Seed Dropping Drone

R. Siva Rama Krishna*
Periodicity:July - September'2024

Abstract

Drone technology is increasingly being used for large-scale reforestation and precision agriculture through seed dropping techniques. This approach involves covering seeds with biodegradable coconut scrub, a natural material that acts as a protective coating. The coconut scrub helps retain moisture, shields the seed from pests, and promotes better integration into the soil, enhancing the chances of successful germination. By utilizing drones with specialized seed-dispensing mechanisms, seeds can be distributed over vast areas, including remote and challenging terrains, with high precision and consistency. This significantly reduces the labor, time, and costs associated with traditional planting methods. The coconut scrub coating serves multiple functions: it safeguards the seed during the aerial drop, facilitates moisture retention, and eventually decomposes, adding organic matter to the soil. The drone-based system can be programmed to follow specific flight paths, ensuring targeted seeding in degraded or hard-to-access regions. This method not only increases the survival rate of seeds but also supports ecological restoration efforts, aiding in combatting deforestation and promoting sustainable land management practices. Integrating drone technology with the use of coconut scrub-coated seeds presents a scalable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solution to enhance reforestation initiatives and improve agricultural productivity in a sustainable manner

Keywords

Drone technology, Seed spraying, Deforestation, Coconut fiber coat.

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