AI and robots in AgriFoodTech

This study presents Proto-DS, a self-supervised learning framework that enhances hyperspectral imaging for food adulteration detection in imbalanced datasets.

President Yoon Suk Yeol highlighted South Korea's commitment to leading global cooperation on artificial intelligence regulation, food security and a clean energy transition as the chair country for next year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.

Kubota says its new KATR farm tractor concept raises the bar in autonomous, zero-emission farming – and it looks like they’ve convinced others, too. The robot just won “Best of Innovation” at the CES Innovation Awards. more…

Also in this week's farm technology news: Nutella maker Ferrero invests in hazelnut research, and digital crop monitoring platform FarmQA acquires competitor Farm Dog.

Microsoft collaborates with Siemens, Bayer, and Rockwell Automation to launch industry-specific AI models designed to boost efficiency in manufacturing, agriculture, and finance through tailored AI solutions available via Azure AI.

Artificial Intelligence tools are rapidly being developed to do many tasks.  A seed and crop protection company is preparing an artificial intelligence tool to help the smaller number of crop consultants access decades of data to help farmers get the answers they need.  We’ll hear from Leah Anderson from Land O’ Lakes and WinField United […] The post Artificial intelligence will soon help farmers with seed and crop protection appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

By leveraging advanced convolutional neural network (CNN) architecture and intelligent optimization algorithms, an AI-powered model significantly surpasses conventional techniques, offering enhanced accuracy and reduced computational costs.

Intelligent gardens will know when they need watering

Penn State’s electronic tongue, enhanced by AI, detects subtle variations in liquids for food safety and diagnostics, with over 95% accuracy by defining its own parameters. A newly developed electronic tongue can distinguish subtle differences in similar liquids, such as milk with varying levels of water content, as well as identify a variety of products, [...]

A team of EU scientists is developing a new advanced camera that uses photonics to reveal what the eye cannot see. This innovative system is being developed to transform various industries, including vertical farming.

Researchers have made significant progress in the field of artificial intelligence by applying deep learning techniques to automate the detection and classification of crop leaf diseases.

How we use land and feed a growing global population, and the burden we place on natural habitats in pursuit of nutrition, will again take center stage at the annual global climate change conference, COP29, in November.

URBANA, Ill. — Most corn and soybean fields in the U.S. are planted with herbicide-resistant crop varieties. However, the evolution of superweeds that have developed resistance to common herbicides is […] The post New Illinois Study Explores Adoption of Robotic Weeding to Fight Superweeds appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Most corn and soybean fields in the U.S. are planted with herbicide-resistant crop varieties. However, the evolution of superweeds that have developed resistance to common herbicides is jeopardizing current weed management strategies. Agricultural robotics for mechanical weeding is an emerging technology that could potentially provide a solution. A new study looks at the types of farmers and fields more likely to adopt weeding robots and at what stage of resistance development.

Automated tools could help nations reach conservation goals, scientists say

Most corn and soybean fields in the U.S. are planted with herbicide-resistant crop varieties. However, the evolution of superweeds that have developed resistance to common herbicides is jeopardizing current weed management strategies. Agricultural robotics for mechanical weeding is an emerging technology that could potentially provide a solution.

Agricultural drones were a novel new idea less than a decade ago, but now, they are quickly becoming a cost-effective farming tool thanks to larger payloads, changes in regulations, and improved technology.  Arthur Erickson with Hylio says the technology has already reached a point where farmers get a quick return on investment, and the outlook […] The post Drones have raised productivity and lowered costs for farmers appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

AMES, Iowa – In a collaborative effort to showcase agricultural practices and technology, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach hosted several Precision Agriculture and Animal Science Days across the state […] The post Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Hosts Precision Agriculture and Animal Science Days appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

DAVIS, Calif. — A robot that navigates and weeds row-crop fields – and its design team from Olin College of Engineering in Massachusetts – have garnered the grand prize in […] The post Students Design High-Tech Solutions Through Farm Robotics Challenge appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

XYZ Media, a media and marketing company at the intersection of education and technology, is proud to introduce the latest feature in its "Next Generation of Innovators" series. This series highlights young leaders solving real-world global challenges through innovative solutions.

The third annual FIRA USA event, held at the Yolo County Fairgrounds, highlighted the latest innovations in agricultural robotics and automation. FIRA USA, which has become the largest ag-tech conference ... Read More The post FIRA USA Brings Agricultural Robotics to California appeared first on AgNet West.

