Geospatial Innovation · Agriculture

Intelligent Irrigation Support System

AI-based DSS integrating IoT, SAR imagery, and geospatial data for intelligent irrigation decisions.

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AgricultureVizianagaram, Andhra PradeshTRL 3

About the Project

Project Overview

Encode Nature's Intelligent Irrigation Support System optimizes water usage through soil moisture estimation and AI-based irrigation recommendations.

Startup
Encode Nature
Sector
Agriculture
Pilot Districts
Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh
Current Location
Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh

Technology Readiness

Basic researchMarket ready
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Technology Readiness Level — TRL 3

Problem Statement

Inefficient irrigation practices due to lack of accurate soil moisture assessment and data-driven irrigation planning.

Solution

AI-based Decision Support System (DSS) integrating IoT, weather, soil, SAR satellite imagery, and geospatial data to optimize irrigation decisions.

Target Users

  • Farmers
  • Irrigation Departments
  • Agricultural Agencies
  • Water Resource Managers

Key Features

Soil Moisture Estimation

Multi-source soil moisture estimation using IoT and SAR data.

Intelligent Irrigation Recommendations

AI-optimized irrigation scheduling based on crop and weather.

SAR-based Soil Moisture Mapping

Satellite-derived soil moisture maps for large areas.

Multi-source Geospatial Integration

Fusion of IoT, weather, and satellite geospatial datasets.

Interactive Decision Support Dashboard

Farmer-friendly dashboard for irrigation decision support.

Value Proposition

Reduced water consumption, optimized irrigation scheduling, improved crop productivity, enhanced decision-making, sustainable agriculture.

Expansion Plan

Validate across 3 agro-climatic zones in AP and Telangana before national rollout.

Environmental Impact

  • Water conservation
  • Reduced fertilizer runoff
  • Sustainable resource utilization

Social Impact

  • Increased crop yield
  • Improved farmer income
  • Enhanced agricultural productivity

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 6: Clean Water & Sanitation
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption & Production
  • SDG 13: Climate Action

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