Harvesting Solutions: The Intersection of Technology, Agriculture, and Healthcare
Advancements in agricultural technology, including CRISPR gene-editing, blockchain technology, nanotechnology, and precision agriculture, are revolutionizing farming practices and offering sustainable solutions to global challenges like food insecurity, poverty, and climate change. These innovations hold immense potential to enhance crop yields, improve resource efficiency, strengthen supply chain transparency, and contribute to economic stability by fostering inclusive growth and empowering marginalized farming communities. However, widespread adoption faces ethical, financial, and regulatory barriers, including concerns about biodiversity preservation, unintended ecological consequences, and the need for infrastructure upgrades and policy frameworks prioritizing digital inclusion. Synthetic food production, such as lab-grown meats, also poses questions about the long-term impacts of artificial growth mediums and genetic manipulation on human health, requiring rigorous scientific evaluation and public dialogue. This paper explores the transformative role of these technologies in creating resilient food systems, examining their potential to reduce disparities in food access and their broader socio-economic impacts. By advancing global food security, fostering environmental sustainability, and addressing systemic inequalities, these innovations underscore the critical interplay between technology, policy, and community engagement in shaping the future of agriculture.
Authors
- Uzoma Emelogu
- Katarina Ponce
- Supriya Ganji
Institutions
- The University of Texas at San Antonio (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Strategic Innovation and Sustainability
- Published
- 2025-04-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.33423/jsis.v20i1.7593
- Primary Topic
- Biotechnology and Related Fields
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00