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International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD)
Special Issue on Emerging Trends and Innovations in Web-Based Applications and Technologies
Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com e-ISSN: 2456 – 6470

AgroConnect: Developing a Comprehensive App for

Plant Health, Disease Management, and Food Productivity

Miss. Ananya Khara , Miss. Bhumika Parate , Prof. Anupam Chaube
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1,2,3 Department of Science and Technology,
1,2,3 G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

ABSTRACT where a large portion of the population depends on farming
This review paper examines the challenges and for their livelihood. Despite the critical role of agriculture in
opportunities in the food supply chain, focusing on building ensuring food security and economic stability, farmers face
relationships, trust, leveraging technology, reducing numerous challenges that impede productivity and
intermediaries, improving logistics, and encouraging sustainability. These challenges include limited access to
collaboration. It highlights the need for greater agricultural knowledge, inefficient disease management
transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in the supply practices, suboptimal resource utilization, and a lack of
chain and suggests potential avenues for future research. understanding about soil composition and nutrients, which
The paper also proposes an application to connect farmers can lead to poor crop yields.
and retailers, providing regional languages and allowing
farmers to share their experiences, techniques, and In many rural areas, language barriers further exacerbate
these challenges, as farmers may not be proficient in the
knowledge about fertilizers and pesticides. Agriculture is official or widely used languages in agricultural sectors,
crucial for a developing economy like India, with the limiting their ability to access modern agricultural tools,
majority of its population relying on it for income. Data
mining can efficiently predict crop yields, but farmers often information, and best practices. Moreover, the food supply
chain in these regions is often characterized by inefficiencies,
lack knowledge about soil nutrients and composition, a lack of transparency, and the involvement of multiple
leading to minimal yield. A system has been developed that intermediaries that reduce profits for farmers and increase
uses macronutrients (NPK) to provide suitable crop
suggestions. The paper also proposes an application costs for consumers.
connecting farmers and retailers, focusing on agriculture in Data-driven solutions, such as data mining and predictive
developing economies like India. analytics, have the potential to assist farmers by providing

insights into optimal crop choices, effective disease
KEYWORDS: Technology, Communication, Agriculture management strategies, and more efficient resource use.
production, India, Farmers, NPK, K Neighbor algorithm, However, the lack of digital literacy and internet connectivity
Connection in rural areas often limits the adoption and effectiveness of
such technologies.
I. INTRODUCTION
In recent years, the agricultural sector has faced AgroConnect is developed as an innovative mobile platform
unprecedented challenges, including climate change, aimed at overcoming these challenges. It integrates
population growth, and the need for sustainable practices. As technology, local language support, data analytics, and
the global demand for food continues to rise, innovative community engagement to provide farmers with real-time,
solutions are essential to enhance productivity while actionable information. However, several issues remain:
minimizing environmental impact. AgroConnect, a 1. Language Barriers: How can AgroConnect effectively
pioneering initiative, aims to bridge the gap between bridge communication gaps caused by regional language
traditional agricultural practices and modern technological differences to ensure all farmers can fully engage with
advancements. This research paper explores the and benefit from the platform?
multifaceted dimensions of AgroConnect, focusing on its role
in promoting sustainable agriculture through the integration 2. Limited Technology Adoption: How can AgroConnect
of digital tools, data analytics, and community engagement. enhance digital literacy and facilitate the adoption of
new technologies, particularly in rural regions with low
This paper will delve into the methodologies employed by internet connectivity?
AgroConnect, the impact of its initiatives on local farming
communities, and the potential for scalability in diverse 3. Disease and Resource Management: How can
agricultural contexts. Through a comprehensive analysis, we AgroConnect provide real-time, accurate disease
aim to highlight the significance of AgroConnect in fostering diagnostics, and resource optimization
resilience within the agricultural sector and contributing to recommendations to farmers with varying levels of
global food security. Ultimately, this research seeks to expertise and access to technology?
provide insights into how technology-driven solutions can 4. Scalability and Customization: How can AgroConnect
transform agriculture into a more sustainable and efficient be tailored to meet the specific needs of different
industry, ensuring a better future for generations to come. regions, crops, and farming practices, ensuring that the
II. Problem Statement system is scalable and adaptable to a wide range of
Agriculture is a cornerstone of the economy in many agricultural contexts?
developing countries, particularly in regions like India,

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