AI Algorithms in the Agrifood Industry: Application Potential in the Spanish Agrifood Context
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Abstract
This research explores the prospective implementations of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms within the agrifood sector, focusing on the Spanish context. AI methodologies, encompassing machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks, are increasingly integrated into various agrifood sectors, including precision farming, crop yield forecasting, disease diagnosis, and resource management. Utilizing a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of scientific literature from 2020 to 2024, this research outlines the increasing incorporation of AI in Spain and identifies the prevailing trends and obstacles associated with it in the agrifood industry. The findings underscore the extensive application of AI in remote sensing, water management, and environmental sustainability. These areas are particularly pertinent to Spain’s diverse agricultural landscapes. Additionally, the study conducts a comparative analysis between Spain and global research outputs, highlighting its distinctive contributions and the unique challenges encountered within its agricultural sector. Despite the considerable opportunities presented by these technologies, the research identifies key limitations, including the need for enhanced digital infrastructure, improved data integration, and increased accessibility for smaller agricultural enterprises. The paper also outlines future research pathways aimed at facilitating the integration of AI in Spain’s agriculture. It addresses cost-effective solutions, data-sharing frameworks, and the ethical and societal implications inherent to AI deployment.
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OpenAlex topics: Smart Agriculture and AI · Food Supply Chain Traceability · Spectroscopy and Chemometric Analyses
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Institute of Smart Cities (ISC), Public University of Navarre, 31006 Pamplona, Spain
Higher School of Engineering and Technology, International University of La Rioja (UNIR), 26004 Logroño, Spain
Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of La Rioja, 26004 Logroño, Spain
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