# About AI4 Agriculture Innovation


## Context

Global agriculture is under increasing strain—from climate volatility and natural resource stress to escalating input costs. Responding effectively will require bold innovation and deep collaboration across ecosystems to shape sustainable, resilient food systems for the future.


**600 M** Smallholder farmers worldwide depend on agriculture for their livelihoods—making inclusive innovation essential to global food security.

**70%** Freshwater withdrawals recorded globally by agriculture sector, underscoring the urgent need for resource-efficient practices.

**31%** Agrifood system contribution to global human made greenhouses gas (GHG) emissions, making climate-smart innovation critical for a sustainable future.

Launched in September 2021, the AI for Agriculture (AI4AI) Initiative brings together public and private sector partners to scale impactful agritech solutions and accelerate the transformation of global food systems.


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# The Impact: Results on Ground

The Government of Telangana was the first in India to adopt the AI4AI framework through the Saagu Baagu project in 2021. The state has activated two core pillars—value chain transformation and the launch of the country’s first Agricultural Data Exchange (ADeX).

[Impact Story ](https://www.weforum.org/impact/ai-for-agriculture-in-india/)