Using Big Data in Agritech to Improve Sustainability and Reap Higher Yields
New technologies are enabling farmers to make informed, proactive decisions with big data at the crux of agritech innovation. This blog provides an overview of technologies emerging to help growers maximize crop yields through smarter soil management, weather predictions and waste reduction. Read the blog to dive in.
What role does Big Data play in agritech?
Big Data is central to innovation in agritech, enabling farmers to make data-informed decisions. It allows for monitoring and predicting necessary changes in response to environmental factors, ultimately helping to maximize crop yields while minimizing waste.
How can Geographic Information Systems (GIS) benefit farmers?
GIS analyzes soil data using sensors to map fields and assess characteristics like soil type and nutrient availability. This information is crucial for optimizing crop output and can also help estimate crop yields, aiding in better supply and demand management.
What is precision farming and its impact?
Precision farming employs data from sensors and satellite guidance to calibrate the application of fertilizers, water, and pesticides based on local conditions. This approach can increase crop production by 4% while reducing herbicide and pesticide use by 9%, contributing to more sustainable agricultural practices.
Using Big Data in Agritech to Improve Sustainability and Reap Higher Yields
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