Impacts of Climate Change, Land Transformation and Advanced Technologies on Agriculture: A Microlevel Spatio-Temporal and Geo-Statistical Analysis of Four Mandals of Jangaon District in Telangana

Ashok Kumar Lonavath

Abstract: Agriculture, a vital sector for global food security and economic development, faces unprecedented challenges from climate change, land transformation, and advanced technologies. Rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events are altering the delicate balance of agricultural ecosystems, impacting crop yields, and threatening food security. Simultaneously, land transformation, driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and changing land - use patterns, is leading to the loss of arable land, soil degradation, and decreased biodiversity. Advanced technologies, such as precision agriculture, drones, and satellite imaging, offer promising solutions to enhance agricultural productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. However, the adoption and impact of these technologies are uneven, with significant disparities between developed and developing countries, and between large - scale and smallholder farmers. This study examines the complex interplay between climate change, land transformation, and advanced technologies on agriculture, highlighting the need for integrated solutions that balance productivity, sustainability, and equity.

Keywords: Climate change, Land transformation, Advanced technologies, Agriculture, Food security, Sustainability, Equity