Digital Agricultural Ecosystem: An Introduction

The primary goal of this chapter is to offer a comprehensive examination of digital agriculture from a critical perspective with a specific emphasis on forming an ecosystem that highlights the linkages between agriculture and technology. This chapter examines various definitions of digital agriculture and explores the theoretical foundation that supports this concept and emphasizes the essential elements required for establishing this ecosystem. The present chapter also discusses how technology has affected the development of agriculture, with a focus on the potential benefits of digital agriculture for productivity, sustainability, and profitability. Such an objective should be a top priority for government stakeholders and decision-makers due to the possible policy consequences. The research also emphasizes the necessity for the adoption of clear ethical and regulatory rules in order to secure the long-term viability of digital technologies in agriculture for the benefit of all stakeholders.