Transforming Agriculture: Tech-Driven Solutions for Sustainable Chemical Reduction and Environmental Stewardship
摘要
Since the Green Revolution, synthetic fertilizers and pesticides have significantly boosted global crop production and food securityFood security. However, their overuse has caused serious environmental damage, including soil degradation, water pollution, biodiversity loss, and health risks. In line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGsSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)), there is growing emphasis on reducing chemical inputs in agriculture through sustainable practices. This chapter highlights how emerging technologies are driving this transition toward low-chemical, high-efficiency farming. Precision AgriculturePrecision agriculture employs GPS, remote sensing, and GIS to optimize input use and reduce environmental harm. Integrated Pest ManagementIntegrated Pest Management (IPM), enhanced with AIArtificial Intelligence (AI)-based pest detection, drone surveillance, and predictive analytics, enables targeted pest control with minimal pesticide use. Real-time monitoring through soil and plant sensorsSensors informs precise nutrientNutrients management, improving efficiency. AIArtificial Intelligence (AI)-powered robotic weeders eliminate herbicide use by mechanically removing weeds. Smart irrigation systems, integrating weather forecasts and soil moisture data, ensure efficient water use, especially when combined with drip irrigation and fertigation. Additionally, digital farm management platforms synthesize data from various sources to guide decisions on crop planning, pest threats, and resource use. Collectively, these innovationsAgri-tech innovation offer a path to sustainable agricultureSustainable agriculture by minimizing chemical inputs while maintaining productivity, aligning with global ecological and health goals.