Uber for tractors: Government to launch app to aid farmers

Uber for tractors: Government to launch app to aid farmers
Question: Which App has been developed for tractor services for Indian farmers?
(a) Uber for tractors
(b) Ola for tractors
(c) Motor for farmers
(d) Radio for tractors
Answer: (a)
Related facts:
  • The Center and Agriculture Ministry have decided to launch a new revolutionary App which will help the rural farmers to access cutting-edge technology in an affordable price at their doorsteps.
  • With Uber for tractors’ new mobile application, farmers can book and hire all the expensive agricultural equipment which is beyond the reach for any average small farmers
  • The App allows farmers to hire tractors, rotavator and other farm related machinery on rent for with flexible tenures.
  • The App would enable farmers to have affordable access to cutting-edge technology at their doorsteps.
  • The App seeks to efficiently connect farmers with custom hiring centres CHCs, just like Uber connects passengers to cabs.
  • The App also includes a rating system wherein the feedback from both the CHC and the farmers, allowing customers to make informed decisions.
  • The App will also create an invaluable database for policy-makers, who can track the use and cost of equipment.
  • The system would also help to track the usage of new technology that the government wants to promote

Links:

https://www.thehindu.com/business/agri-business/uber-for-tractors-government-to-launch-app-to-aid-farmers/article28985433.ece

https://krishijagran.com/agriculture-world/uber-for-tractors-government-to-launch-new-app-to-help-farmers-rent-costly-equipment/

https://inc42.com/buzz/agriculture-ministrys-uber-for-farm-equipment-coming-soon/