The Representation of the Agriculture 4.0 Concept in Strategic Plans in Türkiye

Authors : Adil Akkuş

Pages : 15-22

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Publication Date : 2025-12-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study examines how the concept of Agriculture 4.0 is represented within Türkiye’s strategic policy documents. The 11th and 12th Development Plans, along with the 2019–2023 and 2024–2028 Strategic Plans of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, were analyzed using a qualitative document review approach. Prepared within the framework of the Public Financial Management and Control Law No. 5018 and related regulations, these documents include strategic objectives and targets that incorporate elements of the Agriculture 4.0 ecosystem. The evaluation of the findings revealed five main themes: technology for agricultural productivity and sustainability, social media and e-commerce, agricultural technology adoption, data management, and smart agriculture. These themes highlight the dimensions in which the Agriculture 4.0 perspective is addressed in Türkiye’s agricultural and food sectors. The results indicate that the vision of technological transformation in agriculture is increasingly emphasized and prioritized in strategic planning, although certain implementation gaps remain. Furthermore, additional research is required to determine whether the established objectives have been achieved and to assess the resulting efficiency gains. This study outlines the current state of the Agriculture 4.0 perspective in public strategic documents and provides recommendations for policymakers and future academic research.
Keywords : Strategic Plan, Agriculture 4.0, Technology, Türkiye

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