tarkkuusviljelyä

Tarkkuusviljelyä, known in English as precision agriculture, is a farming management concept based on observing, measuring, and responding to inter- and intra-field variability in crops. The goal is to optimize farm profitability and sustainability by managing resources, such as water, fertilizer, and pesticides, more efficiently. This approach utilizes information technology, including GPS, sensors, and data analysis, to precisely target interventions on a field-by-field or even sub-field basis.

Key technologies employed in tarkkuusviljelyä include variable rate application (VRA) systems, which adjust the application rate of inputs based on localized needs, and yield monitoring systems, which map harvest yields to identify areas of high and low productivity. Remote sensing, through satellites or drones, provides aerial imagery that can reveal crop health, soil conditions, and other important factors. The data collected from these technologies allows farmers to make informed decisions about planting, fertilization, irrigation, and pest control, leading to more precise and effective management practices. This can result in reduced input costs, increased yields, and a minimized environmental impact.