Recent advances redefine plant temperature sensing mechanisms, revealing decentralized genetic networks responsible for thermosensation, enabling design of climate-tailored crop varieties. Innovations include soft robotic devices capable of precise delivery of sensors and genetic materials into leaves to enhance individual plant monitoring and bioengineering. Concurrently, drought vulnerability assessments of rice integrate physical and social dimensions, guiding sustainable agricultural adaptation strategies amidst climate challenges. These findings collectively advance precision agriculture and crop resilience approaches.