Sustainable Farming and AgriTech: Assessing Business and Management Practices for a Resilient Agricultural Future
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Jocelyn Del Castillo
Master in Applied Business Analytics
University of Asia and the Pacific
Jed Ivan Fiedalan
Master in Applied Business Analytics
University of Asia and the Pacific
Jireh Jaib Marabe
Master in Applied Business Analytics
University of Asia and the Pacific
Michaela M. Rafael
Master in Applied Business Analytics
University of Asia and the Pacific
Bea Kristine Caronan
Master in Applied Business Analytics
University of Asia and the Pacific
Ruel Maningas, PhD
Doctor of Philosophy in Extension Education
University of the Philippines Los Baños
Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs and Research, School of Management, University of Asia and the Pacific
Program Director, MABA, University of Asia and the Pacific
Keywords: Sustainable farming, agricultural technology, sustainability, innovation
ABSTRACT
As the agricultural sector faces increasing pressure, agricultural technology (AgriTech) applications offer promising solutions for enhancing productivity and sustainability. This literature review examines sustainable farming in the Philippines, exploring how agritech innovations can address the growing challenge of food security amid a rising population and dwindling natural resources.
This review employs a combination of systematic and narrative review methodologies to explore business management practices in sustainable farming within the agritech industry highlighting strategic approaches that can support the scaling of sustainable farming solutions based on the current practices, challenges, and best practices, as identified, while analyzing the technologies used in sustainable farming, particularly in the Philippines.
The scope is limited to studies published between 2021 and 2024, providing a contemporary perspective on the intersection of agritech and business management in the Philippine context. A total of 20 references were identified and analyzed to support this study. Selected articles were reviewed for data on business processes, Agritech applications, challenges, and best practices. A thematic analysis categorized the findings into three main areas: business management practices, AgriTech adoption in the Philippines, and case studies demonstrating successful integrations. Through this review, the role of effective business strategies in advancing food security was discussed, with an emphasis on optimizing resource use, improving operational efficiency, and promoting long-term sustainability.
