AI and Agri-Fintech Partnership Aims to Modernize Sugarcane Farming in India
New Delhi, July 15, 2026: India's sugar industry is poised for a major technological upgrade as Israeli agri-tech company SeeTree has joined hands with Indian agri-fintech firm Human Ventures Pvt. Ltd. to introduce AI-driven crop intelligence and yield forecasting solutions for the country's sugarcane sector.
The collaboration seeks to improve decision-making for farmers, sugar mills and financial institutions by using artificial intelligence, satellite imagery, drones, weather analytics and field-level observations to generate highly accurate sugarcane yield forecasts throughout the crop season.
AI-Based Yield Forecasting for Better Crop Planning
India is one of the world's largest sugar producers and the biggest consumer of sugar. However, crop planning and financing often rely on limited field visibility and conventional estimation methods.
SeeTree's digital platform addresses this challenge by combining multiple sources of agricultural data to create block-level yield forecasts that are continuously updated every month. The system also provides harvest scheduling recommendations, early warning alerts and supply planning tools that help mills synchronize sugarcane availability with crushing capacity.
According to the companies, the AI platform delivers 95–99% forecasting accuracy at the company level and 85–93% accuracy at the field block level, enabling more precise operational planning.
Improving Sugar Mill Efficiency
Accurate yield intelligence can significantly improve the efficiency of sugar mills by:
- Optimizing harvesting schedules.
- Reducing cut-to-crush delays.
- Improving cane supply management.
- Enhancing mill capacity utilization.
- Supporting better inventory and production planning.
These capabilities can ultimately improve operational efficiency while reducing wastage during the crushing season.
Better Access to Agricultural Finance
One of the key objectives of the partnership is to strengthen agricultural financing for sugarcane growers.
Reliable AI-generated crop data can help banks and financial institutions assess production potential with greater confidence, reducing lending risks and making farm credit more accessible.
Under the collaboration, SeeTree will provide advanced crop analytics, while Human Ventures will connect the technology with sugar mills, farmer groups, rural enterprises and lending institutions across India through its cluster-based financing model.
Industry Leaders Highlight the Benefits
Israel Talpaz, CEO and Co-Founder of SeeTree, said India plays a crucial role in global sugar production, but much of the crop is still managed without field-level intelligence. He noted that providing farmers with accurate pre-harvest yield forecasts will help improve planning, operational decisions and financial inclusion.
Kartik Iyer, Founder and CEO of Human Ventures, emphasized that sugar manufacturers require actionable intelligence rather than conventional dashboards. He stated that accurate yield estimation and harvest planning can significantly improve returns for sugar companies while also creating stronger confidence for agricultural lenders.
Pilot Projects to Begin Soon
The two companies plan to launch pilot projects with leading Indian sugar agribusinesses over the coming months before expanding the solution across the industry.
The partnership was facilitated by the Israel Economic and Trade Mission in India, reflecting the growing collaboration between India and Israel in agricultural innovation and precision farming technologies.
AI Expected to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Sugar Sector
As India's sugar industry continues to embrace digital technologies, AI-powered crop intelligence is expected to play an increasingly important role in improving farm productivity, optimizing sugar mill operations and strengthening sustainable agricultural financing.
If successfully scaled, the partnership could become a significant step toward creating a more data-driven, efficient and resilient sugarcane ecosystem in India.



