Hyderabad Horticulture University to lead with AI and IoT in farming

Hyderabad: Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticulture University in Hyderabad is set to become India’s first university to use advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) for plant and flower research. This groundbreaking initiative aims to help farmers predict crop yields and detect diseases in fruits, flowers, and vegetables.

The university plans to establish a dedicated laboratory at its Mulugu campus to support this project. At a recent workshop, experts from India and Japan, including Takashi Watanabe from Kumamoto University, discussed the use of geographical information systems (GIS) for studying plant resources worldwide.

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Vice-Chancellor Danda Raji Reddy shared that IoT will play a key role in their research, enabling precise mapping and monitoring of horticultural crops through GIS and remote sensing. These technologies will provide real-time data for better plant health management.

The university is also working on DNA fingerprinting and genome sequencing of important crops like fruits, vegetables, and medicinal plants. This will improve pest and disease management and deepen understanding of plant genetics. Additionally, AI models using machine learning and deep learning will optimize plant growth and predict challenges.

By integrating these technologies, the university aims to revolutionize horticulture, offering farmers cutting-edge tools to improve crop management and boost productivity.