MeitY Secretary: AI Can Bridge Agriculture's Information Gap, Boost Farmer Advisory

• MeitY Secretary S Krishnan advocates for AI to close the information gap in agriculture, citing the breakdown of traditional extension networks.
• Krishnan, a registered farmer, highlights that timely and reliable advice is crucial for farmers, a need often unmet by current systems.
• He notes that the focus has shifted to channeling inputs rather than providing essential advisory support to farmers.
• AI can significantly impact by addressing information asymmetry and enhancing the effectiveness of extension services in real-time.
• Krishnan also discusses challenges in agricultural credit access and AI's role in empowering women while ensuring protection against misuse.