Global Farm Machinery Demand Rises on Precision Ag Adoption
Tractor and combine sales improved in North America and Europe as farmers invested in precision agriculture and autonomous equipment. Demand in developing markets remained steady, supported by mechanization subsidies and rising commercial farm sizes.
AgTech Investments Surge in Robotics, Sensors & AI Platforms
Venture capital funding in agricultural technology accelerated, with strong activity in robotics, drone-based crop monitoring, and AI farm management tools. Strategic investments from food and input companies highlight long-term growth potential.
Fuel, Fertilizer & Tech Subscription Costs Pressure Farm Margins
Higher diesel and fertilizer prices combined with rising costs of digital subscriptions for farm software platforms are squeezing profitability. Farmers weigh ROI of adopting advanced technologies amid tight operating margins.
The FarmTech Yearly Outlook reviews farm machinery and technology adoption over the past three years and provides forecasts for the next three. Coverage includes robotics, precision agriculture, satellite imagery, IoT sensors, and software-as-a-service models shaping farm productivity. Read full report
