A comprehensive tracking and recommendation system for managing garden pests and diseases through data-driven treatment logs.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install pest-disease-tracker
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install pest-disease-tracker using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Pest & Disease Tracker?
The Pest & Disease Tracker is a specialized utility designed for home gardeners and small-scale farmers to maintain the health of their vegetation. By providing a structured framework for documenting infestations and infections, this tool helps users move from reactive troubleshooting to proactive garden management. Using these Openclaw Skills, you can identify common issues early, select the most effective organic or chemical treatments, and monitor progress over time.
The skill emphasizes Integrated Pest Management (IPM) by suggesting a variety of solutions ranging from beneficial insects to targeted fungicides. It acts as a digital garden journal that focuses specifically on plant health, ensuring that your treatment history is preserved for future seasons and better decision-making.
Pest & Disease Tracker Use Cases
- Tracking aphid sightings on tomatoes to prevent widespread infestation.
- Managing fungal outbreaks like early blight or powdery mildew with specific fungicides.
- Logging the effectiveness of organic treatments such as neem oil or beneficial ladybugs.
- Planning seasonal prevention strategies using crop rotation and row covers.
- Documenting treatment timelines for high-severity issues requiring immediate action.
How Pest & Disease Tracker Works
- Add a new entry to the tracker by specifying the problem type, name, and affected plants.
- Assign a severity level from low to critical to determine the necessary action timeline.
- Use the recommendation engine to retrieve a list of organic and chemical treatment options for the specific issue.
- Record each treatment application, including the method, product used, and specific application notes.
- Update the status of the problem to monitor if the treatment was effective or if further intervention is required.
- Search or filter historical data to identify recurring problems across different growing seasons.
Pest & Disease Tracker Setup
To begin using the tracker, ensure your workspace directory is prepared. The skill manages data locally for privacy and speed.
# The skill interacts with the pest_tracker.py script
# Ensure the workspace directory exists for data storage
mkdir -p ~/.openclaw/workspace/
# Add your first pest sighting
pest_tracker.py add --type "pest" --name "aphids" --plants "tomatoes"
Pest & Disease Tracker Data Schema & Taxonomy
Data is stored in a structured JSON format at ~/.openclaw/workspace/pest_tracker_db.json. The schema organizes information as follows:
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | Classification as either a pest or a disease |
| Severity | Impact level (low, moderate, high, critical) determining treatment urgency |
| Plants | List of affected botanical varieties |
| Treatment Log | Nested array containing method, product, date, and effectiveness |
| Status | Current state of the issue (e.g., active, resolved, monitoring) |
Pest & Disease Tracker Advanced Features
- Smart recommendation engine providing curated organic and chemical treatment paths for common garden issues.
- Path validation security that restricts data exports to safe directories, preventing accidental system file modifications.
- Multi-criteria search functionality to filter issues by plant type, problem name, or severity level.
- Cross-skill compatibility designed to work alongside other Openclaw Skills for complete garden lifecycle management.
- Historical effectiveness tracking to identify which products work best in your specific microclimate.
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