e-Crop: IoT Device for Smart Farming

CTCRI's e-Crop, an IoT device for smart farming, receives patent from Indian Patent Office.

The device simulates crop growth in real-time using weather, soil moisture, and nutrient data.
Calculates nutrient and water requirements, generating daily agro-advisories for crops.
Periodical advices sent via SMS to farmers regarding water and nutrient requirements.
Santhosh Mithra, principal scientist at CTCRI, is the inventor of the technology.
Successfully field-demonstrated for various crops like cassava, sweet potato, yam, and banana.
Farmers achieve higher yields with up to 50% savings on nutrients and water.
Generic nature allows adaptation to any field crop, enhancing versatility.
Collaborative efforts with State agriculture departments, ICAR institutes, and other organizations to expand adoption and implementation.