- AI-Powered Insights: SWAT VEXA provides farmers and experts with instant, precise data to improve agricultural, land, and water management.
- Democratizing Knowledge: Free access to over 7,000 peer-reviewed studies and nationwide data empowers users across sectors.
- Accelerating Sustainability: Designed to address climate challenges, SWAT VEXA enhances productivity and resilience in farming communities.
IBM and Texas A&M AgriLife unveiled SWAT VEXA, a free AI virtual assistant, today at COP16 in Riyadh, marking a major step forward in sustainable agriculture. Built using IBM’s Deep Search AI technology and the SWAT model by Texas A&M and USDA, SWAT VEXA simplifies access to critical soil and water data, empowering users to make faster, more informed decisions.
Why It Matters
Farmers face growing challenges from climate change and unpredictable weather, making timely, accurate information essential. Traditional research on soil erosion, pollution control, and disaster management often takes significant time and expertise. SWAT VEXA automates this process, delivering tailored insights in real time.
Justina Nixon-Saintil, VP and Chief Impact Officer at IBM, emphasized its transformative potential:
“Today, smallholder farmers need more than traditional advice, they need scientifically precise, data-driven insights. SWAT VEXA democratizes access to critical environmental insights, enabling faster, more informed decision-making for communities facing agricultural challenges.”
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How It Works
- Instant Data Access: SWAT VEXA references insights from over 7,000 peer-reviewed studies, offering customized responses to user queries.
- Nationwide Reach: Covers all 50 U.S. states, supporting users with geological and hydrological data for diverse applications.
- Advanced AI Tools: Built using IBM’s Watsonx.ai and Granite models to process vast data volumes and simulate environmental impacts.
Dr. Raghavan Srinivasan, Texas A&M Distinguished Professor, highlighted the AI assistant’s impact:
“VEXA is transforming the way researchers and practitioners engage with the SWAT model by providing instant access to insights. By streamlining access to global applications and best practices, VEXA accelerates research, enhances reproducibility, and empowers users to design innovative solutions.”
Driving Global Change
SWAT VEXA is a key component of IBM’s Sustainability Accelerator, which has already benefited over 65,000 people. This tool will further:
- Support rural communities by boosting productivity and resilience.
- Advance research on complex hydrological and agricultural challenges.
- Promote ecosystem sustainability through data-driven resource management.
Available for free online, SWAT VEXA is designed for policymakers, agricultural experts, and the general public. Its ease of access and rich database ensure that stakeholders—from farmers to government officials—can make informed decisions faster than ever before.
Try SWAT VEXA today: swat-vexa.com
This innovation redefines sustainable agriculture, offering a blueprint for addressing climate challenges and supporting the next generation of global farming.
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