Date: May 11-13, 2023
Venue: Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Chandigarh
Overview:
ICA23, organized by iHub – AWaDH at IIT Ropar, brought together experts in agriculture and computation for a three-day conference. Keynote speeches, paper presentations, and discussions highlighted the role of technology in advancing agriculture .The conference aimed to explore the transformative potential of computational technologies in addressing challenges and driving sustainable growth in the agricultural sector.
Keynote Speakers:
- Prof. Abdulmotaleb El Saddik (University of Ottawa, Canada)
- Dr. Amy Reibman (Purdue University)
- Dr. Athula Ginige (Western Sydney University)
- Dr. Amit Arora (IIT Bombay)
Topics Covered:
- Precision agriculture
- Machine learning in agriculture
- Data analytics for agricultural insights
- Metaverse technology applications in farming
Highlights:
- Keynote speeches emphasized the vital role of computation in agricultural advancements.
- Sessions and presentations showcased cutting-edge research and practical applications.
- Project demonstrations, poster presentations, and panel discussions enriched the conference experience.
- ICA23 was announced as an annual event, with ICA-24 scheduled to be hosted in IIT Delhi next year.
ICA23 facilitated knowledge exchange and collaboration among experts, paving the
- way for innovatives solutions in agriculture and computation.