Non-UBC Event

Autonomous Electric Tractors in Blueberry Production

July 15, 2024, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

8915 McElwee Rd 8915 McElwee Road Chilliwack, BC V0X 1X2

As farmers across BC face increasing costs and labour shortages, the importance of innovative and efficient farming equipment and techniques has never been greater. Agri-tech weeding equipment could be a key part of the solution!

Join Organic BC for a demonstration of autonomous, electric tractors in blueberry production at Klaassen Farms in Chilliwack. Representatives from Rollins Machinery will be on hand to discuss the latest advancements in this technology. And, Monarch Tractors will showcase and demonstrate their MK-V tractor, highlighting its computer-vision autonomy and electric capabilities, emitting zero emissions while utilizing common farm implements for mowing, weeding, tilling and more.

Ample time will be provided for questions and discussions after the demonstration. There will also be an opportunity to test drive the Monarch! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all producers and anyone interested!

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  • Non-UBC Event

First Nations land acknowledegement

We acknowledge that UBC’s campuses are situated within the traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh, and in the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation and their peoples.

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