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Agri Business Review | Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Vertical farms employ various technologies to regulate and monitor elements of the indoor farm, such as temperature, humidity, and light.
FREMONT, CA: The beauty of vertical farming is that it allows you to control your environment. The crop layers are used in shipping containers, skyscrapers, warehouses, and greenhouses, among other places.
Vertical farms employ various technologies to regulate and monitor elements of the indoor farm, such as temperature, humidity, and light. Some of these elements, however, are difficult to handle. Vertical farms require precise control of these elements to maintain their crop yield. Innovative farming technologies like AI and IoT are utilized to precisely measure and control the farm's surroundings.
Smart farming with AI and IoT
Smart farming makes use of cutting-edge technologies to boost crop yields and quality. Smart farming also reduces the amount of human labour required to grow crops. In the agriculture industry, technologies such as IoT, AI, robotics, and drones are currently employed to improve efficiency and productivity.
Crops are produced in a controlled environment generated and maintained by technology in vertical farms. Many vertical farms rely on IoT systems to ensure that fertilizers, irrigation, light, and water are monitored and controlled properly. IoTprovides a significant benefit by allowing process automation via sensors and robotics, reducing the need for human labour. Farmers can also collect data on their crops and growth processes using IoT devices. The information gathered allows for crop testing and improvement.
AI is frequently set up to gather data collected by IoT sensors to help control food production and monitor water use, light, and ambient temperature in the growing environment. AI-driven systems can manage operations in real-time by integrating with sensors, detecting abnormalities and making changes to enhance conditions on the fly.
Agriculture has already implemented innovative machinery that allows farm equipment to scale up in size, speed, and production, resulting in more efficient land cultivation. However, the technological revolution must continue. The agricultural industry must continue to enhance its technology by utilizing data and communication. This includes using artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and linked sensors (IoT) to boost productivity and promote sustainability.