Precision agriculture is becoming more important for farmers and ranchers, but is also creating career opportunities for ag students. The National FFA Organization and Microsoft are featuring FarmBeats for Students, a program that helps ag teachers integrate precision ag technology into their classrooms. Microsoft program manager Ankur Anand says the ag industry is continuting to evolve. […] The post Using precision agriculture with Microsoft and FFA’s FarmBeats for Students appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Upon receiving an affogato order, the three-jointed arm of barista robot Porty readies the portafilter and locks it into the coffee grinder. After extracting a fresh shot from the espresso machine, Porty pours it over a cup of ice cream, prepared by

MOULTRIE, Ga. — The Darrell Williams Research Farm is known to be a busy spot at the Sunbelt Ag Expo, and today was no exception. A tractor-driven trolly pulls attendees […] The post Dust, Dirt, & Drones at Darrell Williams Research Farm appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. How refrigeration ruined fresh food Three-quarters of everything in the average American diet passes through the cold chain—the network of warehouses, shipping containers, trucks, display cases, and domestic fridges that keep meat, milk,…

Taylor Soper / GeekWire: Seattle-based Carbon Robotics, which offers an AI-powered deweeding robot for farmers, raised a $70M Series D led by BOND, taking its total funding to $157M  —  Seattle startup Carbon Robotics raised $70 million in the latest vote of confidence from investors in the company's agriculture technology platform …

Building a digital duplicate and integrating data better will enhance crop health, farm productivity and the bottom line. 

Eric Sfiligoj and Lara Sowinski discuss the recent collaboration on artificial intelligence, the latest on longshoremen/Farm Bill talks, and a new ag outlook with some good news. The post CropLife Retail Week: Syngenta/Taranis AI Project, Longshoremen/Farm Bill Updates, and a Positive Ag Economic Report appeared first on CropLife.

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The quest to figure out farming on Mars Once upon a time, water flowed across the surface of Mars. Waves lapped against shorelines, strong winds gusted and howled, and driving rain fell from…

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The quest to protect farmworkers from extreme heat On July 21, 2024, temperatures soared in many parts of the world, breaking the record for the hottest day ever recorded on the planet. The…

AGRIVI has made its AI Advisor tool available to every farmer in Barbados for free in order to "democratize" access to agtech. The post Gen AI for small farms ‘can significantly boost production of major commodities’ says AGRIVI in Barbados agtech roll-out appeared first on AgFunderNews.

Researchers give AI-powered taste detector to electronic tongue

Farm automation faces a trust and manufacturing barrier that investment money alone cannot overcome. The post Guest article: Farmers aren’t buying today’s ag robotics model. You shouldn’t either appeared first on AgFunderNews.

A new report reveals the challenges that farmers want researchers to prioritise solving, including the impact of artificial intelligence on ...

A new survey by the Illinois Center for Digital Agriculture finds more than half of corn farmers would adopt weeding robots. Ag economist Shadi Attallah says the prevalence of herbicide resistance weeds is a major factor. “We looked at two situations here, a $40,000 robot and a $20,000 robot,” he explains. “And as you would […] The post Farmers look to weeding robots as herbicide resistance solution appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

AcreShield brings an innovative AI solution to solve the Yield Gap problem and, by doing so, brings farmers smarter seed selection with protection. The post AcreShield Provides Real ROI to Farmers, Completes Series A Funding to Further Expand AI Developments appeared first on CropLife.

An electronic tongue identifies liquid differences, spoilage, and food safety issues. AI enhances its accuracy, helping distinguish between products like milk, soda, coffee, and juices.

Researchers found that children diagnosed with food allergy by age 6 months were eight times more likely to develop atopic dermatitis by age 1 year vs. those with no disease.Similarly, children with AD or food allergy by age 6 months were five times more likely to develop either disease by age 4 years.“It is important to understand that not all food allergy is preceded by AD,” Carina Venter, PhD, RD, associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, Children’s Hospital Colorado, told Healio. “This has implications for food

PEKIN, Ill. — Drone technology is increasing in its applicability in improving farm operations. University of Illinois Extension Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit Farm Management Educator Kevin Brooks uses drones to assist local farmers […] The post Extension Demonstrates Usefulness of Drones in Farm Operations appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — First, University of Florida scientists developed technology to kill weeds, instead of strawberries. Now, UF/IFAS researchers are designing a machine that can surgically eliminate weeds while preserving […] The post AI May Help Kill Weeds, Preserve Peppers, Tomatoes appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

A new study led by staff from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in East Africa has used a predictive artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm to confirm the location of previously-unmapped high marine biodiversity areas along Mozambique's extensive coastline.

