The RKVY RAFTAAR Agribusiness Incubator is an agri-innovation hub and agri-business incubation centre of Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur Chhattisgarh India. Operationalized as a project, it is supported by the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers Welfare (DAC & FW), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India under the revamped scheme Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana – Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied Sector Rejuvenation (RKVY-RAFTAAR).
The project has been launched in 2018-19 and sanctioned to Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur for the year 2018-19 and 2019-20 upto 31st March 2020. The University was sanctioned this project on 7th March 2019. The Project aims at strengthening infrastructure to promote agripreneurship and agribusiness by providing financial support and nurturing the incubation ecosystem by tapping innovations and technologies for venture creation in agriculture and allied activities:
The R-ABI (Raipur- Agriculture Business Incubator) project at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, has a rich history as an initiative fostering agricultural innovation. Established to support agricultural entrepreneurs, it provides a platform for startups to thrive by offering infrastructure, mentorship, and resources. R-ABI focuses on nurturing agribusiness ventures, promoting sustainable practices, and contributing to the agricultural growth of the region. Through collaborations and initiatives, it has played a pivotal role in empowering agricultural startups, enhancing productivity, and fostering economic development in Chhattisgarh.
The R-ABI (Raipur-Agriculture Business Incubator) project at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, aims to foster agricultural innovation and entrepreneurship. The mission is to provide a nurturing ecosystem for agripreneurs, facilitating the development of sustainable and technology-driven agricultural businesses. R-ABI focuses on incubating and accelerating agribusiness startups, promoting research, technology transfer, and market linkages. By fostering innovation in farming practices, agri-processing, and agri-tech, the project endeavors to enhance agricultural productivity, empower rural communities, and contribute to the overall growth of the agricultural sector in Chhattisgarh and beyond.
The vision of the R-ABI (Raipur- Agriculture Business Incubator) project at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, is to catalyze agricultural innovation and entrepreneurship. Through cutting-edge technology, research, and collaboration, the project aims to empower farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, and stakeholders in the agricultural value chain. R-ABI envisions creating a dynamic ecosystem that fosters sustainable agriculture practices, agri-tech solutions, and rural economic development. By providing a platform for startups, knowledge dissemination, and skill enhancement, the project strives to revolutionize agriculture in the region, ensuring food security, increased farmer income, and overall prosperity in Chhattisgarh.
