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Autonomous Weeding: Cropr Launches Weedr, Its AI-Powered Laser Robot

The Dutch company Cropr has unveiled Weedr, an autonomous laser weeding robot that employs advanced technologies such as machine vision and artificial intelligence to target weeds without the use of herbicides. This technology addresses the growing demand for herbicide-free management in Europe, amid strict regulations and labor shortages.

Agricultural Machinery: AGCO Optimizes Engines to Reduce Fuel Consumption Across Brands

Agricultural Robotics: Reservoir Provides Free Access to Farms for Real-World Testing

Reservoir, an agricultural innovation network, introduces a free participation level to allow startups and researchers to access field testing without monthly fees. This three-tier model, which includes paid options, aims to reduce the development costs of agricultural automation products while positioning Reservoir as an incubator for agricultural robots.

AGCO Améliore l'Efficacité Énergétique de ses Marques Fendt, Massey Ferguson et Valtra

AGCO, leader mondial en machinerie agricole, met en avant ses nouvelles technologies d'économie de carburant à travers ses marques Fendt, Massey Ferguson et Valtra. Ces innovations, validées par des tests indépendants, permettent aux agriculteurs de réduire leurs coûts d'exploitation tout en garantissant performance et fiabilité. Les moteurs AGCO Power et les systèmes de transmission intégrés jouent un rôle clé dans cette avancée, offrant des gains d'efficacité mesurables dans des conditions de travail réelles.

AGCO Valtra atteint un jalon de production avec sa 1000ème CVT en Finlande

AGCO, à travers sa marque Valtra, a célébré la production de sa 1000ème transmission à variation continue (CVT) dans son usine de Suolahti, en Finlande. Cet événement marque un tournant dans l'industrialisation de la production de composants clés pour les tracteurs, soutenu par un investissement de 38 millions d'euros. La nouvelle installation a démontré une capacité de production efficace et de haute qualité, renforçant ainsi la promesse de fabrication finlandaise et l'intégration verticale au sein du réseau mondial d'AGCO.

AGCO Annonce sa Participation à la Conférence Wells Fargo 2026

AGCO, leader mondial en machinerie agricole, participera à la 16e conférence annuelle Wells Fargo sur les industries et matériaux, où son CFO, Damon Audia, interviendra. Cet événement, prévu pour le 9 juin 2026, sera accessible en direct aux investisseurs via le site d'AGCO. L'entreprise, qui met en avant une stratégie axée sur les agriculteurs, continue d'innover dans le domaine des technologies agricoles pour améliorer la productivité et la durabilité.

Perplant, a Danish startup, raises €1 million to deploy its ultra-precise spraying AI

Perplant, a Danish startup, has successfully raised €1 million to develop AI sensor technology for tractors, enabling a 90% reduction in herbicide use and a 30% decrease in fertilizers. The technology allows real-time crop monitoring with an accuracy of 2 to 10 cm. Perplant has already mapped over 200,000 hectares in Europe, creating the largest precision database in the Nordic countries and anticipates potential savings of €36,000 per year for a 200-hectare farm.

Precision Fertilization: A German Trial Shows Nitrogen Can Be Reduced Without Yield Loss

A field trial conducted by KWS and its partners on three German farms has demonstrated that precision fertilization can reduce nitrogen fertilizer use by 25% while maintaining the same sugar yield. This advancement addresses the growing sustainability demands in agriculture, particularly in light of new emission regulations and the potential introduction of carbon taxes in several European countries.

GroLoop: Infinite Acres Launches Platform to Manage Large-Scale Vertical Farms

Infinite Acres has unveiled GroLoop, an innovative agricultural management platform that integrates software, environmental controls, and robotics to optimize operations in controlled environment agriculture. Already in use across nearly one million square feet for 80 Acres Farms, GroLoop provides a scalable and adaptable solution, enabling producers to maximize crop quality and align their production with real-time market demand. This technology, proven effective at scale, will be showcased in June 2026 at the GreenTech Expo in Amsterdam.

Agritech EU: A European Consortium Aims to Train the Next Generation of Digital Agriculture Experts

The Agritech EU project, co-funded by the European Union, aims to transform agriculture across Europe by training specialists in digital technologies. With 13 partners from 6 European countries, it will develop a catalog of training modules on key topics such as artificial intelligence and robotics. The Institut Agro Montpellier, with its nine research professors, contributes to this initiative by integrating a Master's program focused on agro-environmental data management, preparing future professionals to support the digital transition of agricultural operations.

ePropelled Launches Integrated Propulsion Platform to Boost Agricultural Drones

The launch of an integrated propulsion system by ePropelled aims to enhance the payload capacity and spraying precision of agricultural drones. This rapidly growing market is projected to exceed $4 billion by 2026, driven by labor shortages and rising input costs. Drones are increasingly used to reduce pesticide use and improve input efficiency, particularly in vineyards and horticulture.

