The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has launched the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System to collect real-time crop-sown data directly from the field through a mobile interface. This system is designed to provide accurate, up-to-date information for crop production estimation and enhance agricultural planning.

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• The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System launched to gather real-time crop data.
• Data will be collected via a mobile interface, ensuring accuracy for every agricultural plot.
• Agri Stack developed under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, for farmers’ data security.
• Farmers’ data is collected only with their consent, ensuring full control over how it is shared.
• The system allows states to maintain control over data, following guidelines from MeitY and CERT-In.
• Agri Stack uses encryption, secure APIs, and token-based authentication for data privacy.
• Regular security audits and risk assessments will be conducted for data safety.
• Support provided to farmers without mobile phones through FPOs, Krishi Sakhis, and CSCs.
• States are organizing camps to ensure digital inclusion and reach all farmers.
• The State Farmer Registry includes all landholders, including women, and supports tenant farmers.