Top five digital technologies for farmers in Tajikistan

Today at 3:00 p.mAuthor: Sayfiddin Karaev, Asia-Plus

These technologies are not cheap, but they will reduce fertilizer and watering costs for farmers and increase yields.

Experts from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have identified the five most promising types of digital agricultural technologies for farmers in Tajikistan.

They were discussed at the presentation of the preliminary results of the “Feasibility study of opportunities for digital agriculture in the Khatlon region of the Republic of Tatarstan” held on August 28 in Dushanbe. We tell you this is technology.

Agricultural drones

Agricultural drones are an innovative solution for improving farm productivity and efficiency.

They provide accurate information about the area, relief and specifics of the soil. In one hour of drone flight, you can collect detailed information on an area of ​​16-20 hectares, create a 3D relief model, sow seeds evenly and accurately, apply fertilizers and the necessary pesticides.

The introduction of one agricultural drone into agricultural production costs a farmer approximately 21 thousand dollars.

An agricultural drone (such as the XAG V40 UAV) costs $18,000, $1,000 is spent on batteries and software, and an average of $2,000 on training and maintenance.

Using an agrodrone will reduce the cost of fertilizers, chemicals and seeds by 30% due to their precise application and increase crop yields by an average of 20%.

Smart greenhouses

Smart greenhouses are advanced technological solutions with a controlled environment that enable year-round cultivation of quality agricultural crops. Innovative greenhouses can significantly increase productivity and reduce labor costs. Smart greenhouses are equipped with lighting systems, air conditioning, irrigation, heating and carbon dioxide enrichment.

The cost of installing smart greenhouse technologies varies greatly depending on the supplier of the equipment, the size of the farm and the technology used. A basic low-tech greenhouse system costs $30,000 or more, while advanced high-tech systems cost $100,000.

Smart greenhouses will increase yields by 30% or more compared to traditional farming. If in open ground, under optimal weather conditions, you can get an average of 40-50 tons of tomatoes per 1 hectare, then in smart greenhouses – 55-80 tons per 1 hectare. Moreover, unlike traditional seasonal farming, smart greenhouses can grow crops all year round.

It should also be noted that the cost of fertilizer, watering, etc. has decreased by 20-30%.

Smart pest traps

Smart insect traps show significant potential for improving pest control. These traps use advanced technology to monitor pest populations and provide early warning for necessary action. They reduce the use of chemicals, increase yields, reduce manual labor and reduce the time needed to detect pests.

The cost to purchase and install smart traps averages $300-$500 per unit. Operating costs are negligible due to the use of solar energy and data storage in the cloud. Regular maintenance is $500 per year. The smart trap technology is estimated to cost around $1,000 to install and train.

Smart traps minimize the use of various chemicals, reduce manual labor consumption and increase productivity.

GPS\GLONASS monitoring system

GPS\GLONASS technologies are used to obtain field condition information based on satellite data, aerial imagery, weather data and ground sensor data.

Field sensors cost $500-$1000 depending on type and features. Fees for access to the platform range from $200 to $1,000 per month, depending on the services. Initial training and support is estimated to be around $1,000.

The economic benefit of using GPS is that due to the introduction of optimal monitoring and control, resources (water, fertilizers, pesticides, etc.) are saved by 20% and crop yields are increased by the same amount.

Smart irrigation systems

Smart irrigation systems combine Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, artificial intelligence and cloud computing to ensure accurate irrigation, reduce costs and increase crop yields.

When using a smart irrigation system, depending on the type of soil, crop and terrain, water savings can be up to 50%.

The cost of purchasing and installing equipment (sensors, controllers, etc.) varies from 2 thousand to 6 thousand dollars, taking into account the complexity of the system. System support services are estimated at $300-$500 per year. Electricity costs for pumping systems depend on tariffs and volumes of use.

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