Farming has always involved risk. Risk of pestilence, water shortages or excess, and weather events are only a few of the conditions affecting successful crop growth. Applied nutrients and crop ...

Pinduoduo’s Smart Agriculture Competition took place over four months and pitted data scientists against top strawberry growers Technology teams produced 196% more strawberries by weight on average ...

S Krishnan, MeitY Secretary, advocates using artificial intelligence to bridge information gaps in agriculture. He emphasizes the need for timely advice and explains how AI can improve extension ...

Agriculture is a cornerstone of human civilization, a testament to our ability to harness nature for sustenance. Yet, this age-old industry faces many challenges that hamper productivity, impact ...

Improvements in agriculture have predominantly relied on better chemicals over the last several decades. Now though, researchers and businesses are starting to develop a new generation of agricultural ...

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Farming is truly a special walk of life. As the saying goes, “Man – despite artistic pretensions, his sophistication, and accomplishments, owes his existence to a 6-inch layer of topsoil and the fact ...

Insider Intelligence has compiled a list of drone technology for the future of farming. Do you work in the Drone or broader Tech industry? Get business insights on the latest innovations, market ...

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)—better known as drones—have been used commercially since the early 1980s. Today, however, practical applications for drones are expanding faster than ever in a variety ...