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Press release…
Agricultural Engineer and Smart Agriculture Practitioner Şükrü Cem Akçay drew attention to the effects of climate change on agricultural production and emphasised the importance of new drought-resistant production models and artificial intelligence-supported technologies. Akçay said, “Climate change is one of the biggest risks not only today but also in the future. In order to resist this change in the agricultural sector, we have to use technology correctly.”
Technologies Shaping the Future…
Stating that in addition to traditional dry farming in the fight against drought, artificial intelligence-supported micro-climate sensors have revolutionised agriculture, Akçay noted that these systems offer early diagnosis and intervention in the field. He underlined that many innovations from data-based irrigation systems to automatic agricultural machinery, from plant health monitoring to disease analyses are promising for the future of farmers.
Exemplary Project in Urla Yağcılar…
Akçay also cited the model they have implemented in Yağcılar Village in Urla district of Izmir as an example. In this project, sustainable rural development is supported through modern practices such as vineyard areas, medicinal-aromatic plant production, smart greenhouses and soilless agriculture. The project is carried out in cooperation with academia, public institutions, local producers and funding sources. “With this project, we bring together the wisdom of the past and the technology of the future,” said Akçay and emphasised that the project is also a source of inspiration for women and young farmers.
Emphasis on Fair and Accessible Agriculture…
Highlighting that opportunity and gender equality are essential for shaping climate-friendly agricultural policies, Akçay said, “Fair policies, inclusive models and the right financing tools are needed for a sustainable agriculture.”
Pointing out that agriculture will move to a completely different dimension with digitalisation in the next decade, Akçay concluded, “With agroecological and artificial intelligence-supported methods, both nature-compatible and more efficient agriculture is possible.
