======Precision Agriculture and the Future of Farming in Europe======
Precision agriculture (PA) uses digital techniques to optimize farming, promising increased output and quality with reduced inputs, aiming for cost savings and environmental benefits.\\ 
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|Report location:  |[[https://www.europarl.europa.eu/stoa/en/document/EPRS_STU(2016)581892|source]]   |
|Language:  |English  |
|Publisher:  |[[encyclopedia:panel_for_the_future_of_science_and_technology|Panel for the Future of Science and Technology]]  |
|Publication date:  |December 22, 2016  |
|Authors:  |Christian Kurrer, Cornelia Daheim, Erica Bol, James Tarlton, Krijn Poppe, Lieve Van Woensel, Remco Schrijver, Silke den Hartog – de Wilde  |
|Time horizon:  |2050    |
|Geographic focus:  |European Union|
|Page count:  |348  |

=====Methods=====
The research method involved a foresight exercise with technical experts, stakeholders, and policymakers to develop scenarios for future PA developments, analyze opportunities and concerns, and identify policy options.\\ 
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=====Key Insights=====
Precision agriculture (PA) employs digital technologies to monitor and optimize agricultural production, promising to enhance output quality while reducing resource use. PA relies on sensor technologies, satellite navigation, and the Internet of Things. It is increasingly adopted in Europe, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and produce more and better food. This report informs European policymakers about PA's current state, future developments, societal concerns, and policy options, presenting an overview of European agriculture, PA advancements, potential future scenarios, and legislative implications.\\ 
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