ASCOT Library Zabali Campus

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Introduction --
2. Importance of agriculture in human life --
3. Agricultural technology --
4. Agricultural productivity --
5. Agricultural biotechnology --
6. Agriculture and food security --
7. Agriculture marketing --
8. Food production, utilization and management.

"Agricultural technology, or agri-tech, is specifically about developing new technologies to expand food production. A main focus of agri-tech is reducing the impact of farming on the environment, but it can also increase productivity, profit, or health and safety. IT IS believed that the rise in agriculture and farming led to the growth of civilisation. But the continued spread of unsustainable agriculture could lead to the downfall of civilisation as well. It is estimated that by 2050, the world's population will be over 9 billion almost 35% more than there is today. And there is pressure on the agri-food sector to find new and inventive ways to feed these people. Agri-food is the largest job sector in the world and is therefore suitable for graduates from many disciplines. The sector is traditionally filled with those who have Biosciences, Engineering, Computer Science, Food Science and of course Agricultural degrees. However, there are very few courses that are specifically geared towards the sector and there is an emerging shortage of higher level skills facing the food and farming industries. The agri-food sector is the process of food production and distribution, and includes a vast range of roles from farming to the point of eating. Agriculture companies, food manufacturers, producers and retailers are large employers in this sector, as are government departments that develop food policy. The agri- food sector is also intrinsically linked to globally important challenges such as land and water use, climate change, and health and well-being. In this book we are discussing of efficient and smart technology developed through advanced agricultural sciences for the benefit of farmers who can produce quality food in abundance. The book will be useful for all." -- Provided by publisher