field and a tractor In May 2023, Transforma Insights published a report, ‘Digital Transformation (DX) in the Agriculture sector’, which identified the key domains of change in the agriculture sector that are triggered by the use of disruptive new technologies such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things , which are often combined under the umbrella of digital transformation . The reasons for harnessing these emerging technologies are largely focused on driving more efficiency in agricultural production, reducing costs and making more efficient use of resources, write Suruchi Dhingra, the research manager, and Joydeep Bhattacharyya, a content editor at Transforma Insights. These technologies also have the effect of substantially reducing the environmental impact of agriculture. The agriculture sector faces diverse challenges, impacting food production amid rising demand for food. Some of these challenges include: Wastage of water . Wastage of water for agricultural purposes is a pressing issue, that should be addressed as a priority. It is reported that almost 50% of the water used for irrigation purposes is wasted due to evaporation and runoff caused by inefficient irrigation techniques. Increasing demand for food . Another pressing concern for the agriculture sector is the increasing demand for food. […]
Digital transformation in agriculture: driving towards sustainable development goals
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