Drone Operation Agriculture Sprayer In The Paddy Field

Abstract

The agricultural sector is very promising; yet, it now has various challenges, one of which is the shortage of labor for farming. Extreme weather conditions, insufficient supplies, improper fertilizer application, infections, illnesses, allergies, and other health complications resulting from chemical treatments (fungicides, pesticides, insecticides, etc.) or bites from insects or animals are other challenges. Drones have shown to be an effective method for rapid and non-invasive assessment of air quality, soil physical properties, and crop development, hence addressing several challenges in agriculture via the use of sustainable ICTs. Consequently, farmers are using advanced drone technology to address these challenges swiftly and efficiently. Drones may collect data on several subjects, such as agricultural yields, animal health, soil quality, nutrient evaluations, meteorological patterns, and precipitation totals. Nonetheless, there is a lack of research addressing the benefits of drone use among rice farmers in Malaysia. This study seeks to determine the parameters influencing Malaysian paddy farmers' use of drones. This study gathers data from interviews with 10 addy farmers who own agricultural drones to achieve this purpose. Farmers have been chosen from Tanjung Karang to Sabak Bernam, where paddy agriculture is thriving, particularly in Selangor, Malaysia. Government agencies may subsequently use the findings from this study and local authorities to delineate recommendations for paddy farmers on the benefits of using drones in rice cultivation. Additionally, the government might explore methods to assist farmers financially in acquiring additional drones.