Dakshina Kannada MP Chowta meets Israeli ambassador to India

Chowta proposed to integrate Israeli tech expertise into Dakshina Kannada’s vibrant ecosystem ranging from agriculture to startups with the aim of strengthening the farming community and youth.

Mangaluru: Member of Parliament from Dakshina Kannada Captain Brijesh Chowta met Reuven Azar, Ambassador of Israel to India, and discussed deepening technological cooperation in sectors like agriculture, aquaculture, education and water management practices.

During the meeting, Capt Chowta highlighted Dakshina Kannada district’s strengths in export-oriented crops like arecanut, cashew, coconut, and rubber, supported by a vibrant network of cooperative agricultural societies. He proposed to integrate Israeli tech expertise into Dakshina Kannada’s vibrant ecosystem ranging from agriculture to startups with the aim of strengthening the farming community and youth with cutting edge innovative technologies to foster sustainable economic growth.

He also called for facilitating visits by Israeli agri-tech companies to the district for on-ground engagement with farmers, introducing advanced technologies such as robotics, drones, and AI-based farm management systems, and adopting Israel’s globally acclaimed water management strategies to enhance irrigation and conservation practices. He also proposed exploring technology cooperation in coffee cultivation as a new, export-oriented cash crop suited to the region’s climate and topography.

Ambassador Azar welcomed the proposal and expressed interest in exploring areas of cooperation that align with Israel’s commitment to supporting sustainable and tech-driven agriculture in India.