The revolution of automation in potted plant cultivation

The cultivation of potted plants, whether for ornamental, vegetable, or indoor plants, is undergoing a technological transformation that promises unprecedented efficiency and quality. According to Hervin Guerrero, a Venezuelan engineer specializing in horticulture, intelligent automation is the driving force behind this revolution. Moisture sensors and automated fertigation systems allow each plant to receive exactly the amount of water and nutrients it needs, optimizing growth and reducing waste. Furthermore, intelligent greenhouses continuously adjust temperature, humidity, ventilation, and LED lighting, creating ideal conditions for each species, without relying on constant intervention from the grower. In this context, he states that technology also extends to the physical handling of plants. Robots perform the delicate and rapid transplanting of seedlings and moving of pots, decreasing the need for manual labor and reducing plant stress. Artificial vision systems constantly ...