The role of 5G network in revolutionizing agriculture for sustainable development: A comprehensive review
Wasif ur Rehman,
Mohsin Ali Koondhar,
Samandar Khan Afridi,
Lutfi Albasha,
Idris H. Smaili,
Ezzeddine Touti,
Mouloud Aoudia,
Wassim Zahrouni,
Ibrahim Mahariq,
M.M.R. Ahmed
Affiliations
Wasif ur Rehman
School of Mathematics, Physics and Opto-electronic Engineering, Hubei University of Automotive Technology, Shiyan 442002, China
Mohsin Ali Koondhar
Department of Electrical Engineering, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering, Science and Technology Nawabshah, Sindh 67450, Pakistan; Corresponding author.
Samandar Khan Afridi
Department of Electrical Engineering, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering, Science and Technology Nawabshah, Sindh 67450, Pakistan
Lutfi Albasha
Department of Electrical Engineering, American University of Sharjah, PO Box 26666, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Idris H. Smaili
Electrical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Jazan University, P.O. Box114, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia
Ezzeddine Touti
Center for Scientific Research and Entrepreneurship, Northern Border University, Arar 73213, Saudi Arabia
Mouloud Aoudia
Department of Industrial Engineering, College of Engineering, Northern Border University, Arar 91431, Saudi Arabia
Wassim Zahrouni
Department of Finance and Insurance, College of Business Administration, Northern Border University, Arar 73222, Saudi Arabia
Ibrahim Mahariq
Department of Mathematics, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai 602105, Tamil Nadu, India; University College, Korea University, Seoul 02481, South Korea; Department of Medical Research, China Medical University Hospital, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan; Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan
M.M.R. Ahmed
Faculty of Technology and Education Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
The deployment of 5G technologies in the agricultural sector promises to revolutionize smart farming practices by enabling unprecedented levels of connectivity, data exchange, and real-time monitoring. This paper presents a comprehensive review of the challenges, considerations, and future directions of integrating 5G technologies into smart agriculture, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).Key topics discussed include the necessity of dense network infrastructure, optimization strategies for cross-deployment of 5G and sensing networks, and the role of edge computing in 5G-enabled farming production. Additionally, the paper explores development optimization of various nodes, fault detection, self-healing mechanisms, AI application optimization, and security issues specific to 5G-enabled smart agriculture. Furthermore, the paper examines the potential impact of 5G technology on crucial agricultural tasks such as real-time monitoring, UAV operations, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) applications, virtual consultation, predictive maintenance, AI-driven robotics, and data analytics. Through a thorough analysis of these topics, the paper underscores the potential of 5G technology in enhancing productivity, reducing environmental impact, and advancing sustainable agricultural practices. The paper identifies critical areas for further research and emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts among stakeholders to maximize the benefits of 5G-enabled smart farming, thereby contributing to global efforts to achieve SDGs related to food security, innovation in technology, and sustainable infrastructure.
