Implementation automates distribution of tubes in sugarcane fields

A Brazilian startup has allocated R$ 1.5 million to the development of a new implement aimed at the mechanization of the distribution of tubes used in fertigation, especially in the application of vinasse, a byproduct of ethanol with high fertilizer value. Agricef, a company specialized in technological solutions for agribusiness, is responsible for the project of the Hauler, a piece of equipment that was born from demands of the sugar-energy sector and has already been adopted by large groups. Since 2024, 22 units of the Hauler have been sold in a pilot batch. In 2025, another 12 were delivered, and new negotiations are underway for 2026, with an estimated potential of 300 units in the Brazilian market. Among the clients is the Atvos group, which recently acquired 12 pieces of equipment. The main differential of the Hauler is the automation of the loading and unloading process of the tubes, reducing operational risks and increasing efficiency. In the traditional method, operators ...