How AGCO Fendt is using the Internet of Things to bring intelligence to its agricultural equipment and processes.
Smart Farming employs modern technologies to enhance the performance, efficiency, and sustainability of agricultural operations. By utilizing sensors, drones, GPS, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT), real-time data is collected in Agriculture 4.0. Analyzing this data enables informed decision-making and more efficient utilization of resources such as water, fertilizer, and energy.
Many agricultural machines are already highly automated and offer various interfaces for implementing Digital Farming. However, one of the challenges of digital agriculture lies in network connectivity, as many devices operate over a wide area. A primary goal of Smart Farming – also known as Future Farming – is to overcome this challenge and integrate various agricultural machines into an integrated network.
The application areas of Smart Farming can be divided into four categories:
In Precision Farming, farmers utilize data from various sources such as sensors, satellites, or drones to precisely tailor the application of seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides to the individual needs of specific plants or small areas. This more precise application saves costs, supports compliance with fertilizer regulations, and contributes to environmental protection.
In Livestock Monitoring, health parameters of animals such as movement patterns, feed intake, and temperature are monitored to improve well-being and detect diseases early. As part of a Smart-Corp approach, plants are also monitored using sensors to optimize their fertilizer needs.
Autonomous agricultural machinery and robotics are indispensable in digital agriculture – whether as a tractor, harvester, or in processing. Machines that largely or even completely take over tasks autonomously reduce labor costs, increase efficiency, and partially compensate for the labor shortage.
Climate control, ventilation, and lighting – Smart Farming manifests itself in various aspects, and modern farms are optimally managed through intelligent building management. Greenhouses, barns, and warehouses are operated particularly energy efficiently.
Whether in the field, in the tractor, or on the farm – Smart Farming is an investment in the future and offers numerous opportunities for the implementation of new technologies.
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