Autonomous sidewalk delivery provider Serve Robotics has partnered with on-demand drone delivery provider Wing Aviation to pilot food transportation options that will “redefine last-mile delivery.” Together, the new partners will start testing autonomous robot-to-drone deliveries to customers several miles away. more…

Eric Sfiligoj and Lara Sowinski discuss the nationwide dryness impacting ag, the longshoremen strike, and artificial intelligence in agriculture. The post CropLife Retail Week: Drought Spreads, Logistics Issues, and AI in Agriculture appeared first on CropLife.

A new robotic automated kitchen is serving 600 students a day at Florida International University. Fox News Digital spoke to the chef who feeds the machine and the man who helped make it.

Under a deal with leading ag equipment dealer Rocky Mountain Equipment, Brilliant Harvest will provide the firm's 43 stores with their own dealer branded mobile app. The post Exclusive: Brilliant Harvest emerges from stealth with AI-powered helpdesk for ag equipment dealers appeared first on AgFunderNews.

Kit Chellel / Bloomberg: Behind Bot Farm Corporation, a Siberia-based operation that raked in millions of dollars by deploying advanced poker-playing AI software across gambling sites  —  # How a card-playing # Siberian AI outsmarted # the world's brightest  —  # researchers and # raked in millions

In other farm technology news: Farm management platform CropX acquires a nitrogen-sensing startup, and S2G Ventures invests to expand rural broadband.

The patent, filed in early 2021, integrates with other LandScan technologies to optimize agricultural production by enabling advanced AI through machine learning. The post LandScan Secures Precision Agricultural Industry’s First Digital Twin Patent appeared first on CropLife.

You'll have to opt out if you don't like it – EU and a few others excepted LinkedIn started harvesting user-generated content to train its AI without asking for permission, angering netizens.…

The technology was ranked in the top 10 new technologies of 2023 by the World Ag Expo. 

Calls have been made for the government to change how food quality and safety is checked, as new technology can track food from farm-to-plat...

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. — The Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard Educational Foundation has recently awarded a grant to continue advances in precision agriculture and STEM education to Dr. Wei-zhen Liang University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Biological Systems Engineering. She is based at Scottsbluff’s UNL Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center. “The initiative integrates advanced technologies, including cameras, weather […] The post Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard Educational Foundation Awards Grant for Precision Agriculture and STEM appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Story by Jordan Strickler LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment has secured a $910,000 grant from the USDA to develop and refine drone technology in cattle management. This five-year project, titled “Precision Livestock Management: Cattle Monitoring and Herding Using Cooperative Drones,” explores how drones can assist in herding, monitoring and collecting physiological […]

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Why we need an AI safety hotline —Kevin Frazier is an assistant professor at St. Thomas University College of Law and senior research fellow in the Constitutional Studies Program at the University of…

JUNEAU, Wis. — This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal from Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) will dive into topics to improve land, operations and bottom line for today’s dairy producers. The Tuesday episode will focus on soil health, with an overview of robotic milking systems on Wednesday. The regular market and economic news update returns […] The post Dairy Signal: Soil Health, Robotic Milking Systems and Market News appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

AI's predictive ability empowers agribusinesses to adjust planting schedules, optimise harvest times, and make well-informed decisions regarding crop selection The post Farm to table reinvented: How AI is driving agricultural value chain transformation appeared first on Gulf Business.

Rivulis, the leader in innovative micro-irrigation solutions, takes pride in being the world's first irrigation company to introduce its market-leading AI technology, Rivulis AI.

A U.S. Representative from Iowa says the use of Chinese-manufactured agriculture drones could be a threat to food security. Republican Ashley Hinson tells Brownfield the U.S. needs to push back against China’s supply of DJI spray drones. “They have sophisticated sensing technology designed to help monitor the health of crops and direct the spray to […] The post Rep. Hinson says Chinese ag drones threaten U.S. food supply appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

If lawmakers are genuinely concerned about security, says DJI, they should develop technology-based data security standards that all drone operators and manufacturers must follow, regardless of their country of origin. The post Chinese ag drone maker DJI hits back as US lawmakers accuse it of ‘weaponizing’ aircraft ‘to gain leverage over nation’s food supply’ appeared first on AgFunderNews.

Integrating artificial intelligence into today’s environmental control systems could reduce energy consumption for indoor agriculture by 25% – potentially helping to feed the world as its population rises, Cornell engineers have found. “If we incorporate AI into agricultural plant factories – large-scale indoor farms with complete lighting and climate control – all around the world, [...]

