- Farmer's Profile
Itigi
2.539 acres
Pomegranate
- Challenges faced
- Soil fertility and nutrient depletion
- Managing fertilizer applications efficiently
- Limited availability of disease-resistant varieties
- Erosion risks in sloped orchards
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.
- Pest Control
- Fruit borer:
- Neem oil spray
- Spinosad
- Aphids:
- Garlic-chili spray
- Imidacloprid
- Disease Prevention
- Bacterial blight:
- Copper-based fungicide
- Streptomycin sulfate
- Anthracnose:
- Trichoderma viride
- Carbendazim
- Weed Control
- 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