Artificial Intelligence in Soil Health Monitoring
Artificial Intelligence in Soil Health Monitoring
Introduction
Artificial intelligence’s versatility is one aspect that makes the technology practically universal
when it comes to industrial applications and process improvements. However, the most admirable
aspect of the technology is how it transforms industries that may not seem to be the ideal
candidates. This paper presents AI integration into farming to monitor soil health and production-
friendly indicators. The primary direction in this analysis is that artificial intelligence can promote
multidimensional soil data integration into an agro-industrial system that guides decision-making
on crop rotation.
Discussion
Machine learning algorithms for automated farm monitoring and soil data processing can catapult
intensive food-based agricultural production to end global hunger. Deorankar and Rohankar
(2020) detailed that an AI system in soil test-based fertility management can effectively increase
farm productivity, especially for soils characterized by high special variability. The fertility
management technique entails remote sensing capabilities for detecting or estimating soil quality
indicators (Diaz-Gonzalez et al., 2022). The automated soil-testing approach complements
knowledge of existing crop yield prediction systems that use soil data such as biological, physical,
and chemical composition (Diaz-Gonzales et al., 2022). Therefore, the new value provided by AI
technology is that it allows automation and algorithm-based predictions for more solid decision-
making.
Any innovative technology that serves human needs should be capable of adding value by saving
money or improving work efficiency. AI in soil health monitoring is an unconventional application of
the technology, albeit capable of adding numerous benefits to farmers and consumers. One value-
Conclusion
In conclusion, soil health monitoring became an ideal candidate for AI technology once recent
studies showed future value-based opportunities in farming. The possible benefits of AI technology
in test-based fertility management are production efficiency improvements and lowered food costs.
The technology is likely to get a friendly reaction from industry stakeholders, given that the
production technique can improve crop yields and food production for animals. Therefore, farmers
should embrace automation and algorithm-based predictions for more solid production decision-
making.
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