Farmer Jeremy Ford installs solar-powered autonomous irrigation system in Homestead.

Jeremy Ford, a farmer in Homestead, has installed a solar-powered autonomous irrigation system to conserve water and reduce fossil fuel reliance. The agricultural sector is increasingly adopting automation to tackle labor shortages and improve efficiency, but many small farmers are skeptical due to high costs and concerns about job displacement. While some advancements, like driverless tractors and robotic harvesting, are emerging, challenges remain in fully automating delicate tasks.

October 28, 2024
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