Next-Generation Farming: Digital Twins and Virtual Environments for Sustainable Agriculture

Abstract

- Digital technologies are transforming agriculture, provide innovative solutions for sustainability, efficiency, and resilience in farming. Among these technologies, integration of Digital Twins (DTs) and Virtual Environments (VEs) is revolutionizing agriculture by optimizing agricultural processes, reducing resource consumption, and enhancing productivity. Digital Twins create real-time, data-driven replicas of crops, soil, livestock, and farming infrastructure, enabling continuous monitoring and predictive analytics. These virtual models help farmers make data-informed decisions, improving resource efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. Virtual Environments, including Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), complement Digital Twins by providing immersive simulations for precision farming, training, and farm management.