In agriculture, traditionally reliant on manual labour, modern technology is unlocking new possibilities. Soft robotic grippers for crop harvesting offer precision and gentleness, surpassing conventional machinery. UAV-borne hyperspectral imaging for saline soil identification revolutionizes soil management, while digital twins in agricultural machinery optimize performance and reduce downtime. Technological advances are also re-shaping food preservation and resource management. Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) extend food shelf life while ensuring safety. Cold press processing of oilseeds promotes healthier and sustainable oil extraction methods. Ground penetrating radar (GPR) for groundwater level estimation provides crucial insights for water management, especially in drought-prone areas. Mobile and digital innovations enable precise f ield management. Deep learning-based mobile apps for pest and disease detection empower farmers to protect crops proactively. Variable rate technology for site specific nutrient management enhances yields and minimizes waste. Optimized deep learning algorithms for embedded systems democratize advanced analytics, making hi-tech solutions accessible. In the food industry, non-conventional heat transfer fluids (NCHTFs) improve processing efficiency, while magnetic field-based preservation techniques ensure food quality without chemicals. In water management, the Water Accounting Plus Framework (WA+) aids in sustainable resource assessment. Advanced technologies enhance agricultural and environmental research. The SWAT model helps estimate runoff in the Upper Nile Basin, addressing water flows and climate change impacts. Machine learning algorithms for evapotranspiration estimation refine irrigation management, conserving resources. Agricultural ergonomics is evolving with AI-enabled posture assessment, enhancing worker productivity and safety. This integration of artificial intelligence supports crop production and the well-being of industry workers. This book highlights these innovations, offering a comprehensive guide for researchers, developers, and policy-makers. Embracing these technologies positions nations as leaders in sustainable, technology-driven agriculture, ensuring productivity and resilience against global challenges
Dr. (Er.) A. K. Mishra, FIE, FISTA, FCAPA has more than 30 years of illustrious career spanning since 1995-2024. He is having vast experience of working in the area of Natural Resources Management in different parts of the country including the NEH region. Prof. (Er.) Mishra has guided 8 M. Tech. and 6 Ph. D. research scholars in different areas of Soil Water Conservation Engineering/NRM. Prof. (Er.) Mishra has published extensively in the journals of National/ International repute and also has authored 8 books. Currently Prof. (Er.) Mishra is providing guidance to a large number of students (B. Tech. /M. Tech. /Ph. D.) in Agricultural Engineering as Professor, Division of Agricultural Engineering, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi (India).
Dr. (Er.) P. K. Sahoo, FIE, FISAE is leading the Division of Agricultural Engineering, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi as a Head since almost two and a half years.Dr. (Er.) Sahoo completed his graduation and master’s degrees in Agricultural Engineering from the Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar and obtained his Doctorate in the area of specialization of Farm Power and Machinery from ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. Dr. (Er.) Sahoo has more than 5 Patents/Technologies to his credit. Dr. Sahoo has guided several M. Tech. and Ph.D. scholars in the area of Farm Power and Machinery as well as Process and Food Engineering specializations of Agricultural Engineering. Dr. Sahoo is also the Secretary General of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers, New Delhi.
Er. Sripriyanka S Nalla did her B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering during 2014-2018 and M.Tech. (Agri. Engg.) in the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering during 2018-2020 from University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur. She has qualified ICAR- JRF with 20th All India Rank. She has an experience in the field of teaching for two years in the Department of Renewable Energy Engineering at UAS, Raichur. She has qualified ASRB-NET (2023) conducted by National Testing Agency. Currently, she is pursuing Ph.D. in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi by qualifying SRF conducted by AICE-SRF-2022 (PGS) exam conducted by National Testing Agency.
Er. Shaik Nasreen did her B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering in 2017 from ANGRAU, Bapatla and M.Tech. (Agri. Engg.) in the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering in 2021 from GBPUAT, Pantnagar. She has qualified ICAR- JRF with 35th All India Rank. She has an experience in the field of teaching for three years in the Department of Agricultural Engineering. She is a lifetime member of Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi by qualifying SRF conducted by AICE-SRF-2022 (PGS) exam conducted by National Testing Agency.
1 Soft Robotic Grippers for Crop Harvesting ............................................1 Sripriyanka S Nalla, Roaf Ahmad Parray and T.K. Khura
2 Applications of Covalent Organic Framework in Food Preservation ..................................................................................21 Poornima K.R. and Sangeeta Chopra
3 UAV Borne Hyperspectral Imaging for Saline Soil Identification .................................................................................39 Pooja Sakthi Rama S., D.K. Singh and A.K. Mishra
4 Digital Twins in Agriculture Machinery ...............................................61 Shaik Nasreen, Roaf Ahmad Parray and P.K. Sahoo
5 Cold Press Processing of Oilseeds .......................................................81 Wagh Muktabai Dinesh, Arun Kumar T.V and P.K. Sahoo
6 Ground Penetrating Radar Based Groundwater Level Estimation ..................................................................................93 Chaubey S. and A.K. Mishra
7 Innovative Mobile Applications for Agricultural Pest and Disease Detection Based on Deep Learning .........................111 Gaddamwar Rohit Bhojyareddy and P.K. Sahoo
8 Non-Conventional Heat Transfer Fluids (NCHTFs) for the Food Industry ...........................................................................133 Ajay Kumar and A.K. Mishra
9 Application of SWAT Model for Estimating Runoff in Upper Nile River Basin ......................................................................155 Bharath G., A.K. Mishra and Murtza Hasan
10 Variable Rate Technology Based Site-Specific Nutrients Management ........................................................................173 Shubham Chaudhary, Tapan Kumar Khura and P.K. Sahoo
11 Magnetic Field in Food Preservation ..................................................203 Juhi Ranjan, A.K. Mishra and Sangeeta Chopra
12 Water Accounting Plus Framework (WA+) for Water Resources Availability Assessment ...........................................221 Preeti Choudhary and A.K. Mishra
13 Optimized Deep Learning Algorithms for Embedded Systems in Agriculture ........................................................................247 Abhishek Pandey, A.K. Mishra and P.K. Sahoo
14 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enabled Posture Assessment in Agricultural Ergonomics .................................................................285 Uday Kiran M., A.K. Mishra and Satish D Lande
15 Application of Machine Learning Algorithm for Estimation of Evapotranspiration ........................................................301 Prashant Shukla, A.K. Mishra and D.K. Singh
