"Technological transformation in agriculture is essential for food supply security"

The strategic importance of agriculture became clear with the Russia-Ukraine war. With artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, more efficient and sustainable production can be achieved in agriculture. The Russia-Ukraine war showed the whole world that in the modern era, agriculture is not just an economic activity but also a geopolitical power element. The disabling of Ukraine, known as 'Europe's grain barn,' triggered a food crisis in many countries, especially in Africa and the Middle East. During this process, the Grain Corridor Agreement was brought to life through Turkey's diplomatic power, playing a vital role in global food supply. This development revealed that agriculture has now become as decisive as wars; in fact, it has become a national security issue that can even influence the course of wars. It was evident that countries with weak agricultural production have weakened their ability to make independent decisions during global crises. Abdulkadir Karagöz, ...