Bringing robotics and artificial intelligence into the field is changing how farmers think about weed control and efficiency.

In this episode of ILCorn TV, host Shane Gray talks with Taylor Wetli, U.S. Commercial Manager for Solinftec, about the Solix Autonomous Sprayer and the future of precision agriculture.

Taylor explains how AI-powered cameras detect weeds in real time, enabling plant-by-plant spraying that can reduce chemical use by up to 90%. He also shares how solar-powered autonomy, fleet-based deployment, and a simple, farmer-friendly design are helping scale this technology across the Midwest.

From early-season herbicide use to future applications in fungicides and micronutrients, this conversation explores how robotics is reshaping crop management and the future of farming.

Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Introduction
1:05 – Inside Solinftec & the Solix Autonomous Sprayer
2:00 – How AI Spots Weeds in the Field Instantly
3:55 – Solar-Powered Design & Simplicity in the Machine
5:38 – Ease of Use & Early Feedback
6:46 – The Fleet Approach to Farm Operations
9:13 – Herbicide, Fungicide & What’s Next
10:54 – Retail, Service & Access Model
12:05 – Policy Talk: Farm Bill & Precision Ag Direction
12:56 – Early Adopters: Who’s Using the Tech Today
16:13 – Cost vs Value: What It Means for the Market
16:41 – Not To Be Corny
17:33 – Final Thoughts

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