From the Farm to Your Table: How Optics Are Transforming Agrifood Industry

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From the Farm to Your Table: How Optics Are Transforming Agrifood Industry

Agriculture is one of the pillars of our economy, providing jobs, revenue, raw materials and essential food products. However, the agricultural sector is facing many challenges, including the impact of climate change, the shortage of skilled labour and the need to produce more efficiently and sustainably.

To tackle the problem, the agricultural world is undergoing a transformation thanks to new technologies and innovations based on optical technologies.

In this 20-page e-book, we present how optical technologies are changing agrifood industry and the applications it now makes possible from the farm to your table.

We specifically explore the innovations shaping the future of: 

  • Precision Agriculture: Using remote sensing and sensors to optimize yields and reduce costs. 
  • Automated Harvesting: Robots and smart technologies for precise and cost-effective picking. 
  • Food Processing: Quality control, inspection of processed products, and detection of contaminants to ensure food safety. 
  • Distribution and Logistics: Optical technologies for cold chain monitoring, verifying packaging integrity, and ensuring product traceability. 

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What the experts are saying 

"This book is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the role of optics in agriculture and the agri-food industry. The practical examples help to understand how optics is revolutionizing every step of the agri-food value chain, from farm to fork." Donald Prévost, Technical Director, Sustainable Resources, Agriculture, and Manufacturing, INO 

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