Orbit
Field scouting app supporting real-time crop monitoring
Description
Orbit is a field scouting app that supports real-time crop monitoring by making use of satellite-based remote sensing. Orbit’s easy-to-use interface, 24/7 expert support and cutting-edge technologies allow farmers to manage risks and optimize production. The main functions of the application include: remote crop monitoring; comparisons with neighbours' yield potentials; irrigation advice;variable rate application; 24/7 expert agronomist access. Farmers can be kept informed about their fields and supported in making data-backed decisions. This agriculturally-oriented application utilizes satellite imagery also for the early identification and mitigation of such issues as nutrient deficiencies and irrigation anomalies. It amalgamates technology and agronomy, resulting in a app that supports risk management and optimized production by delivering critical data directly to farmers and agronomists, ensuring the integration of data-driven decisions into agricultural practices.
Technology
The Orbit app is available from the Apple App and Google Play Stores. It employs advanced satellite imagery technology coupled with remote sensing in support of daily crop monitoring. Utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics, the app interprets satellite image data to deliver crucial insights on such issues as health, while also creating moisture maps, assisting problematic field spot detection , and variable rate application. Farmers are thus supported in the effective and efficient management of their crops.
Target
The users of the Orbit Field Scout for Farming are primarily farmers, and other links in the agri-food chain (FMCG companies procuring crops for food processing), agri-input providers (seed, crop protection and fertilizer companies), and public institutions.
Business model
Orbit operates on a fee-for-service business model, with a basic version that is valid for 3 years and a pro version that is valid for a maximum of 1 year offering such enhanced features as 10x better imagery quality, approximately 20 satellite imagery updates per month, customized irrigation scheduling, and access to 24/7 expert agronomist support, providing users with scalable options to match their varying agricultural needs.
Impact
Orbit contributes to the reduction of crop loss and optimization of production by supporting the early detection of potential issues, efficient farm management and strategic planning based on data-driven insights and recommendations. Through its comparative yield analysis, irrigation advice and 24/7 expert support features, among others, it empowers farmers in making informed decisions that enhance yield, thereby contributing to increased food production and sustainability in agriculture.
Four Betters
Better production
Better environment
