AI-ENABLED FRAMEWORK FOR INTELLIGENT DATE FARMING IN SMART AGRICULTURE

Abstract

Agriculture is the backbone of the economies of many countries globally, contributing significantly to food security and poverty eradication in the nation. It not only provides sustenance but also feeds various industries raw materials like textiles, pharmaceuticals, and fuel production. Date cultivation is significant in Saudi Arabia's agriculture. It is one of the major pillars of the nation's agriculture and makes a significant contribution to the nation's economy, thus becoming one of the global leading producers of dates. Diseases that have the capability to destroy date palm groves and limit harvests considerably are among the most crucial challenges. Diseases can be major contributors to economic losses through harming both local consumption and global exports. Disease diagnosis via conventional methods is complicated and unreliable. The unstable climate of Saudi Arabia also contributes to the challenge of the date farmers. In order to overcome these challenges, the suggested AI-based system that utilizes cutting-edge technologies like computer vision and deep learning provides an apparent solution. The technique can help with early treatment and intervention by rapidly and accurately identifying disease in date crops via computer vision algorithms. In addition, its capability to process huge amounts of environmental data collected through sensors and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAVs) allows for precise predictions and knowledge-based crop management decisions. 6G technology integration can ensure ultra-fast and secure connectivity, allowing smooth communication between the system and internet of things (IoT) sensors. This will enable the system to gather real-time information on different environmental and agricultural parameters, including temperature, humidity, and soil water levels, which may affect date crop health. Thus, by bringing together and putting in place cutting-edge technologies, we can reinvent the agriculture sector in an entirely new and revolutionary manner.