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自主农场设备市场 - 2023-2030Autonomous Farm Equipment Market - 2023-2030 |
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概述
2022年,全球自主农业设备市场规模达9.002亿美元,预计2030年将达到29.9218亿美元,2023-2030年预测期间CAGR为16.2%。
感测器技术、人工智慧、机器学习和机器人技术的不断进步正在推动更先进、更有效率的自主农场设备的开发。这些技术可以提高农业任务的精确度、决策和自动化,从而提高生产力并降低劳动成本。
2022 年 10 月,自主采摘领域的先驱 Nanovel Ltd. 推出了一款自主树果采收机。借助人工智慧、电脑视觉、机器学习和机器人专利技术,Nanovel 开发了一种自主树果收割机,使该过程比手动收割更加高效、可靠且经济实惠。机器人能够抓取和修剪的水果品种有柑橘、核果、酪梨和芒果等。
拖拉机由于在农业活动中广泛应用,占据了一半以上的市场。同样,北美在自主农业设备市场上占据主导地位,占据了最大的市场份额,因为该地区一直处于采用先进农业设备的最前沿。
动力学
越来越多采用先进的农业实践
先进的农业实践强调精准农业技术,以优化资源利用并最大限度地提高作物产量。自主农场设备配备感测器、GPS 技术和即时资料分析,可实现精确种植、施肥、喷洒和收穫,从而提高效率和生产力。自主农场设备透过及时、准确的干预措施(例如有针对性地施用化学肥料、农药和水等投入品)促进更好的作物管理。
2023 年 3 月,无人机製造商 XAG 与 FarmInno 合作,在泰国推出全自动农业无人机。极飞的自主农业无人机由人工智慧(AI)驱动,将用于定向喷洒和施肥。这将有助于泰国农民减少劳动力短缺并节省时间和精力。
农业劳动力短缺
农业部门的劳动力短缺,特别是在人口老化和城市移民趋势的地区,给寻找和留住熟练农场工人带来了挑战。根据世界银行的数据,2020 年农业就业(占总就业的百分比)为 27%,而 2021 年将下降至 26%。此外,根据 2021 年《农场杂誌》劳动力调查,大多数农场雇主 (87%) 和农产品零售商 (91%) 都难以填补职缺。
因此,农民越来越多地转向自主农场设备,以自动化重复性和劳动密集型任务,如种植、除草、喷洒和收割。透过减少对体力劳动的依赖,自主农场设备有助于解决劳动力短缺带来的挑战,确保基本的农场作业能够有效率且有效地进行。
高投资
采用自主农场设备的主要限制之一是所需的高额初始投资。购买和实施自主机械(包括先进感测器、GPS 技术、机器人和资料管理系统)的成本可能很高。对于许多农民,尤其是中小型企业来说,前期资本投资可能会对采用产生重大障碍。
自主农业设备市场的另一个挑战是不同自主系统和设备之间缺乏相容性和互通性。如果自主技术与他们现有的机械不相容或需要与其他农场管理系统进行复杂的集成,农民可能会犹豫是否要投资自主技术。
Overview
Global Autonomous Farm Equipment Market reached US$ 900.2 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 2,992.18 million by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 16.2% during the forecast period 2023-2030.
Continuous advancements in sensor technology, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics are driving the development of more sophisticated and efficient autonomous farm equipment. These technologies enable better precision, decision-making, and automation in agricultural tasks, leading to increased productivity and reduced labor costs.
In October 2022, Nanovel Ltd. a pioneer in the field of autonomous harvesting, introduced an autonomous tree fruit harvester. With the help of AI, computer vision, machine learning, and patented robotics technologies, Nanovel has developed an autonomous tree fruit harvester that makes the process more efficient, reliable, and affordable than manual harvesting. Citrus, stone fruit, avocado, and mango are among the many fruit varieties that the robot is capable of gripping and trimming.
Tractors account for over half of the market share due to their widespread application in agricultural activities. Similarly, North America dominates the autonomous farm equipment market, capturing the largest market share as the region has been at the forefront of adopting advanced agricultural equipment.
Dynamics
Growing Adoption of Advanced Farming Practices
Advanced farming practices emphasize precision agriculture techniques to optimize resource use and maximize crop yields. Autonomous farm equipment, equipped with sensors, GPS technology, and real-time data analytics, enables precise planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting, leading to improved efficiency and productivity. Autonomous farm equipment facilitates better crop management through timely and accurate interventions, such as targeted application of inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and water.
