Pak Dayat: An AI-Based Agricultural Assistant Supporting Indonesian Farmers

Farmers often face various challenges in the field, ranging from pest and disease attacks and fertilization errors to unpredictable weather conditions. At the same time, not all issues can be immediately consulted with agricultural extension officers. 

To help address these needs, Pak Dayat is introduced as an AI-based agricultural assistant that can be accessed via WhatsApp. Pak Dayat is developed by Edufarmers, with support from Google.org, as part of an agricultural education program to support Indonesian farmers in accessing initial information quickly and easily. 

What Is Pak Dayat? 

Pak Dayat is an AI-based agricultural assistant that helps farmers obtain initial information and recommendations related to crop cultivation in a practical manner and relevant to field conditions. Pak Dayat serves as an initial reference when farmers need quick guidance, without requiring any additional applications to be downloaded. 

How Can Pak Dayat Assist? 

Pak Dayat is designed to help farmers access initial information related to: 

• Fertilizer recommendations and indicative dosage ranges based on crop conditions 

• Initial information and recommendations related to crop pests and diseases 

• Cultivation tips for various agricultural commodities 

• Weather information as a supporting reference for field activities 

All Pak Dayat features are available free of charge to farmers. 

How to Consult with Pak Dayat 

Farmers can interact with Pak Dayat through: 

• Text messages 

• Photos or images of crops to support initial identification of plant conditions 

• Voice messages (voice notes), which can be used directly from the field 

• Local languages (Sundanese and Javanese), allowing farmers to ask questions using more familiar languages 

How to Use Pak Dayat 

1. Save Pak Dayat’s WhatsApp number: 0851-2126-2026  (Click the number to WhatsApp Pak Dayat)
2. Send your question based on actual field conditions. 
3. After that, simply wait for Pak Dayat’s reply to receive initial information and recommendations. 

Example question: 
“Pak Dayat, rice is 25 days after transplanting in Indramayu. The leaves are slightly yellow, and the field is irrigated paddy land. What fertilizer can be used as a reference, and what is the indicative dosage range?” 

Tip: Include crop and location information so Pak Dayat can provide information that is more relevant to field conditions. 

Edufarmers’ Commitment to Supporting Indonesian Agriculture 

Through Pak Dayat, Edufarmers is committed to helping Indonesian farmers access relevant agricultural information and recommendations, supporting more informed cultivation decisions and promoting efficient and sustainable agricultural practices. 

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