Assistance in Drone Operation with the Kedaireka Team in Polewali Mandar for Research on ‘Computer Vision Applications for Detecting Pests and Diseases in Cocoa Plants’

The Kedaireka team recently conducted a collaborative program in Polewali Mandar, providing guidance on drone operations to support research on computer vision applications for detecting pests and diseases in cocoa plants. This initiative is part of an effort to integrate advanced technology into agriculture, aiming to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of crop monitoring. By utilizing drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and artificial intelligence algorithms, the team demonstrated how this innovative approach could identify early signs of infestation or disease. The program not only highlighted the practical applications of drone technology but also emphasized the importance of sustainable practices in cocoa farming, fostering knowledge transfer between researchers and local communities.