Innovation of robotic apple pickers in Michigan orchards

2024-09-18 00:00

Researchers and engineers at Michigan State University are using technology to tackle the increasing costs of apple harvesting in Michigan. They are employing a robotic system that features suction arms and artificial intelligence. Michigan, a top apple producer in the U.S., achieved a record yield in 2022 thanks to these advancements.

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