Revolutionizing Modern Farming: The Role of Technology in Agriculture

• Just as technology was introduced during industrial revolution which shifted the focus from traditional ways of manufacturing goods, we are witnessing one such shift in agriculture industry from use of traditional techniques to modern technology-based innovation in farming.

  The new era of technology has taken over farming thereby changing the way of agriculture and a gradual shift to modern day efficient farming as one part of green revolution in the country. Modern day farming is a blend of technology, human beings and modern equipment.

Here are some examples of innovative technologies used in farming:

• eCrop device:

  eCrop is an electronic device developed and patented by ICAR-CTCRI. It is a collaborative effort of Precision Grow and prestigious ICAR-CTCRI.

  Use of device like eCrop is evidence that the technology is changing perspective not just at urban level but also at rural level in India. Use of modern technology like eCrop device will change the way of agriculture and will enable inclusion of precision farming at global level. The eCrop device which is a technology of new era is an agriculture monitoring device. It runs on renewable energy resource like solar energy and wind energy. This device monitors and provides data analysis feature which makes it unique from other devices. In this era of AI, technological advances like eCrop should be no surprise hence adopting eCrop device for monitoring and gathering data is essential and should be incorporated in various agricultural activities. (To know more about this device, visit our website www.precisiongrow.co.in)

• Automation and Robotics:

  Use of automated machinery and robots is very important way of easing agricultural activities. Many farms use such technology in agriculture where activities are done by robots managed by humans. From irrigation to other rigorous activities where devices can help reduce human efforts automated machines can be a good option. Apart from this machinery, robots can be used to perform activities like plucking of cultivated farms, irrigation, plucking of unnecessary weeds etc.

  This will enable farmers and agriculturists to work better and efficiently with precision. It also enables precision farming by assisting in activities such as planting, harvesting, sorting etc.

• Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology:

  Advances in genetic engineering and biotechnology have led to the development of genetically modified crops that are more resistant to pests, diseases, and environmental stresses. This can lead to higher yields and reduced need for chemical inputs.

  This reduces the risk of degraded quality of crops and increases surety of soil and crop health. The device and technologically advanced efforts can help moderation of damage to crops.

• Sustainable farming:

  Use of technology can enhance the experience of farming by adopting sustainability model. This will help achieve environmental, economical and social goals. This is one of the practice enabled by technology like eCrop where environmental, economical and social factors are priority.

  Climate adaptation:

  Again, highlighting eCrop device which help forecast weather conditions can be used to modify farming practices based on weather. This will enable ensure precision farming and reduce the risk of damage to the farm.

  This technologically advance technique of weather and climate tracking enables farmers take necessary steps in advance thus helping them make informed decision in the industry.

  All the above discussed points emphasize on the need to use modern technology in agriculture. The key highlight of this blog is focusing on innovative farming techniques as we move ahead with technological nuances.

  It is a need of today’s world that smart farming practices are incorporated by deploying devices like eCrop monitoring and crop management assistance in day-to-day activities in agriculture sector.