The green sprayer introduced in India halves the amount of pesticides used by farmers

Jan 4, 2012 15:02 GMT  ·  By
Innovative sprayer powered by solar panels is attached to a helmet worn by workers
   Innovative sprayer powered by solar panels is attached to a helmet worn by workers

A new solar and battery powered device is expected to improve the lives of financially-challenged farmers from India. David Raja Beleau, the assistant director of Horticulture Kadayam, has decided to revolutionize agriculture by implementing a few beneficial changes.

Farmers from developing countries often rely on centuries-old methods to water their crops, Greendiary informs.

So far, they were forced to carry around a heavy sack that had to be constantly filled with water and pesticides. However, things are about to change as Beleau has improved the system, counting on the benefits of clean, green solar power.

The new device used to water crops depends on a battery attached to a solar panel, representing a greener alternative to the fuel engines powering its predecessors.

No fuel means no harmful emissions will reach the atmosphere. The newly-tested invention could definitely improve agricultural practices.

Also, the solar-powered sprayer is already praised by poor farmers, due to its monetary advantages. Since fuel prices go through the roof nowadays, affordable solar-powered appliances are considered a gold mine by workers with a low income.

If the 12 volt 7 amp battery is fully charged, the device can function for up to 8 hours. Even under these circumstances, if the battery fails to provide enough power, the existing solar panels attached to a helmet worn by workers can be considered a viable source of renewable power.

A major plus is that the improved design makes the sack on the sprayer lighter, therefore easier to be moved from one place to another both by men and women.

Moreover, the solar-powered sprayer is considered a precious tool, seeking to improve crop quality by halving the amount of harmful pesticides usually required.

The innovative technique increases the profit margins obtained by poor farmers and improves the quality of fresh food we purchase and enjoy on a daily basis.