What is precision agriculture? UGA expert explains drones, AI and the future of ag tech

Cultivating Curiosity

Cultivating Curiosity
What is precision agriculture? UGA expert explains drones, AI and the future of ag tech
Jun 12, 2026 Episode 43
CAES Office of Marketing and Communications

What does precision agriculture actually look like in the field?

In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, we're joined by Luan Oliveira, assistant professor in the University of Georgia Department of Horticulture and UGA Cooperative Extension precision agriculture specialist, to break down how artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous sprayers, drone technology and smart farming tools are reshaping modern agriculture.

Oliveira explains how precision agriculture is enabling farmers to work more efficiently and sustainably, meeting the demands of a growing population, and creating new opportunities for the next generation of ag tech professionals.

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