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Autonomous Flying in a Swarm BionicBee - ultralight flying object with precise control

With the BionicBee, the Bionic Learning Network has now for the first time developed a flying object that can fly in large numbers and completely autonomously in a swarm. The BionicBee will present its first flight show at the Hannover Messe 2024.

The Value of Insect Monitoring in Modern Agriculture

In a world where agriculture must meet the demands of an increasing population while respecting the limits of the planet, the value of insect monitoring cannot be underestimated. It is a key piece of the puzzle

What Causes Blooming Artifacts in Microscopic Imaging and How to Prevent Them

Advanced camera technologies are used with microscopes for diagnostics in the medical and life sciences industry. The occurrence of different types of imaging artifacts is a major challenge faced in microscopic imaging.

Improving Post Harvest Management through Portable Solar Cold Storage Systems – A Case Study from the Northeastern Part of India

The local farmers were informed about the Solar-Powered Cold Storage through the field staff and the District Agriculture Department. About 40 farmers started using Solar Cold Storage facilities in a year, primarily for storing potatoes.

Driving a Responsive, Sustainable and Efficient Food Supply Chain

To adapt and thrive in this ever-evolving market, food and beverage producers require the capability to integrate the different planning levels, departments and teams within a supply chain.

Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom: See What Best Suits Your Embedded Vision Application

There are two major approaches to camera-related magnification - optical zoom and digital zoom. One relies on manual adjustments while the other leverages software algorithms. Explore the differences, advantages, and limitations of both these approaches.

A Packaging Look-Ahead for 2024 and Beyond

As packaging converters and their brand/retailer clients look to the future, there are four key areas of focus that are getting a lot of attention: Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, Automation, and Hiring and Retaining talent.

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Oregon's Market of Choice Invests in a More Resilient Local Food Economy in the Face of Climate Change

Dry farmers try to select a site with deep soil and good water-holding characteristics and then utilize a suite of practices to conserve soil moisture for crop growth.

Cargill and Nestle Purina partner on regenerative agriculture adoption to reduce the carbon footprint of Purina dry pet food products

A new partnership will support the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices across more than 200,000 acres of corn and soy farmland and is estimated to reduce the carbon footprint of the Purina grain supply from Cargill by up to 40 percent over the next three years.

Revolutionizing Sustainability: igus Unveils AI-Driven Solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe

Smart maintenance, low-cost robotics, AI-based online tools: igus® showcasing pioneering solutions for the lubrication-free and CO2-neutral industry and automation of tomorrow at the Hannover Messe

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Sealing System launches: XIO - Intelligent Farming

Intelligent logistics solutions for insect protein production.

DJI Agras T50 and T25 Expand Aerial Crop Protection Capabilities

New DJI Agricultural Drones Launch Globally with Upgraded SmartFarm App

Vietnam Agricultural Drones Market Poised for Remarkable Growth, Reaching USD 18.11 Million by 2028 | Infinium Global Research

The Vietnam Agricultural Drones Market, valued at USD 4.84 million in 2021, is projected to experience extraordinary growth, soaring to USD 18.11 million by 2028, at a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 21.10% over the forecast period.

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