AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

The UK Government's Strategy for Agricultural Technology acknowledged this as distinct sector .

In the field of Agriculture there are many essential processes occurring simultaneously . Technology is enabling the monitoring of these processes in fine detail and that data can now be gathered, transmitted, and assimilated as never before The data informs the decisionmaking process in far greater detail than was possible even a few years ago

Technology correctly deployed will improve the environmental and economic performance of the farm The reduction and tailoring of inputs to the exact requirement of the crop or livestock ensures a more profitable, environmentally sustainable farming process

Innovations in our agricultural systems can reduce the carbon footprint of our food supply, whilst advances in technologies can improve the management of wastes and control of pollution, making a career in the sector an excellent choice for those who are passionate about climate change as well as technology

An Agricultural Technology graduate should be able to maintain and install a precision farming system in any global agricultural system through an understanding of what is being measured (Agricultural Science), how it is measured (Computer Science), what data is being generated, and how the consequent data flow can be transmitted and translated into a useable format using best practice and the latest technology

The market in Agricultural Technology is growing exponentially and is expected to value more than 24 billion pounds by 2027 Government support for the implementation of modern agricultural techniques will accelerate the adoption of these technologies but only if there is a workforce equipped to implement, manage and maintain these systems

With a booming market, innovative and exciting careers and labour market, it’s an exciting time to become part of the 4AR or the Fourth Agricultural Revolution.