CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) Organizes HR Conclave for Agri-Tech Workforce Development
The Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Government of Madhya Pradesh, organized the “HR Conclave for Agri-Tech” on February 11, 2025. This conclave is part of the India AgriTech Advisory Project (IAAP), jointly operated by IFC and IIFM.
The one-day event brought together CEOs of Agri-Tech companies, HR leaders, and industry experts to address the evolving workforce requirements in the agricultural technology sector.
The event was graced by Preeti Maithili Nayak (IAS), Commissioner-cum-Director of Horticulture, Government of Madhya Pradesh, as the chief guest. Other distinguished attendees included:
Rishi Garg (IAS), CEO, Madhya Pradesh State Policy Commission
Vijayshekhar Kalavakonda, Senior Operations Officer, IFC
Delphine Brissonneau, Senior Program Manager, EU Delegation for India & Bhutan
Hemendra Mathur, Senior Advisor, IAAP-IFC
Dr. K. Ravichandran, Director, IIFM
The event was conducted by Professor Parul Rishi.
Key Highlights:
IIFM Director Dr. K. Ravichandran emphasized the institute’s commitment to aligning its curriculum with the dynamic needs of both the industry and society through strategic collaborations with Agri-Tech companies. He highlighted:
✅ Internship Opportunities: Students will gain hands-on experience through summer and winter internships in the industry.
✅ Technology for Farmers: He stressed the importance of technology transfer, accessibility, affordability, and inclusivity in agriculture.
✅ Women’s Participation: Encouraging greater participation of women in the Agri-Tech sector.
✅ Industry Collaboration: IIFM is actively working with Agri-Tech firms and key stakeholders to nurture skilled green professionals for the industry.
Objective of the Conclave:
Identifying key workforce challenges
Exploring innovative solutions
Encouraging collaboration among stakeholders to build a skilled and adaptable workforce for the Agri-Tech sector.
Through panel discussions, experts deliberated on:
📌 The workforce needs and trends in Agri-Tech
📌 Developing new strategies for skill enhancement in agricultural technology
📌 Strengthening the network between HR leaders and stakeholders to foster workforce transformation.
This conclave marks a significant step toward shaping a future-ready Agri-Tech workforce through industry-academia collaboration.
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