Precision Farming for Sustainable and Efficient Agriculture

Nabadeep Saikia

Abstract:

Precision farming represents a revolutionary shift in agricultural practices, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to transform traditional farming methods. By integrating GPS, remote sensing, IoT devices, data analytics and artificial intelligence, this approach enables farmers to monitor and manage crops and livestock with unprecedented accuracy. Unlike conventional agriculture, precision farming facilitates data-driven decision-making, allowing for precise application of water, fertilizers and pesticides. This optimization not only boosts crop yields but also minimizes waste and reduces the environmental footprint of farming operations. As the world grapples with climate change, dwindling natural resources and a rapidly growing population, precision farming offers a sustainable pathway to meet rising food demands. Its applications span soil health monitoring, variable-rate irrigation, automated machinery and predictive analytics for pest and disease control. Despite its potential, challenges such as high initial costs, technological literacy among farmers and data privacy concerns must be addressed to ensure widespread adoption. Looking ahead, advancements in AI and machine learning, coupled with the expansion of 5G networks, promise to further enhance the capabilities of precision farming. By bridging the gap between innovation and practicality, this approach holds the key to a more efficient, sustainable and resilient agricultural future.