This course introduces students to the concepts, technologies and applications involved in precision farming (PF). This entails the use of ICT and some high-technology equipment for assessing field conditions and applying variable rates of production inputs for management of soil nutrients, weeds, pest & diseases. Topics include sampling procedures, and measurements of parameters through environmental sensors, GNSS, RS and PS. Data input into GIS or analysis using Geo-statistical & Mapping software to accomplish primary spatial data management tasks, creation of spatial variability maps for mechanized applications of farm inputs. Students will also be exposed to precision technologies in livestock production for locating as well as feeding, reproduction and health management. Students will participate in some hands-on experience in the use of enabling hardware and software in PF applications.
Mod Kursus: PTG