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 (Department of Physics)
Registration
Welcome Address (Law School Auditorium)
Welcome addresses from the forum Honorary Chair
Video Addresses from Distinguished Chinese Guests
Speeches by government officials and organization representatives from China
Keynote Speech
“Deploying Multimodal Embodied Intelligence for Sustainable Agriculture” by Jianwei Zhang
Coffee Break & Networking
Networking break
Thematic Reports
Case studies on digital-era agriculture innovations and technological applications
Networking Lunch
Informal lunch and networking with speakers, partners, exhibitors, and participants.
Panel Discussion: How to Scale Agricultural Robotics Across Europe and China? - Prospects for Europe-China Collaboration
A practical session exploring adoption barriers, policy support, cross-border collaboration, education initiatives, and pathways for scaling agricultural robotics internationally.
Coffee Break & Robot Showcase (Department of Physics)
Networking break with further robot demonstrations and partner conversations.
Panel Discussion 2: From Innovation to Real-World Adoption (Colégio da Trindade)
A focused discussion on the challenges and opportunities of bringing agricultural robotics from research and prototype development into practical farm and greenhouse use.
Announcements of Europe-China Collaborations
Formal announcements and signing ceremonies for joint research, strategic partnership, and talent development.
Closing Ceremony & Cocktail Reception
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.
