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University of Florida Establishes AI Center to Advance Agricultural Innovation

The University of Florida (UF) is launching a state-of-the-art Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture at its Gulf Coast Research and Education Center (GCREC) in Balm, Florida. This initiative aims to revolutionize Florida’s agriculture by integrating AI and robotics to address challenges such as rising production and labor costs.

The new center will occupy 40,000 square feet and serve as a hub for AI-driven agricultural research and development. Researchers will focus on automating tasks like plant breeding, pest detection, and crop management using smart robotics and machine vision technologies. By shifting from labor-intensive to technology-intensive practices, the center aims to enhance efficiency and sustainability in Florida’s agricultural sector. This transformation is crucial for maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.

The establishment of the center is expected to create new job opportunities, support ag-tech startups, and provide training programs for the next generation of agricultural professionals. This initiative underscores UF’s commitment to fostering innovation and economic growth in the region.

Read more: UF Wants to Make Tampa Bay An Agtech Powerhouse With $30M AI Center

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