Traditional agriculture is also evolving thanks to artificial intelligence, and we can present a real case of onions with AI-controlled irrigation.
Real-world case of onions with AI-controlled irrigation
In Gáldar, Canary Islands, an onion farm incorporates smart sensors capable of:
- Measure soil moisture in real time.
- Knowing the root temperature and conductivity.
- And the weather conditions with all their parameters.
All the information is sent directly to the farmer's mobile phone, allowing them to optimize irrigation and make better decisions.
Thanks to this technological system, the producer claims to have reduced water consumption by up to 25%, while also improving the efficiency and sustainability of the crop. This innovation demonstrates how digitalization can help the agricultural sector save resources, increase productivity, and adapt to new environmental challenges.
Artificial intelligence in onion farming
Artificial intelligence helps in onion cultivation by automatically analyzing data collected by sensors installed in the field.
These sensors measure variables that help the farmer in decision-making, because the system interprets that information to recommend when and how much to irrigate.
Instead of relying solely on experience or manual reviews, AI detects patterns and anticipates crop needs in real time. This allows for:
- Saving water and energy is a problem of utmost importance in the Canary Islands.
- Avoid over- or under-watering, so that the plant does not suffer water stress.
- Improve plant growth by assessing irrigation needs throughout the phenological stage.
- Reduce costs for the farmer.
- Make faster and more accurate decisions from your mobile device.
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