An international forum connecting researchers, startups, industry leaders, growers, and investors to accelerate the real-world adoption of agricultural robotics.
University of Coimbra, Portugal
25th September 2026
Hosted by the University of Coimbra and NICECART
Program
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Keynote Talks
Techincal Sessions
Networking & Partnerships
Expert insights on robotics, AI, automation, commercialisation, and sustainable agriculture.
Focused presentations on perception, harvesting, UAVs, greenhouse automation, and deployment.
Dedicated time to connect with researchers, companies, investors, government officials, and agricultural stakeholders.
DETAILED PROGRAM
Registration & Welcome Coffee
Arrival, check-in, and informal networking.
Opening Remarks
Welcome addresses from the forum chair, government representatives, institutional partners, and supporting organisations.
Keynote Session: Perspectives on the Future of Agricultural Robotics
Three keynote talks bringing together academic, industry, and grower perspectives on the future of Agri-Robotics.
Coffee Break & Technology Networking
Networking break with selected robot demonstrations.
Panel Discussion: From Innovation to Real-World Adoption
A focused discussion on the challenges and opportunities of bringing agricultural robotics from research and prototype development into practical farm and greenhouse use.
Networking Lunch
Informal lunch and networking with speakers, partners, exhibitors, and participants.
Case Study Session: Practical Applications in Agricultural Robotics
Short case studies followed by Q&A, covering crop-specific applications such as strawberry and grape production, facility-focused solutions for glasshouses and polytunnels, and international cooperation models.
Coffee Break & Robot Showcase
Networking break with further robot demonstrations and partner conversations.
Strategic Session: Scaling Agricultural Robotics Across Europe and China
A practical session exploring adoption barriers, policy support, cross-border collaboration, education initiatives, and pathways for scaling agrirobotics solutions internationally.
Cooperation Signing Ceremony
Formal announcements and signing opportunities for joint research programmes, industry pilot projects, international student internships, and distributor partnerships.
Networking Dinner
Evening dinner for continued discussion, relationship-building, and partnership development.
Speakers
Organising Committee
Additional committee members to be confirmed soon.
Margarida Anastacio
Talk Topic
Autonomous Systems in Precision Agriculture
Be Part of the Conversation
Join researchers, industry leaders, growers, and innovators from Europe and China in shaping the future of agricultural robotics.
