IoT-Based Systems for Soil Nutrients Assessment in Horticulture.

Area of Science:

• Agricultural Science
• Horticultural Science
• Information Technology

Background:

• Soil nutrient assessment is crucial for horticulture but faces challenges like spatial variability, diverse soil properties, and varying plant nutrient needs.
• Existing horticultural farm management systems struggle with the complexity of different farm components, agroecological zones, and socio-economic factors.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present an information system leveraging sensing capabilities, the Internet of Things (IoT), and mobile applications for horticultural farms.
• To provide an overview of soil fertility evaluation techniques and technologies.
• To offer theoretical and technical support for developing technologies that enhance resource management for horticultural farmers.

Main Methods:

• Development of an information system integrating sensing technology, IoT, and mobile applications.
• Evaluation of soil fertility using various techniques and technologies.
• Testing the system in a botanical garden simulating diverse horticultural farm conditions.

Main Results:

• The developed information system addresses key challenges in horticultural farm management, including spatial variability and differing plant nutrient requirements.
• The system demonstrates potential for improving resource management through integrated sensing and mobile technology.
• Results from the botanical garden simulation provide insights into the system's applicability in real-world horticultural settings.

Conclusions:

• The proposed information system offers a low-cost, efficient solution for horticultural farms.
• Advances in information and communication technologies are key to enhancing productivity and sustainability in horticulture.
• The study lays the groundwork for future technological developments in precision horticulture and farm management.