Digital General Crop Estimation Survey

Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DG-CES) is an initiative by the Government aimed at leveraging digital technology to improve the accuracy and efficiency of crop estimation and agricultural data collection.

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Context: The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare has recently launched DGCES to precisely monitor crop yields in the country

Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES)

It is a nationwide initiative aimed at precisely assessing crop yields across a variety of crops.
It will provide plot-level data with geotagged areas of crops and act as a single source of truth.
DGCES has been initiated to calculate yield based on scientifically designed Crop Cutting Experiments for all major crops across the country.
These initiatives are expected to provide near real-time and reliable data directly from the field, which enables more precise estimations of crop production.

Unified Portal for Agricultural Statistics (UPAg)

● It is a digital platform which provides near real-time information on the agriculture sector
● It aims to streamline data management, improve accuracy, and enhance digital data governance in the agriculture sector.
● By providing real-time, reliable, and standardised information, the portal can help farmers, policymakers, researchers, and other stakeholders make informed decisions.

Objective of Survey

The primary goal of DG-CES is to provide reliable, timely, and accurate estimates of crop production across India. This helps in better decision-making related to food security, agricultural policies, and support systems for farmers.

Benefits of DGCES Survey

Improved Accuracy: By reducing the reliance on manual surveys and leveraging technology, DG-CES enhances the accuracy of crop estimates, leading to more informed agricultural policies and interventions.
Timely Availability: The digital approach accelerates the data collection process, ensuring that policymakers have access to up-to-date information when making critical decisions.
Cost-Effectiveness: The integration of digital tools reduces the overall cost of conducting large-scale agricultural surveys by minimizing the need for extensive field staff and reducing data processing time.
Support for Farmers: Accurate crop estimates help in planning procurement, distribution, and storage, which directly benefits farmers through better price realization and timely access to markets.