Fraunhofer IGD is interested in joining a consortium as a partner with expertise in developing camera systems and computer vision/AI algorithms. Specifically, we are interested in the area of fieldrobot-based high-throughput phenotyping of wheat and other cereals. Together with the agricultural department of the University of Rostock we would like to join a project on the topic of cereal-legume intercropping - specifically rye and pea combinations for improved weed suppression, efficient nitrogen use, and increased yield stability.

Fraunhofer IGD is a leader in visual computing and applied research for over 30 years and brings its advanced capabilities in human-computer interaction, virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, interactive simulation as well as 3D scanning to the project. With state-of-the-art infrastructure at its bioeconomy branch in Rostock, including expertise in hyperspectral and RGB imaging over UAV, robotic or stationary platforms, Fraunhofer IGD supports cutting-edge solutions for smart farming.