Robotics and Automation for Weed ManagementVideo: Robotics and Automation for Weed Management
Dr. Jed Colquhoun explores the rapidly evolving field of robotics and automation in agricultural weed management. He contextualizes the need for alternative weed control methods due to rising herbicide resistance, regulatory restrictions, and labor shortages.
The presentation showcases cutting-edge technologies such as laser weeders, spot cultivators, and AI-driven imaging systems, with a focus on real-world research using the Carbon Robotics laser weeder in onion production.
Viewers will learn about the effectiveness, precision, and potential yield benefits of these tools, as well as their fit in high-value crops and labor-limited systems. The video concludes with a look at future directions in automation and commercialization for farms of all sizes.