Impact
Agricultural technology is changing how we farm and feed the world
Supporting the agri-tech sector, emerging novel technology and methodologies, through our network of farms and broad multi-sector membership, we support and help deliver great results in engineering precision innovation.
Our role is to actively consult and collaborate with farmers, scientists and academics; government departments and agronomists; researchers, retailers, food service providers and pharmaceutical specialists on novel agri-tech. We also promote the game changing impact and results of these projects in the UK and abroad.
Learn about our impact around the globe
Case studies and results
The world’s first automated farm
Hands Free Farm
Without a driver in the seat or on the ground, Agri-EPI joined Precision Decision, Harper Adams University and FarmScan AG to create the world’s first fully automated farm.
Ranged over 35 acres, the Hands Free Farm involves a fleet of small autonomous vehicles operated from the farm office. Once a commercial reality, along with greater accuracy of land coverage and improved yields, reduced field time will significantly improve mental health by providing a healthier work-life balance for farmers. Introducing a whole new technological approach and providing a more attractive career choice for a new generation of farmers. Learn more about Hands Free Farm.
Projects
The positive impact of minimising risk and increasing security and funding for smallholders
GroWise & GRID
Piloted in Africa, funded by the European Space Agency and launched, over 140,000 hectares, through access to information about predicted crop yield, incoming weather patterns and land conditions, this project sought to offer both grower and funders an increased ability to manage risk. The project had two aims:
- Increase access to key funding for smallholders
- Give banks and credit providers the confidence to lend money against land
The project successfully partnered with Standard Bank, Africa’s largest bank, that is now confidently using the precision agriculture technology, satellite imagery and aggregate access to the GRID platform to lend financial support to smallholder farmers. The project’s further impact also created up to 1000 jobs shared between the UK and Africa. Read more about GroWise & GRID.
Keep up to date with the latest impact and results of our work, plus, news, innovation and approaches across the sector.
Read our latest news and Agri-EPI blogs.
Test, measure and market
Our UK-wide and international farm network offers a wide range of locations, specialisms and expertise. Find out more about our Farm Network and commercial farm trials.
On 6 October, we bring together the brightest minds during our Annual Conference. Industry expert Phil Wilkinson will join us as panellist for Session 4 'Agri-food Supply Chain, Retailer, Processor ... and Consumer Perspectives on AgriTech' More info: https://agri-epicentre.com/agri-tech-connect-2020/ #virtual
