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We are happy to partner with Farm Sathi in the Robo Yatra initiative. This would not have been possible without support of Professional Assistance For Development Action (PRADAN) and SHRISTI. We believe that product development should never be done in isolation. From the 3rd week of August to the 1st week of September, we conducted trials and demonstrations of We Bot 6.0 across high-value horticulture fields and orchards in Keonjhar district and Ekamra Kanan, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The primary goal was to gather first-hand feedback from over 300 farmers and Technical experts to better understand their unique needs and refine the product for real-world use. By engaging local farmers and collaborating with key stakeholders like the Department of Horticulture, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), District Mineral Foundation (DMF), Odisha Agro Industries Corporation (OAIC), and the State Level Farm Machinery Training and Testing Center (SLFMTTC), we’re ensuring that We Bot 6.0 is tailored to the specific challenges faced by farmers in Odisha. The trial not only allowed farmers to experience the capabilities of We Bot 6.0 firsthand but also enabled experts to provide valuable feedback on its technical aspects and applicability. This input will drive further iterations, helping to ensure that the product meet expectation of farmers . This demonstration reinforces our belief that contextualising innovation is crucial for the success of any startup. By working directly with the community and respecting their feedback, we are building technology that meets the specific agro-climatic and infrastructural challenges of Odisha. Onkar Pandey Rahul Tiwari Rubby Pratap Singh Ratish Charan Kushagra Jain Suraj Kaushal Sravya Kolanupaka #AgriTech #WeBot6 #Odisha #FarmerFeedback #Horticulture #ContextualInnovation