Pune: Syngenta unveiled a suite of advanced AI-powered agricultural innovations at its flagship developer conference, Syngenta DevCon 2025, held in Pune and streamed globally.
The event brought together over 200 developers, engineers, and technology leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reshape sustainable farming in India.
At the center of the showcase were Syngenta’s AI-driven advisory platforms, now available in regional Indian languages. These platforms are designed to help smallholder farmers access real-time, localized insights on pest detection, crop health, and climate-smart farming practices.
By delivering personalized recommendations, Syngenta aims to make cutting-edge farming knowledge widely accessible.
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Syngenta DevCon 2025: Precision Agriculture and Sustainable Solutions
The company’s AI initiatives focus on precision agriculture through satellite imagery analysis, predictive modeling for crop diseases, and intelligent irrigation systems that optimize water use.
These solutions are being customized for India’s diverse agricultural landscape, addressing challenges such as pest infestations, unpredictable climate conditions, and resource constraints.
Strengthening Supply Chains and Market Access
Beyond on-field innovations, Syngenta is also deploying AI-enabled supply chain solutions to reduce post-harvest losses and improve farmers’ access to markets. These technologies are expected to play a crucial role in enhancing profitability and sustainability for growers across India.
Feroz Sheikh, Chief Information & Digital Officer at Syngenta, said: “AI is most impactful when it empowers people and serves a higher purpose. At Syngenta, we are adapting global innovations to address the local challenges faced by Indian farmers – from climate resilience to post-harvest losses. Our teams are not just writing code; they are building solutions that help farmers feed the world more sustainably.”
Global Collaboration for Agricultural AI
Syngenta DevCon 2025, the three-day conference, themed “From Algorithm to Impact: When AI Meets Human Purpose,” featured thought leaders including Vikrant Labde (Turinton AI), Michel Pereira (Microsoft), and Bruno Vaughn (AWS). Discussions focused on the responsible adoption of AI and its potential to deliver transformational value in agriculture worldwide.
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AI’s Role in the Future of Farming
According to PwC, AI is expected to contribute $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, while MarketsandMarkets projects a 24.1% CAGR growth in agricultural AI adoption.
Against this backdrop, Syngenta DevCon 2025 reaffirmed the company’s commitment to advancing agricultural technology, bridging global expertise with local insights to support sustainable farming in India.
