Enhancing agricultural industry through industry 4.0

Abstract

Agricultural industry is essential for humanity. It provides it with food, fibers, fuel and raw materials that are necessary for a normal living. As the technology advance, it is vital to see how the same technology can be implemented in other industries. With the development of Industry 4.0, many industries are trying to implement new technologies. Industry 4.0 represents the current peak of industry development. Today there are demands in various industries for shorter delivery and production time, more efficient, cost efficient and automated processes. The technology of Industry 4.0 can be applied to agricultural industry as well. Improvements of agricultural machineries in terms of electronic, sensors to enhance their current performances. Using electronics, sensors and drones, supports the data collection of agriculture key aspects, such as crops behaviour, weather, animals etc. The main task is how to implement the right methods in order to enhance agricultural industry with the help of Industry 4.0.