Overview
At the heart of Italy’s apple orchards, innovative start-up GeoInference designed an AI-driven solution that transforms how farmers count and size their apples, improving quality and productivity. This innovative system, supported by the agrifoodTEF Italian Node, increases precision, efficiency, and profitability for agribusinesses. This AI solution uses real-time monitoring and data analysis to offer cutting-edge services for harvest management. As part of the support, agrifoodTEF provided tailored AI hardware performance assessments to ensure the solution operated effectively even in low-connectivity environments.
About the customer’s need
An efficient and reliable system for apple harvest management is essential to predict production ahead of time. Manual counting and fruit calibration are time-consuming processes that are prone to errors and cannot meet the demands of modern production. With the increasing unpredictability of weather conditions and the pressures of the global market, there is a pressing need for a solution that enhances sustainability and resource management while maintaining product quality. The objective is to introduce a solution that complements existing methodologies, reduces human error, and enables farmers to make informed, data-driven decisions. This will help ensure their competitiveness in the high-demand apple market.
About the service
GeoInference, a start-up specialising in AI, telemetry, and machine learning, developed a patented solution that automatically counts and sizes apples during harvest using advanced AI technology. The technology was tested and optimised for real-world operation with the help of the agrifoodTEF Italian Node. The service assigns unique data tags to each harvest batch by using AI-powered vision technologies to track apple size and quantity in real-time. This data is then uploaded to the cloud, allowing farmers to track and evaluate their yields easily. The technology seamlessly integrates into daily farm operations without interrupting workflows, providing a smart solution for managing production more efficiently.
Impact
GeoInference's AI-based solution has a significant impact, helping farmers obtain more accurate production forecasts and improve harvest efficiency. The system's accuracy allows for better harvest management, reducing waste and environmental impact. Beyond apples, the technology is adaptable to other crops, showcasing its broader potential in the agricultural sector. This solution has increased operational efficiency and improved sustainability by enabling precision farming, ultimately helping farmers face the challenges of a competitive global market while contributing to more eco-friendly practices.
This success story showcases how AI and robotics, supported by agrifoodTEF, can benefit agri-businesses. Could your business be the next? Discover our services and join the technological revolution in agriculture.
