Nutrient management is critical to achieving sustainable agricultural productivity and food security. Technological innovations have increasingly reshaped how nutrients are applied, monitored, and utilized in crops and soil, thereby improving efficiency and reducing environmental impacts. The integration of technology into nutrient management practices has revolutionized agriculture by enhancing efficiency, precision and sustainability. These strategies focus on optimizing nutrient availability, minimizing losses through leaching or runoff, and improving nutrient uptake efficiency in crops. Technological advancements, such as real-time soil health monitoring, customized fertilizer applications, and the use of bio-stimulants, have further revolutionized nutrient management practices. By promoting efficient nutrient cycling and reducing environmental degradation, enhanced nutrient management strategies contribute to higher yields, better soil health, and long-term agricultural sustainability. These strategies are essential to meeting future food security challenges while maintaining the ecological balance of farming systems.
Soil health, Precision nutrient Management, Remote sensing, Automation and Robotics
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