Agriculture
Scientists Release Digital Soil Map to Guide Farmers on Precise Fertilizer Use in Karnataka
Researchers from the Agriculture University have analyzed soil quality across Karnataka's districts and developed a mobile-based digital soil map that tells farmers exactly which fertilizer to apply.
Scientists at the Agriculture University have developed a digital soil map that analyzes the nutrient content of soils across various districts in Karnataka. The map provides farmers with precise recommendations on the type and amount of fertilizer needed for their specific plots.
The digital soil map is accessible via a mobile application, allowing farmers to quickly identify the nutrient deficiencies in their land and choose the most suitable fertilizer. By basing recommendations on actual soil data, the tool helps avoid over-application of chemicals.
Farmers who use the map can expect reduced input costs and improved crop yields. The precise fertilizer guidance also promotes environmental sustainability by minimizing excess nutrient runoff.
The map is currently available to farmers throughout Karnataka and can be accessed through the university’s mobile portal. The initiative is part of a broader effort to modernise agricultural practices in the state.
The digital soil map is accessible via a mobile application, allowing farmers to quickly identify the nutrient deficiencies in their land and choose the most suitable fertilizer. By basing recommendations on actual soil data, the tool helps avoid over-application of chemicals.
Farmers who use the map can expect reduced input costs and improved crop yields. The precise fertilizer guidance also promotes environmental sustainability by minimizing excess nutrient runoff.
The map is currently available to farmers throughout Karnataka and can be accessed through the university’s mobile portal. The initiative is part of a broader effort to modernise agricultural practices in the state.