Title: Seed of Change :Agriculture for Tomorrow


Authors: Tharunika CS, Varsha J , Booma Jayapalan


Published in: Volume 3 Issue 1 Jan June 2026, Page No. 57-60


DOI: 10.63844/IJAITR.v3.i1.2026.57-60 cite


Keywords: SDG 2: Zero Hunger- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production- SDG 13: Climate Action- SDG 15: Life on Land - Innovating the Future Farming- merging innovation with sustainability.


Abstract: Agriculture is the backbone of human civilization and a key driver of sustainable development. Yet, traditional farming struggles to meet the rising demands of a global population projected to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050. Challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and environmental degradation call for urgent transformation. Innovating the Future Farming emphasizes the use of modern technologies and sustainable practices to create a more resilient, efficient, and eco-friendly agricultural system.Future farming integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), drones, robotics, and data analytics to enable precision agriculture. Real-time monitoring of soil health, weather patterns, pest activity, and crop growth improves decision-making and resource efficiency. Methods such as vertical farming, hydroponics, aquaponics, and aeroponics maximize productivity in limited spaces, ensuring year-round cultivation while reducing land use and energy consumption. Biotechnology and genetic engineering further enhance climate-resilient crops, strengthening food security. SDG 2: Zero Hunger – Higher yields and diversified food systems combat hunger and malnutrition.SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Smart farming minimizes input wastage and promotes organic, sustainable supply chains. SDG 13: Climate Action – Renewable energy-powered irrigation and reduced chemical use cut greenhouse gas emissions. SDG 15: Life on Land – Agroforestry, soil regeneration, and biodiversity-friendly farming restore ecosystems.By merging innovation with sustainability, future farming enhances food security, reduces environmental impacts, and promotes economic growth. Overall, it creates a greener, smarter, and more secure global food system, ensuring resilience for generations to come.


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