Category: Technology
UF experts deploy AI to help farmers forecast tomato yields
New UF-developed tools use artificial intelligence to count fruit and flowers, helping growers forecast strawberry and tomato yields more accurately.
New Reservoir program lowers barriers for ag robotics, AI startups
Reservoir Farms launches a free tier that gives startups, researchers and innovators access to on-farm testing and commercialization support.
AI-powered LaserWeeder scans 150 million images to identify weeds
Carbon Robotics unveils its AI-driven Large Plant Model to improve laser weed control across crops and conditions.
Scientists launch open-source plant pathogen surveillance platform
USDA-ARS scientists developed PathogenSurveillance, an open-source tool for rapid plant pathogen detection and disease surveillance.
Great Lakes Tek Flex highlights robotics, precision ag tech for specialty crop growers
Great Lakes Tek Flex will showcase robotics, drones and precision ag technology for specialty crop growers Sept. 10-11 in Michigan.
2026 GPS datum shift: specialty crop grower checklist
Precision matters. Learn how an upcoming GPS change could affect your crop rows, beds and long-term data, and how to prepare now.
Where it’s made: Oxbo opens harvester factory in Western New York
Oxbo is opening a new manufacturing facility in Bergen focused on designing and building equipment for specialty crop farmers.
AI takes root: What’s the deal with decision support tools for specialty crop farmers?
A look at Gen AI platforms reveals promise and limitations. Explore where AI can support you — and where expert insight still matters most.
AI harvesting tool launched for CEA pepper growers
Source.ag says its model cuts forecast errors by 50%, giving growers, labor managers and sales teams a reliable weekly picture of what’s coming on.
Salinas test farm aims to accelerate AgTech adoption in specialty crops
Learn about a new tech incubator farm opening in the epicenter of California’s specialty crop industry.
Agritourism to value-added: 5 takeaways from the 2026 Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference
Attendees explored organic systems, value-added products, agritourism models and emerging technologies. Read on for takeaways from the show.
Southeast Michigan vegetable and field crop winter meeting set for Feb. 4 in Dundee
The winter meeting offers a chance to gain research-based insights, earn credits and connect with MSU experts. Learn more and get registered.
Accessing ag automation
FIRA USA gave specialty crop growers a glimpse at the latest robotics and automated equipment. Have a look at the future of farming.
2026 vegetable industry outlook: How labor, technology and trade will shape the year ahead
The year ahead will challenge growers across multiple fronts. Learn how growers are investing in tech, pushing labor reform and adding value.
Spray drones: best practices for specialty crop use
University and Extension researchers are unlocking the potential of spray drone technology in vegetable production. Learn more now.
Rolling out a new way to water: Sumisansui irrigation system
Michigan State University trialed a new drip irrigation system. Learn how the system performed and which crops its best suited for.