Precision Agriculture Through a Real-Time Systems Perspective: A Narrative Review
2026
Mansub Haseeb Bhat | Rickiel Franklin da Silva | Sameer Bhat | Aeshna Sinha | Kenneth J. Moore
Precision agriculture employs state-of-the-art technologies to improve the economic viability, sustainability, and efficiency of agricultural practices. This paper offers a thorough review of precision agriculture, with an emphasis on real-time systems as a foundation for understanding the integration and impact of major technologies. We examine technologies such as digital twins, mobile applications, autonomous systems, location-aware technologies, edge computing, and Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) that are revolutionizing agricultural processes. We also discuss the potential of other sensing techniques to enhance precision farming, including image analysis, sensory and chemical analysis, and physical state detection. Additionally, the roles that data transmission protocols, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning play in maximizing real-time data processing and decision-making are examined. We emphasize the main challenges and limitations in precision agriculture, such as data interoperability, scalability, and system integration. With a focus on market trends and local issues, we examine how AI, real-time systems, sensor technologies, and financial constraints impact the growth of precision agriculture. These advancements have an impact on precise monitoring, post-harvest management, and human health. Lastly, we provide suggestions for successful integration and future developments in precision agriculture, emphasizing design, engineering, and creative approaches to assist the field’s ongoing development.
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