Unlocking Productivity Potential: The Promising Role of Agricultural Robots in Enhancing Farming Efficiency
Avinash Kumar Rai
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ghazipur, Aacharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, UP, India.
Jayaraj M. *
Department of Agronomy, Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai-625 104, India.
Naveen Kumar
Department of Entomology. National P.G. College Barhalganj, Gorakhpur, India.
Drishty Katiyar
Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, CSAUA&T University, U.P.-208002, Kanpur, India.
Omkar Singh
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, U.P.,-250110, India.
Bhojendra
Department of Entomology, PJTSAU, Hyderabad, India.
Gadha Sreekumar
Department of Vegetable Science, Horticulture College and research institute (TNAU), Periyakulam, Tamil Nadu, India.
Parkash Verma
Department of Agronomy, ICAR- National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana-132001, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Integration of advanced robotics in agriculture can exponentially boost productivity, alleviate labor shortages, reduce the environmental footprint, and increase the overall profitability of farming. Agricultural robots, often controlled by sophisticated algorithms and AI, offer precision farming capabilities that can enhance yield and quality, while minimizing waste and harmful impacts on the environment. They carry out numerous tasks such as sowing, watering, harvesting, and pest control, more efficiently than traditional methods. The usage of robotic systems enables 24/7 farming operations, overcoming the challenges posed by traditional human labor like working hours and physical exhaustion. The review also explores how this technology can help cater to the rising global food demand in a sustainable way, making it a promising solution to achieving food security in the face of increasing population pressures and climate change impacts. Despite the significant capital investment required for adopting these technologies, the potential long-term benefits, such as reduced operational costs and enhanced farm outputs, underscore their vital role in the future of farming and food production. Concluding that the integration of robotics in agriculture could bring about a revolution in farming practices, ushering in a future of enhanced productivity and sustainability in the sector.
Keywords: Crop Monitoring, farming practices, farming technology, smart farming