‘Harvesting data’: Latin American AI startups transform farming


Aerial view of a soybean plantation at one of the plots of the Bom Jardim Lagoano farm in the municipality of Montividiu, Goias State. — AFP Relaxnews

For centuries, farmers used almanacs to try to understand and predict weather patterns.

Now, a new crop of Latin American startups is helping do that with artificial intelligence, promising a farming revolution in agricultural giants like Brazil, the world’s biggest exporter of soybeans, corn and beef.


Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Others Also Read


Want to listen to full audio?

Unlock unlimited access to enjoy personalise features on the TheStar.com.my

Already a subscriber? Log In