The fusion of agriculture with the Internet of Things (IoT) has given rise to smart farming and IoT experts who harness networked technologies to optimize farming systems. By deploying interconnected devices such as soil sensors, weather monitors, automated irrigation systems, and livestock trackers, these professionals make real-time monitoring and control possible on farms of any size. Smart farming and IoT experts work to create digital ecosystems where data flows seamlessly from the field to decision-makers, ensuring timely actions and reducing resource waste. These experts engineer solutions that deliver alerts on pest threats, irrigation needs, equipment malfunctions, or yield anomalies directly to a farmer’s smartphone. Their work not only enhances productivity but also enables traceability and compliance with food safety standards. They are instrumental in developing platforms that integrate AI and blockchain for secure, transparent data management. Through collaboration with tech developers, agronomists, and supply chain managers, smart farming and IoT experts are creating intelligent infrastructure that supports predictive agriculture and precision logistics. Their innovations are particularly impactful in addressing water scarcity, labor inefficiencies, and carbon emissions. By embedding intelligence into physical farming systems, these professionals are redefining what it means to cultivate food in the digital age.
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Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
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Title : Seed-cotton (or kapas) agricultural pollution and environmental health impact assessment
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Title : Monitoring, threats and conservation strategies for plant biodiversity in Greek forest ecosystems
Alexandra D Solomou, Hellenic Agricultural Organization – Dimitra, Institute of Mediterranean Forest Ecosystems (IMFE), Greece
Title : Improving food system awareness with agritourism: The Tour de Farm in Duval County, Florida
Stephen Jennewein, University of Florida, United States
Title : Soil degradation and methods to improve soil fertility – Bulgaria case
Martin Banov, Institute of Soil Science Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection, Bulgaria