Digital Agriculture and Economic Transformation is an edited volume that explores how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, IoT, and blockchain are reshaping agricultural systems and driving economic development. Organized across five sections, the book covers conceptual foundations, farm-level technological transformation, digital markets and value chains, rural and social dimensions, and policy and governance frameworks. It brings together interdisciplinary insights to examine how digitalization enhances productivity, financial inclusion, sustainability, and resilience in agriculture, while also addressing challenges such as inequality, infrastructure gaps, and adoption barriers. The volume aims to provide a holistic understanding of the role of digital innovation in transforming global agriculture and fostering inclusive economic growth.

Submission Guidelines

All submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere in any form (journal, conference, or book chapter). Authors are responsible for ensuring the authenticity and integrity of their work.

Manuscripts should be prepared in accordance with standard academic writing practices, maintaining clarity, coherence, and proper citation formatting. Submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process based on originality, relevance, methodological rigor, and contribution to the field.

The following categories of submissions are invited:

• Full Papers: Full-length manuscripts presenting comprehensive research, including theoretical developments, empirical studies, case analyses, or methodological advancements related to digital agriculture and economic transformation. These papers should demonstrate significant scholarly contribution and depth of analysis. It carries:
• Review Papers, Novel Research

List of Topics

• Themes (Only limited to these)

  Section I: Foundations and Conceptual Frameworks (5 Chapters)

  1. Introduction to Digital Agriculture and Economic Transformation

  2. Evolution of Agricultural Systems in the Digital Era

  3. Theoretical Foundations: Technology, Innovation, and Development

  4. Global Trends in Digital Agriculture

  5. Digital Divide and Structural Inequalities in Agriculture

   

  Section II: Digital Technologies and Farm-Level Transformation

  6. Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Agriculture

  7. Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Farming Systems

  8. Precision Agriculture and Resource Optimization

  9. Digital Extension and Advisory Systems

  10. Climate-Smart Agriculture and Digital Innovations

   

  Section III: Markets, Finance, and Value Chains

  11. Digital Platforms and Market Integration

  12. E-commerce and Agricultural Marketing Systems

  13. Agri-FinTech and Financial Inclusion

  14. Blockchain and Traceability in Food Systems

  15. Logistics, Supply Chains, and Digital Coordination

   

  Section IV: Rural Transformation and Social Dimensions

  16. Digital Agriculture and Rural Livelihoods

  17. Agripreneurship and Startup Ecosystems

  18. Youth Engagement in Digital Agriculture

  19. Gender, Inclusion, and Equity in Digital Systems

  20. Skills, Capacity Building, and Human Capital

   

  Section V: Policy, Governance, and Future Pathways

  21. Policy Frameworks and Institutional Support

  22. Data Governance, Privacy, and Ethics

  23. Infrastructure and Digital Ecosystems

  24. Challenges and Barriers to Adoption

  25. Future of Digital Agriculture and Global Food Systems

Committees

Editorial Committee

• Dr. Arshad Bhat (Main Editor)
• Dr. Abid Sultan
• Ms. Durgeshwary Kolhe
• Priyant Banerjee (Co Editor; Manager; Developer)

Contact and Submit

All questions regarding submissions, guidelines, or the review process should be directed to:

submissions.dagriculture@gmail.com

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Authors are encouraged to reach out for any clarifications related to scope, formatting, or submission procedures.