AgroTechniek Holland, Biddinghuizen
Explore the next generation of agricultural robotics
How will agricultural robots continue to evolve? And what does it take to make new technology safe, intelligent and practical to use?
The GOFAR Scientific & R&D Workshop brings together researchers, innovators, agritech companies and students to explore current developments in agricultural robotics.
From intelligent implements and environmental recognition to safety, standards and human-robot interaction.
Four themes. One day.
09:30–11:00 — Robots & intelligent implements
How can robots and intelligent implements help make crop management smarter and more autonomous?
The session covers topics including robot-assisted cropping systems, robotic weeding, AI-driven disease detection and robotic manipulation in natural environments.
11:30–12:30 — Environmental recognition
Robots need to be able to recognise and understand their surroundings before they can operate autonomously.
This session focuses on environmental recognition and synthetic environments for learning, testing and decision-making, with applications including autonomous weeding and robotic harvesting in fruit growing.
14:00–15:00 — Safety, liability & standards
What is needed to ensure agricultural robots can operate safely and reliably in practice?
This session covers safety development, liability, standards, safe navigation, reliable positioning and robust data chains.
15:30–16:30 — Human-robot interaction
Greater autonomy does not mean removing people from the equation.
This session focuses on supervision, interfaces and collaboration between people and technology, with attention to practical applications, digital maturity and technology adoption in agriculture.
Who is it for?
The GOFAR Scientific & R&D Workshop is relevant for:
researchers and R&D professionals
agritech and technology companies
developers of robotics and autonomous systems
research and educational institutions
innovators and students
Make it two international agritech days
Attending the GOFAR Workshop on 16 September? Combine your visit with the Open International Programme on 17 September.
The focus then shifts from research and development to demonstrations, practical applications and international collaboration.
See robots and smart farming technologies in action, join a guided tour and schedule meetings in advance with European companies, knowledge partners and innovation organisations.
Practical information
Location: AgroTechniek Holland, Biddinghuizen
ATH venue: Walibi grounds, Spijkweg 30, 8256 RJ Biddinghuizen