and small reservoirs are important water infrastructures to conserve water, and protecting downstream areas from adverse impacts of floods and droughts. However, reservoir sedimentation has become an important issue all over the world as it reduces storage capacity and shortens the useful life. The present study was carried out on Saleran reservoir situated in Shivalik foot-hills of northwest India using 18 multi-spectral multi-date satellite imageries of Landsat 8 OLI (Operational Land Imager) sensor and geographic information system. Reservoir water surface areas and storage capacity at different water elevations were estimated for the year 2016-2020. The results of the study indicated that Saleran reservoir is losing its storage capacity at a rate of 0.72%, annually due to siltation at the rate of 23.39 Mg ha-1 y-1. The reservoir lost 35.81 ha m (17.9%) of live storage capacity over a period of 25 years (1995-2020) due to sedimentation. The elevation-area-capacity curves have been updated for future use in estimating correct volume of water available in the reservoir at different elevations. The results obtained using geospatial technique showed an agreement with those of bathymetric survey. The study indicated an urgent need to plan and execute suitable conservation measures in the catchment to reduce the amount of sediment inflow to the Saleran reservoir for having long trouble-free service life. The findings of the study would help the planners and managers involved in planning, design, and operation of small multi-purpose reservoirs under similar climatic and topographic conditions all over the world
Redefining Agricultural Mechanization
No full textThis roadmap outlines a strategic plan to significantly expand the adoption of mechanization and automation in Indian agriculture by 2047. It envisions a long-term, structured transformation of farming practices— making them more efficient, climateresilient, and less labor-intensive— through widespread use of modern machines, smart tools, and automated technologies
Transforming Indian Agriculture Through Strategic Automation
No full textIndia’s vision to become a developed nation by 2047 places the agricultural sector at a critical juncture, with the aim to be the Food Basket of the world, to have more than 10% share in global Agri & allied exports and to make Indian agriculture sector globally competitive, diversified and sustainable. With India’s population projected to reach 1.61 billion by 2047, boosting farm mechanization to 75-80% requires a technological revolution and a comprehensive transformation of the agricultural ecosystem, including governance
AI in Agriculture: Time to Move from Demos to Decisions
No full textThere has been a growing hype in the Agri-Tech sector that: “AI will transform Agriculture”. From advisories like NPSS (National Pest Surveillance System) to intelligent governance dashboard, AI is perceived as the game-changer from our policymakers to farmers. While this is a compelling vision, it is also dangerously oversimplified. It’s time we ask ourselves the tougher question – are we building for impact or are we doing it for the optics
Drone Technology and Its Application in Agriculture
No full textwith nearly 65% of the population depending on farming and allied activities for their livelihood. For the Indian farmer, maximizing yield while managing costs and labour is a constant challenge. Traditional practices like manual crop spraying are not only labour-intensive and time-consuming but can also lead to inconsistent application of agrochemicals, resulting in lower yields, environmental contamination and health risks for farm workers. Agricultural drones are emerging as a powerful solution to these challenges. By providing a means for precise, efficient and scalable farm management, drones offer a direct path to more profitable and sustainable agriculture. They enable targeted actionfrom spraying in affected areas to identifying nutrient deficiencies before they become critical, which translates into significant savings on inputs like fertilizers and pesticides. Ultimately, by reducing drudgery, improving operational efficiency and supporting data-driven decisions, drone technology represents a major way forward in building a more resilient and profitable future for farmers
Regenerative Agriculture: Building Resilience and Sustaining our Future
No full textToday, agriculture is confronted with serious challenges due to multiple factors, including ever-increasing population pressure on limited natural resources. From depletion of soil health to water scarcity to the increasing impact of climate change, the current farming systems are under pressure to meet the future food demands without compromising soil and environmental health. Nonscientific farming and livestock rearing practices, intensive imbalanced use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and soil degradation are all contributing to greenhouse gas emissions (TAAS, 2021). Hence, the need for a transformative approach to food production is more urgent now than ever. Regenerative agriculture (RA) offers a solution—one that works with nature, restores ecosystems, and helps combat climate change by rebuilding our soil health (Khangura et al., 2023; Choudhari et al., 2024). Unlike conventional practices that drain the land, regenerative farming is based on the principle that agriculture practices should serve as tools for healing and restoring the ecosystems, rather than exploiting our natural resources. This holistic approach to agriculture aims not only to restore soil health but also to boost biodiversity, improve water retention capacity, and mitigate the impacts of climate change. In this article, an attempt has been made to examine the real-world applications and benefits of regenerative agriculture, the challenges involved in transitioning towards regenerative methods, and discuss the potential of regenerative agriculture to create a more sustainable, resilient, and productive food system
Solar-Powered Agriculture: Transforming Indian Farms, Empowering Farmers
No full textIndia’s agriculture — the backbone of livelihood for nearly half its population — is witnessing a powerful shift. Instead of only relying on grid electricity or diesel for irrigation and farm operations, farmers are increasingly turning to the sun. Solarbased agriculture solutions under the PM-KUSUM scheme are helping make this shift a reality, enabling higher incomes, better productivity and greater resilience. A New Daw n in Indian Farming The government’s PM-KUSUM scheme (launched 2019) is aimed at enabling farmers to harness solar energy for irrigation and power generation on their farms. It has three main components: • Component A: Decentralized grid-connected solar or other renewable plants. • Component B: Installation of standalone off-grid solar agriculture water pumps. • Component C: Solarization of existing grid-connected agricultural pumps, including feeder-level solarization. • The targets are ambitious: 10,000 MW under Component A; 14 lakh standalone pumps under B; 35 lakh existing pumps solarized under C
सौर ऊर्जा आधारित कृषिः भारतीय खेतों में बदलाव, किसानों को सशक्त बनाना
No full textसौर ऊर्जा आधारित कृषिः भारतीय खेतों में बदलाव, किसानों को सशक्त बनान