Washington's next apple pickers could be robots with vacuum-powered fingers
A new Yakima Valley testing site will put agricultural robots to work in real orchards next spring. Facing labor shortages and rising costs, some Washington fruit growers may start using artificial intelligence and robotics to combat labor shortages. Agricultural technology venture Reservoir Farms plans to open a farm-based robot testing operation in the Yakima Valley next spring, working with local agricultural and economic development groups. The goal is not to replace workers but to address labor shortages, help growers stay in business. Some agricultural robots are already working, while others remain in development. However, turning promising technology into a profitable business is not a sure thing.
Publicados : 22 horas atrás por Christine Clarridge no Business Tech
The next generation of Washington apple pickers may have robotic arms and vacuum-powered fingers.
The big picture: Facing labor shortages and rising costs , some Washington fruit growers could soon b... [2577 symbols]
