Russia Showcases AI-Powered Tractor Navigation System in Field Test

At the 'Smart Field Day' festival, Russian developers are publicly testing a homegrown autonomous agricultural system that runs without GPS or internet.

The Saratov region is hosting the 'Smart Field Day,' an event focused entirely on domestic agricultural IT solutions. The festival highlights the latest technologies designed to ease fieldwork and improve crop yields.

A centerpiece of the event is the first public demonstration of Russia’s Cognitive Agro Pilot, an AI-based autonomous driving system for agricultural machinery. Using machine vision, it enables equipment to operate independently even in the absence of internet or satellite connectivity.

A live test will take place directly in the field. The tractor will first operate with satellite support, then switch to full autonomy, relying solely on the onboard visual system. For validation, it will perform actual harvesting tasks under real working conditions.

The program also includes a Q&A session exploring the integration of new digital tools into farming and the role of government support in accelerating this transition.