The contribution of Information Technology in agriculture to sustainable development

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https://doi.org/10.33148/CETROPv48n2(2024)2313

Abstract

Agriculture has always been a fundamental part of human civilization, providing essential food and raw materials. However, over the decades, agriculture has undergone a significant transformation driven by the advancement of Information Technology (IT). Today, IT integration in agriculture plays a critical role in optimizing processes, increasing productivity and improving the sustainability of the agricultural sector. The importance of Information Technology in agriculture can be observed on several fronts. In addition to the obvious economic benefits, incorporating IT into agriculture is critical to addressing pressing global issues such as food security, natural resource scarcity and climate change. The present study aims to analyze the importance of information technology in agriculture. The methodology used is qualitative research, through a bibliographic review. It is concluded that Information Technology plays an increasingly vital role in modern agriculture. It not only increases efficiency and productivity, but also helps shape the future of agriculture in a sustainable way. As technology continues to advance, it is essential that farmers and the agricultural industry continue to embrace these innovations to meet the challenges that the future presents.

Keywords: Technology. Agriculture. Food production.

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Author Biographies

Henrique da Silva, Uniara - Universidade de Araquara

Mestrando em Desenvolvimento Territorial e Meio Ambiente pela Universidade de Araraquara (UNIARA).

Leandro de Lima Santos, Universidade Federal de Goiás (UFG)

Doutorado em Sociologia (Linha de pesquisa em Participação Política, Instituições e Condições Sociais da Democracia) pela UFG, Mestrado em Agronegócio (Linha de pesquisa em Agricultura Familiar) pela UFG, Especialização em Direito Agrário pela UFG e Graduação em Economia pela Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Goiás (PUC-GO). Atualmente é professor da Faculdade de Ciências Sociais da UFG (FCS/UFG), do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Conservação e Sustentabilidade da Universidade Federal de São Carlos (PPGCS/UFSCar), do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Agroecologia e Desenvolvimento Rural da UFSCar (PPGADR/UFSCar) e do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Desenvolvimento Territorial e Meio Ambiente da Universidade de Araraquara (PPGDTMA/UNIARA).

Published

2024-12-06

How to Cite

da Silva, H., & de Lima Santos, L. (2024). The contribution of Information Technology in agriculture to sustainable development. Ciência & Trópico, 48(2). https://doi.org/10.33148/CETROPv48n2(2024)2313

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