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