AGRICULTURAL ROBOTICS: AUTOMATING THE FUTURE OF FARMING
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https://doi.org/10.52783/jns.v14.3976Keywords:
Agricultural Automation, Agricultural Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Farming, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Precision Agriculture, Robotics in Farming, Sensor Technology, Smart Agriculture, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Yield OptimizationAbstract
The agricultural industry faces increasing pressure to enhance productivity, reduce labour costs, and adopt sustainable practices to meet the demands of a growing global population (Sarah Moore, 2022). Agricultural robotics has emerged as a transformative solution, offering the potential to automate various farming tasks, improve efficiency, and minimize environmental impact (Sarah Moore, 2022). This essay explores the current state of agricultural robotics, highlighting key applications such as harvesting, weed control, planting, and crop monitoring (Agri Guide, 2024). It examines the benefits of using robots in farming, including increased efficiency, reduced labour costs, improved precision, and enhanced sustainability (Agri Guide, 2024). The essay also addresses the challenges associated with the adoption of agricultural robotics, such as high initial costs, technical complexity, and potential job displacement (Agri Guide, 2024). Finally, it discusses future trends in the field, including the integration of artificial intelligence, the development of multi-functional robots, and the increasing use of data-driven decision-making (Agri Guide, 2024). Ultimately, the essay argues that agricultural robotics holds immense promise for automating the future of farming, ensuring food security, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices (Sarah Moore, 2022).
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