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The machine uses sophisticated AI deep-learning technology, computer vision, robotics and lasers to deliver high precision weed control, according to the company.
Western Growers and S2G Ventures are now accepting applications for the 2023 AgSharks Competition.
The USDA and NASA are doubling down on agency collaborations that will improve agricultural research and data application, along with fostering the next generation of science and agriculture leaders.
ZAG Technical Services has launched a tech tool, Syncrova, that aims to gather and manage data, surfacing actionable insights for businesses across the agricultural supply chain.
The company says the system “combines environmental and product data with real-time temperature probe data to generate a machine-learning model that is predictive of product temperature and quality ...”
The company says its precision pollination services help boost cropset when conditions are less than ideal for bee activity.
The Germany-based Kronen GmbH says its automated, robot-based solution for cutting, pitting and peeling avocados can be adapted and added onto to meet various needs.
Digital farm management provider CropX Technologies has unveiled an API integration with WiseConn to improve data gathering and analytics for farmers.
The San Jose, Calif.-based IT consulting firm specializing in cybersecurity, data analytics and managed services, recently received three awards for its contributions to agriculture in the technology space.
Bayer says it has advanced two initiatives with external partners to bring forward genome editing in vegetables.
Plant health officials in Australia and New Zealand have approved an application to allow commercial cultivation of a banana line genetically engineered for resistance to Panama disease.
Palo Alto, Calif.-based innovation accelerator NEC X says it has made a new investment in Verdi Expeditions, a scalable platform for farm automation and personalized plant health care.
Apeel says its technologies are designed to significantly enhance retail profitability and consumer satisfaction through its plant-based coating that extends the shelf life of produce.
Fast Company’s annual list highlights global businesses that are at the forefront of their industries, paving the way for future innovations, and setting the standard with their accomplishments.
Carbon Robotics plans to use new funding to expand sales regions for its weed control platform, as well as scale manufacturing, develop new software and hardware products, and launch into international markets.
Carrier Transicold’s new, engineless 40XR and 50XR truck refrigeration units elevate efficiency, reliability and sustainability, according to a news release.
The launch of the Active Cooling Solutions platform includes critical hardware, accessories and data-driven services and support, according to the company.
The Packer’s Tom Karst recently spoke with Elliott Grant, CEO of Mineral, about the agtech company’s vision for serving the agriculture community.
The robots are here. And they’re harvesting our fruit.
The website will help non-ag innovators have closer access to the grower community, says Connie Bowen, an executive for Farmhand Ventures, which collaborated with Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology.
Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards is introducing new pear-packing technology that the company says has strong benefits to retailers and consumer.
The Washington state-based grower-packer-shipper shares in a set of videos how AgroFresh’s FreshCloud has helped digitize inspection data, improve quality and freshness, and reduce food waste.
You’re more vulnerable than you think, says Eric Regnier, vice president of operations at ZAG Technical Services, who shares ways produce businesses can prepare for threats on the latest “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
Called VPick and VPack, the systems use artificial-intelligence vision systems to enhance warehouse efficiency and reliability, the company says.
The indoor agriculture company’s indoor agriculture production techniques now patented.
As a child, Megan Jacobsen, “a born-and-raised farm girl,” said she never believed she would see a laser killing weeds. But that’s become a reality at Oxnard, Calif.-based Gills Onions.
The precision pollination company has shared its bee activity data on World Bee Day to show the importance of hive insights on bee colony strength and forage behavior.
The new solutions aim to help growers maximize crop production and optimize their use of resources, thus minimizing the impact on the environment.
Luke Parr, farm manager for Michigan-based Sackett Ranch, says the Tomra optical sorting machines can do multiple processes at once.
Carbon Robotics founder and CEO Paul Mikesell talks about barriers growers face to implementing technology and the importance of data in agriculture’s future in this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode.