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Reaping More Benefits in Agtech with AI

Mon., 7. October 2024 | 5 min read

The world population is estimated to rise to approximately 10 billion by 2050 leading to a greater demand for food production. Agriculture is plagued by labor shortages (in countries such as the US and UK), climate change, and pests. These issues currently affect food production, and they can lead to food insecurity in the future as the population increases. Successes in agriculture technology (Agtech), such as the Saagu Baagu project, have shown the benefits of AI in agriculture. The Saagu Baagu project targeted 7,000 small farmers over 18 months and it saw a 21% increase in crop production per acre and reductions in pesticide and fertilizer use. Agtech can increase the profitability and sustainability of agriculture by providing critical information to guide decision-making leading to reduced resource use (energy, chemicals, and water). Government and agriculture association decision-makers can look to Agtech …

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