Real Time Pesticide Detection Using AONIR and Blockchain

AOTECH delivers advanced pesticide‑residue analysis through AONIR, our photonic sensing platform equipped with next‑generation NIR technology. AONIR enables non‑destructive, real‑time detection of pesticide residues directly on harvested crops, without laboratory delays.
All captured data are synchronised with our IoT platform, where results are stored, visualised and transformed into automated reports. Each report is certified via blockchain, ensuring secure, immutable and auditable traceability across the supply chain.
Through AI and machine‑learning models, the system can identify patterns related to contamination risks, classify severity levels and generate predictive alerts.

Application to the agrifood sector

This solution helps growers, packhouses and processors ensure food safety and regulatory compliance through continuous, in‑field pesticide monitoring. Key benefits include:

• Real‑time assessment of pesticide residues on crops

• Early detection of contamination to prevent batch loss

• Faster quality‑assurance workflows compared to lab‑based analysis

• Transparent, tamper‑proof certification for buyers, auditors and retailers

• Strengthened traceability in fresh‑produce supply chains

• Ideal for fruit and vegetable sectors where pesticide‑residue control is critical for export, retail distribution and safety certifications.

Type of agrifood partner sought

We aim to collaborate with growers, cooperatives, packhouses, food‑safety departments, retailers, agritech integrators and research centres committed to improving residue detection processes.
Partners interested in digital traceability, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and integrating NIR + IoT + Blockchain into their quality workflows will benefit greatly from this solution.