Far-UVC Pulse Treatment System: Suppressing Major Cassava Diseases
Year: 2026
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This study introduces an alternative Far-UVC pulse treatment system designed to combat major cassava diseases, aiming to enhance food security and agricultural sustainability in the Philippines. The research focused on three primary objectives: identifying the necessary software and hardware to develop a Far-UVC treatment prototype, creating a functional prototype, and evaluating its efficacy in reducing pathogenic bacteria on cassava plants. The prototype demonstrated significant reductions in bacterial colony-forming units (CFU), ranging from 72% to 92% under controlled conditions. The system utilized the HC-12 433MHz wireless sensor for long-range communication, achieving a range of 226 meters, and the WiFi Halow Protocol video transmitter reached 377 meters under near line-of-sight conditions. This innovative approach aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Gender Equality (SDG 5), and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9). The findings emphasize the potential of Far-UVC technology in providing an environmentally friendly solution to cassava diseases, potentially reducing the economic impact of crop losses and contributing to sustainable agricultural practices. This study marks a significant step towards integrating advanced technological solutions in agriculture, offering a promising tool for disease management and promoting resilience in the cassava production sector.
Authors: Darios B. Alado, Irma T. Plata
Institution: Isabela State University
Language: English
Topic: Smart Agriculture and AI
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7203440528