Digital innovations in agriculture
Abstract
The integration of digital advances and renewable energy sources in agriculture is receiving global attention since there is a rising need for environmentally friendly methods. Smart agricultural technology and renewable energy are being utilized to boost sustainability, productivity, and resource efficiency. This study examines the revolutionary potential of these breakthroughs, focusing on their socioeconomic implications for the agriculture sector. Integrating innovative technologies and sustainable practices into agriculture provides numerous benefits, including improved resource efficiency and conservation. Such approaches can generate positive social, economic, and environmental outcomes, promoting growth, inclusion, and ecological sustainability. The transformative potential of digital advancements in agriculture is particularly pronounced when combined with renewable energy integration. Research in this field also highlights persistent challenges, including adoption hurdles, ethical considerations, and organizational or economic constraints. The integration of these technologies has the potential to improve agricultural efficiency and sustainability and generate important socioeconomic changes, encouraging a more inclusive and equitable agrarian environment. This study seeks to synthesize various viewpoints and provide insights into the impact of digital and renewable technologies on the future of agriculture for economic resilience and social development.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Smart Agriculture and AI
Digitalization and Economic Development in Agriculture
Energy
Environment
Agriculture Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 213–226
- Publication date
- 3 March 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter