Tech in focus

The machine utilises positioning sensors and a trajectory-controlling algorithm to maintain a consistent distance between rows. – Photos: Merlo Spa

28-11 | News

Merlo Spa unveils autonomous electric robot sprayer for specialized crops

At first glance, the Fendt e107 S Vario looks very similar to the diesel-powered 207 Vario. However, the absence of an exhaust pipe immediately stands out. There’s no three-cylinder engine idling. Once you select a direction, the electric motor begins running at an idle speed of 800 rpm. Outside the tractor, the motor's hum is clearly audible, but inside the cabin, it’s hardly noticeable—especially with the radio on. – Photos: Jacco van Erkelens

25-11 | Article

Test drive with Fendt e107 S Vario featuring an onboard battery pack

Abemec is taking over the import of Farmdroid robots from HAK Schoffeltechniek in Bleiswijk. – Photo: Nikolai Tuborg

25-11 | News

Dutch import of Farmdroid robots to Abemec

The Kubota KATR is a compact, four-wheeled robotic vehicle designed for operation on slopes and rough terrain. Its four legs can bend and extend hydraulically, allowing the KATR to remain stable even on uneven ground. – Photo: Kubota

22-11 | News

Robot Kubota KATR wins CES Innovation Award

At the Wieringermeerpolder, an autonomous Fendt tractor equipped with the iQuus Autonomy system was put to the test at Bloembollenbedrijf Ruiter-Wever. The innovative technology, developed by Dutch manufacturer GPX Solutions, offers farmers the opportunity to optimize labor and fieldwork with minimal supervision. While the system shows great promise, farmers are eager for improvements like reverse functionality to enhance its capabilities. – Photo: Theo Galama

21-11 | Article

Bright prospects for the unmanned tractor – Especially with reverse capability

The Lithuanian agricultural company Auga Group had been working on a 500-horsepower hybrid tractor: the M1. However, the company is halting the development of the Auga M1 tractor due to financial difficulties. At the front of the tractor is a combustion engine powered by (bio)methane gas, while behind the cabin sits a generator that produces electricity for the electric wheel motors. – Photos: Mark Pasveer

20-11 | News

Auga Group halts development of hybrid Auga M1 tractor

The Italian trade fair Eima 2024, the second-largest mechanization fair in Europe, showcased numerous innovations. Future Farming highlighted 15 new developments in a photo report, including an electric Alpego power harrow, a new Solis narrow-track tractor, and updated tracks and specialty tires from Vredestein and BKT. – Photos: Bas van Hattum

20-11 | Photoreport

Eima 2024, the second-largest mechanization fair in Europe, showcases many innovations

Craig Rupp: I think the likes of tractor company is stuck in the Innovator’s Dilemma. I imagine there is a team working on the next bigger model. It’s in their DNA. There is nothing they can do to change that.” – Photo generated by AI DALL-E

19-11 | Expert opinion

‘Autonomy: The key to reducing horsepower — It’s not just smart, it’s the law’

Mississippi State University Assistant Professor Hussein Gharakhani, front, is a MAFES scientist whose research focuses on agricultural autonomy. Also pictured are Research Associate Jessica Wolfe and Assistant Professor Nuwan Wijewardane assessing a robot in a corn field as a UAV flies above at the university’s W.B. Andrews Agricultural Systems Research Farm. – Photo: Dominique Belcher

15-11 | News

MSU, John Deere partner for research to move agricultural autonomy forward

Last year, the innovative Digital Workbench Tipard 1800 won the Ag-Robot of the Year 2024 title, as decided by public vote. – Photo: Mark Pasveer

15-11 | News

Last call: Showcase your Ag-Robot in the Future Farming Ag-robot buying guide 2025

Pöttinger Sensosafe wildlife scanner now available for 10-meter-wide equipment

Merlo Spa unveils autonomous electric robot sprayer for specialized crops

28-11 | Article

Users on the Galileo CupWheel: More traction and an even footprint