Agricultural Technology: 5 innovations that speed up operations in the field

By Stara

The evolution of agricultural technologies has revolutionized the production sector, bringing intelligent solutions to optimize productivity in grain crops.

Precision Agriculture, with the use of sensors, agricultural controllers and Artificial Intelligence in agricultural machinery, has been one of the main strategies for maximizing yields and reducing waste of inputs.

In this article, we highlight 5 agricultural technologies for Precision Agriculture that are transforming agribusiness and Stara's main highlights in this area, such as Telemetry, the Topper agricultural controller and Syncro.

What is the function of agricultural technology?

The main function of technology in agriculture is to optimize rural production through automation and digitalization of processes in the field.

There are numerous examples at all stages of cultivation, such as distribution, planting and spraying, allowing for more efficient use of inputs and cost savings.

With technological advances in the field, farmers have access to tools that allow detailed control of operations, improving productivity and implementing more sustainable management practices in crops.

Operators: the impact of technology on the work routine

The use of agricultural technology in the field not only facilitates operations in the field but also directly impacts the routine of operators.

With equipment developed for Precision Agriculture, operators can play a more strategic role in the field, making decisions based on accurate data captured and analyzed with the help of agricultural controllers inside the cabin. This reduces operational fatigue, improves workplace safety, provides greater control over agricultural processes and good operational performance.

Main agricultural technologies for grain crops

To ensure a good day's work in the fields, in addition to agricultural machinery always ready for work, it is increasingly necessary to have connectivity in the field to obtain the maximum potential of the agricultural technology available today for grain cultivation.

With the expansion of internet access in rural areas and the use of agricultural sensors, farmers can monitor machine performance, soil moisture, weather conditions and other critical factors in real time, receiving alerts in the cabin and on their cell phones with the help of integrated systems. Check out the main innovations for Precision Agriculture currently available to rural producers:  

High resolution cameras in agricultural equipment

High-resolution cameras are generally fixed to the front of the booms of agricultural machines, allowing the area to be read, and images of the crop to be captured and processed in real time.

Depending on the agricultural technology installed, each camera attached to the equipment is capable of recording and processing at least 500 images per second. After processing the information, the equipment suggests technical recommendations based on data, which can be executed by the operator immediately.

Variable Rate Maps

A is one of the main applications of Precision Agriculture, allowing fertilizers and pesticides to be applied according to the specific needs of each crop region. This avoids excessive applications and improves resource efficiency. Main advantages: optimized use of inputs; cost reduction and lower environmental impact

Agricultural control in the cabin

GPS systems embedded in agricultural machinery enable highly accurate automated guidance. This improves operational efficiency and reduces fuel consumption. It also minimizes overlapping applications or irregular spacing during distribution, planting and harvesting. Main benefits: greater precision in agricultural operations, time savings in mapping and crop control and better use of the arable area.

Artificial Intelligence in agricultural machinery

The use of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence in agricultural machinery allows predictive analysis of variables, indicating the best management practices for each time of year.

In the Stara Eco Spray self-propelled sprayer, the Artificial Intelligence system sends commands to open the spray nozzles individually, activating the product jet only on the unwanted plant, turning it off immediately afterwards. In addition to preserving the soil, it avoids excessive consumption of inputs.

Technologies for the application of agricultural pesticides

With the use of sensors and Artificial Intelligence, agricultural sprayers can be used selectively in grain crops, applying only to areas infested by pests or weeds. Main advantages: savings on agricultural pesticides, lower environmental impact and greater safety for operators and consumers.

Stara agricultural technology: constant evolution

A reference in innovation in Agribusiness and Precision Agriculture, Stara has developed its own technologies that integrate several technological solutions in the same product or service. Among the most prominent in this area are: Stara Telemetry, Zero Kneading, Syncro and Topper Agricultural Controller.

Stara Telemetry

Manages operations in real time, providing better logistics and cost reduction. Through the app, it is possible to check the path taken by Stara agricultural machines in the field and view work maps to facilitate control of the machines in the field.

In addition, Stara Telemetry allows connection with partner software, so data can be viewed on the platform that the customer already uses.

Zero Kneading

It is the exclusive Stara system that reduces seed waste and improves planting efficiency. Zero Crushing automatically shuts down planting lines at the exact location where sprayers and distributors are moving, generating savings of up to 4% in seeds, regardless of the direction of the planting lines.

Sync

Syncro is an exclusive Stara system that allows you to synchronize up to four agricultural machines with the same function. It provides standardized management and facilitates communication between operators. The technology can be used for planting, distribution and spraying.

Topper Agricultural Controller

Modern and interactive agricultural controller that facilitates the operation of agricultural machinery and speeds up decision-making. Through the Machine Monitoring service, equipment is monitored in real time.

When a monitored item is not in accordance with what was parameterized, alerts are displayed on the Topper screen and sent to Stara Telemetry. If the alert is not corrected, Stara notifies the producer via WhatsApp.

With all these innovations, Stara reaffirms its innovative DNA and its commitment to the evolution of Precision Agriculture, ensuring greater productivity, sustainability and efficiency for rural producers.

Conclusion

Precision Agriculture has revolutionized grain crops, offering agricultural technologies to optimize productivity and reduce waste. In this article, we list 5 innovations that streamline operations in the field. Investing in this type of tool is essential to increase efficiency in the field, ensuring greater profitability and more sustainable management in agribusiness.