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Part of book or chapter of book . 2025
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Precision and Sustainable Agriculture

Authors: Dr. Akhilesh Saini;

Precision and Sustainable Agriculture

Abstract

Precision Agriculture (PA) is transforming traditional agricultural practices by leveraging advanced technologies to monitor and manage in-field spatial variability. It utilizes diagnostic tools such as yield monitors, near-infrared reflectance sensors, geographic information systems (GIS), and remote sensing to collect and analyze data on soil and crop conditions. This data-driven approach enables farmers to make informed, site-specific management decisions. By employing variable rate application technologies integrated into farm machinery, PA facilitates spatially and temporally differentiated treatments. These tools allow visualization and targeted intervention based on fluctuations in production resources. The core driver of PA adoption is the recognition of within-field variability and the opportunity to treat different areas of a field or production unit uniquely. PA supports a wide range of cultural practices, including precision tillage, seeding, fertilization, irrigation, and pesticide application. It also informs strategic decisions such as site-specific deep tillage to alleviate soil compaction. By optimizing input use, PA enhances farm profitability and promotes environmental stewardship. Overall, PA plays a vital role in sustainable soil and crop management by reducing the overuse of inputs, increasing efficiency, and contributing to environmentally responsible agriculture.

Keywords

Precision agriculture, GIS, Remote sensing, Tillage, Variable rate fertiliser application

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