Farming in China is entering a new era as cutting-edge AI transforms traditional fields into high-tech hubs of innovation. In Beijing’s Haidian District, a 19-tier vertical farm now grows lettuces in a fully automated cycle – harvesting on one level while planting on another. Sensors and remote systems monitor nutrient levels and crop growth in real time, ensuring precision and efficiency.

Meanwhile, in Hebei’s Xiongan New Area, China’s first agriculture-focused AI model, “Xiong Xiaonong” (Xiongan’s Little Farmer), developed by DeepSeek, is revolutionising rural operations. The AI assistant offers end-to-end digital services – from planting advice and disease detection, to production management and market analysis – specifically tailored to local crops like sweet potatoes, wheat, and tomatoes.

For small farmers relying on traditional methods, this technology bridges experience with intelligence, marking a bold leap toward a smarter, more sustainable future for Chinese agriculture.

Source: China Central Television