Crop selection

Abstract

Agriculture has proven to be the most effective and efficient economic activity in many developing countries, contributing to economic growth. However, it faces numerous challenges that hinder productivity. Improving productivity necessitates both efficient approaches for selecting suitable crops for cultivation and adherence to the technical itineraries of crops. While the technical itineraries for most crops are well-known, choosing the best crops before commencing agricultural activities remains challenging for farmers, primarily due to the many factors and uncertainties involved. Various research studies have proposed techniques to assist farmers at this early stage. This paper examines the specific methods employed, the different factors at play, the sources and nature of data, and the overall performance achieved in each study. The outcomes of this research reveal trends and provide insights into potential future work in crop selection and rotation. These findings can contribute to developing improved crop selection systems by proposing suitable techniques and identifying crucial parameters.

Keywords

• Agriculture
• Crop selection methods
• Literature review
• Optimization algorithm
• Decision support systems