The interrelated issues of climate change, biodiversity loss and the rising demand for food in underdeveloped countries represent a significant challenge that will have far-reaching consequences for generations in the coming centuries. The increased frequency of heavy rainfall and the prevalence of muggy summer days are creating challenging conditions for the survival of certain plant species, which in turn is affecting the social need for food. It is in this context that the field of agritech emerges as a potential driver of improvement in the agricultural production system. This represents the overarching objective and unifying theme that has guided the development of this thesis.