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ICAR Scientist Talk Series- 2023 “Application of Drones in Agriculture”
Organizers |
Faculty of Agriculture, Allied Sciences and Technology |
Email Address |
dkd01@ganpatuniversity.ac.in |
Participants |
140 |
Contact No. |
(M): +91 - 9904781244 |
Start Date |
28/09/2023 11:40 AM |
End Date |
28/09/2023 12:40 PM |
Venue |
Ganpat University- Kantaben Kashiram Institute of Agricultural Science and Research |
Social Media Share |
Description
On September 28, 2023, KKIASR at Ganpat University organized an enlightening expert talk session titled "Application of Drones in Agriculture," featuring Dr. Satya Prakash Kumar, a distinguished scientist from the Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering. With 140 participants, the session commenced at 11:30 AM.
Dr. Kumar's comprehensive presentation included drone technology's applications in agriculture, covering various drone types, technical specifications, and their roles in mapping, plant protection, crop health monitoring, and yield estimation. He explained the workings of drones, their fundamental components, and detailed the physics behind drone flight. Additionally, Dr. Kumar showcased the integration of optical sensors with drones for capturing phenotypic traits. The presentation spanned applications in plant health monitoring, pesticide spraying, crop counting, yield assessment, irrigation monitoring, and even touched upon drone usage in dairy farming. It emphasized the advantages of drones in agriculture, including increased yields, enhanced safety, and expedited data collection. Dr. Kumar also candidly addressed challenges such as battery life, cost, licensing, weather conditions, and the need for specialized skills. He provided valuable insights into obtaining drone operation licenses from the DGCA and stressed safety precautions, particularly near airports. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, inspiring participants to explore the transformative potential of drones in agriculture, leaving them enriched with knowledge thanks to Dr. Satya Prakash Kumar's expertise and engaging presentation style.
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