LTIMindtree, Farmers Edge to launch innovation lab focused on Indian agriculture

Technology consulting company LTIMindtree and Farmers Edge — a software company focused on digital agriculture — have jointly launched the Farmers Edge Innovation Lab (FEIL) in Mumbai, powered by Fairfax Digital Services. The lab aims to bring a positive change to Indian agriculture by combining advanced agricultural technology (AgTech) with global digital solutions expertise.

Vibhore Arora, CEO of Farmers Edge, stated, "FEIL-Mumbai goes beyond an innovation hub; it supports the agricultural revolution, creating sustainable and efficient solutions for Indian farmers."

Farmers Edge, which offers expertise in remote sensing and agronomic modelling, in partnership with LTIMindtree, will create a ‘nexus of expertise and knowledge exchange’ between North America and India. Towards this partnership, LTIMindtree will be offering its technologies including GenAI, IoT, Automation, and Drones, aiming for higher crop yields at lower costs. In particular, the lab will focus on analysing weather patterns and their impact on crop production; maximising yields while improving soil health; and assisting farmers in optimising field processes to add significant value to the agricultural value chain.

Sanjay Tugnait, President, and CEO of Fairfax Digital Services, said, "“Creative Innovation Lab is a great step forward to bring global technology in India to support sustainable farming practices and enhancing farmers’ yield. Aligned with UN SDG Goal #2, Farmers Edge (a Fairfax Company) and LTIMindtree are poised to uplift the food supply chain, keeping sustainability at heart. As a Co-Chair of G20 Startup 20 Sustainability Task Force, I am very pleased to witness how digital technology is truly creating an impact on the ground, quite literally.”