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Aphids Aphids basically belong to Aphidoidea Family. They are small sap-sucking  insects like greenfly and blackfly.  However, they are not harmful to crops in early stage or in small or moderate numbers. Aphid’s infest severe damage to leaves and shoots and also causes damage to plant growth. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. They bring additional infections as their honeydew secrete and also transmit viruses from one plant to another over a prolonged period. Hosts: Aphids has a vast list of plants which it affects. Few of them are Almond, apple, cabbage, cotton, garlic, grape, lettuce, maize, mango, millet etc. They are very small in size (0.5 mm to 2 mm) and delicate bodied insects with long legs and antennae. They are found in multiple colours like brown, yellow, red or black depending on which species they belong to. They grow underside clusters of young leaves and shoot tips. They suck out fluids from the tissues with the help of their long mouth parts to tender them.  In late spring or early summer, their invasion slows down as their population diminishes naturally due to climate change and increase in natural enemies. Several other species carry plant viruses which can lead to the development of other forms of diseases. Biological remedies Few predators are there which can help in controlling the population of aphids are ladybugs, lacewings, soldier beetles and parasitoid wasps. These natural killers of aphids will take care of the sucking insects in field conditions. You can use soft insecticidal soap solution or solutions depending on plant oils in case of mild infestation. Aphids are very sensitive to fungal diseases when it is humid around them. A simple spray of water can remove them from infected plants.   Chemical methods of control Always try to consider biological treatments if available instead of approaching for chemical solutions straightaway. Stem application with flonicamid and water @ 1:20 ratio at 30, 45, 60 days after sowing (DAS) can be planned.   Fipronil 2ml or thiamethoxam @ 0.2g or flonicamid @ 0.3g or acetamiprid @ 0.2g (per liter of water) can also be used as chemical composition in prevention against aphids. We will keep posting about any such informative information on to our blogs, to help as many people as possible. Farmonaut is built upon a vision to bridge the technological gap between farmers and strives to bring state-of-the-art technologies in the hands of each and every farmer. For any queries/suggestions, please contact us at [email protected]. We have some more interesting articles coming up soon. Stay tuned! Wait!!

Remote Sensing Blogs Normalized Difference Vegetation Index – NDVI It has been quite a long time since scientists and agronomists are using Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) to monitor and examine health of crops. The extent and benefits of NDVI have increased manifold with so many earth mapping satellites being launched every year to monitor earth’s surface in different wavelengths. Applications of Satellite Imagery Bands - Part 1: Coastal Aerosol (B1), Blue (B2), Green (B3), and Red (B4) Since water absorbs and scatters light, oceans and lakes tend to look dark or lack detail on True color satellite images, especially in the murky waters near coastlines. Coastal Aerosol (B1) imagery allows for coastal water and ocean color observation, as it reflects blues and violets, and displays subtle differences in the color of water. Read More… Applications of Satellite Imagery Bands — Part 2: Vegetation Red Edge (B5, B6, B7, B8A) The Red Edge band is located between the Red band (B4) and the NIR band (B8), without overlap. In a typical spectral response of green vegetation, the Red Edge band covers the portion of the spectrum where reflectance drastically increases from the red towards the NIR regions. Read More… Applications of Satellite Imagery Bands — Part 3: Near Infrared (B8), Water Vapor (B9), and Shortwave Infrared (B10, B11, B12) Near Infrared images can help us identify and monitor a plant’s health. At Farmonaut, we have developed our own Crop Health Monitoring system which processes Near Infrared Imagery in combination with several other spectral images to provide a health color-map of an agricultural land. Read More… Impact Analysis of Volcano-Induced-Tsunami in Indonesia Using Farmonaut​ A tsunami swept across Indonesia’s islands of Sumatra and Java the night of December 22, just before 9:30 p.m. local time. There was no notice for the wall of water, which left devastation in its wake. At least 400 are confirmed to be dead and more than 800 are injured. Because of such a large impact of this event, we wanted to analyze the extent of devastation in the coastal region of the affected areas. Read More… Analyzing Water Level of Lakes of Udaipur (India) Using Farmonaut To understand how the condition of lakes change over a course of a year, we shifted our focus to some of the famous lakes in India. Udaipur is known for its beautiful lakes, so we decided to analyze four famous lakes of udaipur, namely: Dudh Talai, Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar and, Fateh Sagar Lake. Read More… Mapping Volcanic Activity Using Farmonaut​ We mapped Mount Veniaminof’s volcanic activity using the short wave infrared satellite imagery accessed through our system. Recently, Mount Veniaminof had been in the news for it’s extreme volcanic activity wherein it ended up spewing ash as high as three miles in the air. The activity was so intense, that the region near it was declared as a no-fly zone. Read More… Time Lapse of Californian Fire The spread and extent of fire in California is massive and devastating. So, we decide to have a look on the imagery of the last month. The spread and extent of fire in California is massive and devastating. So, we decide to have a look on the imagery of the last month over a region in California and have created a Time Lapse of the same. Read More… Satellite Based Crop Health Monitoring Farmonaut provides satellite based crop health monitoring system, through which farmers can select their field and identify the regions of the field at which the crop growth is not normal. Upon identifying that region of their fields, they can simply pay a visit to that part of the field and identify if the problem has already started. If it has not, the farmer can take preventive remedies by applying more fertilizers, plant growth regulators etc. If the problem has already started, they can simply explain their problem to Farmonaut’s crop issue identification system and get real-time govt. approved remedies. Read More…

