Tecnologías emergentes en la agricultura: Aplicación informática para el cultivo bajo cubierta

Abstract

Current computer technology advances enable the development of mixed applications that combine software and hardware devices, such as sensors and electronic equipment. Therefore, leveraging this state-of-the-art computer technology, this research proposes implementing a prototype with a mixed application to manage protected cultivation processes. This agricultural technique is widely used today for growing vegetables or short-cycle seedlings and involves enclosed structures like greenhouses to protect plants. This methodology offers numerous benefits, including increased efficiency in resource usage, such as water and light. Furthermore, it improves crop quality and quantity, helping to address the scarcity of fresh produce in urban areas. However, despite these advantages, the adoption of protected cultivation practices remains limited. In order to develop this mixed application, information was collected from the public and farmers to analyze the feasibility of protected cultivation with a computer application that aids in monitoring key agricultural activities. After gathering primary information, we developed an application that integrates with agricultural processes and interacts through sensors for irrigation control, fertilizer management, pesticide control, and alerts for additional tasks