Comparison between Manual Harvesting and Mechanical Harvesting
Pargi Sanjay J., Pankaj Gupta, P. R. Balas, V. U. Bambhaniya
Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · pp. 917–934 · Published 6 Jun 2024
10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i62110Abstract
This paper presents a thorough analysis of the differences between human and automated harvesting techniques in agriculture, including their categorization, impacts, difficulties, costs, and potential future developments. Manual harvesting, which involves labor-intensive methods, enables meticulous handling and yields top-notch product. However, it is constrained by expensive labor and the availability of workers only during certain seasons. On the other hand, automated harvesting improves efficiency and scalability, decreasing the need for human labor and boosting production. Nevertheless, this endeavor requires a substantial infusion of financial resources and may lead to increased harm to crops and compaction of the soil. The paper analyzes the economic consequences of both approaches, emphasizing the greater initial investment required for mechanical equipment compared to the continuous labor expenses associated with hand harvesting. This study addresses the difficulties of labor shortages, equipment maintenance, and adaptation to various crops and terrains. In the future, the incorporation of cutting-edge technology, like as robots and artificial intelligence (AI), has the potential to tackle these difficulties by providing more effective and sustainable methods for harvesting.
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