Innovations in Smart Irrigation and Agricultural Technologies: An In-Depth Review of Recent Developments

This review article provides a detailed examination of the latest advancements in smart irrigation systems and agricultural technologies, emphasizing the roles of IoT, solar energy, and machine learning. The growing global food demand, alongside challenges such as climate change and water scarcity, calls for innovative agricultural solutions. This paper surveys various research efforts that investigate the design and application of smart irrigation systems, solar-powered agricultural methods, and AI-based pest and disease management techniques. The results underscore the potential of these technologies to improve agricultural efficiency, sustainability, and resource management.