My FarmWell App Launched via Sustainability Accelerator
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The University of Sharjah (UoS), in collaboration with IBM, has announced the launch of My FarmWell , a new mobile application. This initiative is part of the IBM Sustainability Accelerator program.
The app is designed to address water scarcity and promote sustainable agriculture in the UAE and the wider MENA region.
Built using IBM Environmental Intelligence and UoS's Welly Chatbot, My FarmWell leverages IBM Cloud and region-specific climate data. It delivers farm-level insights to help farmers make better decisions.
The app supports both English and Arabic. It offers a user-friendly interface and a range of features, including: Access to well-specific data, including water levels, historical trends, and water quality indices.
Crop recommendations based on the Integrated Water Quality Index (IWQI).
A farm water calculator to estimate usage for crops, trees, and livestock.
UoS Chancellor, H.E. Prof. Essam El-Din Ajami, revealed that the app is the result of ongoing scientific research with IBM. He stated that this milestone aligns with the university's mission to serve local and regional communities.
He emphasized UoS's commitment to environmental sustainability and regional impact. According to Prof. Ajami, the app highlights the university's role as a leading model in the Middle East and North Africa.
UoS Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies, Prof. Maamar Bettayeb, confirmed the university's dedication to research with real societal benefits. He reported that My FarmWell demonstrates how innovation can solve environmental challenges.
Dr. Adewale Giwa, Principal Investigator of the project, stated that the app offers critical insights for smarter water usage and long-term sustainability.
Shukri Eid, General Manager at IBM Gulf, Levant, and Pakistan, added that IBM's technology enables organizations to manage environmental risks more effectively. He noted that cloud and AI tools can improve resiliency and reduce costs.
Other key features of My FarmWell include: Real-time weather updates, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, and 10-day forecasts.
An educational hub with content on groundwater conservation and climate adaptation.
Integration of global food market prices to align irrigation with economic trends.
The University of Sharjah and IBM reported that this app is a strong example of academia and industry working together to tackle regional challenges.
They stated that My FarmWell supports the goals of the IBM Sustainability Accelerator. The program helps scale nonprofit and government initiatives using IBM technologies like hybrid cloud and AI.
The My FarmWell app is now available for download on Android and iPhone.
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