Information and Communication Technologies in the Management of Risks in Family Agriculture: a Systematic Review of the Literature
Year: 2026
Type: review
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: Family farming is relevant to food production, income generation and sustainable development, but it remains exposed to climatic, production, economic and operational risks. In this context, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) provide resources for monitoring, automation and decision support. This study analyzes the contributions of ICTs to risk management in family farming through a Systematic Literature Review conducted according to PRISMA 2020. Searches were carried out in Google Scholar, SciELO, the CAPES Periodicals Portal and the Brazilian Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations, considering publications from 2018 to 2026. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 14 studies composed the review corpus. The results indicate that the Internet of Things, sensors, automated systems and digital platforms contribute to monitoring, risk prevention, productive efficiency and sustainability. Limitations related to infrastructure, rural connectivity, implementation costs and farmer training persist. It is concluded that ICTs are strategic instruments for risk management in family farming, although integrated models combining innovation, cooperation, monitoring and decision support are still needed.
Source: Artefactum
Language: English
Topic: Smart Agriculture and AI
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7213473081