Automation is the future of the food supply chain


🤖Automation is the future of the food supply chain.

The current food supply chain is often cited as wasteful and unsustainable - and commonly is cited as the culprit for climate issues by environmentalists. Automation can help make the food supply chain more sustainable by reducing energy use, waste, and water consumption and improving food safety. For example, automated warehouses can reduce energy use by using sensors and algorithms to optimize lighting and heating/cooling systems. Automated irrigation systems can help optimize water use in agriculture, ensuring that crops receive the right amount of water at the right time, which can help conserve water resources.

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