Farming Blogs

Alternaria Blight The symptoms of Alternaria blight usually occur in summer and are depicted by the presence of angular or circular spots of around 4 to 7 mm in diameter. In some bad cases, the spot become 3 cm in diameter. Black lesions are also present on leaves. Leaves can wither and fall on severe infestation. Minute brown or black spots can appear on immature fruits. The spots are about 3 mm in diameter and are surrounded by a red tint on mature fruits. This infection reduces the quality of the produce.  The symptoms arise are due to a group of three different fungi of alternaria. During favorable conditions, they come out of hibernation from the soil and produce spores that are carried by the rain or wind. Nutrient deficiency, high humidity, high temperatures, dew formation and sunny days are some of the important factors that are responsible for the development of alternaria.  Some of the characteristics of alternaria can be confused with that of Botryosphaeria dothidea. Rub the leaves to tell if the late blight is caused by alternaria alternata or not. Biological Remedies Apply a paste of garlic on the leaves and fruits for biological control . You can also use solutions based on Bacillus subtilis which is found to be lethal to fungus. One should always start treatment against this disease before the fruits get ripened in the early summer.   Chemical Methods of Control Product enriched with entities such as copper, maneb, thiophanate-methyl are found to be effective in curing alternaria. The timing of the application of the treatment, age of the tree, and the quantity of the dose determine the effectiveness of the treatment. To promote aeration of plantation, one must not plant the trees closely. Proper care should be taken to remove weeds from the field. As soon as the first symptoms are visible, one must cut the affected parts and burn them. At the time of infancy, prune the trees to get fully aerated fields.During fruit ripening, one must not irrigate the fields using sprinklers. Once the crop is cut from the field, destroy the remaining harvest by burning it. Above all try not to compost parts of these plants as they may carry over this disease to another season. We will keep posting about any such informative information on to our blogs, to help as many people as possible. Farmonaut is built upon a vision to bridge the technological gap between farmers and strives to bring state-of-the-art technologies in the hands of each and every farmer. For any queries/suggestions, please contact us at [email protected]. We have some more interesting articles coming up soon. Stay tuned! Wait!!

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Friday, 23 Feb 2024 SPREADING  SUCCESS  IN COTTON FIELDS WITH REINHART SINCE 1788 Introduction Farmonaut’s collaboration with Reinhart in cotton fields has brought about a significant transformation in agricultural practices. By leveraging advanced technology and fostering collaboration, we have grown more cotton and do it more efficiently. Reinhart shared positive feedback about teaming up with Farmonaut in the cottonfields. It’s fascinating to hear how this partnership is making farming better. Let’s take a closer look and see how Reinhart’s success story, together with Farmonaut, is changing the cotton industry and positively impacting businesses and farmers’ lives Worked Across 22 District of Telangana We worked across 22 districts of Telangana for Reinhart, a global merchant specializing in cotton and agricultural products with a long history dating back to 1788. Reinhart has been a major player in the global cotton trade for over two hundred years. This partnership represents a significant advancement in improving efficiency and accuracy in both cotton farming and trading. Shared Positive Reviews Accurate Data The accuracy rate exceeds 90% compared to government and other sources. Timely Alerts Timely alert about crop stress and its impact on production. Insightful Comparisons Comparison with the previous year’s data proved helpful. Positive Feedback Overall satisfaction with the provided information. Innovating Cotton Farming with Farmonaut: Farmonaut introduces transformative solutions, empowering cotton industry with actionable insights to navigate obstacles and achieve greater success. Here’s how Farmonaut addresses key challenges in the cotton industry: 1. Understanding Expected Cotton Acreage and yield: Farmonaut utilizes machine learning algorithms for precise prediction of cotton yield and estimation of acreage. It analyzes vast datasets, incorporating historical crop performance and environmental variables. The platform offers accurate insights to optimize cultivation practices for cotton farming. Benefit from improved resource allocation, risk management, and sustainability in crop production. 2. Supply Chain Requirements: Farmonaut analyzes supply chain management issues such as transportation, storage, and distribution of cotton. It forecasts cotton demand accurately to ensure sufficient supply chain readiness. Farmonaut optimizes transportation routes to minimize costs and maximize efficiency. The platform recommends storage solutions tailored to the specific needs of cotton farmers. It streamlines distribution channels, ensuring timely delivery and maximizing market reach. 3. RATES Production Costs: Property taxes contribute to overall production expenses, including land acquisition and maintenance. Government Policies: Changes in property tax regulations necessitate proactive adjustments to business strategies for cotton producers. Conclusion Farmonaut and Reinhart’s partnership has changed the way the cotton industry works. With accurate advice, smart use of data, and a focus on keeping crops healthy, we’re helping farmers grow better cotton and making a real difference in the world of agriculture.

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Plant Issues

Learn effective methods to identify and control Angular Leaf Spot, a common bacterial plant disease affecting crops.