Dear readers of Times of Agriculture magazine, It has always been our priority to bring you articles filled with innovation and novelty in the field of agriculture. Continuing this tradition, in this edition, we have shared some engaging insights on the topic of Agri-Fintech, which will prove highly beneficial for our small-scale farmers.
As you all are aware, farmers often face numerous challenges while applying for loans. These challenges usually involve extensive paperwork and procedural delays, which prevent farmers from accessing credit in a timely manner. However, as modern India emerges as a digital powerhouse, the integration of finance and technology has given rise to systems like Agri-Fintech. These platforms allow farmers to access loans easily through a simple mobile app.
Traditional agriculture has long been plagued by systemic inefficiencies in areas such as loan acquisition, insurance coverage, risk management, and supply chain financing. Small farmers, in particular, struggle to obtain formal credit due to lack of assets, complex paperwork, and the opacity of traditional banking systems. In this context, Agri-Fintech startups are stepping up with innovation, inclusivity, and scalability to address these challenges. These startups are not only transforming the rural landscape but are also elevating agriculture to new heights.
Startups like Samunnati, Jai Kisan, Agrivise, and Whrrl are completely redefining the way rural credit is distributed and utilized. So let us all come together to understand this new system of agriculture—one app, one loan, and one empowered farmer—and share this knowledge with our fellow farmers.
Thank You, Enjoy Reading
Highlights of July 2025 Edition
| S.No. | Title |
| 1. | Agriculture Updates. |
| 2. | Agri Fintech Start Ups. |
| 3. | Global fertilizer supply chains post-pandemic: Challenges and new trade corridors. |
| 4. | Agro-terrorism: A novel bioweapon of the 21st century. |
| 5. | Is it possible to boost agricultural production and sustainability by replacing labour with AI & robotics? |
| 6. | Aligning India’s climate finance taxonomy with agricultural realities: A practitioner’s perspective. |
| 7. | Growing Haryana: The unsung role of horticulture officers in farmers’ success. |
| 8. | Groundwater at risk: Addressing uranium contamination and sustainable remediation strategies. |
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