The Food and Agriculture Organization says it has introduced digital soil scanning technology to support agriculture in Barbados.
It said that the new technology is intended to help farmers and extension officers assess soil health and effectively manage nutrients.
The FAO says many local farmers face challenges due to a lack of accurate information on how to optimally use agricultural inputs, often leading to improper application of fertilisers and chemicals, resulting in decreased crop yields, increased costs, and potential agrochemical residue issues in the produce.
It said the latter part of the programme focuses on providing hands-on experience with portable digital soil scanners for officials and staff from the Barbados Agricultural Development Corporation.
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