Precision Agriculture: An Embedded AI Platform for Real-Time Crop Mapping

Croptimistic Technology has received a U.S. patent for its SWAT CAM product, an autonomous imaging system for crop analysis. With over one million acres mapped in three seasons, this technology replaces manual plant counting by agronomists, using cameras mounted on sprayers to capture images at regular intervals, achieving 6% accuracy compared to actual counts.

AGCO Annonce sa Participation à la Conférence J.P. Morgan 2026

AGCO, leader mondial en machines agricoles, participera à la conférence J.P. Morgan 2026, où des dirigeants discuteront des innovations en agriculture de précision. L'événement, prévu le 19 mai, sera accessible en direct sur le site d'AGCO, soulignant l'engagement de l'entreprise à soutenir les agriculteurs avec des solutions durables et performantes.

U.S. Sugar Deploys Large-Scale Fleet of Autonomous Tractors on 255,000 Acres in Florida

U.S. Sugar has recently launched the largest commercial fleet of autonomous tractors in the U.S. sugar industry, with five John Deere tractors operating across 255,000 acres in Florida. This 24/7 deployment utilizes advanced automation systems to enhance land preparation and sugarcane cultivation, while planning expansion into other crops. The company is committed to training its employees for new roles related to operating autonomous tractors.

La traite par lots VMS™ révolutionne les exploitations laitières

Le système de traite par lots VMS™ de DeLaval, en forte expansion mondiale, permet aux exploitations laitières de traire efficacement jusqu'à 600 vaches avec un seul opérateur. En combinant robotisation et méthodes traditionnelles, il répond aux enjeux de main-d'œuvre et d'efficacité, tout en améliorant le confort des animaux et la qualité du lait. Des fermes, comme celle du comté de Tyrone en Irlande du Nord, témoignent d'une réduction significative des coûts de main-d'œuvre et d'une augmentation des rendements laitiers.

Europe: Towards an Evolution of the Regulatory Framework for Agricultural Drones in Crop Protection

As the demand for sustainable agriculture rises, drones are emerging as essential tools for European farmers. However, current regulations hinder their adoption. An initiative from 15 member states calls for a modernization of guidelines to integrate these innovative technologies.

Brazil: GeoIA Launches Precision Agriculture Platform Reducing Pesticide Use by 82%

At Agrishow 2026, GeoIA unveiled a precision agriculture platform that leverages artificial intelligence to cut pesticide usage by up to 82.29%. Developed by the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, this technology combines high-resolution aerial imagery with deep learning models to map crops. It enables targeted pesticide application, replacing uniform spraying with a precision spraying system.

Brazil: Biojet Partners with AGCO to Exclusively Deploy Localized Biological Input Injection Systems

Brazilian company Biojet has signed a strategic agreement with AGCO (an American group specializing in agricultural machinery), granting it exclusivity for the supply of in-furrow spraying systems for biological inputs. This partnership, announced at Agrishow 2026, aims to meet the growing demand for sustainable nutrition solutions while expanding Biojet's operational scale through the approval of its BJ 1000L sprayer on the Momentum platform and opening distribution channels for other innovative technologies.

Materials That Can Memorize and React: A Step Towards Mechanical Intelligence

Researchers from EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne), AMOLF (a Dutch research institute based in Amsterdam), and Leiden University have developed a rotating platform capable of programming mechanical materials using centrifugal forces. Named "dynamic driving," this approach allows elastic structures to switch between two stable states to store information in the form of "mechanical bits." This advancement opens new perspectives for soft robotics, biomedical devices, and intelligent systems without embedded electronics.

Towards Optimized Application of Biopesticides: Impact of Nozzles and Droplet Size on Microbial Efficacy

A study evaluated the foliar application of biopesticides by analyzing the droplet sizes produced during spraying. The range of 100 to 300 μm, deemed optimal for leaf penetration and microorganism viability, was examined based on different types of hydraulic nozzles and application pressures. Results show that these parameters significantly influence droplet distribution. Despite slight variations from water, biological solutions remain suitable for effective foliar application with conventional equipment.