MUMBAI, India, March 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641024545 A) filed by Mr. R. K. Harishkumar; Dharshini. P; Jeevadharshini. R; and Lavanya. M, Erode, Tamil Nadu, on March 2, for 'design and fabrication of a low-cost turmeric planting machine for sustainable spice farming.'
Inventor(s) include Mr. R. K. Harishkumar; Dharshini. P; Jeevadharshini. R; and Lavanya. M.
The application for the patent was published on March 13, under issue no. 11/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "Design and fabrication of a low-cost turmeric planting machine for sustainable spice farming is the proposed invention. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is one of the most important spice crops in India, widely cultivated by small and marginal farmers. It plays a crucial role in the agricultural economy and daily life due to its culinary, medicinal and economic value. However, the traditional method of planting turmeric rhizomes is highly labour-intensive and time-consuming. Farmers typically plant the rhizomes manually, which often leads to irregular spacing and inconsistent planting depth. Such irregularities directly affect the growth of the crop, leading to lower yield and inefficient use of land. With increasing labour costs and a significant shortage of farm workers, small farmers face challenges in timely planting, which can further reduce productivity. To address these issues, there is a growing need for low-cost mechanization solutions that are affordable, easy to operate and suitable for small-scale farming. The proposed invention focuses on the design and fabrication of a low-cost turmeric planting machine aimed at improving efficiency and supporting sustainable spice farming practices."
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