Desarrollo de un prototipo de agricultura inteligente basado en IoT para la empresa “Alimentos especiales procesados C.A.”

Abstract

Within the agricultural context of our country, most farmers are small-scale, and companies lack the technological tools to carry out efficient farming, whether due to a lack of knowledge or the high costs of implementation. The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the agricultural sector by offering advanced tools for crop monitoring and management. Furthermore, the automation enabled by IoT enhances the efficiency of irrigation systems and reduces resource wastage, contributing to sustainability and productivity in modern agriculture. This study proposes the design of an IoT-based prototype for greenhouse monitoring, specifically for the company "Alimentos Especiales Procesados C.A (ALEPROCA)." The system utilizes IoT devices to measure temperature and relative humidity in each greenhouse, presenting the data graphically through a web portal. The primary objective is to achieve accurate monitoring of temperature and humidity levels, aiming to enhance agricultural production and facilitate decision-making by those in charge. For the prototype's development and implementation, a three-layer IoT architecture was applied. To promote more sustainable practices and efficiently utilize natural resources, solar panels were integrated, ensuring the prototype's self-sustainability. To verify the proposal's effectiveness, the prototype was implemented in two ALEPROCA greenhouses. Feedback was gathered from the in-charge personnel via surveys, thereby evaluating the system's functionality, efficiency, and satisfaction it brings to the company's agricultural context. Preliminary results indicate that the prototype allows for precise monitoring of temperature and humidity levels, thereby reducing labor requirements and water consumption. This promotes more sustainable practices, ensuring efficient resource utilization and environmental preservation.