Smart Agriculture – Precision Farming
Problem
European farms are essential to provide food security in a ever-challenging environment impacted by climate change
Small farms provide the majority of food for local consumption
Improved methods to reduce and optimize water use, control pesticide use and optimize harvesting of food is essential to increase food production while reducing environmental impact
Actions
Bring capability for connectivity and IoT to small farmers with an affordable, effective tool
Utilize existing sensory devices and deployment methods
Solution
IoT sensors allow farmers to collect a vast array of metrics on every facet of the field microclimate and ecosystem: lighting, temperature, soil condition, humidity, CO2 levels, and pest infections
Results
- Data enables farmers to estimate optimal amounts of water, fertilizers, and pesticides that their crops need, reduce expenses, and raise better and healthier crops. Resulting in reduced waste, improve yields, and increase farm sustainability
