The Orion Auto Harvester has been featured as a case study in the 2025 Robotics Roadmap for Australia, Agricultural Chapter. This recognition highlights the role of automation in shaping the future of Australian agriculture, particularly in the mango industry, where labour shortages and efficiency challenges have long been barriers to growth.
Australia’s Robotics Roadmap is a critical industry guide, mapping the impact of robotics and automation across key sectors, including agriculture. With increasing labor shortages, rising operational costs, and climate variability, Australian farmers need innovative solutions to remain competitive.
“The 2025 Robotics Roadmap highlights the need for automation in Australian agriculture, and we’re proud to see the Orion mango Auto Harvester featured as a leading innovation in the industry. Our on-farm partnerships have been key to proving that advanced robotics can deliver real productivity gains for growers. This is a pivotal moment for ag-tech, and we look forward to driving further advancements in the sector.”
— Amanda White PhD, Director of Agricultural Robotics, at the 2025 Robotics Roadmap Launch Event.
The Agricultural Chapter of the 2025 Roadmap explores how robotics can address these challenges by:
✅ Enhancing efficiency in harvesting, planting, and crop monitoring
✅ Reducing reliance on seasonal labor shortages
✅ Improving sustainability through precision agriculture
✅ Supporting food security and export competitiveness
The Orion Auto Harvester is an advanced robotic system developed to revolutionize mango harvesting. Using cutting-edge machine vision and AI-driven robotic handling, Orion ensures fruit is picked efficiently, reducing waste and improving yield consistency.
This case study focuses on innovation with Niceforo Farms, a leading Aussie mango producer, and the CQUniversity Future Farming team lead by Kerry Walsh. Niceforo Farms has been instrumental in helping us refine and deploy the Orion Auto Harvester in real-world conditions, ensuring that the system meets the demands of large-scale mango production.
We encourage all industry stakeholders—farmers, agribusinesses, policymakers, and technology developers—to explore the 2025 Robotics Roadmap and see how automation is transforming agriculture.
Download the Roadmap here: https://www.roboausnet.com.au/robotics-roadmap
By embracing robotics, we can build a more resilient, productive, and sustainable future for Australian agriculture. We’re excited to be part of this journey and look forward to continued collaboration in 2025 and beyond.
