From Labor-Intensive to Landscaping-Innovative: How Remote-Operated Mowers Transform Slope Challenges
In response to these persistent problems, the landscaping industry looked toward technology to solve its biggest challenges both on and off the field. Enter the evolution of robotic and remote-controlled mowing solutions.
MSU ag engineer designing innovative technologies to support specialty crop production
To safeguard Michigan's diverse agricultural landscape, a Michigan State University agricultural engineer is advancing technologies that enhance mechanization and automation during harvest and production, providing growers with solutions to withstand ongoing labor trends.
Future of Farming: Fruit Thinning Robots Set to Grow at a CAGR of 13% by 2032
A rise in focus on sustainable agricultural practices is accelerating the adoption of fruit thinning robots. These robots not only reduce chemical usage but also optimize fruit yields.
Machine-Vision Technology Shows Promise to Reduce Herbicide Use
Farmers and land-managers seeking to reduce their herbicide applications now have another promising option via machine-vision technology. That's the summary from a recently published research article in Weed Technology, a journal of the WSSA.
The Battle of Price and Progress: Making AI Affordable for the Smaller Businesses
Brain-inspired architectures are making AI models more efficient and less resource-intensive. This convergence of AI innovation and energy efficiency points to a future where AI isn't just the domain of large corporations but a tool accessible to all.
ABZ INNOVATION UNVEILS THE WORLD'S FIRST LIDAR BASED OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE AND TERRAIN FOLLOWING SYSTEM
With a strong focus on enhancing safety and precision, ABZ Innovation is paving the way for the future of drone technology in industrial applications.
Beyond Traditional Farming: Exploring IoT's $19 Billion Impact on Agriculture by 2032
Investments in infrastructure, training, and connectivity will be crucial to unlocking the full potential of IoT in agriculture. As stakeholders collaborate to overcome adoption barriers, the future of farming looks brighter than ever.
Digitization of Agriculture & Irrigation fields with Drones
Agricultural drones do not necessarily look like sci-fi movies, but they certainly do operate with sophisticated technology for many applications. One may include crop health, while surely another does involve irrigation optimization.
Acid rain: A lingering threat to ecosystems - The ongoing impact of NOX and SOX on our environment.
The more obvious consequences of acid rain, such as direct harm to land-based and aquatic animal populations and damage to crops, have drastically reduced in regions where serious efforts have been made to address pollution.
Rubisco Seeds: North American Record-Breaking Canola in Washington State: 340 US Gallons of Oil Per Acre
This combination of genetics and refined production agronomy had produced pod-laden canopies with exceptional uniformity that looked destined for the record books.
Choosing Zero Trust Network Access Over Virtual Private Networks is a C-Suite Decision
PwC describes today as the "age of continuous reinvention" in its 27th Annual Global CEO Survey report. One of the most startling findings is that 45% of CEOs do not believe their company will be viable in 10 years if it stays on the current path.
New Research Shows U.S. Agriculture Has Potential to be Greenhouse Gas Negative
The report outlines how combining reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from some agricultural activities with increased carbon sequestration in others could achieve GHG-negative agriculture. It also describes the additional research needed to help accomplish this.
Revolutionizing Farming: How Smart Crop Mobility is Shaping the Future of Agriculture
As farmers face increasing pressure to maximize yields sustainably while addressing challenges posed by labor shortages and climate variability, smart crop mobility solutions are emerging as transformative tools for the future of farming.
Delivering Efficiency and Reliability: PECO Pallet's Role in Blanca Potato's Transition to Automated Material Handling
Blanca Potato had a problem: the pallets in its new automated material handling system kept failing, causing shutdowns that disrupted distribution and delayed customer deliveries. PECO Pallet provided a crucial solution to the problem.
Navigating Harvest: How Inland Waterway Shipping Powers Modern Agriculture
When it comes to moving bulk cargo, barges are the unsung heroes of the agriculture industry. Each barge can carry the equivalent of 70 truckloads, and tows of up to 40 barges per tug offer unmatched capacity.
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