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Sprout Herd Proven in Asparagus Harvest Trials

Marking a Milestone in AgTech

Since the end of the UK asparagus season, we have been quietly but excitedly reflecting on Sprout's hugely successful harvest season. Over the past months, our cutting-edge selective harvesting technology has proven its capability, marking a significant milestone for Muddy Machines and the future of sustainable farming.

Three Sprouts autonomously harvesting green asparagus

Proven Technology

This season, three Sprouts autonomously harvested as a Herd. The robots demonstrated their ability to efficiently and effectively harvest asparagus, showcasing their ability to solve the harvest labour shortages facing the agricultural industry. Our technology's reliability and performance have been validated in real-world conditions, proving that autonomous harvesting is not just a concept but a practical solution for modern farming.

Sprout driving through a muddy puddle whilst harvesting

Full Deployment Next Season

With this year's trial success, we are excited to announce that we are preparing for the full deployment of Sprout next season. We are now accepting pre-orders, and interest from growers has already been overwhelmingly positive. This marks the beginning of a new era in farming, where technology works hand-in-hand with nature to ensure more efficient and sustainable harvests.

An operator watching over his herd of robots

Key Takeaways

  1. Technology Validation: Our Sprout robots have successfully completed rigorous field trials, confirming their reliability and efficiency in harvesting asparagus.

  2. Scalability and Deployment: We are ready to scale up operations and deploy a full herd of Sprout robots next season, with pre-orders now open.

  3. Labour Efficiency: The Sprout robots have shown significant potential in addressing labour shortages, providing a consistent and efficient alternative to manual harvesting.

  4. Environmental Impact: By reducing the need for heavy machinery, our robots contribute to a more sustainable farming approach, minimising soil compaction and emissions.

  5. Positive Reception: The demonstration of the Sprout robots at the British Asparagus Grower's Association Biennial Conference was met with enthusiasm, highlighting industry support and interest in our technology.

Heat maps of harvested crop location and daily harvest history graphed

Looking Forward

As we look ahead to the next season, we are filled with excitement and optimism. The positive outcomes of our trials and the enthusiastic reception at the British Asparagus Grower's Association Biennial Conference underscore the bright future of autonomous farming. We remain committed to innovation, sustainability, and supporting growers with advanced technology that meets their needs.

The world's first robotically harvested asparagus filling up storage trays

We invite you to join us on this journey towards a more efficient and sustainable agricultural future. Stay tuned for more updates and advancements from Muddy Machines.


For more information on pre-orders and our technology, please contact us.

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