A Study on Smart Agriculture through Mobile Communication

Abstract

Digital platforms have transformed traditional farming practices, giving rise to the concept of Smart Agriculture. The rapid usage of mobile applications has emerged as a powerful tool for disseminating timely and relevant agricultural information. This research analyzes the utilization of mobile applications among farmers in Coimbatore District. Further, the study explores how the digital tools contribute to informed decision-making and sustainable agricultural development. Primary data were collected from 150 farmers using mobile applications through a structured questionnaire administered during Agri Intex 2025. The results show that mobile applications are important for getting information on crop management, market prices, weather forecasts, and pest control. The study emphasizes that mobile communication helps drive digital innovation in agriculture, supports knowledge sharing, and improves efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. The findings suggest that mobile-based information systems are key to advancing Smart Agriculture and recommend improving digital literacy and infrastructure to better support farming communities. Educational qualification is an important factor in helping farmers address technical, digital literacy, and information quality challenges. In contrast, education has no significant influence on social and personal barriers.