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Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System: Ensuring Accurate Crop Data Collection

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has introduced the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System to collect real-time crop-sown details directly from the field via a mobile interface. This system enhances accuracy in crop area estimation, contributing to precise agricultural production forecasting.

Key Highlights

Features of Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System

  • Real-time Data Collection: Captures crop details from fields through a mobile interface.
  • Enhanced Accuracy: Ensures precise and up-to-date information for agricultural analysis.
  • Integration with Agri Stack: Developed in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and other IT regulations in India.

Data Privacy & Security

  • Farmers’ data is collected only with their consent.
  • Data sharing is restricted to authorized entities for specific purposes.
  • A federal structure ensures state control over datasets.
  • Encryption and secure APIs ensure safe data transmission.
  • Regular security audits and risk assessments are conducted.

Cybersecurity Measures

  • Adheres to guidelines from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and CERT-In.
  • Implements robust cybersecurity frameworks.

Digital Inclusion for Farmers

  • Support through Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Krishi Sakhis, and Common Service Centres (CSCs).
  • State-led camps ensure farmers without mobile access are included.

State Farmer Registry

  • Covers all landholders, including women farmers.
  • States can include tenant and lessee farmers based on their policies.
  • Ensures inclusivity within the agricultural ecosystem.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System: Ensuring Accurate Crop Data Collection`
Objective Accurate real-time crop data collection
Technology Mobile interface, Agri Stack integration`
Data Security Encryption, secure APIs, regular security audits
Privacy Compliance Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
State Control States manage datasets under a federal structure
Cybersecurity Adheres to MeitY and CERT-In guidelines
Farmer Inclusion FPOs, CSCs, Krishi Sakhis, state-led camps
Inclusivity Covers landholders, women farmers, tenant & lessee farmers
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