Harnessing AI to Reshape the Future of Agriculture

This book explores the cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence, fuzzy logic, and sustainable agriculture. Written in accessible language, this comprehensive volume brings together insights from leading experts to address the pressing challenges facing global food systems in the era of climate change. From multi-factorial yield forecasting to adaptive fertilizer prescription, the book covers a wide range of innovative applications. It examines how emerging technologies like satellite imagery analysis, precision farming, and even the agricultural metaverse are revolutionizing farming practices. Readers will discover how these advanced tools are enhancing crop resilience, optimizing resource use, and improving overall agricultural sustainability. More than just a technical guide, "Smart Farming" also delves into the economic dynamics of technology adoption in agriculture and discusses the policy interventions needed to accelerate this transformation. Whether you're a farmer, researcher, policymaker, or student, this book offers valuable insights into creating a more resilient and efficient global food system. It presents a vision of the future where technology and nature work in harmony to feed a growing world population while preserving our planet's resources. Agriculture has come a long way from its ancient roots of manual labor and basic tools. Over centuries, it progressed through mechanization with tractors and machinery, and in recent decades, has entered the digital age. This latest evolution, known as "smart farming," combines sensors, data analysis, and automation to make farming more precise and efficient. At the forefront of this revolution are Artificial Intelligence (AI) and fuzzy logic. AI systems can perform complex tasks like visual analysis and decision-making, while fuzzy logic deals with approximate reasoning, making both particularly suited to the complex, variable world of agriculture.

Dr. Pushan Kumar Dutta is an Associate Professor Grade at Amity University Kolkata in the Electronics and Communication Engineering department. He holds a Ph.D. from Jadavpur University and completed a post-doctorate as an Erasmus Mundus Scholar under the European Union Leaders Program (2015–2016) at the University of Oradea. His research interests include data mining, AI, edge computing, and predictive analytics, with applications in smart cities, healthcare, and sustainability. Dr. Dutta has published over 114 Scopus-indexed articles and numerous works in IEEE Xplore and Springer Lecture Notes. A recipient of the ‘Mentor of Change’ by NITI Aayog and other awards, he is known for his innovative teaching methods, two Indian patents, and international contributions, including winning an international white paper contest.

Dr. Rashmi Singh, a professor in the Department of Mathematics at Amity Institute of Applied Sciences, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida, has dedicated over two decades to academic excellence and mathematical research. Her impactful career includes publishing more than 45 research articles, supervising 4 Ph.D. students, and mentoring over 30 Masters and undergraduate students. She also worked as a research assistant at Allahabad Mathematical Society for three years, from 2002 to 2005. She is recognized as an editor and reviewer for various referred and peer-reviewed national and international journals. Dr. Singh serves as the Brand Ambassador for Bentham Sciences journals, guest editor for IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics and Measurement Sensors, and holds editorial positions in various prestigious journals, including Scientific Reports.

A. K. Haghi, Ph.D., is a retired professor and has written, co-written, edited or co-edited more than 1000 publications, including books, book chapters, and papers in refereed journals with over 4500 citations. He is an Honorary Research Associate (HRA) at the Chemistry Centre, University of Coimbra, Portugal. He is the Founder and former Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Chemoinformatics and Chemical Engineering and Polymers Research Journal. He has acted as an editorial board member of many international journals.

Dr. Ahmed Alhussaini Hamad is an Egyptian academic and researcher specializing in Food Hygiene and Quality Control. He has over a decade of experience in veterinary public health and food safety, with research focusing on food hygiene, biofilm control, and innovative preservation technologies. He has authored and co-authored several scientific papers, reviews, and book chapters in reputable international journals. Dr. Ahmed serves as a peer reviewer and editorial board member for leading publishers. His contributions extend to national research projects funded by Egypt’s STDF and Ministry of Higher Education, promoting advancements in food safety and quality assurance.