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AEDAA Equipments Story: From Farmers’ Challenges To Solution

AEDAA Equipments' founder, Durgprasad Thota, turned farmer's challenges into business. Durgprasad built AI-based solutions to support farmers. Today, this solution is making farming more sustainable by transforming modernized agriculture practices.

By Saroj Kumawat
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This village man, Durgaprasad Thota, founded AEDAA Equipments. This is an agri-tech business. This story began when Durgaprasad saw family farm challenges. The best part of his story is that instead of ignoring the issue, he decided to find a solution.

The Innovative Mind Behind- AEDAA Equipments

Meet Durga Prasad Thota, the founder and CEO of AEDAA Equipments. He is from Gattu village in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh. He has a background in technology, and he loves using tools like IoT and automation to improve farming. 

Passion To Business

The journey of AEDAA Equipments began from a village, Gattu. This was the time of the pandemic, and Durgaprasad was studying for his GATE exam. He started thinking about how his studies could help in real life and began looking for Practical uses for what he was learning. Consequently, he saw that his family farm faces issues with motor operations.

After realizing the struggles, he decided to develop solutions that would reduce maintenance costs and improve modernized farming practices. This inspiration led to the creation of AEDAA Equipments. 

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What does AEDAA Equipments do?

Headquartered in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, AEDAA Equipments Private Limited was founded by Durgaprasad Thota and Murali Thota in 2022.

This startup helps farmers by making water management easier, automating fertilization, simplifying motor care, predicting pests, and offering helpful advice- all through a smartphone.

The AEDAA Equipments team has an understanding of both agriculture and horticulture, as well as skills in designing, electronics, and making firmware. Each team member contributes significantly to the creation of products, data analysis, marketing, and much more.

AEDAA Equipments Products:

AEDAA Equipments Pvt. Ltd. competes with well-known brands such as Fasal and Cropin; the company distinguishes itself by providing reasonably priced products and a unique all-in-one solution that is designed for Indian farmers.

  • The Farm Assistant Model

It is their core product, allowing farmers to manage their farms remotely through automated watering and pest and disease forecasts.

  • Solar Insect Trap -UV

This innovative approach aims to transform pest control. It powers a UV light that traps insects without the use of dangerous chemicals by using solar energy.

  • Yellow & UV SOLAR Insect Trap

This, powered by solar energy, provides a chemical-free, environmentally beneficial insect management alternative. Additionally, it keeps the space bug-free while promoting sustainability.

  • Solar Insect Trap-Beetle

This attracts and traps pests with UV light, which increases food yield by keeping plants safe from harmful insects. It is powered by solar energy and provides an environmentally friendly and cost-effective pest control solution.

  • Automatic Terrace/Home Gardening

It provides a hassle-free way to grow plants. Automated watering and maintenance systems ensure healthy plants with little effort, making gardening accessible and effective in any location.

  • The PVC Remote Gate Valve

The PVC Remote Gate Valve for irrigation makes it simple to regulate water flow remotely. It is long-lasting, effective, and made to maximize irrigation systems, allowing for accurate water management with little work.

Reaching New Heights:

AEDAA Equipments obtained a grant of Rs.5 lakh through the NIDHI-iTBI Ignition program administered by the Department of Science and Technology. Additionally, the founder also received valuable lessons, mentorship, and support from the Siddaganga Foundation.

The company plans to enhance its capacity to forecast the requirements of farming and to design irrigation systems that are more effective for a variety of crops. It also intends to launch new goods in order to satisfy a more significant number of farming demands.

Founder Inspires Entrepreneurs to Succeed

Durgaprasad Thota inspires entrepreneurs by saying:

  • Focus on developing products that make money.

  • Invest step by step, based on market feedback.

Durgaprasad Thota's journey with AEDAA Equipments serves as an inspiring example of how vision, resilience, and strategic thinking can lead to remarkable success.

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FAQ

What does AEDAA Equipments do?
AEDAA Equipments helps farmers by making water management easier, automating fertilization, simplifying motor care, predicting pests, and offering helpful advice- all through a smartphone.
Who is the founder of AEDAA Equipments?
AEDAA Equipments Private Limited was founded by Durgaprasad Thota and Murali Thota.
Where is the Headquarter of AEDAA Equipments?
Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh is the Headquarter of AEDAA Equipments.
When AEDAA Equipments was founded?
AEDAA Equipments was founded in 2022.

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