Two Gold and 22 Silver medals – More than 250 registrations Agritechnica Innovation Awards 2025. The leading innovation award scheme in the agriculture industry continues to grow in popularity as it celebrates its 15th anniversary.
Held every two years in Hanover, Germany, Agritechnica is the world’s leading trade fair for agricultural technology. With over 2,800 exhibitors from 53 countries and an estimated 450,000 visitors, it is the ideal platform for the latest innovations and trends in the agricultural sector.
One of the highlights of Agritechnica is undoubtedly the Innovation Award competition, which recognizes and honors outstanding and innovative solutions in the field of agricultural technology. The awards are highly coveted among companies and organizations as they offer a chance to showcase their cutting-edge products and gain international recognition.
This year, the response to the call for registrations for the Agritechnica Innovation Awards has been overwhelming. Over 250 registrations were received from companies and organizations around the world, a significant increase from the previous edition in 2019.
After a rigorous selection process, 25 innovations were shortlisted for the final round. These innovations were evaluated by a jury of experts consisting of scientists, engineers, and industry representatives. The jury looked for innovations that demonstrated a significant contribution to the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of modern agriculture.
The competition was fierce, but in the end, only 24 innovations were awarded, with two receiving the coveted Gold medal and 22 receiving Silver. The two Gold medal winners are Agrosylvicultura from France and Milking Robots from the Netherlands.
Agrosylvicultura’s winning innovation is the “Precision Forestry” system, which combines precision farming and forestry to optimize the use of arable land. It addresses the growing demand for sustainable and responsible land management and has the potential to greatly improve soil health and increase crop yields.
The other Gold medal winner, Milking Robots, offers an automated and fully integrated milking system that maximizes milk quality and animal health while reducing labor costs. With its advanced sensors and intelligent software, it provides precise and individualized care for each cow, resulting in healthier and more productive herds.
The 22 Silver medal winners cover a wide range of agricultural technology, including digital solutions, machinery, and equipment, as well as biological and chemical innovations. Some of the winning innovations include a smart irrigation controller, a high-performance sprayer for precision farming, and a sustainable biological pesticide.
The high number of registrations and the quality of the innovations presented at this year’s Agritechnica Innovation Awards is a testament to the dynamic and innovative nature of the agriculture industry. It also reflects the crucial role that technology plays in addressing the challenges faced by modern agriculture, such as climate change, increasing demand for food, and decreasing resources.
The Agritechnica Innovation Awards not only recognize and reward groundbreaking innovations, but they also serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for others in the industry. The competition encourages companies and organizations to continue pushing the boundaries and finding innovative solutions that will drive the sector forward.
As the agricultural sector continues to evolve and adapt to changing needs and circumstances, the importance of innovation cannot be overstated. The Agritechnica Innovation Awards provide a platform for the brightest minds in the industry to come together and showcase their ideas, and this year’s competition was a clear demonstration of the wealth of talent and creativity in the sector.
With two Gold and 22 Silver medals awarded and over 250 registrations, the Agritechnica Innovation Awards 2025 have once again proven to be the leading innovation award scheme in the agriculture industry. They are a testament to the passion and dedication of those working to make a positive impact on the future of agriculture.