In March 2023, Drone manufacturer XAG partnered with FarmInno to introduce fully autonomous agricultural drones in Thailand. XAG's autonomous agricultural drones are powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and will be utilized for targeted spraying and fertilizer distribution. This will assist farmers in Thailand reduce workforce shortages and save time and energy.
Labor Shortage in Agriculture
Labor shortages in the agriculture sector, particularly in regions with aging populations and urban migration trends, have led to challenges in sourcing and retaining skilled farm workers. According to the World Bank Employment in agriculture (% of total employment) was 27% in 2020 while in 2021 it is declined to 26%. Also according to the Farm Journal Labour Survey of 2021, the majority of farm employers (87%) and agricultural retailers (91%) are having trouble filling jobs.
As a result, farmers are increasingly turning to autonomous farm equipment to automate repetitive and labor-intensive tasks such as planting, weeding, spraying, and harvesting. By reducing the reliance on manual labor, autonomous farm equipment helps address the challenges posed by labor shortages, ensuring that essential farm operations can be carried out efficiently and effectively.
High Investment
One of the primary restraints for the adoption of autonomous farm equipment is the high initial investment required. The cost of purchasing and implementing autonomous machinery, including advanced sensors, GPS technology, robotics, and data management systems, can be substantial. For many farmers, especially small and medium-sized operations, the upfront capital investment may pose a significant barrier to adoption.
Another challenge for the autonomous farm equipment market is the lack of compatibility and interoperability between different autonomous systems and equipment. Farmers may hesitate to invest in autonomous technology if it is not compatible with their existing machinery or if it requires complex integration with other farm management systems.
The global autonomous farm equipment market is segmented based on type, capacity, operation, technology, application and region.
Autonomous Tractors' Versatility and Widespread Adoption in Agricultural Operations.
Autonomous tractors have emerged as a dominant segment in the autonomous farm equipment market. Autonomous tractors enable farmers to streamline and automate various agricultural tasks, such as planting, plowing, seeding, and harvesting. By eliminating the need for manual operation, autonomous tractors can work continuously for extended periods, increasing overall farm efficiency and productivity.
In January 2021, Monarch Tractor, a U.S.-based company launched a fully electric autonomous tractor. With Monarch's interactive automation features, such as the Gesture and Shadow modes, a worker can utilize the tractor to follow them around the job site while they do pre-programmed tasks without the need for a driver. The company claims to have the world's first driver-optioned, fully electric smart tractor integrated on a single platform.
Technological Advancement in North America
North America, particularly the United States and Canada, is known for its strong technological innovation in agriculture. The region has been at the forefront of developing and implementing autonomous technologies in farming equipment. Governments in North America have been supportive of innovation in agriculture and have often provided funding and incentives for the adoption of advanced technologies such as autonomous farm equipment
In November 2023, researchers at Washington State University (WSU) received a $1.2 million National Science Foundation award with the goal of boosting the efficiency of robotics used in automated apple harvesting. Researchers are developing a simple, low-cost robot system with a soft body and a cloth arm. The idea behind the design is to allow the robot to react rapidly while also carefully harvesting apples without putting the trees at risk.
The pandemic disrupted global supply chains, affecting the production and distribution of autonomous farm equipment components and systems. Delays in manufacturing and shipping could slow down the adoption of these technologies. Economic uncertainties caused by the pandemic may have constrained the budgets of farmers and agricultural businesses, making investments in autonomous farm equipment less feasible in the short term.
However, the pandemic highlighted the importance of automation and remote operations in various industries, including agriculture. As a result, there has been an increased interest in autonomous farm equipment as a way to minimize the need for human labor and ensure operational continuity during health crises. Also, the pandemic underscored the importance of food security, leading to a renewed emphasis on improving agricultural efficiency and resilience. Autonomous farm equipment can contribute to this goal by optimizing farm operations and enhancing yields.
The conflict disrupted the supply chain, it led to delays or shortages in the production and distribution of autonomous farm equipment components. This disruption affected the availability of key technologies and components necessary for the operation of autonomous farm machinery. The Russia-Ukraine conflict directly affected agricultural production in the region due to disruptions in farming operations, displacement of farmers, and damage to infrastructure. As a result, there is a decreased demand for autonomous farm equipment in affected areas.
The major global players in the market include CNH Industrial N.V., Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., Deere & Company, YANMAR HOLDINGS CO., LTD., Kubota Corporation, Naio Technologies, Bobat Company, Agrobot, AGCO Corporation, Certhon
The global autonomous farm equipment market report would provide approximately 78 tables, 77 figures and 201 Pages.
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