The World Agrifood Innovation Conference, held in Beijing from November 2 to 4, featured the highly regarded Smart Agriculture Forum, drawing in more than 200 agricultural experts globally. The event showcased presentations from experts and entrepreneurs hailing from various countries, including the United States, Germany, Australia, Japan, Pakistan, and China.
Distinguished Pakistani academics, Professor Muhammad Naveed Tahir from Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR), and Professor Farman Ali Chandio from the University of Sindh, shared insights into Pakistan’s agricultural landscape. They presented visionary ideas for precision agriculture and digital farming, emphasizing the potential for real-time technology to revolutionize the application of agricultural inputs.
Dr. Muhammad Naveed Tahir highlighted the successful implementation of variable rate technology (VRT) in Pakistan, enabling precise allocation of agricultural inputs based on spatial variations in soil, topography, and other field characteristics. He shared his experiences in establishing a Smart Internet of Things (IoT) Farm and noted the climatic similarities between China and Pakistan, offering a significant opportunity for mutual learning and collaboration.
Wang Yingkuan, the Secretary-General of the China Society of Agricultural Engineering and the forum’s host, stressed the importance of leveraging modern technologies like IoT to enhance agricultural production and management capabilities. He expressed hope for fostering innovation and the application of smart agricultural technologies through international exchanges and cooperation with Pakistan. This collaborative spirit reflects China’s commitment to advancing global agricultural practices and knowledge sharing.
