Geospatial Innovation · Agriculture

CropGen – AI Based Crop Monitoring & Advisory Platform

AI and satellite-based crop monitoring platform with Sentinel imagery, weather data, and LLM-powered localized agronomic advisory.

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AgricultureWashim, MaharashtraTRL 7

About the Project

Project Overview

CropGen integrates Sentinel imagery, weather data (ERA5 & NASA POWER), SoilGrids, local field data, and AI-driven agronomic models for real-time crop health monitoring, nutrient management, and localized advisories.

Startup
CropGen
Sector
Agriculture
Pilot Districts
Washim, Maharashtra
Current Location
Washim, Maharashtra

Technology Readiness

Basic researchMarket ready
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Technology Readiness Level — TRL 7

Problem Statement

Farmers often lack access to real-time, localized crop monitoring and scientific agronomic advisory, leading to inefficient fertilizer use, poor irrigation planning, lower crop yields, and limited adoption of precision agriculture.

Solution

An AI- and satellite-based Crop Monitoring & Advisory System (AAS) that integrates Sentinel imagery, weather data (ERA5 & NASA POWER), SoilGrids, local field data, and AI-driven agronomic models to provide real-time crop health monitoring, nutrient management, irrigation planning, and localized advisories.

Target Users

  • Farmers
  • Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
  • Agri-tech Companies
  • Government Agriculture Departments
  • Agribusinesses
  • Agricultural Extension Services

Key Features

AI Crop Monitoring

AI-powered crop monitoring using satellite imagery.

Vegetation Health Analysis

Satellite-based vegetation health using NDVI, EVI, NDWI indices.

18+ Crop Parameters

Comprehensive agronomic crop parameter tracking.

LLM Farmer Advisory

Localized AI advisory in Indian languages via LLM.

Irrigation Recommendations

Precision nutrient management and irrigation planning.

Mobile Application

Real-time insights through mobile application.

Value Proposition

Provides real-time AI-driven agronomic recommendations based on satellite and field data, enabling farmers to optimize fertilizer use, improve irrigation efficiency, increase crop yields, and make informed decisions through localized digital advisory services.

Expansion Plan

Initial deployment across 10,000+ acres in Maharashtra with expansion through FPOs, agri-input stakeholders, government platforms, and API integrations.

Environmental Impact

  • 25–30% reduction in fertilizer use
  • Lower nitrate pollution
  • Reduced CO₂ emissions through optimized NPK application
  • Sustainable farming practices

Social Impact

  • 10–15% yield improvement
  • Empowers rural farmers with digital agronomy
  • Enhances precision farming adoption

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption & Production
  • SDG 13: Climate Action

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