Robots get a grip: And they could be pivotal for helping Canada's greenhouse sector be even more competitive

摘要

Robots could be poised to emerge as a revolutionary technology for the Canadian greenhouse industry. By largely replacing humans, these robots have the potential to decrease labour costs, improve market product quality and enhance the supply chain. Some say robots may just be what Canadian growers need for a competitive edge in a rapidly growing industry. At the University of Guelph, Professors Medhat Moussa and Hussein Abdullah, from the School of Engineering, are creating what they call the GuelphIntelligent Greenhouse Automation System (GIGAS), with input from Leamington vegetable greenhouse growers.