Desenvolvimento de uma planilha para auxiliar no gerenciamento de equipamentos agrícolas mecanizados

Abstract

Although mechanized agriculture is often a reference point when discussing technology, individuals who wish to enter this market may sometimes feel confused, not knowing where to start, what factors to consider, or how to use technologies to improve this process. This can make the endeavor costly and potentially result in losses if done improperly. Therefore, this work aims to create a spreadsheet that canUNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DO CEARÁ CENTRO DE CIÊNCIAS AGRÁRIAS COORDENAÇÃO DO CURSO DE AGRONOMIA Repositório-ufc – TCC- pág. 3 de 4 simplify and measure mechanized agricultural planning in a straightforward way, guiding users on the main points to consider when making such a plan and helping improve decision-making speed and quality. The tool, developed in an Excel spreadsheet, assists in estimating the labor cost of a machine and implement, and can be used for calculating slip, a phenomenon that can reduce the working efficiency of agricultural machines and even cause accidents. It also helps with tractor adequation, which can result in better machine efficiency during operation and less impact on the soil. Additionally, the spreadsheet supports calculations for the use of fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds in mechanized agriculture. The tool was evaluated by 42 people, including undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. students from the Federal University of Ceará (UFC), as well as individuals working in the management of agricultural machinery. The tool was assessed using a nine-question survey, from which relevant data on its usability was obtained, along with the use of Pearson’s correlation test to observe whether these data influenced each other. In the end, it is evident that the tool fulfills its initial purpose and can be used for the development of future projects, such as mobile applications or integration with devices that assist in obtaining relevant real-time data.