Smart Irrigation Presentation
Smart Irrigation Presentation
Sustainable Agriculture
• A Technology-Driven Approach to Water
Conservation and Crop Optimization
Introduction
• - Agriculture is the backbone of many
economies.
• - Water scarcity and inefficient irrigation
threaten food security.
• - Smart irrigation leverages IoT and AI for
optimized water use.
• - Aligns with UN SDGs 2 (Zero Hunger), 6
(Clean Water and Sanitation), and 13 (Climate
Action).
Problem Statement
• - Traditional irrigation leads to water wastage,
soil degradation, and lower crop yields.
• - FAO: Agriculture accounts for ~70% of
freshwater withdrawals, much of it lost.
• - Need for a smart, technology-driven solution
for water efficiency.
Proposed Solution/Innovation
• The Smart Irrigation System integrates:
• - IoT-based Sensors: Monitor soil moisture &
weather in real-time.
• - AI Algorithms: Optimize watering schedules
to minimize waste.
• - Automated Drip Irrigation: Delivers precise
water amounts.
• - Mobile App: Remote monitoring & control.
• - Renewable Energy: Sustainable operation via
wind/hydro.
Implementation Plan
• Phases of Development:
• 1. Research & Design (Month 1-2): Identify key
needs & prototype.
• 2. Prototype Development (Month 3-4): Build
& test initial model.
• 3. Pilot Testing (Month 5-6): Small farm
deployment & evaluation.
• 4. Optimization & Scaling (Month 7-8):
Improve & prepare for mass deployment.
Resources Needed
• - Technology: IoT sensors, AI software,
microcontrollers, irrigation components.
• - Funding: Investment for R&D, pilot testing,
and production.
• - Team: Engineers, data scientists, agricultural
experts, field testers.
Expected Impact
• - Water Conservation: 30-50% reduction in
irrigation water use.
• - Increased Productivity: Optimized watering
enhances crop yield & quality.
• - Climate Resilience: Helps farmers adapt to
changing weather.
• - Economic Benefits: Reduces costs &
improves farmer profits.
• - Scalability: Suitable for various crops & global
farming conditions.
Business Model
• Target Market:
• - Farmers & Cooperatives: Direct product sales
& support.
• - Governments & NGOs: Large-scale
deployment partnerships.
• - Agri-Tech Companies: AI-based irrigation
solutions licensing.
• Revenue Streams:
• - Hardware Sales.
Challenges & Risk Analysis
• - High Costs: Advanced tech is expensive for
small farmers.
• - Mitigation: Government subsidies &
financing options.
• - Technical Adoption Barrier: Farmers may
struggle with new tech.
• - Mitigation: Training & user-friendly apps.
• - Data Reliability Issues: Sensor failures &
connectivity problems.
• - Mitigation: Manual controls & periodic
Conclusion
• - A data-driven solution for sustainable
agriculture.
• - Reduces water waste & increases crop
efficiency.
• - IoT, AI, and automation ensure efficient
water use.
• - Scalable for global impact in agriculture.
References
• List of research papers, industry reports, and
sources used.