The agricultural or the food system sector, a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions (accounting for roughly 23%, with some studies suggesting an even higher range of 20%-30% when including food retail), is undeniably a major player in climate change. To combat this impact, smart farming, also known as precision agriculture, is emerging as a powerful solution. This approach integrates technology and data into agricultural practices to improve sustainability, efficiency, and ultimately, crop yield.

In the global food system landscape, livestock and fisheries contribute the most to global emissions at 31%, followed by crop production and land use at 27% and 24% respectively. Supply chain aspects such as retail, packaging, and transportation account for 18%. Excluding GHG emissions, the global food systems also impose significant damage to nature. 63% of soil degradation can be attributed to agricultural practices and grazing for livestock. As global food demand rises in tandem with the global population, the incorporation of these solutions and technologies is going to be vital. At the end of 2022, China and India, the 2 most populated countries in the world have recorded the highest emissions from agriculture over the last 10 years, highlighting the correlation between emissions and population when it comes to agriculture.