Precision Agriculture: New Technology Standards for Efficiency and Food Security.
This law aims to make it easier for farmers to adopt advanced technologies like GPS, sensors, and AI to boost efficiency and reduce resource waste (water, fertilizer). It mandates the creation of uniform, voluntary technical standards to lower the cost of implementing these systems and protect the food supply chain from cybersecurity threats. Citizens may benefit from more stable food prices and improved environmental protection.
Key points
Supports precision agriculture, helping farmers save water, fertilizer, and fuel, potentially leading to more stable food prices and reduced environmental impact.
Requires the development of uniform technical standards for farm equipment (like sensors and GPS systems) to improve connectivity and reduce purchasing costs for farmers.
Focuses on ensuring that agricultural technology is 'trusted' and not controlled by entities deemed foreign adversaries, thereby protecting the domestic food supply chain.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_734
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2023-03-09