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We meet monthly for voting online and, in addition to the project meetings, we have 3-4 annual meetings, from the general meeting, workshops or at relevant trade fairs. We invite new members to come to us with good questions and about projects.
Kraichgauer Güterverwaltungen KG
Kraichgauer Güterverwaltungen produce high-quality agricultural and forestry products in southwest Germany. Mainly cereals, legumes and root crops are grown on approx. 1,400 hectares of arable land and marketed to farms, trade and industry. Some of the land is farmed organically. Kraichgauer Güterverwaltungen KG
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Lehr- & Versuchsanstalt Neumühle
Hofgut Neumühle is a versatile agricultural education and research institute in the heart of Rhineland-Palatinate. With a rich history dating back to the 18th century, it now functions as a modern center for training, further education and research in the fields of agriculture, animal husbandry and sustainable farming.
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Schmiedhof Bellaire
The Bellaire family’s Schmiedhof farm produces milk, vegetables and tobacco. The farm in the south-east of Rhineland-Palatinate markets both via the Hochwald cooperative dairy and directly via a milk vending machine. Farm manager Dominik Bellaire is very committed to communication with the consumer and new, sustainable processes.
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HYDAC Electronic GmbH
With integrated systems and comprehensive advice, we work with you to develop reliable and comfortable work machines for cost-efficient and resource-saving work. Our modular concepts enable a wide range of applications, high flexibility and enormous comfort.
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ITK Engineering GmbH
As a technology company in the field of software and systems engineering, ITK supports its partners in agricultural engineering in the areas of automation, digitalization and alternative drive concepts, always keeping an eye on the normative requirements for functional safety and cyber security. Our partners benefit from our in-depth methodological expertise and many years of industry experience.
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John Deere GmbH & Co. KG
Founded in 1837, Deere & Company is one of the leading manufacturers of technology solutions and services for the agricultural industry. Other business areas include machinery for landscaping, forestry and construction.
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BASF SE
BASF is one of the world’s leading companies in the fields of seeds, crop protection and digital farming. BASF has committed itself to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in cereal cultivation by 30%. Every year, €1 billion is invested in research and development to find innovative solutions.
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Hochwald Foods GmbH
Hochwald Foods GmbH is a dairy and food group with a cooperative structure that processes more than 2 billion kg of milk annually into drinking milk, condensed milk, quark, yogurt, cheese and other high-quality dairy products. Well-known brands include Bärenmarke, Hochwald, Lünebest, Elinas and Bonny.
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Pessl Instruments GmbH
For almost 40 years, Pessl Instruments has been helping farmers with customizable precision farming solutions in the form of hardware and software under the METOS® brand. We cover all the needs, pain points and challenges that farmers face – be it seeding, irrigating, spraying or harvesting. Our brand convinces through better performance and longer service life.
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RAUCH Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH
Founded in 1921, RAUCH is now run as a family business by the fourth and fifth generation.
Two core competencies:
DOSING AND DISTRIBUTING GRANULATES
form the basis for innovative RAUCH products in fertilizer technology, municipal technology and seeding technology as an OEM supplier
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ZG Raiffeisen
ZG Raiffeisen eG is a cooperatively organized group of companies with deep roots in agriculture. Since its foundation, it has offered products and services in the areas of agriculture, technology, energy and markets. It supports farmers with high-quality operating resources, efficient technology, digital products and expert advice. As part of the German Raiffeisen organization, ZG Raiffeisen is committed to promoting its members and the sustainable development of agriculture.
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BECOME A MEMBER
Become part of an innovative, non-profit community committed to the future of farming. Membership of Friends of Digital Farming opens the door to a network of professionals, enthusiasts and innovators working together to realize the full potential of digital farming. Discover the benefits of membership:
Promoting research, teaching and talent in digital farming: As a Digital Farming Ecosystem with roots in south-west Germany, we are committed to promoting research, teaching and talent. Our members have the opportunity to be at the forefront of scientific development, design innovative programs and promote and support young talent in the field of digital farming. Through close cooperation with the Chair of Digital Farming at RPTU Kaiserslautern and research institutes such as Fraunhofer IESE or DFKI as well as educational institutions such as the Neumühle Teaching and Research Institute, we actively contribute to the creation of a knowledge base that will help transform agriculture in the long term.
Know-how exchange: Benefit from a lively exchange with like-minded people and experts. Through regular meetings and direct access to farmers, engineers, programmers and their valuable knowledge and experience, you can reflect on your own projects and plans in digital agriculture more efficiently and effectively. Our platform offers you regular network meetings and discussion rounds to continuously expand your know-how.
Win partners: The Friends of Digital Farming offer you a unique platform to establish strategic partnerships. Whether start-ups, technology providers, research institutions or agricultural companies – we open up our partner network to find synergies for your activities.
Scout trends: Always keep your finger on the pulse. Our members receive exclusive access to the latest trends and developments in the field of digital agriculture. Through regular exchanges, you will always be informed about the latest technologies, methods and practices that are driving the industry forward.
Discuss opportunities: In an environment characterized by openness and innovation, we offer you the opportunity to discuss new ideas and opportunities at length. Our forums and working groups are an ideal place to share visions, receive feedback and jointly develop solutions to the challenges of digital agriculture.
Concretizing the vision of a digital field: Our goal is to make the vision of a digital field a reality. As a member, you will become part of this journey and actively contribute to shaping the future of agriculture. By working together on pilot projects, innovation competitions and research initiatives, we turn today’s ideas into tomorrow’s practice.
Discover the opportunities that membership of the Friends of Digital Farming opens up for you and become part of a movement that is committed to sustainable, efficient and future-oriented agriculture. We look forward to welcoming you to our network and working together to drive forward the digital transformation of agriculture.
