Description
The AgAssist app is a free mobile crop protection advisory app that delivers regionally personalised agronomic recommendations and weather-based alerts. It serves farmers and agronomists by offering up-to-date phytosanitary product references, spraying advice, and real-time weather alerts. The solution addresses challenges in safe and compliant crop protection applications, planning interventions based on weather risks, and improving decision-making in plant protection.
Technology
AgAssist operates via a cloud-based platform accessed through a mobile app (iOS/Android). Users configure crop types and geo-location to receive real-time weather forecasts, customizable spraying alerts, regulatory guides, and product catalogues. The app works fully offline and includes a geolocation-based spray assistant, agronomic advice and news updates.
Target
The AgAssist app serves a wide range of users, including farm advisors, small to large-scale farmers, and cooperatives. It offers regulatory and agronomic guidance adapted to local conditions. Users benefit from offline access in field conditions and personalized alerts tailored to their crops and region.
Business model
The AgAssist App is offered completely free to users, with no subscription or fees required.
Impact
AgAssist App aims to aid farmers in conducting crop protection activities more safely and effectively. It supports compliance with regional regulations, optimizes spraying timing to match weather conditions, reduces application errors, and enhances decision-making through targeted advice.
Four Betters
Better production
Better environment
