FOOD , DRINK , AND THE INTERNET OF THINGS
ulture through sensors that can be placed in soil right alongside crops
Additional cost savings can come from IoT-based sensors on equipment , which can alert operators to any issues like obstructions or mechanical failure . While it can be impossible to manually monitor the vast acreage of industrial farms , sensors can help operators address malfunctions and other problems immediately , creating more efficiencies by minimizing equipment downtime . As this technology becomes more widespread , it may prove to be the key to a more productive agricultural future .
Improving Food Safety and Transparency Despite all of our advances , food safety and transparency continue to be serious issues facing the food production industry . Fraud and misinformation is prevalent , and the CDC reports that major multistate foodborne illness outbreaks
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