Revolutionizing Management: AI-powered farming robots are helping reduce reliance on herbicide

AI is helping reduce herbicide use in the Midwest. Autonomous machines cut down weeds and apply nutrients reducing reliance on chemicals.

Founder of Greenfield Robotics, Clint Brauer spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on the process and how it is helping revolutionize crop nutrient management.

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