Fighting moniliasis in Orellana with sensors and PWA for sustainable agriculture

• Published in: Bionatura Journal 2024-03, Vol.9 (1), p.1-16
• Main Authors: Urquizo, Jessica, Jiménez, Mirtha, Aguilar, Pedro, Chango, Wilson
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• ISSN: 3020-7886; 3020-7886
• DOI: 10.21931/RB/2024.09.01.5

The primary objective of this research was to enhance cocoa production and quality in tropical countries, such as Latin America and Africa, where cocoa cultivation plays a pivotal role in the economy of rural communities. The primary challenge addressed in this study was moniliasis, a fungal disease that affects cocoa fruits and leads to a significant decline in crop production and quality. A multidisciplinary approach was employed to tackle this issue, combining sensors, MongoDB Compass databases, Progressive Web Applications (PWAs), and predictive models. A research methodology incorporating predictive analysis techniques, particularly the logistic regression method, was utilized to achieve early detection and efficient management of moniliasis. Data collection instruments included sensors monitoring vital environmental factors like humidity and temperature alongside MongoDB Compass databases for storing and managing the gathered data. Furthermore, a PWA was developed for real-time data collection and analysis. The results of implementing this sensor-based tool in cocoa cultivation were highly effective. Early detection of moniliasis allowed for more precise preventive and corrective measures, resulting in a significant improvement in cocoa production and quality. These results were substantiated with concrete data demonstrating the tool's efficacy. Keywords. Data Prediction: Models and Applications; Efficient MongoDB Database Management; High-Quality Cocoa; Moniliasis: Treatment and Prevention; Progressive Web Apps (PWA): User Experience.