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Why was TraCEREAL initiatedCyprus faces a multitude of challenges related to food security, health, nutrition, and sustainability. These issues stem from factors such as a growing population, the impacts of climate change, water scarcity, and limited local food production, which result in a fragile cereal supply chain that is highly reliant on imports. This dependency makes the cereal supply chain susceptible to disruptions caused by external factors, and highlights the need for effective solutions to enhance its resilience. One potential strategy for bolstering resilience is to increase local cereal production and reduce reliance on imports. However, this approach encounters limitations due to Cyprus' own water scarcity, limited arable land, and insufficient agricultural technologies. Given these constraints, there is a clear need for a comprehensive approach to optimize Cyprus' cereal supply chain, with a primary focus on building resilience rather than just efficiency.
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Blockchain technologyThe TraCEREAL project is dedicated to investigating how Blockchain technology, in conjunction with advanced IoT capabilities, can contribute to the establishment of resilient supply-chain operations within Cyprus. The project's objective is to develop and showcase a functional prototype system composed an intelligent algorithmic framework, seamlessly integrated with IoT technology, that can assist policymakers and industry stakeholders in constructing more resilient cereal supply chains tailored to the specific needs of Cyprus.
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can sensors optimize Cereals’ yield?Sensors play a crucial role in smart agriculture, enabling farmers to monitor and manage their crops more effectively, efficiently, and sustainably. Here are some ways sensors can be used in smart agriculture:
Soil Moisture Sensors: Measure soil moisture levels, helping farmers optimize irrigation systems and reduce water waste. Temperature and Humidity Sensors: Monitor temperature and humidity levels to detect potential diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies in crops. Optimized fertilizer application: Fertilizer sensors can measure the exact amount of nutrients in the soil, enabling farmers to apply the right amount of fertilizer at the right time, reducing waste and environmental pollution. Yield prediction: By analyzing soil nutrient levels and other environmental factors, fertilizer sensors can help predict crop yields, enabling farmers to make informed decisions about fertilizer application and other agricultural practices. |
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The Project is funded by the European Union Recovery and Resilience Facility of the NextGenerationEU instrument, through the Research and Innovation Foundation. CODEVELOP-AG-SH-HE/0823/0133
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