September 07, 2023 | Economics Daily, Taiwan |
In response to aging labor in Taiwan's rural areas, the village of Erlong in Jiaoxi Township, Yilan County, announced the establishment of a drone fleet on September 7. The initiative, led by the "Flying Fish Team" comprised of students from the National Yilan University's Unmanned Aircraft Application and Smart Agriculture program, aims to revolutionize agriculture with technology. In collaboration with the Erlong Village Cultural Promotion Association and the National Yilan University Unmanned Aircraft Center, the project received enthusiastic support from villagers and local authorities. The program focuses on training local youth to operate drones, integrating technology for efficient crop management and addressing challenges in traditional farming methods. The initiative showcases the potential of smart agriculture to transform rural areas.
