As climate change, soil degradation, and water shortages threaten global agriculture, scientists are fighting back with innovation. Meet PlantVoice – a tiny bio-sensor dubbed the ‘toothpick’ that could transform how farmers protect crops and save resources. 🔍
Inserted directly into plants, this device monitors chemical and physiological changes in real time, acting like an electrocardiogram for crops. AI then deciphers the data, alerting farmers via smartphone about issues like dehydration or nutrient deficiencies days before visible symptoms appear. 🌾💡
“Imagine saving 40% of water on 200 acres of land,” says co-founder Matteo Beccatelli. The sensor analyzes sap flow to optimize irrigation, fertilizer use, and pest control – a game-changer for sustainable farming. 📉💧
Developed in Italy and featured by RAZOR, PlantVoice aims to slash resource waste while boosting yields. With agriculture consuming 70% of global freshwater, this tech couldn’t arrive at a better time. 🌍✨
