A Nigerian soil scientist based in the United States, Victor Ugwuegbu, has proposed the establishment of a national digital soil health and monitoring program to boost farming output in Nigeria.
Uwuegbu, a PhD candidate at the University of Kentucky, stated this in a release published by Diaspora Tales on Thursday.
He pointed out that the government and agricultural partners need to have access to digital technologies and advancements that enhance farmlands, particularly those utilized for commercial agriculture.
An environmental specialist mentioned that digital tools such as sensors, artificial intelligence, and geospatial techniques are changing the way scientists and farmers perceive and handle soils, as they gather and analyze data on soil nutrients, water content, and organic material in almost real time.
“For Nigerian farmers, this translates to reduced uncertainty and increased accuracy. By understanding precisely what each section of their land requires, farmers can distribute fertilizer, compost, or water only where needed, thereby conserving both time and expenses,” he mentioned.
Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info).
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