Field Testing at Midnapore with Nitrate and Pesticide Sensor

As part of our community outreach activities and technology dissemination efforts, we conducted field testing and a farmer awareness program at Shiromani village, Midnapore, India, on 22nd March 2025. A poster was presented in front of 30 farmers, spreading awareness about the do’s and don’ts of using nitrogen-based fertilizers and pesticides. We successfully interacted with the farmers, emphasizing the importance of regular soil and water quality checks and educating them about the health hazards associated with nitrate and pesticide contamination. Through discussions and demonstrations, we highlighted the long-term impact of excessive nitrogen-based fertilizers and harmful pesticides on environmental and human health. Additionally, different soil and water samples were collected for onsite testing with our pesticide and nitrate sensing device. We demonstrated the device to the farmers, and they appreciated its performance, accuracy, and user-friendliness, recognizing its potential to help them make informed decisions for sustainable farming practices

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