Kishan’s Story : Transforming Banana Farming Through Digital Agriculture

Shene, Maharashtra

4,257 acres

Banana

Digital solution Implementation

Satellite-based Crop Monitoring

Weather-integrated planning

Soil Composition analysis

Precision agriculture recommendations

Crop Health Assessment

  • 11.6% of the field showing good crop health
  • 00.6% of the field requires crop health attention
  • 13.5% of the filed requires irrigation attention
  • 74.3% 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

18000 kg/acre

Harvest Period

January 2025

Economic Benefits

  • Target Yield: 76626.0 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

Kishan’s banana farming underwent a remarkable transformation with the help of Farmonaut’s Jeevn AI. Utilizing real-time satellite data to monitor crop health, the system offered precise irrigation schedules tailored to weather conditions and personalized fertilizer recommendations based on soil composition. This innovative approach not only enhanced his yields but also reduced resource wastage and promoted sustainable farming practices. Advanced pest and disease alerts empowered Kishan to take proactive measures, safeguarding his crops and improving their overall quality. By seamlessly blending traditional farming wisdom with advanced technology, Kishan’s journey showcases 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.

  • Banana weevil:
    • Neem cake
    • Carbofuran
  • Fruit flies:
    • Pheromone traps
    • Malathion
  • Black Sigatoka:
    • Copper oxychloride
    • Propiconazole
  • Panama disease:
    • Trichoderma
    • Carbendazim
  • Cynodon dactylon:
    • Mulching
    • Glyphosate
  • Cyperus rotundus:
    • Solarization
    • Halosulfuron-methyl

Fertilizer Management

  • Nitrogen: Urea: 5 kg/acre
  • Phosphorus: Single Super Phosphate: 4 kg/acre
  • Potassium: Potash: 5 kg/acre
  • Sulfur: Gypsum: 2 kg/acre
  • Zinc : Zinc sulfate: 0.2 kg/acre

 

Frequency of application – Every 30 days

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