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The agriculture sector has a major contribution to the GDP of India. In recent years this sector has observed multiple applications of innovative technology to enhance productivity under minimum expenditure. The term Smart Agriculture is now widely popular and multiple innovations can be seen to be implemented in various parts of the country. Not only in India but various parts of the World are trying to devise a novel solution to the common problems of agriculture.
Examples of smart agriculture include precision farming, where sensors and GPS technology are used to optimize crop production by monitoring soil conditions and applying fertilizers and pesticides only where needed.
Another example is vertical farming, which involves growing crops in stacked layers or vertically inclined surfaces, using artificial lighting and controlled environments to maximize productivity in limited spaces.
Additionally, robotic farming systems are becoming increasingly popular, with autonomous machines performing tasks such as planting, harvesting, and weeding.
Internet of Things (IoT) devices are also being utilized in smart agriculture to collect real-time data on environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and soil moisture. This data is then analyzed to provide farmers with valuable insights and recommendations, allowing them to make informed decisions and take timely actions.
Moreover, drones equipped with advanced sensors and cameras are being employed to survey large agricultural areas and identify areas that require intervention.
These technological advancements in smart agriculture not only contribute to increased efficiency and productivity but also help reduce the environmental impact of farming practices.
However, many more agricultural sub-areas remain undeveloped. If those areas are properly innovated, a large number of start-up ventures can be generated, ultimately improving the cultivators' sustainability and releasing them from economic captivity. To enhance and maximize the potential for the cultivators' means of subsistence, ten such sectors and ideas will be highlighted in today's article.