From Traditional to Tech-Driven: The Future of Cambodian Agriculture
Sokha Chan
Author
Cambodia has leapfrogged many developmental stages in telecommunications, moving straight to high mobile penetration. We believe agriculture is poised for a similar leap.
The Convergence point
Several factors are coming together right now:
- Connectivity: 4G coverage is now available in most farmlands.
- Affordability: The cost of IoT chips (like the ESP32 we use) and industrial sensors has plummeted.
- Generational Shift: Younger farmers, comfortable with smartphones, are taking over family operations and demanding better tools.
The future farm won't just be mechanized; it will be intelligent. Data from soil, weather stations, and market prices will drive daily decisions, moving farming from an art form to a data-driven science.
Written by Sokha Chan
Expert in agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices in Southeast Asia.
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