Swiss ag-tech leader Ecorobotix is set to reveal a groundbreaking agricultural innovation at the upcoming Agritechnica trade show. The company will demonstrate how its advanced artificial intelligence now enables the safe and targeted application of non-selective contact herbicides, a world-first capability for the farming industry.
Plant-by-Plant AI Revolutionizes Weed Control
At the core of this breakthrough is Ecorobotix's proprietary Plant-by-Plant™ AI technology. This system empowers the company's Ultra-High Precision (UHP) sprayers to identify and target individual weeds with unprecedented accuracy. The result is the ability to use potent non-selective herbicides without damaging the surrounding crops, leaving fields clean and undamaged.
This technological leap effectively eliminates the need for mechanical and manual weeding, solving a significant and long-standing challenge for farmers. By combining this AI with a unique Safety-zone feature, the system ensures herbicides are applied only where they are needed.
Proven Results: Higher Yields and Major Input Reduction
The practical benefits of this technology are already being realized on the ground. Farmers in both Europe and the United States have recorded significant yield increases by applying selective herbicides solely on weeds, avoiding crop contact entirely.
Ecorobotix now boasts the largest AI model portfolio in agricultural spraying, with more than 30 crop-specific algorithms. This extensive library includes models for cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, lettuce, onion, spinach, potato, tomato, garlic, and sweetcorn, among others. This diverse capability allows for ultra-targeted applications of not just herbicides but other crop protection products as well, leading to a dramatic reduction in chemical inputs by up to 95%.
Award-Winning Innovation for Sustainable Farming
Ecorobotix's commitment to algorithmic excellence is underscored by its industry recognition. The company is the only agricultural equipment manufacturer to have received an award for algorithmic innovation, specifically a LAMMA award for its highly effective carrot algorithm.
This development represents a major step forward in sustainable agriculture. It offers Canadian farmers a powerful tool to enhance productivity while simultaneously minimizing their environmental footprint through drastically reduced chemical use.
