With the global population rising and challenges like climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity intensifying, the pressure on farmers to produce more with fewer resources has never been greater. The question remains: Will there be enough food to feed the world in the coming decades?
A surprising solution is emerging—artificial intelligence (AI). While smallholder farmers produce 80% of the world’s food, many are struggling to meet growing demand. By 2030, an estimated 32 million more people will face hunger, underscoring the urgent need for innovative agricultural solutions.
For centuries, farming relied on tradition, but AI is revolutionizing food production. From precision crop management to AI-powered drones that detect pests before infestations spread, technology is helping farmers increase yields while conserving water, fertilizers, and land.
In East Africa, AI is being combined with blockchain technology to give farmers access to financial tools, allowing them to switch to more profitable crops like avocados. Meanwhile, real-time soil sensors and predictive analytics are empowering small-scale farmers with data-driven insights, leading to higher productivity and resilience against climate shocks.
Cointelegraph’s latest documentary dives into this agricultural transformation, featuring insights from farmers, industry experts, and tech pioneers who reveal how AI is reshaping farming today—not in the distant future, but right now.
