What is SARAI?

Project SARAI (Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry) aims to craft crop advisories which are targeted for rice, corn, banana, coconut, coffee, cacao, sugarcane, soybean, and tomato. The crop advisories focus on integrating local weather data and drought forecast with farm management activities, specifically nutrient and water management, and proactive pest and disease monitoring.

Smart Farming

Smart farming is the use of technology, such as sensors, data analytics, and automation, to optimize agricultural practices. It involves monitoring and managing farm activities in real-time to increase efficiency, reduce resource waste, improve yields, and make farming more sustainable by leveraging tools like precision agriculture, drones, and artificial intelligence.

Farming & Weather

In farming, weather is a big part of every decision. From planting to harvesting and everything in between, knowing the weather helps farmers do their job well. As weather patterns keep changing, When farmers use weather information, they can grow healthy crops and help feed our communities. That’s why understanding the weather isn’t just helpful—it’s essential

Sec. Solidum talks about SARAI

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A𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐊𝐚𝐍𝐚 𝐁𝐚? | Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. underscored the role of Project SARAI (Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry in the Philippines) in advancing climate-resilient and science-based farming practices in the country.

Funded by DOST through the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD), Project SARAI is being implemented by the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) in partnership with state universities and colleges (SUCs) and national government agencies (NGAs).

The initiative equips farmers with data-driven tools, predictive models, and location-specific strategies to increase agricultural productivity while minimizing the risks posed by climate change and environmental degradation.

Secretary Solidum called on Caraganons and the broader farming community to actively participate in fostering smarter agriculture, highlighting the importance of integrating scientific knowledge and innovation in local farming systems to secure a more sustainable future.
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