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Briefing
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- Plantix – Image recognition app developed by agriculture startup Progressive Environmental and Agricultural Technologies (PEAT) can automatically identify and provide treatment advice for more than 240 plant pests and diseases from images sent using smartphone
- Machine Learning Technique – Powered by NVIDIA graphics processing units (GPUs), app continuously learns as more images are uploaded to database, with users sending 5,000 pictures per day
- Community Advice – Offers access to advice on crop cultivation, disease control, and best practices through community forum
- Weather Forecasts – Also provides detailed forecasts and weather data, including precipitation, humidity, air pressure, temperature, and wind speed
- Availability – Currently available in Germany, Brazil, India, and North Africa, with potential to expand to other countries in future
- Next Steps – Make software available on drones, agriculture equipment and greenhouses so farmers can automate process and respond to issues earlier
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