Agriculture Automation
Embracing Technology in Farming
A collection of real-farm examples, articles, and resources about automation in agriculture
The goal of Embracing Technology in Farming is to look at how using robotic features and automated machines in agriculture and farm businesses affects farmers.
UW-Madison Extension is exploring happens when these technologies are implemented and providing tools and resources to help farmers make smart business and automation choices to enhance their ag or farm operations.
This project is supported by a team of experts in Extension’s Dairy and Farm Management programs.
Dairy Farmer Stories
Explore examples of farmers who have installed robotic milking units on their farms, including their reasons, results, lessons learned, and advice for others thinking of making the change.
Ag Technology Worksheet
Adopting new technology is a significant investment that can be highly profitable if done well—or costly if not. Understanding the factors that influence the outcome and gathering the right information is crucial. This worksheet helps you assess your awareness and knowledge of the issues affecting successful adoption.
Additional Resources
Balancing Technology and People: The Evolving Role of Farm Workers in Automation
The progression toward automation is partly based on a shortage of workers, but it is part of a natural progression. Switching from work that is heavily dependent on people—whether it’s you, family members or hired employees—can be complicated.
Harnessing the Power of Ag Tech: What Farms Need to Know
This is the first article in a series on key considerations for technology and automation investment in agriculture.
Adopting New Technology—Start with the Right Questions
Adopting new technology in agriculture is a significant investment that can be highly profitable if done well, or costly if not. The first step is to be aware of and understand the issues that can influence the outcome, followed by gathering the necessary information to make informed decisions.
Embracing Technology in Farming: What to Think About for the Future
Using technology in farming isn’t just a choice—it’s necessary. As farms use and rely on more technology, farmers and industry stakeholders are looking at advanced tools like robots, automated equipment, and self-driving machines.
