Announced Monday, the project was selected for the Ministry of Science and ICT’s 2025 “Digital Solutions for Societal Challenges” program. Unlike conventional monitoring tools that rely on visual cues or sensors, the new system identifies stress responses at the genetic level, significantly improving both sensitivity and accuracy. This allows farmers to take preventive action before damage becomes visible, potentially mitigating crop loss and reducing the need for reactive treatments. “This early warning system represents a new generation of intelligent agricultural platforms that merge digital and bioinformatics technologies,” said Sung Je-hoon, president of the Gyeonggi Agricultural Research and Extension Services. “We expect this to offer practical support for farmers and accelerate the digital transformation of Gyeonggi’s agricultural sector.”Kevin Lee (kevinlee@koreabizwire.com)