Smart Technologies for Transforming Next-Generation Agriculture: Deep Learning, IoT and Blockchain

Agriculture is rapidly evolving with smart technologies that make farming more efficient, secure, and sustainable. Smart Technologies for Next-Generation Agriculture breaks down how Deep Learning, IoT, and Blockchain are revolutionising crop care, livestock husbandry, yield prediction, and farm security through applied research and real-world use cases. The book also highlights challenges like data safety, environmental risks, and ethical concerns while exploring emerging frontiers such as nanotechnology and AI-driven disease detection in key crops. Key Features Detect crop diseases using deep learning and ensemble models Optimise yield prediction using big data analytics Empower livestock monitoring using IoT sensors Strengthen animal welfare with smart husbandry systems Enable farm traceability using blockchain networks Secure agricultural IoT systems with AI-based cybersecurity Improve precision farming using device-to-device communication Target Readership Researchers, agriculture technologists, and farm innovators; also valuable for postgraduate students and policymakers exploring sustainable digital agriculture solutions.