Economic Efficiency from Digitization in Agriculture

Abstract: Agriculture is a vital sector of material production, designed to satisfy the needs of the population for food, and the food and processing industry for raw materials. A long-term goal for the development of the food segment is to ensure national food security and realize the export food potential of the principles of sustainability and innovation. Digitalization in agriculture has the potential to address numerous challenges, but its success depends on strategic implementation with foresight and adaptability. By leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and developing cyber-physical systems, the agricultural sector can enhance efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. The created digital models of each resource must have a hierarchical structure and cover all levels of management from specific industries to the decision-making system of the country's political leadership. Digital agriculture requires the attraction of deeper and more effective technologies. Technological processes in agriculture differ significantly from those in industry, as they are closely linked to biological elements such as plants, animals, soil, and the surrounding ecological environment. These natural components introduce unique challenges and require specialized approaches to ensure sustainable and efficient agricultural practices.