Gangadar’s Story :Transforming Pomegranate Farming Through Digital Agriculture

Itigi

2.539 acres

Pomegranate

Digital solution Implementation

Satellite-based crop monitoring

Weather-integrated planning

Soil Composition analysis

Precision agriculture recommendations

Crop Health Assessment

  • 100% of the field showing critical crop health and irrigation

Irrigation Management

  • Customized irrigation schedule with specific timing
  • Water quantity recommendations ranging from 15-20 mm based on:
    • Daily evapotranspiration rates
    • Rainfall predictions
    • Soil moisture conditions

Expected Yield

6000 kg/acre

Harvest Period

December 2024

Economic Benefits

  • Target Yield: 15234.00 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

Gangadhar’s pomegranate farming was transformed with Farmonaut’s Jeevn AI. By utilizing real-time satellite data to monitor crop health, the system offered precise irrigation schedules tailored to weather conditions and customized fertilizer recommendations based on soil composition. This approach not only increased his yields but also reduced resource wastage and supported sustainable farming practices. Advanced pest and disease alerts enabled Gangadhar to act promptly, protecting his pomegranate crops and enhancing their quality. By seamlessly blending traditional farming wisdom with innovative technology, Gangadhar’s success reflects a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable future for Indian pomegranate farming.

Pests, Diseases and Weed Management

Tailored organic and chemical solutions to address challenges effectively and promote sustainable agriculture.

  • Fruit borer:
    • Neem oil spray
    • Spinosad
  • Aphids:
    • Garlic-chili spray
    • Imidacloprid
  • Bacterial blight:
    • Copper-based fungicide
    • Streptomycin sulfate
  • Anthracnose:
    • Trichoderma viride
    • Carbendazim
  • Parthenium hysterophorus:
    • Mulching
    • Glyphosate
  • Cyperus Rotundus:
    • Manual removal
    • Fluazifop-p-butyl

Fertilizer Management

  • Nitrogen: Urea: 5 kg/acre
  • Phosphorus: DAP: 1.5 kg/acre
  • Potassium: Potash: 5 kg/acre
  • Sulfur: Gypsum: 1 kg/acre
  • Zinc : Sulphate: 0.1 kg/acre

 

Frequency of application – Every 30 days

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