FPJ editor Fred Searle sits down with staff writer Julia Bottoms to discuss the latest developments in AI, robotics and automation for the fresh produce sector
Kicking off season two of the Fresh Produce Journal Podcast, FPJ editor Fred Searle sits down with staff writer Julia Bottoms to explore the latest advances in AI, robotics and automation across the fresh produce supply chain – from fruit-harvesting robots in the field to AI-powered crop scouting systems.
With the recent news agenda dominated by the potential dangers of AI, what opportunities might technology bring to the fresh produce sector – and what are the barriers to progress?
Plus, Fred speaks to Ben Stuart, CEO at Aberdeen-based fresh produce packing automation company Leap AI about how their robotics systems are making end-of-line quality control more efficient and reliable.
Relevant articles to this episode:
- New agri-food robotics hub launched at University of Lincoln. Read more.
- Antobot unveils new UV-C robot model. Read more.
- Government hails ‘farm robot revolution’ with £20mn funding round. Read more.
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The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast is produced and presented by Fred Searle for Fruitnet Media International. It is part of the Fruitnet Podcast Network.
