Innovating Agriculture with Robotics: An Interview with AutoPickr CEO Robyn Sands

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In this exciting episode of Careers, Coding & Coffee, we sit down with Robyn Sands, the visionary CEO of AutoPickr, an AgriTech company that’s changing the game in agricultural automation.

AutoPickr has developed a cutting-edge robot capable of picking fresh produce. We explore the impact of robotics in farming, the future of agricultural technology, and how these innovations are tackling labour shortages and boosting efficiency in the industry.

Episode Highlights:

The Journey of AutoPickr:

Robyn shares the companies origins and the inspiration behind creating robots for harvesting delicate crops like asparagus and grapes.

Technology Behind the Robots:

A deep dive into how the asparagus-picking robot (Gus) works, the technology behind it, and the challenges the team faced in making it efficient and precise.

Insights into the development of the grape-picking robot and the unique hurdles that come with harvesting different types of produce.

Addressing Labour Shortages and Efficiency:

Discussion on how automation is helping farmers overcome labour shortages, especially during peak harvest seasons, and the positive impact on agricultural efficiency.

Key Takeaways:

Robotics are not just enhancing productivity but are also helping address labour challenges in agriculture.

Each crop presents unique challenges, and developing robots that can handle delicate produce like asparagus and grapes requires sophisticated technology.

The future of farming is automated, with more innovations on the horizon aimed at making agriculture more sustainable and efficient.

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