Online applications are invited for the Call for Sustainable Agri-Tech and Supply Chain Technology 2025. The last date for the application is March 15, 2025.
About Scheme
TDB provides financial assistance to Indian industries and agencies involved in the development and commercialization of indigenous technologies or adapting imported technologies for domestic use. Its goal is to strengthen technology development across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons by supporting innovation and growth. This support aims to close technology gaps, enhance industrial capabilities, and promote the widespread adoption of advanced technologies in India.
In line with national priorities and the urgent need for improvement it is proposed that the TDB issue a ‘Call for Proposal’ inviting applications from Indian companies focused on agriculture products.
Objective
- This initiative aims to strengthen India’s agricultural sector, enhance storage infrastructure, minimize food wastage, improve supply chain efficiency, and promote sustainable practices in line with national objectives. To further these goals, the Technology Development Board (TDB) has issued a ‘Call for Proposals,’ inviting Indian companies with innovative or indigenous technologies that are ready for commercialization in this emerging sector.
- The call seeks proposals from companies focusing on technologies in areas such as:
- Sustainable agricultural practices and production methods
- Innovative post-harvest management and Value Additions
- Advanced supply chain technologies
- Companies meeting the eligibility criteria can receive financial support according to TDB’s guidelines, aiming to drive technological advancements that align with the country’s agricultural priorities.
Proposal
Call for Proposal: In line with national priorities and the urgent need for improvement it is proposed that the TDB issue a ‘Call for Proposal’ inviting applications from Indian companies focused on agriculture products. This initiative will target companies that have indigenous technologies at the commercialization stage, including but not limited to:
- Advanced Crop Production & Technologies: Implementation of high-yield crops and precision farming techniques using specialized equipment for planting, irrigation, and harvesting to reduce labor costs, improve productivity, and lower losses.
- Integrated Pest & Crop Protection: A combination of chemical treatments, biopesticides, plant growth regulators, and eco-friendly methods to manage pests effectively and boost yields.
- Sustainable Fertilization & Waste Utilization: Implementing biofertilizers and composting agricultural waste to improve soil health and minimize environmental impact.
- Cold Storage Innovations: Energy-efficient, IoT-enabled cold storage systems using eco-friendly refrigerants for cost-effective, long-term preservation of agricultural products
- Value Addition through Processing: Converting raw agricultural produce into highvalue products such as animal feed, sweeteners, and specialty chemicals and medicines through processing.
- Efficient Post-Harvest Handling: Advanced technologies to reduce waste and enhance the quality of harvested crops through better storage, packaging, processing, and management.
- Agri-Business & Market Solutions: Technologies for streamlining operations, optimizing transport, and enhancing the marketing of agricultural goods, increase market access to rural farmer.
- Precision Agriculture Tools: Sensor-based technologies to monitor crops, manage pests, and optimize irrigation for better resource efficiency and farm productivity.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956/the Companies Act, 2013.
- Enterprises, with or without any other partners
- Start-up companies
- Please refer to the website for more details: FAQ.
Nature of Support
- Loan @ 5% Simple Annual Interest
- Equity
How to Apply?
The detailed information and the format for submission of the proposal may be downloaded from the official website: LINK
Deadline
The last date for the application is March 15, 2025
Contact
Dr. Rachana Jain
Sr. Project Coordinator
Technology Development Board
Email: rachana.jain[at]tdb[dot]gov[dot]in
