IN-SPACe Launches Course on Space Technology for Agriculture

On July 27, 2025, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) launched a short-term course titled “Essentials of Space Technology in Agriculture Sector” in collaboration with ISRO, NCVET, and Amity University, Noida.

Course Overview

• It is designed to introduce non-governmental stakeholders, academia, and young professionals to space-based applications in agriculture.
• Focus areas include:
  • Remote sensing
  • Satellite data interpretation
  • Crop health monitoring
  • Precision farming using GPS
  • Disaster response and resource optimization

Strategic Purpose

• Part of IN-SPACe’s capacity-building mission under India’s space sector reforms.
• Aims to bridge knowledge gaps and mainstream space technology into core economic sectors, especially agriculture.
• Encourages multi-sectoral engagement, particularly among students, universities, and private organizations.

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