| |September 20219graduates can play a vital role in the management of an agri-based company, humanities students can channelise their soft skills and understanding of the social nuances to manage their agri business. In addition to their existing skills, they can always upskill themselves as per their interest leveraging the online platforms that offer certified modules on a host of topics. Study agriculture for the competitive edgeIn recent times, with the emergence of novel concepts such as `precision agriculture', `farm to fork' and `farming as a service', technology seems to be playing a decisive role in making the fortunes of agriculture better. As per the data released by TechSci Research, the agriculture market of India was valued at more than $85 million in 2018, and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of more 10 percent. Many of these entrepreneurs have featured in the prestigious lists such as Forbes 30 Under 30. However, studying agriculture or a niche domain within it will help the entrepreneur achieve a competitive edge faster ­ being a part of the agri value chain can bring immense benefit to the farmers, enabling them better access to quality seeds, diverse irrigation systems, fertilisers, farm tools and equipment, to mention a few. The agri market in India already has many players and their numbers are rising ­ a NASSCOM study shows that the country has more than 450 startups in the agriculture sector that, until June 2019, raised nearly $248 million in funds. Therefore, knowing the nitty-gritties of the sector will not only help the entrepreneur design a business model that is both feasible and suits their interest, but will also help them negotiate with fund managers with insights and scientific knowledge, all without relying on anyone else. The agri market in India already has many players and their numbers are rising ­ a NASSCOM study shows that the country has more than 450 startups in the agriculture sector that, until June 2019, raised nearly $248 million in funds
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