Farmers today are navigating one of the most complex periods in modern agriculture,” said Jeff Rowe, CEO of Syngenta Group. “We have a critical window of opportunity to reverse troubling trends by ensuring every farmer, regardless of farm size or technical background, can access the transformative power of AI and digital tools.”
AI and Agriculture: A Partnership Syngenta Says the World Can’t Wait For
Rowe emphasized that the power of artificial intelligence is fully realized only when combined with deep agronomic expertise.
“When we combine AI and digital tools with agricultural expertise, we unlock genuine potential to revolutionize farming,” Rowe said. “But technology alone isn’t enough. We need policymakers and businesses working together to show that AI delivers real results—and that farmers don’t need to be tech experts to benefit.”
He added that trust—including transparency about data use and proof that digital tools work in the field—is essential for widespread adoption.
Feeding 10 Billion People: Syngenta Says AI Will Be Indispensable
With the global population expected to reach 10 billion by 2050, Syngenta argues that farmers need new, more efficient tools to meet future food demand sustainably.
The company says the next major leap in agriculture will be driven by what it calls agricultural intelligence—the fusion of:
- advanced artificial intelligence
- leading edge technology platforms
- crop protection and seed innovations
- and generations of hands on grower and agronomist experience
Syngenta says agricultural intelligence is already accelerating its R&D pipeline, from vegetable breeding to crop protection to decision-making tools growers use every day.
The goal: modern farming, reimagined through data-driven decisions that improve productivity, resilience, and long-term sustainability.
The Fourth Agricultural Revolution
On its website, Syngenta frames the current technological surge as the Fourth Agricultural Revolution—a new era following:
- The Neolithic Revolution (the advent of farming)
- The Industrial Revolution (mechanization)
- The Green Revolution (high-yield crops and fertilizers)
According to the company, this next phase will fundamentally transform farming through:
- automation
- digital platforms
- advanced analytics
- and AI powered insights
Syngenta says these tools will empower farmers to make more strategic, profitable decisions—supporting crop health, livestock well being, and the economic resilience of farm families.
Syngenta believes data-driven land stewardship will be essential for sustainably feeding a growing global population.