Abstract
The abstract discusses the importance of precision agriculture in the development of "smart agriculture" within the FoodNet platform of Russia's national technological initiative. Precision agriculture, utilizing information technologies, has shown economic and ecological benefits such as increased crop yields, reduced environmental impact, and improved crop quality. The transition to precision agriculture is seen as a justified approach to modernize crop production techniques in Russia.
Development strategy
The Strategy of Scientific and Technological Development in Russia focuses on implementing initiatives to address challenges in the agricultural sector, aiming to enhance food sovereignty, competitiveness, and technological advancements. Precision agriculture is highlighted as a key approach within the "smart agriculture" segment to improve crop yields, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the quality of agricultural production through the use of information technologies and innovative farming practices. The strategy emphasizes the need for developing a domestic technological infrastructure to support precision agriculture, essential for the advancement of agriculture in Russia.
Smart agriculture sector
The segment "Smart Agriculture" encompasses two main trends: precision agriculture and precision livestock farming. Precision agriculture involves using advanced technologies like information technology, robotics, and sensors to optimize crop production by considering spatial and temporal variations in soil conditions. This approach aims to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, increase agricultural yields, and enhance product quality.
Current research trend
Current research in this trend refers to ongoing studies and investigations within the field of precision agriculture, focusing on the application of information technologies, data analysis, and spatial-temporal variations in soil and crop management. Researchers are exploring ways to optimize costs, enhance crop stability, and achieve ecological sustainability in agricultural production through the use of precision agriculture methods. This research aims to improve decision-making processes, increase efficiency in agrotechnical operations, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the overall quality of agricultural products.
Precision agriculture
Precision agriculture views an agricultural field as heterogeneous, meaning it consists of various sites with differing soil fertility and crop conditions. This approach involves using technology like onboard computers, GPS systems, and geostatistical methods to tailor agricultural practices to the specific needs of different areas within the field. By analyzing intrafield variability and adjusting processing techniques accordingly, precision agriculture aims to enhance efficiency and productivity in farming practices.
ARI software
The ARI software for stationary and onboard computers is a specialized tool designed to facilitate precision agriculture practices by planning optimal routes, creating electronic thematic maps, generating job cards for implementing agronomic techniques, and supporting various services related to agricultural field management. It enables users to access detailed information about test fields, including field contours, crop arrangement, yield maps, agrochemical indicators, and aerial photographs, allowing for informed decision-making in agricultural operations. The software plays a crucial role in integrating technology and data to enhance efficiency and productivity in precision crop production.
Prospects of development
The text discusses the potential for implementing precision agriculture technologies in Russia to enhance productivity and economic efficiency in the agricultural sector. It highlights the importance of integrating information, communication, and precision technologies with existing farming practices to transform agriculture. The transition to precision agriculture involves multidisciplinary challenges and requires significant modernization of agricultural practices, machinery, and workforce to fully realize its benefits in improving production and sustainability.
Transition to precision agriculture
The transition to Precision Agriculture (PA) technologies involves the adoption of advanced information and communication technologies in farming practices to improve productivity and sustainability. This shift requires the integration of scientific, engineering, and organizational solutions to implement precision farming methods effectively. While the process may take time and effort, the adoption of PA technologies holds the potential to revolutionize agricultural practices by optimizing resource use and enhancing crop production efficiency.