Optimizing Crop Management and Productivity with DigiFarmz Cropper

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Technology

Challenge

Agronomists face constant challenges in the field, such as optimizing pesticide use, selecting the most suitable crop varieties for different regions, and managing production amid climate uncertainties and pest and disease resistance. These issues compromise productivity and increase operational costs

Results

With DigiFarmz, Fabrício Brajak, agronomist and technical business consultant at Agrotec, successfully reduced pesticide use in soybean fields by 20% without compromising yield. Additionally, identifying the most suitable cultivars led to an increase of 8 more bags per hectare compared to the previous season. More precise pest control contributed to healthier crops and reduced losses.

"We are now in our fourth year using DigiFarmz, working with large commercial areas in the region, and DigiFarmz has been essential in improving control levels and farmers' decision-making. It has been crucial in positioning products at the right time. More than just suggesting products, DigiFarmz tells us the exact moment of application, which is fundamental for success."

Fabrício Brajak

Agronomist

Challenge

Agronomists work directly in the field, supporting farmers in making strategic decisions to optimize productivity and reduce costs. Among the main challenges are the need to optimize pesticide applications, choose the best crop varieties for each region, and manage production amid climate uncertainties and pest and disease resistance.

Solution

To address these challenges, many farmers and agronomists have turned to DigiFarmz Cropper, a tool that provides personalized recommendations based on precise agronomic data. The platform transforms data into strategic actions, enabling more accurate decision-making and better results in the field.

Practical Benefits

Fabrício Brajak, agronomist and technical business consultant at Agrotec, supports multiple farmers and has been using DigiFarmz Cropper to optimize field decisions. In a soybean field, he adjusted fungicide applications, reducing pesticide use by 20% without compromising yield, promoting a more sustainable and cost-effective approach. Additionally, by identifying the best-adapted cultivars for the region, he helped increase productivity by 8 more bags per hectare compared to the previous season.

Another key benefit was pest control. With data provided by DigiFarmz Cropper, Fabrício determined the optimal timing for pesticide applications, resulting in healthier crops and fewer losses from caterpillars and stink bugs.

Conclusion

DigiFarmz Cropper has proven to be an essential tool for agronomists like Fabrício Brajak, who aim to optimize field decisions. By delivering data-driven recommendations, the platform contributes to higher productivity and cost reduction, offering smart solutions to the challenges of modern agriculture.