How Smart Farming is Revolutionising Agriculture with IoT and AI
The combination of IoT and AI in smart farming provides a myriad of benefits to the agricultural sector. By collecting precise data about the state of the fields, livestock, and even the weather, smart farming enables farmers to make informed decisions about their operations.
Chemical warfare on our plates: the toxic truth of pesticide infused crops
Pesticides have been linked to certain health issues. Increasing the risk of neurological disorders, and certain types of cancer. The more exposed someone is to these chemicals, the more chronic these illnesses can become.
Unravelling the Ethical Complexities of Large-Scale Arable Farming and land grabbing
Those in favour of land grabbing often position it as a catalyst for agricultural transformation. They argue that these acquisitions bring a surge of capital investment and technological innovation to regions where agricultural infrastructure is lacking or underdeveloped.
AI in Agriculture: A New Era of Farming or the End of Traditional Farm Labour?
AI in agriculture is transforming the way we farm. From crop monitoring drones to autonomous tractors, AI is enabling precision farming, where real-time data and automated machinery are used to optimise farming practices.
How can UK agriculture play a larger role on the global market?
One of the ways UK agriculture can play a larger role on the global market is by increasing exports. The UK already exports a significant amount of agricultural produce, but there is room for growth.
The Modern Farmer’s Dilemma: Balancing Technology and Tradition
As a farmer, you have relied on traditional farming practices passed down from generation to generation. With the advent of technology and the need for sustainable farming practices, you find yourself facing a dilemma, how do you balance innovation with tradition?
Permaculture: how will it affect agriculture as an industry?
The permaculture design model uses regenerative agriculture techniques; aiming to create healthier soil, more biodiversity, all while reducing the use of harmful chemicals and pesticides.
3 key problems in farming that will affect everyone
With the world’s population estimated to reach near 10 billion by 2050, there is a growing concern about how to feed everyone.
7 tools to dominate precision agriculture
Having some or all of these devices is a step towards a better future for farming and agriculture; for profitability, and sustainability. The final piece would be to have each device in contact with each other, to fully automate even more processes. LiveFarmer farm management software UK utilises PHP 8 to bring in more connectivity. With the latest version of PHP, you can build APIs for virtually any program! Get in touch for a demo today!
What is a farm carbon audit
Farm carbon audits are important You may be wondering about the impact your agricultural practices have on the environment, particularly in terms of carbon emissions. A farm carbon audit can help you understand your carbon footprint and identify ways to reduce it. You need to know what an affective farm carbon audit is, where to […]