The expected outcomes for assessing the adoption and impact of smart irrigation systems in farming are as follows:
- An in-depth understanding of the different types of smart irrigation systems available in the market, their features, and their potential impact on agricultural sustainability, water conservation, and economic outcomes for farmers.
- A comprehensive assessment of the level of awareness of smart irrigation systems among farmers across diverse agricultural landscapes, and the factors influencing their adoption and implementation.
- An analysis of the impact of smart irrigation systems on water conservation, crop productivity, and economic outcomes for farmers, highlighting the tangible benefits and challenges associated with their integration.
- An identification of the best practices and strategies for the promotion and adoption of smart irrigation systems among farmers, including effective training and capacity building programs and policy measures that can facilitate their widespread adoption.
- A development of recommendations that can inform future agricultural practices, policy formulations, and technological advancements in the pursuit of a more resilient and sustainable farming future.
By achieving these expected outcomes, the research can contribute valuable knowledge that can inform the development of effective solutions and policy measures that can facilitate the widespread adoption of smart irrigation systems among farmers, ultimately leading to a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future.