Farmers' perceptions of precision agriculture technologies as a path towards climate change mitigation

Climate change is a significant global challenge, affecting food system, human health and future generations. The adaption and mitigation are linked to sustainable practices such as adopting precision agriculture. In Bulgaria, the issues connected with climate change have led to the necessity of agriculture transformation and implementation of adaptation measures. Observing farmers' attitudes and willingness to adopt practices like precision farming is essential for enhancing agricultural resilience. This study explores Bulgarian farmers' perceptions of climate change and the role of precision technologies in mitigation efforts. The paper is based on a survey of sixty farmers in South Bulgaria. The study results indicate that producers are well-informed about precision technologies and their potential and benefits. The majority of the farmers are aware of climate change's serious impact on agriculture and the crucial role precision farming plays in addressing these challenges. Therefore, a targeted government policy is vital for promoting innovation and precision technologies in Bulgarian agriculture. Keywords: digitalization, precision technologies, climate resilience, adaptation strategy