DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2663-4619/120/9-14
Konul Buyuker
Baku State University
PhD in Economics
https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2967-1871
k.buyuker@mail.ru
Nihat Buyuker
Atatürk University
Master student
https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4879-2652
nihatbuyuker@hotmail.com
Application of Smart Agricultural Technologies and Stimulating
Economic Development in the Regions
Abstract
The application of smart agricultural technologies (SATT) has come to the fore in recent years as an innovative direction in the development of agriculture. In addition to increasing productivity, the application of digitalization and technological innovations in agriculture around the world leads to the efficient use of resources, environmental protection and acceleration of economic development in rural areas. The purpose of this article is to analyze the main essence of SATT, its application areas, mechanisms of influence on economic development in rural areas and current challenges. The study compares international and local experiences, examines the problems faced by agricultural entities and their solutions. The results show that SATT is a key tool for increasing the competitiveness of agriculture, improving the social well-being of the population in rural areas and achieving sustainable development. However, for the widespread application of SATT, it is important to solve the problems of infrastructure, finance and human capital.
Keywords: smart agriculture, economic development, technology, digitalization, sustainability