Plasma technology is used in the agricultural sector, especially in areas such as combating plant diseases and seed improvement. Plasma can be used to disinfect seed surfaces and control plant diseases. Additionally, research is being conducted on potential applications of plasma technology in agricultural processes such as soil amendment and water purification.
Plasma is a gaseous state that offers a wide range of uses. The areas of use of plasma are as follows: semiconductor production, industrial cutting and welding, television and other display technologies, biological and medical applications, accelerators, space research and environmental cleaning.
In the agricultural sector, plasma technology provides potential in a number of application areas. Here are some examples in this field:
Seed Treatment: By disinfecting the surfaces of seeds, plasma can increase the germination rate and help combat plant diseases.
Soil Disinfection: Plasma can improve soil health and prevent the spread of plant diseases by eliminating pathogens within the soil.
Water Purification: Plasma can be used to improve the quality of water used in agricultural irrigation and eliminate harmful microorganisms.
Plant Growth Regulator: Plasma can promote plant growth and increase yield by influencing plant growth processes.
Air Cleaning: Plasma technology used in greenhouses can improve plant health by reducing airborne microorganisms.
These applications are based on research conducted to increase the usability of plasma technology in the agricultural sector and to support sustainable agricultural practice.