This weekly update shows how artificial intelligence is changing farming around the world. Farmers are now using smart computer programs called AI agents to help them grow food better and take care of animals.

In the United States, scientists at Iowa State University launched a new tool called Pest-ID that helps farmers identify bugs and weeds. Farmers can take a picture with their phone and upload it to the website. The AI agent looks at the picture and tells them what kind of insect or weed it is with 96% accuracy. This helps farmers know if a bug is helpful or harmful, so they can make better choices about protecting their crops.

Smart livestock farming is also growing fast around the world. The market for AI in animal farming reached $2.23 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow to $19.87 billion by 2032. Farmers are using AI-powered sensors and cameras that watch animals all day and night. These smart systems can tell when an animal is getting sick before the farmer can see any problems. The AI agents also help farmers figure out exactly how much food each animal needs, which saves money and helps the environment.

In Ireland, more farmers are using AI technology than ever before. A new report shows that 77% of business leaders in farming now use AI tools like ChatGPT. Among crop farmers, 71% say precision agriculture is the most important technology on their farms. These AI agents help farmers make faster and smarter decisions about when to plant crops and how to use water and fertilizer more carefully.