This week saw exciting developments in AI for agriculture. At the Elevate 2025 Summit in North Dakota, experts discussed how artificial intelligence helps farmers predict crop needs and use robots for field work. A company called Emergent Connext got $5 million to build smart sensors across six U.S. states, helping farmers monitor crops better.

In Brazil, AgEagle drones started flying over sugarcane fields to take pictures that help farmers spot problems early. Scientists also talked about generative AI at AgTech Connect, explaining how it speeds up plant breeding but still needs human oversight.

New companies like DARO and MTE Biotech graduated from farming tech programs, working on animal health and microbes to help crops grow. Topcon Agriculture released a smart sprayer that reduces chemical waste by 30% using precise controls.

Experts agreed that trust and teamwork between farmers and tech developers remain crucial for success. Events like the upcoming Global Vertical Farming Show in Dubai will continue exploring these AI tools.