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Computers in production agriculture.

D A Holt

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |April 26, 1985
    PubMed
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    Computer technology is crucial for modern US agriculture, but farmers need more affordable, integrated systems. Continued research and development are essential to provide the necessary tools for farmers to remain competitive.

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    Area of Science:

    • Agricultural Science
    • Computer Science
    • Technology Adoption

    Background:

    • Modern agricultural operations are increasingly complex, necessitating advanced management tools.
    • Farmers actively seek and adopt computer technology, influenced by economic factors and availability.
    • Current economic conditions make farmers price-sensitive regarding technology investments.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the growing importance of computer technology in US farm management.
    • To assess the current demand and adoption rate of agricultural technology by farmers.
    • To identify the gap between farmers' needs and the available integrated hardware and software solutions.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of farmer demand for computer technology in agriculture.

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  • Evaluation of the current state of agricultural software and hardware packages.
  • Assessment of the role of research and development in providing advanced farming tools.

    • Main Results:

    • Farmers are eager to adopt computer technology, but price sensitivity is a major constraint.
    • The agricultural research and development system has not yet delivered comprehensive, integrated solutions.
    • There is a significant need for advanced software, hardware, simulators, and expert systems.

    Conclusions:

    • Computers are becoming indispensable for successful farm operation and management in the US.
    • Further development of integrated technological packages is required to support American farmers.
    • Bridging the gap between farmer demand and technological supply is critical for maintaining agricultural competitiveness.