Abstract
Precision agriculture (PA) transforms traditional practices into a new world of production of agriculture. It uses a range of technologies or diagnostic tools such as global navigation satellite system (GNSS), geographic information systems (GIS), yield monitors, near-infrared reflectance sensing, and remote sensing in collecting and analyzing the in-field spatial variability data, thereby enabling farmers to monitor and make site-specific management decisions for soils and crops. PA technology enables visualization of spatial and temporal variations of production resources and supports spatially varying treatments using variable rate application technologies installed on farm agricultural field machinery. The demand for PA is driven by recognition within-field variability and opportunities for treating areas within a field or production unit differently. PA can be applied to multiple cultural practices including tillage, precision seeding, variable rate fertilizer application, precision irrigation and selective pesticide application; and facilitates other management decisions making, for example, site-specific deep tillage to remove soil compaction. PA technology ensures optimal use of production inputs and contributes to a significant increase in farm profitability. Precision agriculture is a rapidly advancing field that combines advanced technologies and data analytics to improve crop productivity and resource management. This article explores the role of sensing technologies, such as remote sensing, ground-based sensors, and GPS/GIS applications, in data collection and analysis for informed decision-making. The article also examines the impact of variable rate technologies, including variable rate seeding, nutrient application, and irrigation, on optimizing input usage and improving crop performance. Furthermore, it discusses the integration of precision crop management techniques, such as remote sensing, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT), in enhancing farming practices. While precision agriculture offers significant benefits, challenges related to cost, accessibility, data management, and education need to be addressed. It is crucial to overcome these challenges to fully harness the potential of precision agriculture for sustainable and efficient food production. By acknowledging and addressing these challenges, farmers and stakeholders can work towards the widespread adoption of precision agriculture, leading to improved crop productivity, resource management, and environmental sustainability.
Keywords
Precision, Agriculture, Maximizing, Crop, Production
Citations
IRE Journals:
Tom, C. N. , Edet, J. A. , Erokare, T. E. , Umunna, M. F. , Igbozulike, A. O.; Udenze, N. F
"Precision Agriculture for Maximizing Crop Production" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 2 2024 Page 384-392
IEEE:
Tom, C. N. , Edet, J. A. , Erokare, T. E. , Umunna, M. F. , Igbozulike, A. O.; Udenze, N. F
"Precision Agriculture for Maximizing Crop Production" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(2)
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