India Precision Agriculture Market to Reach ~USD 3.4 Billion by 2033, Driven by Drones, IoT Sensors, and Farm-as-a-Service Models

Phoenix Research says India’s Precision Agriculture Market will grow at a 15.2 % CAGR, with North India leading and South India the fastest‑growing region, rising from about USD 102 million in 2024 to roughly USD 145 million by 2030.

— December 6, 2025 — New Delhi, India
Phoenix Research today released its latest industry assessment titled “India Precision Agriculture Market Size & Share Analysis Press Release 2025–2033.” The report estimates the India Precision Agriculture Market at USD 1.1 billion in 2025, projected to grow to ~USD 3.4 billion by 2033, achieving a CAGR of ~15.2%.

“Farmers and agri-service providers are moving rapidly from pilot programs to commercial precision deployments. Drones, soil & moisture sensors, VRA-enabled machinery, and AI-driven farm management platforms are helping Indian farmers increase yields, reduce input costs, and build climate resilience,” said Rachna Patni, Principal Analyst at Phoenix Research.

India Precision Agriculture Market Highlights

• Precision & Input Efficiency: VRA and targeted spraying optimize fertilizer and pesticide use, improving ROI per hectare.

• Labour Shortages & Mechanization: Automation, robotics, and guidance systems address seasonal labour gaps.

• Government Support & Digital Initiatives: Subsidies, drone regulations, and FPO-led programs accelerate adoption.

• Farm-as-a-Service (FaaS): Rental and subscription models enable smallholders to access advanced tools affordably.

• Climate Risk & Water Scarcity: Smart irrigation and soil sensors drive water-efficient farming.

• Rising Input Costs: Farmers adopt tech to maintain profitability amid fertilizer, pesticide, and labour cost pressures.

Competitive Landscape of India’s Precision Agriculture Market

Key players in India’s Precision Agriculture Market include:
John Deere, CNH / Case IH / New Holland, Mahindra & Mahindra, Trimble, Bosch, DJI, AgroStar / DeHaat, CropIn / Stellapps / AgroWave, TAFE / CLAAS / Kubota, Sentera, Planet Labs, EOS.

Mahindra & Mahindra is among the most influential players, combining digital platforms with hardware and service networks.

Regional Dynamics

• North India — Largest Market: Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh; high mechanization and cereal acreage drive adoption.

• South India — Fastest-Growing: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana; horticulture, plantation crops, and protected cultivation accelerate precision uptake.

• West India: Maharashtra, Gujarat; irrigation modernization and cash crops sustain steady demand.

• East & Northeast: West Bengal, Odisha, Assam; emerging pilots and government programs for rice intensification.

• Central India: Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh; opportunity via aggregator models and FMS adoption.

• Food Security: Increases yield per hectare while reducing waste.

• Resource Efficiency: Conserves water, fertilizer, and energy.

• Farmer Profitability: Higher incomes from cost reductions and quality improvements.

• Climate Resilience: Supports adaptive responses to pests, drought, and weather variability.

Final Takeaway of the India’s Precision Agriculture Market

India’s Precision Agriculture Market is transitioning from niche pilots to widespread commercial adoption. Growth will be driven by FaaS models, affordable IoT sensors, integrated farm-management platforms, and supportive government initiatives. Winners will combine robust hardware, strong local support, interoperable software, and innovative financing that allows smallholders to leverage precision agriculture without heavy upfront costs. Strategic partnerships among OEMs, startups, FPOs, and financial institutions will accelerate scale, delivering higher productivity, sustainability, and profitability across Indian farms.

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India’s Precision Agriculture Market size and share Analysis 2025-2033