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The Role of Robotics in Enhancing Agricultural Productivity and Sustainability in Bangladesh: A Comprehensive Analysis

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Student Authors
Koushik Biswas Arko
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering, FST
Sadia Afrin
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering, FST
Abida Afrin
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering, FST
Supervisors
Md. Mortuza Ahmmed
Associate Professor, Faculty, FST

Abstract

Background: Agricultural robots are among those revolutionary solutions that counter the manpower shortage and increase productivity. Application in Bangladesh has been expanding from 2015 until 2023 with support from the government's initiative and domestic investment. This report sums up the outcomes derived on adoption, implementation, and benefits concerning agricultural robotics derived by BARI, IRRI, FAO, and regional enterprises. Methodology: It performs time-series analysis based on data related to government reports, industry statistics, and academic research. The main variables included were robotics usage rate, deployed robots, automated harvest area, labor saving, government investment, and crop loss reduction. The adoption driver will be deduced through various statistical methods for analyzing trend, correlation, and relationship. Results: In Bangladesh, it increased from 0.5% in the year 2015 to 12.5% in 2023, with increased deployments of robots from 20 to 3,000. The automated system area is expected to reach 55,000 hectares by 2023 at a rate of a 20% reduction in labor costs and an 11.5% reduction in crop losses. It is supported by a US$10 million government investment into its development in 2023 and further innovations within academia and start-up businesses across the region. Statistical correlations showed that the intensity of application of robotics was in direct positive relation to government support, thus efficiency improvement. Conclusion: Findings highlight the possibility of robotics having a strong impact on economic development, more so in developing countries. Other key trends driving factors are financial investments, supportive policies, and grassroots innovation. Further development in automation, reduction in inefficiency, and sustainable agricultural practices are needed in the future.

Keywords

robotics agriculture automation production sustainability.

Publication Details

  • Type of Publication: Conference 
  • Conference Name: 1st International Conference on Agricultural Machinery and Bioresource Engineering (ICAMBE) 2025
  • Date of Conference: 12/02/2025 - 13/02/2025
  • Venue: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
  • Organizer: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
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