Reimagining agricultural education as AI transforms farming and future jobs

Reported by Daily Maverick · yesterday 14:08 · Wongiwe Mngwambe

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To prepare for future agricultural education we need to modernise and incorporate digital technologies like AI, drones and data science. Outdated curricula should be updated through strong industry partnerships and Work Integrated Learning.

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