MANHATTAN, Kan. — In this video, K-State Research and Extension weed management specialist Sarah Lancaster explains how drones are being used to help farmers control weeds in their fields. “One area we are using drones is in spraying crops, but the other that is probably a little more common is for use in scouting fields,” Lancaster […] The post Video: How Drones Are Helping Farmers Manage Weeds appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Integrating artificial intelligence into today's environmental control systems could reduce energy consumption for indoor agriculture by 25% -- potentially helping to feed the world as its population rises, engineers have found.

Integrating artificial intelligence into today's environmental control systems could reduce energy consumption for indoor agriculture by 25%—potentially helping to feed the world as its population rises, Cornell engineers have found.

ITHACA, N.Y. — Integrating artificial intelligence into today’s environmental control systems could reduce energy consumption for indoor agriculture by 25% – potentially helping to feed the world as its population rises, Cornell engineers have found. “If we incorporate AI into agricultural plant factories – large-scale indoor farms with complete lighting and climate control – all […] The post AI Boosts Indoor Food Production’s Energy Sustainability appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Yogiyo, a South Korean food delivery app, officially launched the country's first robot delivery service, the company said Monday. The service was introduced in the Songdo district of Incheon, about 40 kilometers west of Seoul, with plans for na

Artificial intelligence and traditional aid are helping farmers like Salihu Ali in northern Nigeria act before their farms are submerged by increasingly regular floods fuelled by climate change.

Google offers cannabis retailers powerful tools to enhance their digital marketing strategies, online presence, and foot traffic. read more

A study has found that improved artificial intelligence (AI) training is required when developing nutrition apps that are used to track food intake or manage weight.

GDPR fines keep amassing for Clearview AI — a US-based startup known for its thorough (and potentially perilous) facial recognition services. Following similar measures by data protection authorities in France, Italy, and Greece, the Netherlands’ DPA today hit Clearview with a €30.5mn fine for its “illegal” database of photos. This brings the company’s total fines in the EU to €90.5mn. Clearview offers its facial recognition solutions to intelligence and investigative services, which can benefit from a database of over 50 billion facial images. For this database, the startup is collecting photos from public web sources. This includes social media profiles…This story continues at The Next Web

Malaysian agritech startup BoomGrow is collaborating with CelcomDigi to launch 5G and AI-powered Machine Farms.

GARNETT, Kan. – Kansas farmers will get a hands-on look at agricultural uses of unmanned aerial vehicles – more commonly called drones – during an upcoming public meeting in Garnett. […] The post September 10 meeting to highlight use of drones in agriculture appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Samsung Food Plus can create tailored meal plans based on your nutritional needs and the food in your fridge and pantry. | Image: Samsung New features on Samsung’s AI-powered food and recipe app could make your meal planning and food management chores much easier. With Samsung Food, you can now add items to a Food List just by taking a picture. The app can then suggest recipes based on the food you have, automatically remove them when you cook a recipe using anything on the list, then add food items back to the list when you tick them off your shopping list. The Food List was previously only accessible via the SmartThings app and the built-in tablet on Samsung’s Family Hub smart fridges, limiting its usefulness. Now, as part of the cross-platform Samsung Food app, it could turn the service into a really useful all-in-one shopping, food management, meal planning, and... Continue reading…

RALEIGH, N.C. — Heatwaves. Wildfires. Pests. Disease. Weeds. Floods. Droughts. None of these are what worry farmers most. What keeps farmers up at night is labor, according to a North Carolina agricultural stakeholder workshop held earlier this summer. “You might think that most farmers see pests or weeds or weather events as their biggest concerns,” says Alejandro […] The post Robots on the Farm appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

A new University of Sydney study has found that improved artificial intelligence (AI) training is required when developing nutrition apps that are used to track food intake or manage weight.

The Light Robotics Manager at Beck’s Hybrids says farmers can increase productivity on their operations by using advanced drone technology. ​Jim Love says there are a lot of opportunities for drone use, especially because it can get to places other sprayers can’t. “The drone technology, especially spray drones right now, look like they’re probably going to dominate […] The post Spray drones looking to dominate ag tech industry appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

ADM and other businesses are disclosing potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence as the technology becomes more essential for growth.

Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT show promise as a useful means in agriculture to write simple computer programs for microcontrollers, according to a study published this month.

Annual awards program recognizes innovation in agricultural and food technologies around the globe. The post AgTech Breakthrough Awards Recognizes Intelinair as 2024 “AgTech Data Analytics Company Of The Year”  appeared first on CropLife.

