Ara is a lightweight robot for selective spot-spraying of weeds in row and broadacre crops, using AI vision to identify plants and deliver up to 95% reduction in herbicide use.
ARA is a next-generation precision sprayer developed by Swiss ag‑tech company Ecorobotix. Designed as a tractor-towed implement, ARA combines artificial intelligence, ultra-precise nozzles, and advanced computer vision to deliver plant-by-plant crop protection — while reducing chemical usage by up to 95% compared to conventional methods.
🌱 Plant‑by‑Plant™ Targeting – Six high-resolution cameras and on-board AI detect individual plants and apply treatment with pinpoint accuracy at 6×6 cm resolution.
🎯 156-Nozzle Precision Boom – A 6-meter boom equipped with precision nozzles spaced every 4 cm for targeted delivery.
🚜 Tractor-Towed & Easy to Operate – Connects via a standard CAT 2 hitch, powered by PTO and hydraulics. Operated wirelessly via a user-friendly tablet interface.
🌙 Day & Night Operation – Works at speeds up to 7.2 km/h, covering approximately 4 hectares per hour — or up to 96 hectares per day in continuous operation.
💰 Significant Cost Savings – Reduces herbicide and fertilizer use by 60–95%, dramatically lowering input costs.
🌾 Improved Crop Health & Yield – Minimizes phytotoxic stress and promotes stronger, more uniform plant development.
🌍 Environmental Sustainability – Reduces spray drift by up to 95%, aligning with strict EU and U.S. regulations.
⚡ Fast Return on Investment – Pays for itself in just 2 to 4 seasons thanks to chemical savings and yield improvements.
ARA’s Plant‑by‑Plant™ software continues to evolve, offering advanced features such as:
Weed identification by species, size, or crop stage
Differentiation of monocot vs. dicot weeds
Adaptability to crops like lettuce, onions, carrots, chicory, and more
ARA is more than a sprayer — it’s a leap forward in regenerative agriculture. Efficient, sustainable, and data-driven. Welcome to a new era of plant-level farming.
Dimensions (LxWxH) | 3.0x2.2x1.8 m |
Weight | 1,700 kg |
Battery Type | Electric |
Battery Life | 8–12 hours |
Payload Capacity | 500 liters |
Crop Type | Row, broadacre crops |
Autonomy Level | Full |
Sensors | Cameras, vision, RTK-GPS |
Year Released | 2020 |
Attribute | Value | Description | Why It Matters |
---|---|---|---|
Crop Types | N/A | Compatible plant varieties | Application versatility |
Field Conditions | N/A | Terrain and weather capability | Deployment reliability |
Pesticide Resistance | N/A | Chemical exposure protection | Agricultural environment survival |
GPS Accuracy | N/A | Positioning precision (cm) | Precise farming operations |
Data Collection | N/A | Sensor types and capabilities | Farm management integration |
Seasonal Operation | N/A | Year-round capability | Farming cycle coverage |
Autonomy Level | N/A | Human supervision required | Labor cost reduction |
Yield Impact | N/A | Crop yield improvement (%) | ROI demonstration |
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