Agricultural Robotics: Innovations, Hurdles, and Future Trends

Authors

  • Pankaj Kumar Ojha (Subject Editor), Dept of Agricultural Extension, Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda- 210001 U.P, (pankajojhabhu@gmail.com)
  • Kalyan Ghadei Professor & Head Department of Agricultural Extension Education Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi- 221005 (U.P.)

Keywords:

agricultural robotics, precision farming, challenges, future prospects, autonomy, human-robot collaboration, sustainability, agricultual informatics.

Abstract

Explores the transformative potential of agricultural robotics, addressing challenges and future prospects. In the face of population explosion, the adopting sustainable and efficient farming practices is paramount. The paper discusses the challenges of traditional agriculture, a few of which can be solved by using robotics. In this context authors discuss precision farming, harvesting automation, livestock management, and technologies used, showcasing the versatility of robotic solutions. Challenges discussed include high initial costs, adaptability issues, and the ethical considerations of job displacement. The possibilites identified include advancements in autonomous navigation, swarm robotics, and AI integration, promising increased affordability, adaptability, and sustainability. Human-robot collaboration and human intuition and robotic precision are also considered as areas for informatics research. Authors underscore the significance of responsible implementation, and opine that agricultural robotics will contribute to a resilient, technologically advanced future.

Author Biographies

  • Pankaj Kumar Ojha, (Subject Editor), Dept of Agricultural Extension, Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda- 210001 U.P, (pankajojhabhu@gmail.com)
    Dr. Pankaj Kumar Ojha did his his M.Sc. (Agriculture.) in Extension Education from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India and Ph.D. in Extension Education from Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Bihar with Gold Medal. Has also PG Diploma in Rural Development from IGNOU, Theatre communication from Banaras Hindu University, and MBA (HR & IT) from Vivekananda Subharti University, Meerut, U.P. He has numbers of publications to his credit including four edited books, research papers, book chapters, review articles, popular articles, etc. He was honored with national award AIASA Gold Medal for his literary contribution. Presently he is faculty of Department of Agricultural Extension, Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda, India.
  • Kalyan Ghadei, Professor & Head Department of Agricultural Extension Education Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi- 221005 (U.P.)

    Professor & Head
    Department of Agricultural Extension Education
    Institute of Agricultural Sciences,
    Banaras Hindu University,
    Varanasi- 221005 (U.P.)

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Published

2024-08-16

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Vol. 11 No. 3 (2024): The Enduring Legacy of M.S. Swaminathan in Agriculture

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