Margo Degieter
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Dr. Margo Degieter is a leading voice in the adoption of smart farming technologies, with a primary research focus on the socio-economic and behavioral factors that drive farmers’ acceptance of Agriculture 4.0 innovations. Her most-cited work, a 2023 systematic review on farmers’ acceptance of robotics and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), has already garnered 26 citations, establishing a critical foundation for understanding how advanced precision agriculture tools can be integrated into sustainable food production systems. By synthesizing global evidence, Dr. Degieter’s research illuminates the complex interplay between technological promise and on-farm realities—addressing key barriers such as cost, trust, and usability that determine whether innovations like sensors and autonomous machinery will be adopted. Her contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between engineering and social science, providing actionable insights for policymakers and agri-tech developers. Through her rigorous analyses, Dr. Degieter is helping to shape a future where cutting-edge agricultural technologies are not only available but also embraced by the farming communities they are designed to serve.
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