ISPA Account
Advancements in Precision Agriculture: A Look at Japan's Current Landscape
By Japan's ISPA Country Representative, Dr. Eiji Morimoto (morimoto@gold.kobe-u.ac.jp)
![Eiji Morimoto Lab Members](/images/EijiMorimotoLabMembers.png)
Kobe University stands at the forefront of this technological revolution, steering its focus towards farmer-centric precision agriculture. Embracing the philosophy of on-farm experimentation, the university is making significant strides in
![Real Rime 2nd Fertilizer Application](/images/Realtime2ndFertilizerApplicationinPaddyField.png)
the development of cutting-edge technologies. These include advancements in collecting field information through soil and growth sensors, coupled with mapping and analysis technologies tailored for a diverse range of crops – from rice paddies to orchard.
In a collaborative effort, Morimoto laboratory has joined forces with start-up leaders such as Agrist, recipient of the CES 2023 Innovation Award-winning sweet pepper harvesting robot, as well as renowned domestic manufacturers like Kubota, Iseki, and Topcon. This collaboration aims to seamlessly integrate innovative technologies into mainstream agricultural practices.
![Point Cloud Data Collection System in Peer Orchard Using Quadruped Robot](/images/PointCloudData%20CollectionSysteminPeerOrchardUsingQuadrupedRobot.png)
In a collaborative effort, Morimoto laboratory has joined forces with start-up leaders such as Agrist, recipient of the CES 2023 Innovation Award-winning sweet pepper harvesting robot, as well as renowned domestic manufacturers like Kubota, Iseki, and Topcon. This collaboration aims to seamlessly integrate innovative technologies into mainstream agricultural practices.
![Point Cloud Data Collection System in Peer Orchard Using Quadruped Robot](/images/PointCloudData%20CollectionSysteminPeerOrchardUsingQuadrupedRobot.png)
Beyond mere robotization, Kobe University envisions the creation of a connected world where a field information layer, finely attuned to the nuances of agriculture, can provide valuable feedback to producers. This strategic alliance between academia, start-ups, and established manufacturers is propelling Japan towards a future where precision agriculture becomes a cornerstone of sustainable and efficient farming practices.
Morimoto Laboratory Kobe University: kuid-rm-web.ofc.kobe-u.ac.jp/profile/en.cdc50314fa69d688520e17560c007669.html
Agrist: agrist.com/about-agrist-english
Kubota: www.kubotausa.com/kubota-group-solutions-hub/article-detail/innovation-hub/2023/11/09/smart-agriculture
Iseki: www.iseki.co.jp/global/english/products/rice_transplanter/pr-prj/
Topcon: tap.topconagriculture.com/
Agrist: agrist.com/about-agrist-english
Kubota: www.kubotausa.com/kubota-group-solutions-hub/article-detail/innovation-hub/2023/11/09/smart-agriculture
Iseki: www.iseki.co.jp/global/english/products/rice_transplanter/pr-prj/
Topcon: tap.topconagriculture.com/