MIAMI, June 25, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laurence Fishburne, successful actor and philanthropist, is set to host an upcoming episode of "Information Matrix" that deals with efforts to increase agricultural yields. The episode will highlight the future of agriculture and the role of technology in farming. Featuring experts within the field, there will be lengthy discussion on how development within the field of agriculture is preparing for future changes with the world populous.
Gone are the days when farmers simply plant seeds, tend to their crops, and hope for rain and a good harvest. Today's farms are well-controlled operations designed to maximize the yield of every square foot of soil. Genome editing technology and DNA sequencing allows farms to manipulate the genetic code sequence in animals and crops. This ensures better results, boosting farmers' profits and cutting costs. Expected growth in the global human population will put more pressure on farms to feed the world without depleting natural resources. Additionally, new an innovative ways to urbanize some growing procedures will be covered.
The program is educational in nature, and will also shed light on the issues of food shortages, problems with arid farmland, and the ways modern agriculture is working to create a more sustainable infrastructure. The program will also address the investments being made in these sectors and how that price relates to consumer cost.
SOURCE Information Matrix with Laurence Fishburne
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