Technology could move modern agriculture towards a revolution, as researchers perfect robots that are able to harvest delicate fruits and vegetables, or perform multiple tasks such as seeding, tillage and harvesting. Drones are providing clearer images of crops, while hyper-accurate GPS-programmed pesticide sprayers can help reduce the chemical impact on the environment. The technology is also being used in agriculture, where it has been shown to be more effective than traditional methods at reducing crop damage from pests, weeds and disease.
Technology could move modern agriculture towards a revolution, as researchers perfect robots that are able to harvest delicate fruits and vegetables, or perform multiple tasks such as seeding, tillage and harvesting. Drones are providing clearer images of crops, while hyper-accurate GPS-programmed pesticide sprayers can help reduce the chemical impact on the environment. In livestock farming, stationary robots are being used to milk cows, increasing yield and reducing costs.