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MINSK, 27 April (BelTA) – Innovations in agriculture begin not only in scientific laboratories but also in young technician clubs, school design bureaus, and youth startup teams. It was confirmed by a special contest for innovative agricultural R&D products called AgroVector, which a Hi-Tech Park resident company has organized as part of the regional stage of the republican robotics tournament RoboQuest Industria 4.0, representatives of Belarus’ Hi-Tech Park told BelTA.
The contest brought together 24 projects – from smart irrigation systems to new methods of increasing crop yields. The main goal is to offer fresh technological solutions that will make Belarusian agriculture more high-tech, independent, and efficient.
AgroVector is not just a competition for young inventors and researchers. It is a platform where the most important components of successful innovation have met: talented young people who are ready to accomplish complex industry-specific tasks, modern technologies (AI, robotics, biotechnologies, digital twins), and real business problems that require import substitution and automation.
The presented R&D products included a remote-controlled transportation system with video surveillance as well as projects that aroused particular interest from the jury and spectators. These include AgroVOKA, an AI-based system for early detection of plant diseases. It combines mobile technologies, drones, and computer vision, increasing the accuracy of agronomic decisions. An air purification system for farms was presented. It leverages a photosorption-catalytic unit for reducing harmful emissions, improving animal living conditions and increasing environmental friendliness of manufacturing processes. Eco-Wings is a technology for bioconversion of poultry waste using black soldier fly larvae. Waste is turned into feed and fertilizers while the process is managed using digital tools.
All participants demonstrated a high level of preparation, a deep understanding of industry-specific tasks, and proficiency in modern technologies – from artificial intelligence to robotics.
The AgroVector contest is a vivid example of how Hi-Tech Park residents help develop industries and regions. It is a contribution to the country’s technological sovereignty, support for talented young people, and a concrete step towards a future where agriculture becomes truly smart, environmentally friendly, and independent.
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