'Pesticide and disease control for fruit tree foliage and fertilization' made easier with autonomous driving technology

'Smart Foliar Fertilizer Sprayer for Fruit Trees' Field Demonstration by NAFI and KNU Positive Response from Agricultural Demonstration Events Equipment that can solve the foliar fertilization and pest control tasks for fruit tree farms such as apple and pear orchards through autonomous driving has been developed, and field demonstrations are underway, which is expected to accelerate its adoption in the field. The National Agricultural Technology Institute selected the 'Smart Foliar Fertilizer Sprayer for Fruit Trees' as a demonstration project through the 2025 Agriculture Technology Industry-Academia Cooperation Support Program, and is conducting field applications and demonstrations with the National KNU and fruit tree farms. The aging of the agricultural workforce has led to a deepening shortage of labor, and particularly for fruit tree farms, foliar fertilization and pest control tasks require high physical strength and skilled techniques, making it necessary to improve ...