The ASIMOV-HAWKS team, led by Dr. Jose Ildefonso U. Rubrico, showcased their HAWKS AI technology at the Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week symposium in SOCCSKSARGEN. This AI-powered decision support system aims to revolutionize agricultural practices, specifically in crop management and disease detection.
Traditional methods of detecting crop diseases are often labor-intensive and hazardous, prompting the need for automation. HAWKS AI utilizes drones equipped with cameras to capture real-time visuals for crop monitoring and disease identification. This technology is particularly relevant to the Philippines' banana industry, which has faced challenges like Panama disease and rising production costs.
ASIMOV-HAWKS is part of the Department of Science and Technology's broader AI and robotics initiatives, funded by the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD). The symposium also included discussions on precision farming and innovations in food products. For further details, videos of the event are available on the National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week's Facebook page.
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