Description
Pochva A is a portal that facilitates agrochemical soil analysis. The system introduces an online application submission process for agrochemical soil analysis, allowing farmers to request evaluations of their agricultural sites. Through this digital interface, farmers can also conveniently check the results of the agrochemical soil analysis, conducted at soil and agrochemical stations under the State Design Institute for Land Management "Kyrgyzgiprozem," once the soil samples are delivered to sample collection points. The platform provides guidance on soil sampling and submission, and it offers free access to soil health data. Additionally, Pochva A offers analytics on soil health and the number of analyses conducted per region.
Technology
Pochva A is a web-based portal where users can register and apply for agrochemical soil analysis. The users can also obtain the results of the soil analysis through the platform. Soil test results are geo-referenced and displayed on an interactive map, which shows the condition of soil health in various regions. Additionally, the platform incorporates basic data analytics to process and present trends in soil health across the country.
Target
The primary users of Pochva A are farmers that would like to conduct an agrochemical soil analysis that is crucial in assessment of the overall condition of sown areas and facilitating the selection of tailored nutrition plans for crops. Government entities and civil society organizations can also use the open data to monitor soil health and develop informed policies and programs that support sustainable soil management.
Business model
The soil map can be accessed freely on the Pochva A platform. The soil analysis service is paid.
Impact
Pochva A streamlines the process of applying for agrochemical soil analysis and obtaining results online, reducing the time and effort required for farmers to get soil assessments. The platform also contributes to improved soil health monitoring at a national level by making data freely accessible, which supports government entities and civil society organizations in developing policies and programs aimed at soil conservation and sustainable land use.
Four Betters
Better production
