AI Agronomist 'Ivan Polevoy' Aims to Boost Russia’s Crop Yields

A new AI-powered tool helps Russian farmers optimize field cycles, minimize climate risks, and secure higher profits.

Agriculture in Russia has long been considered one of the most unpredictable sectors, largely due to the risk of natural disasters. However, the integration of advanced IT solutions is helping to minimize such risks, allowing farmers to better manage complex crop cycles and improve profitability.

Enter 'Ivan Polevoy'—a digital agronomist named after legendary Russian field workers and folkloric tales of bountiful harvests. Built on a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) module, the system can rapidly process massive datasets, track historical trends, and deliver precise recommendations. It works in both text and voice formats and can assess soil conditions, develop optimized fertilization plans, and suggest protection strategies against plant diseases and pests.

Experts believe 'Ivan Polevoy' will help Russian farmers adapt to shifting conditions, reduce operational risks, and significantly improve the resilience and profitability of the entire agricultural sector.