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Drone Technology: A Pathway to Create Sustainable Agriculture in Nigeria

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The rapid advancements in drone technology have ushered in a new era of precision agriculture, offering innovative solutions for both crop and animal-based agricultural practices. This study begins with an overview of drone technologies, including the various types of drones and sensors used for agricultural tasks. It then examines the key applications of drones in monitoring crop health, precision spraying, livestock management, and disease surveillance. Drones in agriculture provides insights into the improvements in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. The paper discusses emerging trends such as the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, swarm drones, and IoT technologies, all of which promise to further enhance the capabilities of drones in farming. Ultimately, the paper evaluates the transformative potential of drones in revolutionizing agricultural practices globally, while addressing key challenges related to adoption and integration. Furthermore, the paper explores the limitations of drone technology, such as regulatory constraints, high initial costs, and technical expertise requirements.

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Engineering Headway (Volume 33)

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113-124

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https://doi.org/10.4028/p-79ckUh

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February 2026

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Oyebola Odunayo Olabinjo*, Kezia Eseoghene Edirin

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Drone Technology, Precision Agriculture, Smart Farming, Sustainable Agriculture, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)

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