It’s estimated that 100 percent of citrus trees over three-years-old in the state of Florida have an incurable, deadly disease. They will wither and die within the next few years. California’s orchards are next. Thankfully, we have a new ally in the fight to save the citrus industry: artificial intelligence. While scientists race to create disease-resistant trees, politicians and activists argue over where we should draw the line with pesticide use. The net result of these efforts may yield optimism for the future, but it shows little hope for farmers today. AI, on the other hand, helps growers protect their crops…
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