The Robotics Revolution in Agriculture: Are You Ready?

Join our workshops designed for crop farmers. Each of the themed workshops will be non-technical and explore how robotics could benefit your business. Discover current technologies, share your challenges, and help shape future solutions.

The sessions will focus on understanding your operations, identifying key pain points, and capturing use cases where robotics could add real value. You’ll also have the opportunity to request tailored 1:1 advice and explore potential funding pathways.

We are in the midst of a robotics revolution. From manufacturing to food and drink, robots are transforming industries - and agriculture is next. This December, join us for a hands-on, discovery-focused workshop designed specifically for farmers who are curious about how robotics could benefit their operations.

Topics, workshop dates/times:

Crops/arables: Tuesday 9 December, 12.00-4.30pm

Livestock: Wednesday 10 Deceember, 10am-2.30pm

Potatoes: Thursday 11 December, 10am-2.30pm

Why attend?

• Explore how automation can solve real challenges on your farm
• Learn about the latest robotics technologies relevant to agriculture
• Connect with experts and engineers from the National Robotarium
• Receive tailored advice through follow-up 1:1 sessions
• Uncover available funding
• Best for farmers and producers who already run well-sized operations and want to use robotics to improve their, or those with a specific challenge they would like to explore

What to expect:
These workshops are designed to be accessible and non-technical, focusing on understanding your business needs and identifying where robotics could add value. You’ll leave with high-level insights, potential use cases, and a pathway to further support and funding.

The National Robotarium will gain insights into what is going on in your sector and how they can best support your needs.

Who should attend?
Farmers and agricultural business owners who are curious about the future of farming.

Let’s shape the future of farming together.

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