It is said that necessity is the mother of invention. Nowhere is this more evident than in Indian agriculture. Rising input costs, shrinking profit margins, and climate uncertainties have made agricultural technology not just beneficial, but essential. At Fyllo, we believe that when survival is at stake, agri-tech solutions are no longer a luxury; they are a lifeline.

Why Agri-Tech Matters for India

India’s agriculture supports 58% of our population but contributes only 18% to the GDP. This makes the sector labour-intensive but not income-rich. Outdated practices, high risks, and inefficient supply chains lead to low returns for millions of farmers.

This is where agri-tech in India becomes critical. From increasing farm productivity to making farming more data-driven and sustainable, technology in agriculture can bridge this massive gap.

India ranks 8th in global agricultural exports with a 2.33% share (Press Bureau of India). Yet, according to Ernst & Young, only 1.5% of India’s $24 billion agri-tech market potential is currently tapped. This stark contrast reveals the need to scale agri-tech adoption and transform Indian agriculture.

What is Agri-Tech?

Agri-tech, or agricultural technology, is the application of modern technologies to improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in farming. This includes:

• Precision farming using sensors and IoT devices for data collection
• Smart irrigation systems that reduce water waste
• Drones and satellite imaging for crop monitoring
• Digital platforms for farm management and crop advisory
• Supply chain tech to reduce post-harvest losses
• Market linkage platforms that ensure better income for farmers
• Agri-fintech solutions for credit and insurance

Each of these innovations makes modern farming in India more profitable and resilient.

How Fyllo Is Driving Precision Agriculture

At Fyllo, we work closely with Indian farmers to implement precision agriculture through intelligent agri-tech tools:

• Nero: A soil-embedded IoT sensor that monitors moisture and temperature, helping decide the best time to irrigate.
• Kairo: A microclimate monitoring device that tracks crop conditions and supports climate-smart farming.
• AI-powered Advisory Platform: An integrated app that alerts farmers to stress, pest, or disease threats early — saving time, crops, and costs.

By combining sensor data, weather forecasts, and crop science, Fyllo empowers farmers to make accurate decisions in real time.

Case Study: Spreading Agri-Tech Awareness in Karnataka

In 2024, Fyllo participated in a grassroots agricultural technology exhibition in Karnataka to raise awareness about smart farming tools. Our live demos of Nero, Kairo, and our AI platform engaged over 1,200 farmers.

This wasn’t just a tech showcase — it was a conversation between traditional agriculture and modern innovation. Hundreds of farmers signed up for pilot programs, and Fyllo was honoured with the “Best Innovative Stall” award.

The goal was simple: build trust by showing that technology doesn’t replace the farmer — it empowers them.

The need for digital transformation in agriculture is urgent. With erratic weather, market pressures, and rising costs, agri-tech adoption in India is no longer optional — it’s essential.

At Fyllo, we’re committed to building not just tools, but trust. We’re helping farmers see that technology for agriculture is not a distant dream — it’s a practical reality that can be used today. By combining smart farming technologies with personalized farmer outreach, we’re turning potential into progress.

Because for Indian farming, the future isn’t tomorrow. It’s already here.