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Role of IoT in Lean Agriculture

V. D. Krishnaveni

Abstract


The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a system of networked or interconnected devices that contains
sensors and embedded systems which can communicate with humans and other objects. While its
application in smart homes and smart cities is being widely recognized, its potential application in the
field of agriculture is not very prominent. With shrinking resources, there is a pressure on farmers to
become leaner in their operations. IoT systems can help farmers in their pursuit of efficiency and
resource optimization. This paper highlights the possible role of IoT in making agricultural
operations leaner. It details the stage-by-stage potential applications and focuses on how farm sensor
information can combine with information available on the internet such as procurement prices,
market data, and so on to help farmers make more informed business choices. The upsides and
downsides of using the technology in its current form are also touched upon.


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