International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

Agriculture is increasingly exposed to systemic risks arising from climate variability, resource depletion, and extreme weather events, posing significant challenges to global food security and rural livelihoods. Despite rapid technological advancements associated with the Fourth Agricultural Revolution, agricultural risk governance remains fragmented and largely reactive. This study examines the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), integrated with Remote Sensing (RS) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), as a foundational pillar for proactive agricultural risk management and improved governance. Using a comprehensive review and analytical synthesis of geospatial applications, the paper evaluates the use of GIS in crop health monitoring, yield estimation, disaster risk assessment, water resource management, and policy support. The study further proposes a triadic framework linking governments, financial institutions, and insurers, demonstrating how spatial intelligence enhances credit appraisal, insurance optimization, and targeted policy interventions. The findings highlight that GIS-enabled integration of agriculture, finance, and governance significantly strengthens resilience, improves resource efficiency, and supports evidencebased decision-making. The study underscores the growing importance of geospatial technologies in transitioning from reactive risk response to anticipatory risk governance, thereby contributing to sustainable agricultural development and long-term food security.

Balaji R,"Geographic Information System as a Pillar of Agri-Risk Strategy for an Improved Governance" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(1): Page(607-611) Jan-Feb 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.