With labor shortages leaving a wealth of fruit to rot on trees, farmers around the globe are seeing a glimmer of hope on the horizon as AI-driven robots fly to their rescue. These tech marvels are combating an escalating labor shortage that’s leaving vast quantities of fruit to decay on trees.
Developed by the Israeli startup Tevel Aerobotics Technologies, these bots hover next to fruit trees, effortlessly pick the ripest fruits with suction arms, and carefully deposit them in a collection bin.
Like diligent honeybees, they’re tethered to a platform that provides continuous power, enabling them to work day and night. No complaints, no visas, no lunch breaks, and most certainly, no talking back.