Volume 2 - Issue 2, March - April 2026

Efficient water management plays an important role in improving onion crop growth and yield. Traditional irrigation methods often lead to uneven water distribution, excessive water use, high labor demand and lower productivity. This study presents a smart automated sprinkler irrigation system powered by solar energy to enhance irrigation efficiency in onion cultivation. The system uses a solar panel to generate power, which is stored in a battery and supplied to a VCN-4 controller. Farmers can operate the system remotely through the Dcon Ag mobile application by scheduling irrigation cycles. When a command is sent from the application, the air station communicates with the controller to activate the motor, allowing water to flow through valves and sprinklers for uniform field irrigation. The motor automatically stops after the preset irrigation period. Field implementation of the system showed improved irrigation management and crop performance. The automated sprinkler irrigation system produced an onion yield of 3.5 tons, indicating better water utilization and consistent moisture supply to the crop. This automated approach reduces manual labor, conserves water and ensures timely irrigation, thereby supporting better crop growth and improved yield. The energy-efficient design also helps reduce operational costs and promotes sustainable agricultural practices while supporting precision irrigation in onion cultivation.

Sundharan M, Yukash K, Chandru S,"Automated Sprinkler Irrigation for Improved Onion Crop Production" International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Development, V2(2): Page(848-851) Mar-Apr 2026. ISSN: 3107-6513. www.ijamred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.