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tructure and urban amenities, such projects often
result in the sale of agricultural land for non-
farming purposes.
– This trend, while driven by desires for improved
living standards, can negatively impact soil quality
and contribute to environmental degradation.
– Additionally, farmers not directly affected by road
Fig. 3: Agricultural site visit in 24 Parganas South expansions may still feel compelled to sell their
land due to the adverse effects of nearby develop-
ment projects on their properties.
7. Concerns for the Future:
– The conversion of agricultural land for non-farming
purposes poses long-term risks to food security and
environmental sustainability, potentially exacerbat-
ing future food shortages and environmental crises.
The use of pesticides presents a challenge, as many farmers
lack the technical know-how and are apprehensive about
using them. However, younger generations are more fa-
miliar with these techniques. To address this, we could
Fig. 4: Agricultural site visit in 24 Parganas South (A
develop a system where the tech-savvy younger generation
Picture of a Paddy Transplantation )
can assist with farming, marketing, and grain knowledge,
while also promoting eco-friendly practices in harvesting
and preservation.
Awareness seminars in villages and periodic training are
essential to engage farmers and their families. Additionally,
creating employment opportunities within the sector could
attract people from non-farming backgrounds, increasing
overall interest and involvement in agriculture. By incor-
porating urban facilities in an eco-friendly manner, we can
help maintain interest in farming and ensure its future
sustainability.
3.5 Our Proposed Model
Fig. 5: Farming is not feasible due to rainfall causing water
To ensure widespread adoption of technology in farming,
accumulation in the fields
we’re implementing a dual approach: a transformative strat-
egy to modernize outdated practices and an AI-based mo-
bile app designed to assist farmers. Through conversations,
we discovered that while some farmers still use harmful,
outdated pesticide methods and are reluctant to use mobile
apps, they trust that younger, tech-savvy individuals can
navigate the app effectively. This solution aims to address
health and environmental risks, support fair pricing, and
facilitate direct consumer transactions, meeting the strong
desire among farmers for improved and more equitable
practices.
1) Transformative System Approach
This highlights the potential of integrating tech-savvy
Fig. 6: Gathering data on various farming challenges youth into farming practices. They could assist with farm-
ing, marketing, and dealing while adopting eco-friendly
harvesting methods and crop preservation methods.
Regular awareness seminars and training sessions in vil-
prospects and the perceived challenges associated
lages are essential to support this integration. These initia-
with farming, resulting in a diminishing agricultural
tives should educate current farmers and attract individuals
workforce.
from non-farming backgrounds to engage in agriculture.
6. Impact of Development on Land Sales: Enhancing farming’s appeal through better employment
– While some farmers support development initia- opportunities and eco-friendly urban amenities can help
tives, such as road expansions, to enhance infras- sustain interest and ensure long-term viability.

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