IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENTS

Abstract

The study aims to evaluate the perceptions of farmers in the Erode district regarding AI's impact on sustainable farming practices. Two key objectives include assessing AI in precision agriculture and evaluating the effectiveness of AI-driven automation in enhancing agricultural productivity while minimizing environmental impact. A total of 50 respondents were randomly selected for structured interviews in the Erode district. The interview schedule gathered insights into farmers' experiences with AI technologies, employing a percentage method for data analysis. The findings of the study indicate a predominantly positive perception of AI technologies, with 70% acknowledging their favourable impact on precision agriculture. AI-driven automation received an 80% positive perception, emphasizing its potential to enhance productivity. The study concluded that the transformative potential of AI in advancing sustainable agricultural practices, with farmers expressing readiness to embrace innovative technologies for resource optimization and environmental sustainability.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Precision Agriculture, Sustainable Development, Automation, Environmental Impact.