Published Jun 30, 2024
Industrial agriculture is the increased use of farmlands to produce the highest yield possible, gain profit, and support the human food supply. Here are some key challenges and solutions.
Intensive Farming practices lead to poor soil health and loss of fertility. Excessive water use in farming often depletes water levels, and chemical fertilizers pollute water bodies.
Industrial agriculture emits a large amount of greenhouse gas methane from livestock and nitrous oxide from chemical fertilizers. These gases cause air pollution and frequent and extreme climate change.
Including ecological methods in Industrial Agriculture can improve soil health and fertility, increase biodiversity, and help mitigate climate change. Methods like crop rotation can be helpful.
Precise Agriculture is a game-changer for Industrial Agriculture. Technologies like GPS, drones, and sensors can help manage farms and obtain real-time data on soil moisture and crop health.
Parasites can control pest populations and reduce the use of chemical fertilizers. Methods like Intercropping and other cultural practices can also help manage pests and improve the quality of the soil.