- Grotron utilizes artificial intelligence and internet-connected devices to optimize the delivery of water, nutrients, and maintenance to crops, ensuring that they receive exactly what they need, when they need it
- The Indonesian Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, who attended the launch event on August 15, 2024, praised the system’s potential to enhance crop yields and manage drought conditions effectively
- Precision farming offers a viable solution by maximizing yields with minimal resource usage, ultimately supporting farmers in achieving better outcomes
- This technology has already made significant strides in India, where it has been implemented on over 1,000 farms, covering 10,000 acres, helping farmers boost productivity while reducing costs
NE AGRICULTURE BUREAU
NUSANTARA, INDONESIA, AUGUST 20
A new era in farming technology is unfolding in Indonesia as an Indian startup, Farmagain, collaborates with the Indonesian government to launch Grotron, an advanced precision farming system on Thursday. This partnership aims to revolutionize agricultural practices in the region by addressing critical challenges like water scarcity and crop management through innovative technology.
Grotron utilizes artificial intelligence and internet-connected devices to optimize the delivery of water, nutrients, and maintenance to crops, ensuring that they receive exactly what they need, when they need it. This technology has already made significant strides in India, where it has been implemented on over 1,000 farms, covering 10,000 acres, helping farmers boost productivity while reducing costs.
The Indonesian Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, who attended the launch event on August 15, 2024, praised the system’s potential to enhance crop yields and manage drought conditions effectively. The Minister also introduced a solar-powered pump controller, which aligns with the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to combat drought and support continuous farming through sustainable technology.
Farmagain’s CEO, Adithyan Asokan, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “The adoption of precision farming technologies marks a significant transformation in global agriculture. Grotron’s AI-driven automation is designed to improve farming efficiency and sustainability. Our success in India motivates us to expand globally, and we are proud to see Indonesian farmers benefit from this innovation.”
Co-founder Benjamin Raja emphasized the importance of technology in modern agriculture, particularly in regions where farmers struggle with profitability. He noted that precision farming offers a viable solution by maximizing yields with minimal resource usage, ultimately supporting farmers in achieving better outcomes.
