
Problem Addressed
The machine is solving for lack of labour availability for turmeric and ginger plantation.
Technology
Usually, it requires 5-6 people for turmeric and ginger plantations. The innovation reduces the labour requirement to just one, the operator. The machine can plough and sow the seeds at the same time. The machine can be used to sow the seeds at different depths as per requirements. It works efficiently on a tractor of 35 or more Horsepower.
Societal Impact
Reduces manual labour and makes the process more efficient and productive.
Current status
More than 25 units have been sold. The machine is priced at Rs. 1,25,000/-