Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has signed an MoU with Amazon Kisan to combine strengths and create synergy between the two organisations for guiding the farmers on the scientific cultivation of different crops for optimum yield and income.
ICAR will provide technological backstopping to the farmers through Amazon’s network. It will improve farmers’ livelihood and boost crop yield.
This MoU in farmers’ partnership with the Amazon Kisan program will help ensure access to high-quality fresh produce for consumers across India.
Himanshu Pathak, Secretary DARE & Director General ICAR said “Present scenario of Indian agriculture emphasised upon secondary agriculture for better remuneration for the farmers. The importance and role of critical inputs in agriculture and season-based crop plans. ICAR will collaborate with Amazon for technologies, capacity building and transfer of new knowledge.”
Harsh Goyal, Director and Head- Fresh and Everyday Essentials, Amazon India said, “The company’s commitment for supporting Indian farmers, and said, technology holds immense potential to revolutionise the agricultural sector and uplift the lives of Indian farmers. This partnership will enable an ecosystem for the farming community, strengthening the ‘farm to fork’ supply chain.”
