Crop Rejuvenation and Biological Threats

Problem Statement

Ageing perennial crops (e.g., coconut, pepper, cashew) require systematic rejuvenation. Farmers also struggle with managing newly emerging biological threats and climate-change-induced pests.

Innovation Opportunities

• Geo-tagged Asset Inventory and Rejuvenation Planning: Satellite-based tools to map crop age and health, automatically recommending rejuvenation schedules and replanting with certified saplings.
• Biosecurity Alert and Response Systems: Rapid diagnostic and communication platforms for newly detected pathogens or pests, linking farmers to immediate control measures.