Exploring New Technologies in Advanced Agriculture.

AGRICULTURE

 Exploring New Technologies in Advanced Agriculture.

As we all know, the World is a global village and new innovations are are discovered each day in the digital world.

A Drone.



In this context, Agriculture is not left behind as Agricultural scientists and other key partners in the applied sciences carry out various experiments to uncover the hidden/ untapped resources embedded in Advanced Agriculture.

Remote Sensing.


The role of Information Technology in the Agricultural sector cannot be over emphasized. This is because, the world is going digital extensively and more options for development are now available for farmers and other stakeholders in the Agricultural value chain.


Hence, bringing out the best in terms of Food production and raw materials processing. We have to keep our eyes opened and be well-equipped with vital information around the world. It'll give our own techniques a boost and an edge even in other frontiers of our Agro-enterprise.

Some of these Technologies that we should be well aware of are;

  • Variable rate technology
  • Precision Agriculture
  • Drones
  • Remote sensing technologies
  • New advances in Plant breeding.

Variable Rate Technology.


Therefore, let's be inquisitive, innovative, smart and tactical in order to discover these new advances and make significant contributions in the diverse fields of Agriculture.


 

                                                                                                 Akanegbu Maryanne A, 500L

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