Soil Analysis and Fertilizer Recommendation System using Machine Learning

Anjani Suputri Devi D.*, Suneetha Eluri**, Sasi Rekha D.***, Chinnam Sabitha****, Kishore Kumar M.*****, Sree Rama Kumari P. V. V.******
*,*** Sasi Institute of Technology and Engineering, Andhra Pradesh, India.
** Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India.
**** Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation, Vaddeswaram, Andhra Pradesh, India.
***** Aditya College of Engineering & Technology, Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh, India.
****** Ideal Institute of Technology, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Periodicity:October - December'2025
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jcom.13.3.22354

Abstract

Agriculture is a growing field of research. In particular, crop prediction in agriculture is critical and is chiefly contingent upon soil and environmental conditions, including rainfall, humidity, and temperature. In the past, farmers were able to decide on the crop to be cultivated, monitor its growth, and determine when it could be harvested. Today, rapid changes in environmental conditions have made it difficult for the farming community to continue doing so. The existing system aims to investigate the use of machine learning techniques in crop prediction for agriculture, where environmental conditions play a critical role. Efficient feature selection methods are employed to preprocess raw data into a computable dataset, and only relevant features are included to ensure high precision and reduce redundancies. The proposed system aims to utilize a combination of machine learning algorithms to enhance crop prediction capabilities. The system employs a feed-forward backward propagation neural network to analyze soil data captured at different times, distances, and illumination levels, enabling precise assessment of soil conditions. Additionally, the system utilizes the k-nearest neighbor's algorithm to determine suitable fertilizers for various crops, ensuring optimal nutrient supply. Furthermore, the random forest algorithm is employed to predict crop yield based on a range of factors, facilitating accurate estimations for agricultural planning and decision-making. The integrated machine learning approach enhances crop yield prediction accuracy and increases productivity.

Keywords

Agriculture, Soil, Environment, Fertilizers Crop Yield, K Nearest Neighbor, Random Forest.

How to Cite this Article?

Devi, D. A. S., Eluri, S., Rekha, D. S., Sabitha, C., Kumar, M. K., and Kumari, P. V. V. S. R. (2025). Soil Analysis and Fertilizer Recommendation System using Machine Learning. i-manager’s Journal on Computer Science, 13(3), 36-48. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcom.13.3.22354

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