YES-TECH Manual, WINDS Portal and AIDE Mobile App

22 Jul 2023

Context: 

Recently, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare launched several new technological initiatives under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana to empower farmers and streamlining the operations.

YES-TECH Manual:

  • It is a comprehensive guide developed after extensive testing and piloting in 100 districts of India.
  • It facilitates the implementation of YES-TECH, a technology-driven yield estimation system (YES).
  • The manual offers methodologies, best practices, and integration insights for accurate yield assessments.
  • Significance: It helps in enhancing yield estimation and decision-making processes in the agricultural sector.

WINDS Portal:

  • It is a centralized platform that hosts, manages, and processes hyper-local weather data.
  • It collects data from Automatic Weather Stations and Rain Gauges at Taluk/Block and Gram Panchayat levels.
  • Significance: Enhances risk assessment and decision-making in crop insurance, agriculture advisories, and disaster mitigation.

AIDE Mobile App:

  • The AIDE mobile app aims to revolutionize the enrolment process for crop insurance.
  • It is introduced on the Android platform and brings the enrolment process directly to the doorstep of farmers.
  • Significance: Ensures a seamless and transparent enrolment process, making crop insurance more accessible and convenient for farmers.

News Source: PIB

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UDAAN PRELIMS WALLAH
Comprehensive coverage with a concise format
Integration of PYQ within the booklet
Designed as per recent trends of Prelims questions
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