The best first farm robot is a monitoring rover.
The best first farm robot is a monitoring rover. It drives rows, records images, logs soil moisture and temperature, and reports problem zones. That data can justify later automation without putting blades, sprayers or heavy tools in the field too early.
Ruggedness matters more than clever autonomy.
Ruggedness matters more than clever autonomy. Dust, vibration, mud and sun exposure ruin hobby prototypes quickly. Use sealed enclosures, strain relief and conservative speeds.