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Precise application of water and fertilizer to crops: challenges and opportunities

Yingying Xing, Xiukang Wang

Frontiers in Plant Science · 2024

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Summary

Precision water and fertilizer application technologies have emerged as crucial innovations in sustainable agriculture, addressing the pressing need to enhance crop yield and quality while optimizing resource use and minimizing environmental impacts. This review systematically explores the latest advancements in precision water and fertilizer application technologies. It examines the integration of advanced sensors, remote sensing, and machine learning algorithms in precision agriculture, assessing their roles in optimizing irrigation and nutrient management. The study evaluates various precision techniques, including micro-irrigation systems, variable rate technology (VRT), and predictive modeling, along with their implementation in diverse agricultural settings. Furthermore, the review a

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Peer-reviewed study
DOI
10.3389/fpls.2024.1444560
Catalogue ID
SNmojuonxv-3amd9o
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