Author name: garima

Farmer’s Profile   Maharashtra   8.046 acres   Banana Challenges faced Soil fertility and degradation issues Imbalanced Soil Nutrient Management Protecting crops from pests and diseases Climate Change and Weather Extremes Digital solution Implementation Satellite-based Crop Monitoring Weather-integrated planning Soil Composition analysis Precision agriculture recommendations Crop Health Assessment 94% of the field showing good crop health 00.6% of the field requires crop health attention 00.6% of the filed requires irrigation attention 04.8% of the field showing critical crop health Irrigation Management Customized irrigation schedule with specific timing Water quantity recommendations ranging from 10-25 mm based on: Daily evapotranspiration rates Rainfall predictions Soil moisture conditions Expected Yield 22000 kg/acre Harvest Period January 2025 Expected Economic Benefits Target Yield: 177012.0 kg Resource Optimization: Assists in efficient use of water, fertilizers, and pesticides, reducing waste costs and Predicting Climate change Prevention of Crop Loss: Early detection of diseases, pests, and water stress prevents significant crop loss, safeguarding potential revenue Jagdeesh’s banana farming experienced a significant transformation with the support of Farmonaut’s Jeevn AI. By leveraging real-time satellite data to monitor crop health, the system provided accurate irrigation schedules synchronized with weather patterns and tailored fertilizer recommendations based on soil composition. This cutting-edge approach not only improved his yields but also minimized resource wastage and encouraged sustainable agricultural practices. Advanced pest and disease alerts enabled him to act swiftly, protecting his crops and enhancing their quality. Through the seamless integration of traditional farming expertise and modern technology, Jagdeesh’s story highlights a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable future for banana farming in India. Pests, Diseases and Weed Management Tailored organic and chemical solutions to address challenges effectively and promote sustainable agriculture. Pest Control Banana weevil: Neem cake Carbofuran Fruit flies: Pheromone traps Malathion Disease Prevention Black Sigatoka: Copper oxychloride Propiconazole Panama disease: Trichoderma Carbendazim Weed Control Cynodon dactylon: Mulching Glyphosate Cyperus rotundus: Solarization Halosulfuron-methyl Fertilizer Management Nitrogen : Urea : 5 kg/acre Phosphorus : Single superphosphate : 2.5 kg/acre Potassium : Potash : 15 kg/acre Sulfur : Gypsum : 2 kg/acre Zinc : Zinc sulfate: 0.5 kg/acre Frequency of application – every 30 days