From oxen and horses to tractors, high-yield crop varieties and synthetic fertilisers, agriculture has always showcased human creativity and ingenuity in the pursuit of food production and security. Today, agriculture is no longer simply about producing food. Modern agriculture is all about efficiency and sustainably while meeting the complex demands of a rapidly expanding global population. Agriculture increasingly incorporates advanced technologies into its more traditional methods, including includes genetic engineering, precision farming, robotics and drones. The global agricultural robotics market is expected to grow from $13.4 billion in 2023 to approximately $86.5 billion by 2033. Much can be achieved with machines and robots. Improving farming precision from planting to harvesting consistently and predictably minimises waste. Precision fertilisation reduces costs and protects ecosystems, while precision seeding and harvesting lower labour expenses. There’s no denying that machines also complete tasks faster than humans, don’t tire, and don’t get ill, increasing productivity and turnaround times. In a sector where farmers struggle to harvest crops because of a declining labour force, accomplishing the job without an overreliance on labour is crucial.

Full report : Robo-farmers are set to have a field day, just as soon as data rights and algorithms plough a straight furrow.