2026 Europe-China Agricultural Robotics Forum
An international forum connecting researchers, startups, industry leaders, growers, and investors to accelerate the real-world adoption of agricultural robotics.
University of Coimbra, Portugal
25th September 2026
Hosted by the University of Coimbra and NICECART
Theme: Bridging Innovation and Adoption of Agricultural Robotics
Meet Global Agricultural Robotics Leaders
Connect with researchers, companies, and agricultural innovators from Europe and China.
Explore Robotics, AI and Automation
Discover the latest advances shaping the future of sustainable food production.
From Lab to Farm
Learn how technologies move from research to practical deployment, scaling and commercialisation.
Build Europe-China Partnership
Unlock cross-border collaboration opportunities across academia, industry, and agriculture.
Why this Forum Matters
Agriculture is entering a new era. Labor shortages, climate pressure, rising production costs, and the demand for more sustainable food systems are pushing the industry to rethink how farms and greenhouses operate.
Robotics can be part of that answer - but only when technology is designed around real agricultural conditions, real business needs, and real people working in the field.
This forum exists to create that conversation: practical, international, and focused on turning promising innovation into solutions that farmers and producers can actually use.
MAIN THEMES
Explore Our Key Topics
Discover the themes shaping our industry this year
Robots that Solve Real Farm Problems
Practical Robotics solutions for harvesting, weeding, crop care and more, designed to tackle labour shortages and boost productivity on farms.
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Can AI Make Robots Reliable in the Field?
Exploring AI, computer vision and autonomy to enable robots that can perceive, adapt and perform in complex, real-world environments.
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The Greenhouse As the First Robotics Frontier
Automation and intelligence for controlled environment agriculture - driving higher yields, better quality and more sustainable production.
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From Prototype to Product: Who Will Scale Agri-Robotics?
Turning innovation into impact. Discussions on deployment, business models ROI, standards and what is takes to bring robots to every farms.
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Building the Europe-China Agricultural Robotics Bridge
Strengthening collaboration in research, investment, policy and industry to unlock new opportunities across borders.
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Previous Forum Highlights
Building on
Last Year's Success
Following the success of last year's Agricultural Robotics Forum in Wuxi, China, this year’s edition continues the conversation in Europe at the University of Coimbra.
The forum will bring together international experts in robotics, artificial intelligence, greenhouse automation, harvesting systems, UAVs, and agricultural technology commercialisation.
Researchers, industry leaders, startups, investors and growers
Industrial experts sharing insights and innovations
Strong representation from Europe and China
Focus on real adoption and commercial deployment
Featured Speakers
Additional speakers to be confirmed soon.
Jorge Dias
Professor of Autonomous Robotic Systems, Khalifa University
Portugal
To be confirmed.
Cunjia Liu
Professor of Robotics and Autonomous Systems, Loughborough University
United Kingdom
To be confirmed.
Cristiano Premebida
Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Coimbra
Portugal
To be confirmed.
Miguel Lopez Gadea
Operations Director, New Growing System (NGS) / Gogarsa
Spain
Talk topic description
Marc Jones
Business Director, Antobot
United Kingdom
To be confirmed.
Jianwei Zhang
Professor and Director of TAMS, University of Hamburg
Germany
To be confirmed.
Andrey Ivanov
Farm Director, Wilkin & Sons Ltd / Tiptree
United Kingdom
To be confirmed.
Pengbo Wang
Vice President, NICECART
China
To be confirmed.
Howard Wu
CEO, Antobot
United Kingdom
To be confirmed.
Partner With an
International Agricultural Robotics Forum
Agriculture is facing some of the world’s biggest challenges: labour shortages, climate pressure, food security, and the need to produce more with fewer resources.
This forum brings together the people who can help turn promising agricultural robotics into real solutions for farms, greenhouses, growers, and communities.
By becoming a sponsor, your organisation supports a platform where research, technology, investment, and industry collaboration come together to shape a smarter and more sustainable future for agriculture between Europe and China.
BENEFITS
Brand visibility
Speaking and exhibition opportunities
Access to Europe-China innovation networks
Direct connection with robotics and agriculture stakeholders
Positioning as a leader in smart agriculture
Join Us in Coimbra
Join the people shaping the next chapter of agriculture — where robotics, AI, research, and international collaboration come together to help build a smarter, more sustainable future for food production.