ONE WEEK AICTE TRAINING & LEARNING (ATAL) ACADEMY FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (FDP) ON AI-EMBEDDED PRECISION FARMING IN AGRITECH AND DIGITAL FARMING SOLUTIONS

Kongu Arts and Science College (Autonomous) is organizing a one-week Faculty Development Programme (FDP) focused on AI-Embedded Precision Farming in Agritech and Digital Farming Solutions. This program is sponsored by the AICTE – Training & Learning (ATAL) Academy and organized by the Department of Management.

Key Details and Dates:

• FDP Dates: The program will run from August 25, 2025, to August 30, 2025.
• Location: Kongu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Nanjanapuram, Erode, Tamil Nadu – 638107.
• Registration Deadline: The last date for registration is August 11, 2025.
• Intimation to Participants: Participants will be intimated by August 16, 2025.
• Confirmation by Participants: Confirmation from participants is due by August 20, 2025.
• Fees: This ATAL FDP is free of charge, meaning no fee will be collected from any participant.

Programme Focus and Objectives: The FDP aims to explore the transformative role of AI-embedded precision farming in agritech and digital farming solutions. It will delve into several key areas:

• The entrepreneurial ecosystem for agritech innovations.
• Emerging AI technologies and business models in agriculture.
• Global market opportunities to foster innovation, strategic partnerships, and sustainable growth in the agricultural sector.
• Key challenges such as funding, regulatory considerations, and ethical concerns.
• Identification of future trends in AI-driven agritech.

The program intends to bring together experts and stakeholders to drive advancements that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in agriculture through cutting-edge AI applications.

Outcome of the FDP: Upon completion, participants are expected to gain insights that will help to:

• Accelerate agritech startups by fostering AI-driven precision farming.
• Optimize yield prediction and improve resource management.
• Address regulatory challenges and promote ethical AI adoption in agriculture.
• Provide a strategic framework for agritech growth, empowering startups to expand globally and drive the transformation of AI-powered agriculture.

Eligibility and Application Process:

• Who can participate? Faculty members, Ph.D. scholars, and PG students from AICTE-affiliated educational Institutions/Universities are eligible.
• Required Documents: All participants must upload their Identity Card and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their approving authority when registering.
• How to Apply: Registration for the FDP is exclusively through the ATAL registration portal.
  • Registration Link: https://atalacademy.aicte-india.org/signup
  • A user manual for participants is also available for guidance: https://atalacademy.aicte-india.org/assests/data/portalFlowParticipant.pdf.

Certification: A certificate will be issued to all participants who physically attend the program with a minimum of 90% attendance. The certificate will be auto-generated and available for download from the ATAL portal after the FDP’s completion.

Daily Schedule Highlights: The FDP features a comprehensive daily schedule covering various aspects of AI in agriculture:

• Day 1 (Aug 25): Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for AgriTech Innovations (Thiru L. Kolandaivelu) and AI Technologies for Precision Farming and Business Models (Thiru.R.M. Subramanian).
• Day 2 (Aug 26): Entrepreneurship in AgriTech: Launching and Scaling Startups (Thiru.P.K.Deivasigamani) and Digital Farming Solutions and Innovation Opportunities (Mr. P.S.Kannan).
• Day 3 (Aug 27): Collaborative Ecosystem and Partnerships in AgriTech (Dr S. Baskaran) and Funding, Investment, and Financial Models in AgriTech (Dr. S. Balamurugan).
• Day 4 (Aug 28): AI and Sustainability: Creating a Green and Profitable Business (Dr. V. Abirami) and AI in Agricultural Supply Chain and Market Intelligence (Dr. T. Venkatesan).
• Day 5 (Aug 29): Includes an Industrial Visit and a session on Global Market Trends and International Opportunities for AgriTech Startups (Dr.P.Thirumoorthy).
• Day 6 (Aug 30): Covers Future Trends, Challenges, and Innovation in AI-Embedded AgriTech (Dr. Viswanathan), followed by an Article Summary, MCQ & Reflection Journal, and Valedictory session.
• Hands-on training/labs are scheduled daily.

Contact Information for Queries:

• Dr. M. Arul Raja (Technical Support): arulmurthi95@gmail.com, 9659317220
• Dr. R. Vijayapriya (Organizing Chair): viji_rv2001@yahoo.com, 9865644088
• Dr. G. Venugopal (Organizing Co-Chair): profvenu1977@gmail.com, 9942130607