How AIoT Is Shaping the Future of Rice Farming Ecosystems
Rice is a staple crop for more than half of the world’s population, yet it faces increasing challenges from climate change, pest outbreaks, and sustainability pressures. At the FAO Inter-regional Digital Agriculture Solutions Forum (IDASF 2025) in Bangkok, our founder, Dr. Thanh My Nguyen, joined global experts to discuss how AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) can drive transformation in rice farming ecosystems.
Dr. Thanh My Nguyen presenting on the application of AIoT Technology in the rice farming ecosystem
Bringing AIoT to the Rice Fields of the Mekong Delta
During the panel, Dr. Thanh My Nguyen highlighted the Vietnam Digital Agriculture Platform Ecosystem (VDAPES), an integrated digital platform designed to empower farmers with real-time insights.
One key application is insect monitoring and migration mapping of major pests such as brown planthoppers and mirid bugs, which are among the most destructive threats to rice crops. By leveraging AIoT-enabled sensors and predictive analytics, VDAPES provides farmers with accurate, timely data to respond proactively rather than reactively.
Pest migration patterns on VDAPES
Rice farming in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam on VDAPES
This approach is already making an impact in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s rice bowl, by:
Reducing crop losses through early detection of pest outbreaks.
Supporting climate resilience with data-driven decision-making.
Promoting sustainable farming practices that minimize chemical use.
Our Participation in the Inter-regional Digital Agriculture Solutions Forum (IDASF)
The IDASF Forum, organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and co-sponsored by leading partners including the Asian Development Bank (ADB), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (CGIAR-IITA), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), brings together experts from Asia, Africa, Europe, and beyond.
By creating a space for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and partnership-building, events like IDASF accelerate the scaling of digital innovations that directly benefit farmers and communities worldwide.
What’s Next for Digital Agriculture?
At RYNAN Smart Agriculture, we believe that the future of farming lies at the intersection of technology and sustainability. AIoT-driven solutions like VDAPES demonstrate how digital innovations can help address global food security challenges while supporting farmers on the ground.
We thank the FAO, our fellow panelists, and all participants at IDASF 2025 for advancing the conversation on digital agriculture.