The Digital Revolution in Agriculture: Precision Farming Takes the Lead
The global precision farming market was valued at approximately USD 11.67 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.1% from 2025 to 2030. This strong growth trajectory is primarily driven by the rapid advancement and adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and the increasing reliance of farmers on advanced data analytics. Precision farming, a cornerstone of smart agriculture, is reshaping traditional farming methods by enabling data-driven decision-making for optimized resource utilization and enhanced productivity. At the core of this transformation is the integration of advanced analytics, a key component of data science. These tools leverage algorithms, predictive models, and data visualization techniques to identify trends in environmental and crop-related data. By interpreting this data, farmers are better equipped to make strategic decisions regarding crop care, soil management, irrigation, and fertilizer u...