The plan is to do away with an H-IIA rocket upper stage – and prove it's possible Japanese space debris cleaning outfit Astroscale revealed on Monday that it will enter a ¥12,000 million ($81.4 million) five-year contract with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency to remove the upper stage of the space org's H-IIA rocket from orbit using a newly developed satellite.…

$81 billion to retrieve H-IIA rocket – and prove it's possible Japanese space debris cleaning outfit Astroscale revealed on Monday that it will enter a ¥12 billion ($81.4 billion) five-year contract with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency to remove the upper stage of the space org's H-IIA rocket from orbit using a newly developed satellite.…

To get to be a farmer, Brian Martin first has to be a decider. What to grow. How much of it to grow. What seed to use. Where to grow it. When to plant it...

Transforming satellite imagery! Continue reading StarFusion, an innovative fusion method for precision agriculture on Tech Explorist.

It's a fully autonomous robot that eliminates herbicide-resistant weeds mechanically.

Remote sensing plays a vital role in monitoring agricultural landscapes, yet current satellite sensors often struggle with the trade-off between spatial and temporal resolution.

Researchers have introduced StarFusion, a cutting-edge spatiotemporal fusion method that significantly improves the temporal resolution and fusion accuracy of high-resolution satellite imagery in agriculture. By fusing data from China’s Gaofen-1 and Europe’s Sentinel-2 satellites, StarFusion addresses the common problem of infrequent imaging due to long revisit periods and cloud cover interference from high-resolution satellites, which […]

Kansas State University professor Ajay Sharda and Brian Martin, a farmer near Clay Center, Kansas, have been partnering for years on advancing AI technology in precision agriculture. In July they welcomed a group of international ag producers to the Martin farm to see such technology firsthand. The post Advancing AI technology in precision agriculture appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Through the application of several technologies, Shanghai plans to convert a portion of its land into unmanned farming areas – a move it says will increase efficiency and aid in China’s food security campaign.

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Extension is hosting two drone conferences on Wednesday, Aug. 14 and Thursday, Aug. 15 at West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte, Neb. The two-day event begins with the...

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GLASGOW, Scotland — In 2020, global agricultural emissions were 16 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and other FAO data shows that cattle – including meat and milk – contribute around 3.8 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent. Increasing the efficiency and output of cattle grazing […] The post Pixels to Pasture: How AI Can Help Farmers Predict Their Pasture appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Researchers from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT have paved the way for farmers (from small-holders to big ranchers) information about the quantity and quality of their grazing pastures, right there on their smartphone.

Researchers from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT have paved the way for farmers (from small-holders to big ranchers) information about the quantity and quality of their grazing pastures, right there on their smartphone. In 2020, global agricultural emissions were 16 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization […]

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Extension is hosting two drone conferences on Wednesday, Aug. 14 and Thursday, Aug. 15 at West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte, Nebraska. The two-day event begins with the 2nd Annual Drones in Agriculture Conference on Aug. 14 and concludes with the 2nd Nebraska Spray Drone Conference on […] The post Nebraska Is the Epicenter for Agricultural Drone Conferences in August 2024 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

A study in Discover Applied Sciences introduces a novel approach combining LoRa communication, digital twins, and IoRT to remotely control agricultural robots. This method enhances robot navigation in complex environments, improves efficiency, and reduces dependency on high-end networks, showcasing significant potential for precision farming and beyond.

Vast swaths of the nation, both urban and rural, are deemed "food deserts" due to their reduced access to a variety of healthy and inexpensive food. Often, people living in food deserts also experience higher poverty levels.

Palantir released its second-quarter financial results on Monday, with CTO Shyam Sankar emphasizing the company's long-term investments in foundational technologies for enterprise AI and highlighting a 27% year-over-year increase in total revenue. read more

Soil liquefaction that results in infrastructure damage has long been a point of contention for urban planners and engineers. Accurately predicting the soil liquefaction risk of a region could help overcome this challenge. Accordingly, researchers applied artificial intelligence to generate soil liquefaction risk maps, superseding already published risk maps.

Towards smart cities. Continue reading Artificial Intelligence helps predict soil liquefaction risk on Tech Explorist.

INDIANAPOLIS — Dozens of FFA chapters around the United States are getting a new classroom resource for the 2024-25 school year as part of a Microsoft grant. The grant will help FFA members and advisors launch a new version of FarmBeats for Students, a hands-on education program built around precision agriculture that Microsoft developed in […] The post FFA Receives Grant From Microsoft to Expand Precision Agriculture Education Nationwide appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.