IIT Kanpur hosts International Workshop with AARDO on role of nanotechnology in plant growth

The workshop included discussions on smart agriculture practices, sustainable chemistry for crop growth, and the use of drones and agrivoltaic systems in agriculture. The workshop also featured participation of organizations like the Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow, National Sugar Institute, Kanpur, Fragrance & Flavour Development Centre, Kannauj, and others, which were pivotal in integrating various perspectives and enriching the workshop.

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) recently hosted an international training program in association with the African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO) on the role of nanotechnology in plant growth and crop protection for sustainable agriculture. 

The program was held from November 10-19, 2023. It provided a platform for experts from various disciplines to deliberate on solutions to meet the pressing global challenge of ensuring food security and sustainability in agriculture. 

Prof. S Ganesh, Officiating Director, IIT Kanpur, said, "This program is a confluence of ideas and innovations that highlights how nanotechnology can revolutionize sustainable agricultural practices. We are proud to have hosted this international event and are sure that the insights shared here will significantly take us towards a more sustainable and technologically advanced agricultural future."

Prof J. Ramkumar, Department of Mechanical Engineering & Design who is also the Coordinator for ImLab, MedTech Lab & RuTAG IIT Kanpur said, "The collaboration between AARDO and IIT Kanpur will open new avenues for research and development in agriculture. The diverse range of topics covered in this workshop, from microbial products in agriculture to the role of biodegradable carbon-based nanomaterials in crop protection, highlights the huge potential that nanotechnology holds in transforming sustainable practices in agriculture."

IIT Kanpur and AARDO Workshop Details

The training program began with an inaugural session by Prof. S V Shukla, which set the tone for informative sessions and enlightening discussions over the week that followed. Topics covered ranged from the role of nanomaterials in creating a sustainable microclimate for horticulture to the potential applications of nano-biotechnology in plant nutrition. Notable sessions included discussions on smart agriculture practices, sustainable chemistry for crop growth, and the use of drones and agrivoltaic systems in agriculture.

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