| | SEPTEMBER 20244VOL 10 · ISSUE 2 - 9 · SEPTEMBER, 2024 PublisherOffice Editorial queries editor@ciotechoutlook.com To subscribeVisit www.ciotechoutlook.com/magazine/or send email to: subscription@ciotechoutlook.comMagazine Price is Rs 150 per issuePrabhu Dutta A.R.N RayAlok ChaturvediManager DesignMagendran PerumalCirculation ManagerEditorial TeamNo. 124, 2nd Floor, Surya Chambers, Old Airport Road, Murugheshpalya, Bangalore-560017Mrigank SharmaSurbhi SumanManaging EditorSudhakar SinghVisualizersAdvertising queriessales@ciotechoutlook.comBangaloreTel 080 46441103Gm Sales & MarketingRavi KalgiPrinted and published by Alok Chaturvedi on Behalf of Biz Print Media Technologies Pvt Ltd and Printed at Executive Prints - 113/7, Ground floor, Old madras road, Halasuru, Bangalore - 560008 and Published at No. 124, 2nd Floor, Surya Chambers, Old Airport Road, Murugeshpalya, Bangalore-560017.Copyright © 2024 Biz Print Media Technologies Pvt Ltd, All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher.Roshan AktharNalini BramhanpalliViswanathan ANoidaTel 120 4639300EDITORIALDATA-DRIVEN AGRICULTURE FOR TOMORROW Smart agriculture technology solutions are becoming more popular at the moment due to the need for better and efficient agricultural practices. The development of IoT devices, AI, and data analytics has led to this sector's growth as it disrupts traditional ways of practicing agriculture. Sensors, drones and other connected devices offer valuable data on soil, climate and the crops' state. It helps farmers in decision making and utilization of resources in order to improve on yield. For instance, precision irrigation systems involve the use of data to ensure that water is supplied to the plants only in the right quantity and at the right time to enhance performance. AI and machine learning algorithms add on to this market by helping to advance the predictive analysis. These technologies help to predict pest attacks, diseases and the right time for harvesting through analyzing large data. As a result, farmers are able to apply specific measures, which are effective, and the amount of losses is reduced. Smart agriculture also has the growth of integrating blockchain technology into the farming process. Blockchain can be used to secure the food supply chain from farm to table and increase the level of transparency. It can also be used in checking the authenticity of organic food produce as well as meeting the set regulatory measures. Furthermore, the need to embrace sustainable practices and the protection of the environment leads to the use of smart agriculture solutions. Technologies that exclude or limit the use of chemicals, reduce carbon emissions and save water are in line with global sustainability initiatives, thus driving the market. This issue acquaints you with the 10 most promising companies in this field. In this special issue, CIOTechOutlook brings to you the companies that have made their mark in this domain with their technology acumen and industry expertise. These companies have kept abreast of the new technological advancements in this sector and have leveraged them to their full potential. We hope this issue gives you helpful insights into this market landscape. Sudhakar SinghManaging Editorsudhakar@ciotechoutlook.com
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