The Food Fight

The Future of Farming: AI, Digital Agronomy, and the Water Crisis

The Future of Farming: AI, Digital Agronomy, and the Water Crisis

The Food Fight


Published: 12 February 2025 at 11:38 UTC

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Farming is undergoing a transformation, driven by climate change, water scarcity, and technological innovation. With rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increasing water shortages, growers are facing unprecedented challenges. But can digital agronomy and AI-powered solutions help?

In this episode, we sit down with Darryn Keiller, founder and CEO of WayBeyond, to explore how data-driven farming, predictive analytics, and AI are revolutionising agriculture. Darryn shares insights on how precision irrigation, real-time climate modelling, and automated pest management are helping farmers optimise production, conserve resources, and prepare for the future.

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