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DOI: REVOLUTIONIZING AGRICULTURE: EMPOWERING RURAL MODERNIZATION WITH INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN CHINA
Chunpeng Qu , Information Center, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, P. R. C, Beijing, ChinaAbstract
This paper explores the transformative potential of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in promoting agricultural and rural modernization in China. With the rapid advancements in ICTs, such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing, and big data analytics, new opportunities have emerged to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in the agricultural sector. Leveraging these technologies can empower farmers, facilitate knowledge sharing, improve supply chain management, and enable smart farming practices. Moreover, ICTs can bridge the urban-rural divide by connecting rural areas with urban markets, financial services, and e-commerce platforms, thereby fostering inclusive development and reducing poverty. By examining the current landscape, challenges, and success stories of ICT adoption in Chinese agriculture, this paper underscores the importance of embracing digital transformation to revolutionize agriculture and accelerate rural modernization.
Keywords
Information and communication technologies, agricultural modernization, rural development
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