Harvesting Innovation: Efficiency Through Orchard Automation

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

Discover the future of tree fruit orchard management with our seminar on precision and automated technologies. This session will examine the potential of automation through sensing, robotics, and artificial intelligence, highlighting their role in enhancing the sustainability of the tree fruit industry. Attendees will gain insights into ongoing projects focused on reducing labor dependence and improving production efficiency, offering a glimpse into innovative solutions shaping the future of orchard operations.

EVENT DETAILS

A free one-hour webinar led by Penn State Extension Experts.

WHEN

March 25, 2025
(1:00 PM-2:00 PM ET)

Register By: March 25, 2025
This event is free of charge.

The Harvesting Innovation Webinar Series is a monthly initiative that brings together innovators, educators, researchers, and industry leaders to explore advancements in technology for food, agriculture, natural and living systems, community development, and education. Each session features a presentation from leading researchers, followed by an interactive Q&A and an optional discussion on next steps. The series highlights emerging technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in real-world applications.

Following the webinar, participants may join a facilitated discussion to identify opportunities, challenges, and potential initiatives for future research, programs, and projects.

Who is this for?

Farmers, growers, processors, wholesalers, and distributors
Agriculture, environment, and natural resource professionals
Researchers and extension educators
Undergraduate and graduate students
Technology and engineering professionals interested in food, farming, agriculture, the environment, and natural resources
Stakeholders interested in emerging technologies for food, agriculture, natural and living systems, community development, and education
What will you learn?

Foundational knowledge of emerging and advanced technology
Research, projects, programs, and initiatives related to emerging and advanced technology
Current and potential industry applications of emerging and advanced technology
Opportunities to exchange ideas with peers, receive feedback, and explore new collaborations
Ways to contribute to integrating and advancing critical technologies for agriculture and living systems
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

Register By
March 25, 2025