How technology is helping solve farming's biggest issues | World ...
Nov 9, 2023 · The power of partnerships. Machine learning, AI and precision fermentation are some of the many technology solutions that offer pathways for addressing the longest standing issues in our agri-food system. However, as standalone solutions and without commercially sustainable ecosystems, these technologies will not scale.
How farming innovations can feed the world and protect the planet
Jan 3, 2022 · Innovative technologies and practices are critical to enable sustainable farming that can feed the world. Of all the challenges facing modern society, it’s crucial we ensure our growing global population has enough to eat. According to the UN, more than 3 billion people around the world – 40% of the global population – cannot afford a ...
Modern farming is harming the planet. Tech-driven permaculture …
Feb 28, 2019 · A publicly available, geographically clustered knowledge database would need to be created, comprising all relevant farming techniques (e.g. milpa, permaculture, monoculture, agroforestry); seed and species directories (e.g. endemic heirloom species, modern natural breeds, GMOs); and soil composition and further relevant environmental parameters (e.g. …
Agriculture needs technology for resilient food production
Mar 22, 2022 · Image: Pinduoduo. With the world's population expected to hit 9.7 billion by 2050, agriculture needs to become more productive and sustainable. Technology can help transform the global food production system and mitigate its impact on the climate and environment. Digital agriculture systems can also be used to reduce food waste and at every ...
Modern farming is as much about data as digging. Here are 3 …
Jun 2, 2021 · • Every job in farming will require some reskilling in the coming decade. • As the human-robot relationship is defined, data analysis skills will be particularly important. Emerging technologies in the field such as artificial intelligence, computer vision and robotics will play a key role in the ability to improve the productivity and ...
What is regenerative agriculture? - The World Economic Forum
Oct 11, 2022 · Regenerative agriculture is a way of farming that focuses on soil health. When soil is healthy, it produces more food and nutrition, stores more carbon and increases biodiversity – the variety of species. A teaspoon of soil contains up to 6 billion microorganisms, says Australia’s New South Wales Government. Soil is also a habitat for ...
3 ways autonomous farming is driving a new era of agriculture
Jan 20, 2022 · The autonomous farming equipment market is being driven by agriculture’s growing needs. Image: Global Market Insights. 1. Easing farming labour shortages with autonomous tractors. Autonomous trackers are set to revolutionize the agricultural industry by removing the human element and easing labour supply at a time when recruitment in the ...
The Netherlands is a leader in sustainable agriculture | World …
Nov 27, 2019 · To feed 10 billion people by 2050 at the current level of food production efficiency, we’d have to clear most of the world’s forests. The Netherlands is a leader in efficient and sustainable agriculture – and the second-largest exporter of agricultural goods in the world. Duijvestijn Tomatoes uses a hydroponic system and geothermal energy ...
What is vertical farming? And what are the benefits ... - World ...
Sep 4, 2019 · AeroFarms is blurring the lines between the two with its vertical farm. Crops are grown inside, under lights, one on top of the other. The advantages are numerous: higher productivity in a much smaller area; shorter growing times; lower water use; fresh produce grown much closer to where it’s eaten; and, AeroFarm executives say, improved food ...
Tropical Forest Alliance Facilitates Trade of ‘Deforestation-Free ...
Nov 8, 2023 · COFCO International, the trading arm of China’s state-run food group, and Modern Farming Group, a Mengniu Group subsidiary that produces milk and milk products, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to supply and accept soybeans in line with the COFCO International Responsible Agriculture Standard certification programme.