Change the future of “Agriculture” in Thailand
Modern agriculture that is becoming a trend all over the world. It is full of technology and innovations in agriculture. which was used to develop farming methods Facilitating the lives of modern farmers (Smart Farmer) in almost every aspect, including helping to solve problems in terms of decreased agricultural land due to the expansion of urban society. unpredictable weather conditions less number of farmers the impact of disasters, etc., so that we still have enough production to meet our consumption needs.
then we will see What kind of “modern agricultural innovations” happen in Thailand? Today, Siam water flame has gathered trends in agricultural innovation that are suitable for Thailand. to be ideas for farmers and entrepreneurial innovation have led to the development of agriculture and create new opportunities to related businesses
Digital agriculture
Digital agriculture is the utilization of collecting various agricultural data, including soil conditions, water conditions, temperature, humidity, amount of light, and cultivated areas. growth situation, etc., which will make it possible to understand the problems and needs that differ from area to area. Help find suitable farming practices. The most accurate and efficient for farmers.
The important thing is that we can use existing information to extend along with artificial intelligence (AI), for example, using AI to help control the plant plots. The farmers hardly have to go down and mix by themselves. were used to analyze the differences of weeds in agricultural plots. to find a way to get rid of it on the spot or to analyze the risks caused by weathering to help reduce the risk of disease increase productivity
Agricultural machinery, robots, drones and automation
Although the demand for agricultural products will increase with the world’s population. But on the other hand, the number of farmers present is diminishing. Innovations in agricultural machinery, robots, drones and various automation systems therefore plays an important role to help farmers save time save labor but still producing the same output (or more than ever)
But the benefits of using these innovations Not just good as a power saver It also means increased efficiency, lower costs and improved quality of life. to farmers unknowingly, such as Israel’s first AI robot that will work automatically when the flowers are ready for pollination in suitable temperature and humidity The chances of success are higher than if left naturally, or the use of drones to grow rice with precision and can double production.
Agricultural biotechnology
Don’t think too much about sci-fi movies where genetically modified plants and animals are a big problem. Because in fact, agricultural biotechnology It is an application of a variety of sciences, including biology, chemistry, and agricultural knowledge. to develop microorganisms for agricultural applications gene modification improve plants or animals to become products, businesses and solutions to agricultural problems
Biotechnology has begun to be widely used in agriculture, such as the utilization of microorganisms in the soil. To encourage growth and be resistant to drought conditions. resistant to weeds Reduce the use of fertilizers and pesticides. or even breeding animals to be resistant to epidemics
New Farm Management
In the past, the way of life of farmers hung on the risk. It all depends on the weather conditions which are difficult to control. Until the problem of unstable productivity Therefore, it became a new trend in farm management. that improves the efficiency of the production process regulate growth factors of plants and animals and help farmers not have to worry about damage to their crops.
An example of a new type of farm that is becoming popular is the plant factory system that can control the environment. Both providing water, light, temperature and humidity that are appropriate. which in addition to helping plants grow well Can also grow crops out of season. Vertical farming trend (Vertical Farm) suitable for urban farming solve the problem of lack of cultivated land Including making trends “Insect farms”, the protein source of the future that the world is watching
Post-harvest handling and transportation
The challenge issue for Thai farmers is being a tropical country. which resulted in various agricultural products have thin skin easy to rot causing the farmers to not sell their produce in full
Therefore, it is the source of innovation development that is of great interest. Environmentally friendly packaging and storage Non-chemical life extension process Including a convenient and accurate production quality inspection system does not destroy the productivity and innovations that can be transported quickly after harvest, such as ozone-controlled containers which extends the shelf life of the berry group Allowing farmers to change transportation via boats instead of planes. or the development of new coatings by skilled startups, AgTech, Thailand, etc.
Agribusiness services
Even knowing that AgTech innovations will benefit their careers But with the agricultural industry structure Most of them are medium to small scale farming. causing the farmers to not be able to invest in buying their own innovations
therefore became a trend for agricultural business services That allows farmers to borrow agricultural innovations in a tangible place, such as a reservation system for spraying fertilizer drones, spraying pesticides, a reservation system for agricultural machinery, etc., as well as a platform for selling agricultural products online. Help farmers reach consumers without going through the middlemen. solve the problem of depressing the price of produce and help connect farmers with consumers, industrial factories or restaurant and allow them to trade continuously
