America is one of the most developed agricultural countries in the world. Farming there is completely based on machines, technology, data and precision management. Below is information about some major American agricultural techniques:
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1. Precision Farming
GPS and satellite mapping analyze the fields.
Each part of the field is given different fertilizers, water and pesticides.
This increases production and reduces costs.
2. Drone Technology
Drones are used to monitor the field, check crop health and spray pesticides / fertilizers.
It saves both time and cost.
3. Sensor Based Farming (IoT Farming)
Sensors that measure moisture, temperature and nutrients in the soil are installed in the fields.
The farmer can take decisions by looking at real time data from the mobile app.
4. Automated Tractors and Robotics
GPS-guided tractors plow the fields without a driver.
Robots plant, harvest and remove weeds.
5. Hydroponic and Vertical Farming
Growing crops in water and nutrient solution without soil.
Indoor vertical farming is growing rapidly in cities.
6. Data Analytics and AI
By collecting data of crops, it is told that:
Which crop to plant when,
How much water to give,
When can the disease occur.
7. Genetically Modified Crops (GM Crops)
Crops with high production and disease resistance.
Such as – GM corn, soybean, cotton etc.
8. Smart Irrigation System
Drip and sprinkler systems have been connected to sensors and timers.
This conserves water and plants get water as per their requirement.
Conclusion:
America’s agriculture is no longer based on “jugaad” but on science, data and technology. These technologies are now coming to India as well – like drones, sensors, smart tractors etc.
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