SmartFarming Potato App
SmartFarming Potato App is an Android App created to transform the agriculturl system by providing real-time, tailor-made guidance to farmers. It was developed in collaboration with GIZ and ETC Consultants India Pvt Ltd.
Transforming Potato farming using SmartFarming Potatao App
Introducing the SmartFarming Potato India App – a groundbreaking solution designed to empower potato farmers with real-time, personalized advice right at their fingertips. Developed in collaboration with potato farmers in India using a user-centered design approach, this innovative app is optimized for farmers in the Green Innovation Centre projects across Maharashtra and Karnataka.
In addition to all features commonly found in crop improvement App, SmartFarming Potato App stands out based on the features explained below.
The App has the ability to offer tailor-made recommendations based on individual farm information and live weather data. Bid farewell to generic advice and welcome customized insights specific to your field, variety, season, and irrigation method. With the app, farmers receive daily pop-up advice that empowers them to make informed decisions at the right moment.
The App’s picture-based identification feature makes managing pests and diseases becomes effortless. A game-changer lies in its proactive approach to disease prevention, providing guidance on effective, sustainable pesticide use based on weather data and planting date.
Water, a precious resource, is optimized through the App’s irrigation practices. By calculating individual irrigation needs and considering hourly weather forecasts for the next five days, the App guides farmers towards efficient water usage, eliminating waste and guesswork.
Planning potato cultivation becomes a breeze with the App’s pre-sowing features. Wondering which varieties are suitable for your field or how to determine the correct spacing for sowing? The SmartFarming Potato India App has all the answers you need to make well-informed decisions.
Fertilization, a critical aspect of potato farming, is simplified by the App. With calculations of nutrient requirements at targeted yield, farmers receive an individualized fertilizer schedule, ensuring optimal nutrient management.
The Potato App is user-friendly and accessible, it is available in English, Marathi, Hindi, and Kannada, meeting the dynamic language needs of farmers in Central and South India. Download the app via Google Play and revolutionize potato farming in your region.
In 2019, ETC India conducted an impact analysis that showcased numerous positive effects of the App. For example, farmers who followed the App’s advice to extend the potato growing period saw an additional 20% higher yield, while still having sufficient time to grow maize.
For companies seeking customized agricultural solutions, SmartFarming is your reliable partner. We offer tailored products and services, including apps that can be used as training tools for agricultural service providers, complementing existing curricula and enabling daily training and monitoring. Join us in transforming farming practices and driving sustainable growth.
For further information about the Potato App project and realted article, visit the AFCI website and GIZ article
