Interested in how technology is transforming the agricultural sector? Join us in an insightful conversation between Aman Raj and the AgroNxt team, where we explore the innovations that are empowering farmers with cutting-edge solutions. Discover how AgroNxt is helping farmers improve productivity and sustainability through advanced tools like smart soil testing devices and long-term support systems.
1. Aman: What does AgroNxt actually do?
AgroNxt Team: We work on technologies for farmers and give them innovative products that help increase their productivity and production.
2. Aman: What are these products exactly, and how can you help a particular farmer?
AgroNxt Team: Our first product is a smart soil testing device that provides a soil report in just 90 seconds without the use of chemicals. Based on this report, the device advises which fertilizers should be applied and when. The result comes out as a printed receipt for the farmer, who can then follow the advice to increase crop productivity. All this happens within 90 seconds.
3. Aman: So, exactly how does this product work? Does it operate via mobile?
AgroNxt Team: It’s very easy to use. First, press the power button, pair it with your mobile, and then press the scan button. In just 90 seconds, you’ll have the soil report. The result will appear instantly.
4. Aman: Since you are helping farmers through technology, do you think the farmers in the country are tech-savvy enough to use such devices easily?
AgroNxt Team: The device is designed to be simple enough for farmers to learn in just 15 minutes. It’s like using a thermometer at home. In this era, when everyone is using WhatsApp and mobile phones, farmers will surely be able to use it.
5. Aman: Apart from this, I also see an element of impact in your startup. Since you started, how many farmers have used this product, and what kind of impact have you created?
AgroNxt Team: In the last one and a half years, we’ve expanded to 18 states across India, working in 150 districts. Farmer pioneers come to get their soil tested, and this has created a significant impact.
6. Aman: What is your vision for the next 5 years? Where do you see your company, and how many farmers do you aim to help?
AgroNxt Team: Our vision is to help 18,000 young entrepreneurs through this small kit. These individuals, including women, will be able to open their own soil health centers, providing soil testing services to farmers while earning an income.
7. Aman: If a farmer is watching this video, how can they connect with you? What is the process, and how can they benefit?
AgroNxt Team: We mainly work on a business-to-business model, partnering with organizations that have 500 to 5,000 farmers. This allows us to offer soil testing services in just 90 seconds, helping both organizations and farmers earn money and improve productivity.
8. Aman: When did you start, and where is the company based? In which states are you currently active?
AgroNxt Team: This entire technology has been developed by a team from IIT Kanpur. We are currently pioneers in North and Central India and have made a significant impact in the South as well. We haven’t yet expanded to the North East.
9. Aman: What kind of impact have you been able to create, and how do you see it growing in the future?
AgroNxt Team: Over the past year and a half, we’ve tested more than 2.5 lakh (250,000) soil. We’re also conducting awareness programs, and our vision is to test 50 lakh (5 million) soil by the end of this year.
