Survey Finds Farm AI Use Rising, While Agronomists Retain Trust

Generative AI is gaining a foothold in farm work, but farmers still turn to agronomists to help validate decisions. In a 2026 survey, 17% of respondents said they use generative AI for farm-related tasks, while 4% said they pay for AI solutions. The fourth edition of McKinsey’s Global Farmer Insights survey gathered responses from 5,500 farmers in 10 countries between April and July. The paid-use figure may include general AI subscriptions, rather than farm-specific products.