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Agro-Meteorology Units
Context
The recent decision to revive District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) under the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS) scheme highlights the importance of localized weather advisories for India’s farming community.
What Are Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs)?
- DAMUs were set up in 2018 by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research.
- Their primary goal was to provide localized agricultural advisories using detailed weather data.
- These units were housed within Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) and staffed by experts trained in both meteorology and agriculture.
- Key Functions of DAMUs:
- Weather Data Utilization: DAMUs used weather data, such as rainfall, temperature, and wind speed, to create actionable advisories for farmers.
- Timely Advisories: These advisories, including guidance on sowing, harvesting, irrigation, and pest management, were communicated twice a week in local languages. They were disseminated via text messages, WhatsApp, newspapers, and direct interactions.
- Early Warnings: DAMUs also provided early warnings for extreme weather events like droughts and heavy rainfall, helping farmers to prepare and adapt.
- DAMUs were shut down in March following an order by the IMD, which was influenced by NITI Aayog’s recommendations.
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