Robotics in agriculture belongs to the categories Automation, Sustainability and Environment 4.0 and Robots. This term describes the use of robots and automated machines to perform various tasks in agriculture. The aim is to make agricultural work more efficient, precise and environmentally friendly.
Typical areas of application include the automatic sowing of seeds, the targeted application of fertiliser or pesticides and the harvesting of fruit. An illustrative example is a field robot that moves independently through the rows of tomato plants. The robot uses sensors to recognise ripe fruit, picks it carefully and places it in boxes.
Robotics in agriculture can save farmers time and money, reduce the use of chemicals and conserve resources. At the same time, the physical strain on farmers is reduced. This development helps to ensure future-proof and sustainable farming, even in the face of growing challenges such as climate change or labour shortages.
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