2 November 2026 · BBC
Tech is Changing Farming Today
Technology is changing farming. Farmers use apps and machines to help with cows and crops.
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Grammar in this story
“This technology helps farmers improve their productivity.”
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Key vocabulary
monitor verb
To watch and check something over time.
“Teachers monitor student progress to help them improve.”
efficient adjective
Working well without wasting time or resources.
“A good plan can make a team more efficient.”
productivity noun
The rate at which goods are produced or work is completed.
“Increasing productivity can help businesses grow.”
sustainable adjective
Able to be maintained without harming the environment.
“Using solar energy is a sustainable choice for the planet.”
algorithm noun
A set of rules or calculations used to solve problems.
“The search engine uses a complex algorithm to find results.”
Quick quiz
01What is the main idea of the article?
02What does 'monitor' mean in the text?
03What does the CattleEye app do?
04What is a robotic milking machine?
Discussion
What do you think about the use of technology in farming? In your answer, use the words 'efficient' and 'sustainable'.