This weekly update brought exciting news about artificial intelligence (AI) changing how farms work around the world. Several big farm equipment companies announced new ways they are using smart computer systems to help farmers grow more food.

In the United States, a major farm equipment company called AGCO completed a $2 billion investment in AI and automation technology. This means they spent a lot of money to buy and develop smart machines that can think and make decisions on their own. These machines help farmers by deciding where to plant seeds, when to water crops, and how much fertilizer to use. The technology can even drive tractors without a human driver.

Another big company, Syngenta, partnered with a company called Taranis to bring AI technology to farm stores across the Midwest region of America. Taranis uses drones that fly over fields and take pictures. Then, AI systems look at these pictures and spot problems like sick plants or bugs eating the crops. The AI can see details as small as individual leaves. This helps farmers fix problems before they get worse and lose their harvest.

The Agri AI Summit 2025 took place in Houston, Texas on October 8 and 9, where farm experts from around the world met to talk about new AI tools. Scientists showed how AI can help small farmers in dry areas grow more food using cheaper tools. This is important because many farmers cannot afford expensive technology.

CNH, another equipment maker, announced they are putting AI systems directly on their tractors and sprayers. These smart machines can decide in real-time where to spray chemicals, which means farmers use less chemicals and save money. One technology called SenseApply uses machine vision (like robot eyes) to only spray weeds, not the whole field. This helps protect the environment and cuts costs for farmers.