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Abstract
The agricultural sector faces critical challenges, including water scarcity, increased infestations of plant-eating insect worms, and soil pollution from excessive chemical fertilizer use which leads to the decline of beneficial earthworm populations, compromising soil fertility and consequently affecting plant growth. Chemical pesticides, while targeting harmful insects, also harm beneficial ones and pose health risks to users. Consumption of chemically-treated vegetables further endangers human health. To address these issues, A comprehensive technology solution is proposed. This system integrates various functionalists into a single app, providing farmers with crucial information on weather conditions, soil moisture, crop diseases, and solutions. Through this app, water management becomes more efficient, with automated controls directing water to fields lacking moisture, thus optimizing water usage. Soil health is monitored through the app, which analyses nutrient deficiencies and advises farmers on precise fertilizer application. This approach minimizes nutrient deficiencies, promoting better plant growth. Additionally, the app utilizes image processing to detect and diagnose plant diseases, providing farmers with recommended treatments and instructions on their application. To further empower farmers, a 500-liter artificial tank equipped with a microcontroller is introduced. The microcontroller analyzes water capacity, identifies disease-prone areas, and operates solenoid gate valves selectively. This targeted approach ensures that pesticides are applied only where needed, reducing chemical exposure and minimizing allergic reactions. The app acts as a comprehensive guide, recommending both synthetic and natural medicines based on the specific needs of crops. By adopting this technology, it empowers farmers to enhance crop yields while minimizing losses from pests, diseases, and environmental factors.
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Copyright © 2024 R.SATHISHKUMAR. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
