Kaveri University Launches AgriTech Programs with IBM

Kaveri University, in partnership with IBM, introduced B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture and B.Sc (Hons.) AgriTech programmes for 2026‑27 admissions.
India's agriculture sector contributes 18.2% of GDP, produces 1,248 million tonnes annually, and exports rose to $51.1 bn in 2025.
Government budget for agriculture increased from ₹21,933 cr (2013‑14) to ₹1.3 lakh cr (2026‑27) supporting initiatives like AgriSure Fund ₹750 cr and Digital Agriculture Mission ₹2,817 cr.
The curriculum emphasizes AI, IoT, drones, big data and sustainability, with labs and collaborations with TAFE, Netafim, Coromandel, Kaveri Seeds and ICRISAT.