01 / PRECISION AUTOMATION
Smarter thinning. Field-tested.
Evaluating edge AI-powered lettuce thinning solutions, including laser and precision spray technologies, under field conditions.
Explore this projectUC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION · CENTRAL COAST
UCCE Central Coast
AgTech Program.
Connecting agricultural technology with grower needs through field evaluation, practical tools, and Cooperative Extension education.
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
AG TECH IN PRACTICE
From planting
to field evaluation.
We work with Central Coast growers to test agricultural technology in real field conditions. Our trials focus on lettuce thinning, drone spraying, biological products, and tools for irrigation and nitrogen management.
Through field days, demonstrations, and practical guidance, we share what we learn so growers can decide which tools fit their farms.
IN THE FIELDAGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY
01 / OUR PROGRAM
Technology tested.
Possibilities explored.
Four areas of UC ANR research and development supporting Central Coast vegetable production.
02 / DRONE APPLICATIONS
Better coverage. Smarter spraying.
Optimizing drone spray applications for leafy greens by studying coverage, operating conditions, and weather.
Explore this project03 / BIOLOGICAL INPUTS
Biologicals for nitrogen efficiency.
Evaluating biological products for their potential to reduce reliance on synthetic nitrogen while maintaining lettuce growth and productivity.
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04 / AI-ASSISTED DECISION SUPPORT
CropManage, through conversation.
Developing an AI-enabled assistant to simplify irrigation and nitrogen recommendation workflows through guided conversation and voice input.
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