Bihar Boosts Farming: 50% Subsidy for Drone Spraying to Cut Costs & Boost Efficiency

• Bihar government's Agriculture Department launched the Agricultural Drone Spraying Scheme to modernize farming.
• Farmers receive a 50% subsidy, up to ₹240 per acre (max 10 acres), for drone spraying of pesticides, herbicides, and liquid fertilizers.
• Drones spray 50-60 times faster than manual methods, covering an acre in 15-20 minutes, saving 90% water and 40% pesticides.
• The scheme aims to reduce farming costs, save time, and ensure precise application, improving crop health and soil quality.
• Last year, 27,666 acres were sprayed; the target for this year is 56,050 acres, as stated by Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav.

Why It Matters: Bihar's drone subsidy modernizes farming, cuts costs, and boosts efficiency for farmers.