A new technology feature at LAMMA will showcase the latest technological advances that are helping to reduce input costs and redefine agriculture.
Event organisers say the Farming 4.0 Trail will be the go-to feature for attendees who want to discover the next generation of farming technology. It will include robotics, autonomous machines and other innovations.
The role of data and advanced devices is becoming more important as the industry strives to be more sustainable, efficient and profitable – particularly as the UK works towards its goal of net zero carbon emissions.
With input costs such as energy at an all time high, many exhibitors are focusing on cost-effective ways of running farm businesses. They Crop Systems, which will demonstrate its SmartSola software to visitors.
SmartSola monitors the power used to run a grain store,. If that power is available from a renewable source, like solar or wind, it utilises that power in preference to it being exported to the grind. This maximises the use of cheap renewable energy.
The system will work on up to 10 stores on site – prioritising certain stores if necessary. Crop Systems says it puts farmers more in control, reducing running costs and the farm’s carbon footprint.
“To help achieve NetZero by 2050, the industry must look at using energy far more efficiently using more sustainable sources while minimising crop deterioration,” says the company. “Automating store monitoring and control systems will play a big role in reducing energy usage.”
The Farming 4.0 zone will also cover training and development – especially in the machinery sector where technology is being introduced at a rate few people would have thought possible a few years ago.
Organisers say they want to show the varied roles within agriculture to encourage new entrants into the industry. The Farming 4.0 Trail will be accompanied by a series of talks and seminars as well as exhibits.