Bengaluru:The University of Agricultural Sciences has introduced an advanced sensor-based automatic boom sprayer at the Krishi Mela-2024 in Bengaluru. The device is designed to revolutionise pesticide, fertiliser and liquid nutrient application for fruits, flowers and crops.
This innovative sprayer can automatically adjust the quantity of chemicals based on crops and diseases. Its advanced sensors ensure precise application by preventing re-spraying on areas already covered. The equipment features a self-closing nozzle system, enhancing efficiency and reducing chemical wastage.
The sprayer includes a 400-litre tank, which can be mounted on a tractor. It is equipped with an electronic control unit and a sensor kit, integrated with a computerised map that displays critical spraying details. This map guides the sprayer to operate in line with recommended chemical application guidelines.
With its high efficiency, the machine can cover an acre in just 15 minutes, significantly saving time for farmers. The sprayer is suitable for applying insecticides, bactericides and liquid fertilisers. Its 18 nozzles, arranged across a nine-metre-wide span, automatically open and close as the tractor moves through rows of crops, spraying only wherever needed.