The role of artificial intelligence in the development of the agro-industrial complex

According to Kunal Singhal, Managing Director of Eazy Business Solutions, failing to integrate artificial intelligence into the agricultural and food sectors slows down economic development and leads to unjustified resource losses. Technologies allow for the analysis of data sets in a proactive mode, offering producers, farmers, and distributors specific recommendations for making management decisions.

Within the framework of the government mission for the digitalization of agriculture and thanks to the activity of private companies, visibility is improving for such indicators as soil condition, the availability of water resources, and the suitability of land for specific crops. Accurate information helps farmers choose the most profitable types of products, and the state to plan the distribution of seed stocks and forecast weather risks, which contributes to the growth of total production volume.

Digital solutions are also transforming supply chains. Using inventory management systems and optimizing transport routes allows for addressing the issue of the short shelf life of agricultural produce. Through tracking, companies can monitor the location of goods and determine the most effective distribution channels. Furthermore, modern systems contribute to the elimination of the intermediary tier, which has a positive impact on the incomes of agricultural producers.

To date, the pace of AI adoption on farms remains moderate, however, the situation is changing thanks to support from the government and private business. The technological modernization of agriculture makes the industry more attractive to the younger generation, which uses digital tools to plan logistics and agrotechnical operations. Eazy Business Solutions, which works with brands such as Phalada Agro, Ashok Masale, MDH, Bunge, General Mills, Pillsbury, and Priyagold, notes that the use of digital management systems helps clients reduce waste, improve packaging, and ensure product traceability.