Optimizing Irrigation and Nutrient Management in Agriculture through Artificial Intelligence Implementation
Jeetendra Kumar
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gandhar, Jehanabad - 804432, Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India.
Ritik Chawla *
Department of Fruit Science, Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Drishty Katiyar
Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry. CSAUA and T University, U.P.- 208002, Kanpur, India.
Arjun Chouriya
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, 721302, West Bengal, India.
Dibyajyoti Nath
Department of Soil Science, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Bihar -848125, India.
Sweta Sahoo
Institute of Agricultural sciences, SOA University Bhubaneswar, India.
Abeer Ali
Kerala Agricultural University, India.
Bal veer Singh
Department of Agronomy, CSAUA and T University, U.P.- 208002, Kanpur, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Agriculture plays a pivotal role in sustaining global food security and addressing the challenges of a growing population. However, the efficient use of water and nutrients in agriculture is crucial to mitigate environmental impact while maximizing crop yield. In recent years, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) techniques into agricultural practices has gained momentum, offering innovative solutions for optimizing irrigation and nutrient management. This review paper examines the diverse applications of AI in agriculture, focusing on its role in enhancing irrigation scheduling and nutrient management for improved productivity and resource conservation. The paper presents an overview of various AI technologies, such as machine learning, remote sensing, and data analytics, and their contributions to sustainable agricultural practices. It also discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with the adoption of AI in agriculture, including data quality, model interpretability, and farmer acceptance. Through a comprehensive analysis of recent research and case studies, this review underscores the potential of AI to revolutionize irrigation and nutrient management strategies, ultimately fostering a more resilient and productive agricultural sector.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence implementation, nutrient management, global food security, ai agriculture
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