5 Things to Know on Impact of Technology on Agriculture. Today’s farms and agricultural operations work contrastingly. A few years ago, there has been a rapid change in advancements in technology; including the use of; machines, devices, Information Technology, and sensors. Modern agriculture uses advanced technologies such as robots, temperature and moisture sensors, and GPS technologies. These advanced devices allow businesses to run efficiently and generate maximum profit while being environmentally friendly. Benefits. Gone are the days when farmers used to put in fertilizers, water, pesticides uniformly across the entire farm. On contrary, farmers can opt to use the fewer quantities required and target selected areas of interest or even treat individual plants on their own. These benefits are as follows: ...