This Indian state is overhauling its agriculture strategy — and innovation is at the forefront

Sep 1, 2022

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Madhya Pradesh is overhauling its agriculture ecosystem, prioritising technological innovation while centring farmers and their needs. Image: REUTERS/Danish Siddiqui/File Photo

Ajit Kesari

Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh

Jaskiran Warrik

Project Lead, Food Innovation Hub, World Economic Forum, C4IR India

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Agriculture makes up a greater share of GDP in Madhya Pradesh than any other Indian state. Image: OECD

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Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of sanctioned infrastructure projects of any Indian state. Image: Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Government of Madhya Pradesh

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