IIT Madras and Ministry of Agriculture Launch Project VISTAAR for Digitalization of Agricultural Extension
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News | Launch of Project VISTAAR by IIT Madras and the Ministry of Agriculture, focusing on agricultural digitalization. |
| Project Name | VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) |
| Objective | Digitalizing agricultural extension to provide tech-driven solutions, advisory, and government scheme access to farmers. |
| Key Collaboration | IIT Madras and the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| Start-up Database | Over 12,000 agriculture-focused start-ups integrated into the project |
| Focus Areas | Crop advisory, supply chain management, marketing, value addition, and scheme dissemination |
| Technology Partner | IIT Madras' YNOS Venture Engine |
| India's Agriculture Minister | Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan |
| IIT Madras Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |