Abstract

Many scientific studies stress the incredibly important role of water resource management, especially in countries with acute water shortage problems. The issue, which grows in importance every day, is compounded by climate change impacts to which global warming primarily leads. As the average temperature increases, there is a simultaneous sharp rise in the need for agricultural water, thus adding more stress to relatively scarce water resources. The raised problem expresses an urgent need for more developed systems that are mostly aimed at maximizing water usage, especially in agriculture, where inappropriate irrigation adds to the aggravation of water scarcity. The best remedy that has surfaced so far to deal with this condition has been the adoption of smart irrigation technologies that incorporate advanced sensors and instant data analysis as well as control automation to optimize water distribution for the crops to get exactly the amount of water they need for maximum growth. Smart irrigation reduces waste by improving the efficiency of irrigation systems; therefore, it saves water resources and helps support agricultural productivity. In this regard, technology greatly contributes to the enhancement of food security, reduction of associated risks due to water scarcity, and adoption of sustainable farming practices amid a changing climate.