Act (Smart Farming in Practice)
After sensing the farm conditions and analyzing the data into insights, the next step is to take action. This step translates recommendations into real-world farm operations.
🔹 What it Involves
Irrigation Management
Automatically turn on drip or sprinkler irrigation when soil moisture falls below the threshold. Smart irrigation saves water and avoids crop stress.
Fertilizer & Nutrient Application
Use fertigation systems or drones to apply the right amount of fertilizer at the right time. Prevents over-fertilization and reduces costs.
Pest & Disease Control
Drones or robots spray pesticides only where needed, based on analyzed crop health data. Reduces chemical usage and environmental impact.
Farm Machinery Automation
Tractors, seeders, and harvesters can be GPS-guided and AI-driven for precision operations.
Decision Execution via Mobile Apps
Farmers receive real-time alerts and recommendations like:
– “Irrigate Zone A today”
– “Harvest Field B in 2 days”
– “Spray organic pesticide on Crop C”
Market & Supply Chain Actions
Predictions about yield and harvest time help in better pricing, storage, and transport planning.
🔹 Benefits of Action
- Ensures timely and precise intervention in farming operations.
- Reduces resource waste (water, fertilizer, energy).
- Improves yield quality and quantity.
- Minimizes labor costs through automation.
- Promotes sustainable farming practices by reducing overuse of chemicals.