“Technologies 4.0 to support the agronomist”, a new training course dedicated to the Agronomy and Forestry Associations. Various online events will continue to take place over the coming months, covering agronomic topics with a particular focus on agriculture 4.0 and exploring new technologies to support the agronomist in view of the challenges that await precision agriculture in the near future. During these training webinars, some of today’s indispensable tools for managing the farm will be demonstrated. The collection and digitisation of farm data, the connection of machines in the field a ..read more

Agriculture 4.0: in a nutshell, what it’s all about Agriculture 4.0 can be considered the evolution of precision agriculture, which consists of using data to decide on the most targeted and efficient interventions to be made in the field. An evolution that leads to a complete integration of machinery, tools, technologies and strategies that simplifies the work of the farmer while bringing numerous benefits to his or her business; an interconnected use of advanced technologies that aims to make agricultural production more efficient and sustainable. To become a 4.0 farmer, what can you do? Rel ..read more

An effective administration of micronutrients and macronutrients must always take into account the amount of nutrients taken up by the crop in its cycle, the share of nitrogen supplied by the soil to the crop itself, and the contribution of atmospheric deposition.   Conventional fertiliser distribution strategies are based on the concept of uniformity, i.e. the administration of the same quantities of product in every area of the farm plot. However, these conventional approaches do not take into account the complexity of the interactions that occur between the crop and the soil.&nbs ..read more

The Mediterranean Diet, by unanimous decision, became part of Unesco’s intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Bread, pasta, fruit, vegetables, extra virgin olive oil and the traditional glass of wine consumed at the table in regular meals have enabled Italians to conquer the longevity record, with an average life span of 77.2 years for men and 82.8 years for women. Following the Mediterranean diet can be a strategic element in the fight against climate change: it can facilitate a 72% reduction in greenhouse gases, a 58% reduction in land use, a 52% reduction in energy consumption, and a 33% re ..read more

Agricultural soil ensures the production of food, fodder, fibre and biomass for renewable energy. It is therefore important to safeguard its fertility, which is the result of the combination and dynamic interaction of physical, chemical and biological properties in relation to plant productivity and soil conservation. The assessment of soil fertility and the direction of its change over time is the primary indicator of sustainable land management for agricultural enterprises. Agriculture has as its commitment and objective the reduction of soil compaction and erosion through minimum tillage s ..read more

Reflections, the red thread that connected all the speeches, workshops, meetings and events of the sixth edition of the Food&Science Festival that took place from 30 September to 2 October in the city of Mantua. The theme of reflections also characterised the panel organised by ABACO Group, sponsor of the Festival, moderated by Il Sole 24Ore journalist Micaela Cappellini and opened with the provocative question ‘Will the Mediterranean diet still exist in 2032? Speakers included Antonio Samaritani, the CEO of ABACO Group, Ettore Capri, professor at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore ..read more

All innovations scare us at first, but today can you imagine a life without a microwave oven or a mobile phone? Technology is a support for life and the activities we do and will continue to do on a daily basis, just in a slightly simpler way. Safeguarding quality and product safety. The integration of digital tools allows complete traceability of products, ensuring their quality and safety according to the highest recognised standards. Countering the threat of climate change. Constant and accurate monitoring of crop health and forecasting tools allow targeted action to be taken and prevent d ..read more

1- Ensuring funding and tools for farmers It is necessary to safeguard the wellbeing of all people working in the supply chains and to promote the adoption of responsible farming practices, to foster inclusive economic growth and to ensure that all farmers have better working conditions so that they can contribute to sustainable agriculture. 2- Guaranteeing product quality and safety Product traceability is synonymous with guaranteeing quality and safety from the control of raw materials, through production and distribution, to the table. The importance of active cooperation on the part of e ..read more

Today, smart farming is a safe investment that guarantees specific benefits such as saving time, money, resources, optimising production and yield in a sustainable way. Why choose ABACO Farmer? At least five good reasons. Total integrationOne of the advantages that sets us apart is that we integrate with all existing third-party solutions and business systems such as CRM and ERP, with any agricultural machinery or equipment and any type of weather stations or IoT sensors. ABACO Farmer allows access to 4.0 technology by exploiting the benefits of a tool that is certified and therefore eligible ..read more

Carbon sequestration and irrigation resource optimisation strategies were devised in the 1970s in the United States to reduce the effects of soil erosion, thereby reducing the loss of fertility (organic matter) due to rainfall and wind.  Minimal tillage, in addition to reducing fuel consumption, has the potential to decrease the amount of organic carbon exposed to the risk of erosion. In addition, sowing post-harvest improves soil water retention. This effect is due to the covering of the soil by vegetation that intercepts raindrops, thus reducing the rate of rainwater run-off.  &nb ..read more