precision fertilizer Articles
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Will variable-rate nitrogen fertilization using corn canopy reflectance sensing deliver environmental benefits?
Within-field variability of corn (Zea mays L.) N need calls for development of precision fertilizer application strategies. One approach many are investigating is in-season canopy reflectance sensing. Justification for this strategy partly rests with the premise it will improve N use and reduce N loss from fields. The objective of this study was to determine the potential environmental benefits ...
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From Data to Action: Leveraging Soil NPK Sensor Insights for Optimal Crop Management
Optimizing Crop Yields and Resource Efficiency through Precision Agriculture In the pursuit of sustainable agriculture, precision farming has emerged as a game-changer, revolutionizing agricultural practices and fostering a more efficient and environmentally responsible approach to crop production. At the heart of precision farming lies the concept of real-time data acquisition, enabling farmers ...
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The Role of Soil Sensors in Sustainable Farming
Revolutionizing Agriculture with Data-Driven Insights In the dynamic landscape of agriculture, sustainability has emerged as a critical pillar, driving the pursuit of practices that minimize environmental impact while maximizing productivity. Amidst this evolving paradigm, soil sensors have emerged as a transformative force, unlocking a wealth of insights into soil health and enabling farmers to ...
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Using Soil NPK Sensors to Improve Plant Nutrition
Introduction Plant nutrition is a critical aspect of sustainable agriculture, as it directly impacts the growth, development, and yield of crops. Traditional methods of fertilizer application often lead to over- or under-fertilization, resulting in poor plant growth or environmental pollution. With the advent of soil NPK sensors, however, farmers now have a precise and efficient tool to improve ...
By JXCT
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A simple spectral index using reflectance of 735 nm to assess nitrogen status of rice canopy
Spatial distribution of canopy N status is the primary information needed for precision management of N fertilizer. This study demonstrated the feasibility of a simple spectral index (SI) using the first derivative of canopy reflectance spectrum at 735 nm (dR/d|735) to assess N concentration of rice (Oryza sativa L.) plants, and then validated the applicability of a simplified imaging system ...
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The Role of Soil Sensor Innovation in Modern Agriculture
Introduction: Modern agriculture is increasingly reliant on technology to improve efficiency, sustainability, and productivity. One key technological innovation that is revolutionizing the way farmers manage their land is soil sensor technology. Soil sensors provide real-time data on crucial soil parameters, enabling farmers to make informed decisions about irrigation, fertilization, and overall ...
By JXCT
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Unlocking Precision and Sustainability with Portable Soil EC Detectors
For millennia, farmers have tilled the land, guided by intuition and tradition. But beneath the surface, in the hidden realm of the soil, lies a powerful language waiting to be deciphered. A language not of words, but of electrical whispers, dictating the very foundation of plant growth and ecosystem health. This language is spoken in terms of Electrical Conductivity (EC), and to understand it, ...
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Revolutionizing Agriculture with Intelligent Soil Sensors
Unlocking Data-Driven Insights for Sustainable and Efficient Farming For centuries, agriculture has relied on tradition and intuition, with farmers often relying on their experience and gut feeling to make decisions about their land. However, the 21st century has ushered in a new era in agriculture, one driven by data and innovation. At the forefront of this revolution are intelligent soil ...
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TOC Analysis of Fertilizer Using the Lotix LSS Boat Module
Abstract This study evaluates the Lotix Solid Sampler (LSS) Boat Module’s ability to analyze fertilizer for the presence of Total Organic Carbon (TOC). Accuracy and system precision, reported as percent Relative Standard Deviation (%RSD) of triplicate calibration standards, was used to evaluate the instrument’s performance. The LSS Boat Module is capable of analyzing liquid TOC ...
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Making technology work for healthier soil
Farmers have to make decisions on which soil-health technologies they want to adopt The ‘Smart Soils’ panel at the Ag 4.0.2 conference included Jordanna Kalis from SoilOptix, Taylor Vokes from Sprucedale Agromart and Jake Kraayenbrink, owner of Agbrink. The panel was moderated by Keith Reid (r), a local farmer and the Alternative Land Use Services program co-ordinator for Grey-Bruce. ...
By Agribrink
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Pattison Liquid Fertilizer Distribution Systems
Pattison Liquid Systems has been developing and supplying the liquid fertilizer application market with distribution kits for over 40 years. From our fixed orifice systems to our variable rate application systems we have the kit required for todays seeding equipment. See our options ...
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Why Drip Irrigation Design is Crucial to Your Success
Drip irrigation is one of the most cost-effective and efficient watering methods in agriculture. It has become incredibly popular in the past 50-years and has been widely adopted by agriculturalists in dozens of countries throughout the world. In simple term, drip irrigation works by sending water through plastic pipes into drip emitters. These emitters are specifically designed to release water ...
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Advantages of soil nutrient testing equipment in field management
Soil nutrient testing equipment has revolutionized the field of agricultural management. These devices provide farmers and gardeners with accurate insights into the nutrient levels in their soil, enabling them to make informed decisions about fertilization and irrigation. In this essay, we will explore the advantages of soil nutrient testing equipment in field management. Accurate nutrient ...
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5 ways drones can help farmers in spring
Throughout the whole growing season, drone images can be a good tool for farmers to make their work more effective. Already in spring, drones can be used in the field to help answer important questions: How was the establishment of winter crops and how has the winter affected the crops? Where do I need to reduce or increase the seed rate next time? Should I change the time of fertilization? Where ...
By Solvi AB
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We’re farmers – of course we’re optimistic
"People think that farmers are unwise, that we only work with our hands. But that’s not true, we work with our brains,” says German farmer Thomas Kläber. The sun is breaking through the clouds and shedding its light on the golden fields. We’re in the German region of Brandenburg that surrounds the capital Berlin, and while most people tilt their heads backwards enjoying ...
By Yara UK Ltd.
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Water-soluble fertilizers: it`s crystal clear!
Crystallisation, as a powerful separation technology and production process, is helping the fertilizer industry diversify its product mix, improve profitability and enhance sustainability, as Sana Boulabiar and Matias Navarro, of Veolia Water Technologies North America, explain. As with most sectors of the economy, the agricultural value chain has been disrupted by the shock of the ...
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Soil Nutrients and Field Health: what you Need to Know
The soil on your field is like the brain to your body. It tells your crops everything they need to know to produce a healthy yield; how many organisms live there, what the pH balance is, whether or not something is performing well… For the brain, if something isn’t performing well, the body can react catastrophically. The same thing happens with soil. If you have too much ...
By Growers
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