SPARC's CEO Imparts Key Insights at #PlanetExplore23: Transforming Paddy Procurement in Odisha

Washington DC: 13th April 2023

In a knowledge-packed session, SPARC's CEO, Subhadarshi Mishra, takes the stage at PlanetExplore23 in Washington DC on 13th April 2023. Sri Mishra shedded light on Odisha Government's game-changing adoption of transparency tech for paddy procurement. His discourse reveals a two-fold triumph – not only did small marginal farmers actively engage in the Govt's procurement system, but the implementation of this approach also resulted in substantial savings to the tune of USD 220 million. 

The transparent administration of paddy procurement using Satellite Remote Sensing GIS received The “Planet Purpose Award” in the “Drive for Results” category and stands as a testimony to SPARC's visionary role in revolutionizing agricultural practices, fortifying its commitment to innovation and socio-economic advancement.