Osnabrück Region
FieldLab Wallenhorst, Agro-Technicum, CIC / DFKI, and regional industry visits focused on digital farming and agricultural robotics.
Germany and Denmark · 14–21 June 2027
International Workshop Tour on Digital Farming, Automation, and Agricultural Robotics
An intensive European study tour connecting researchers, graduate students, technology developers, farm professionals and innovation leaders with leading research institutes, field laboratories, machinery companies, farms and live demonstration sites. The program is designed for participants who want to understand how sensing, AI, robotics, autonomous machinery, field data systems and sustainable farming practices are being developed and deployed in real agricultural environments.
8Days
2Countries
30Participants
10+Technical Visits
What This Tour Offers?
Real Field Exposure
Visits to farms, field laboratories and live demonstration sites where digital agriculture is tested under practical conditions.
Automation and Robotics
Focused sessions on autonomous machinery, field robots, AI-based decision support, sensing systems and digital twins.
Industry and Innovation
Company and innovation-centre visits including machinery, robotics, AI and precision farming technology providers.
Academic Value
Participants receive a certificate, technical materials, networking access and two agricultural robotics reference books.
Tour route: Osnabrück region → FieldLab Wallenhorst → Agro-Technicum → CIC / DFKI → AMAZONE → Farm Künne → GRIMME → DLG Eco-Fielddays → ATB Potsdam → SDU Odense.
Tentative Program
The program includes technical visits in the Osnabrück region, DLG Eco-Fielddays, ATB Potsdam, and SDU Odense.
Program Locations
DLG Eco-Fielddays
Curated field demonstrations, robotics exhibitions, precision agronomy sessions, and sustainable farming technologies in live field conditions.
ATB Potsdam
A technical research visit highlighting agricultural engineering, automation, bioeconomy systems, and applied innovation for sustainable production.
SDU Odense
Robotics lab tours, field robot demonstrations, autonomous systems discussions, and a collaboration roundtable with the SDU research community.
At-a-Glance Itinerary
| Date | Day | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| 14 June 2027 | Day 1 | Arrival in Germany. Evening welcome ceremony at University of Osnabrück, introductory briefing, and networking dinner. |
| 15 June 2027 | Day 2 | Agrotech Valley Program: FieldLab Wallenhorst, Agro-Technicum / Hochschule Osnabrück, and Coppenrath Innovation Centre / DFKI. |
| 16 June 2027 | Day 3 | Farm and company visits: Versuchsgut Wambergen, AMAZONE Hasbergen, Farm Künne, and GRIMME Damme. |
| 17 June 2027 | Day 4 | DLG Öko-Feldtage / Eco-Fielddays at Bauckhof Amelinghausen. Transfer toward Potsdam after the visit. |
| 18 June 2027 | Day 5 | ATB Potsdam technical visit showcasing agricultural engineering, automation, and bioeconomy research. |
| 19 June 2027 | Day 6 | Germany cultural excursion in the Potsdam/Berlin region and networking dinner. |
| 20 June 2027 | Day 7 | Transfer to Denmark. SDU Odense visit with lab tours, field robot demonstrations, and collaboration roundtable. |
| 21 June 2027 | Day 8 | Odense cultural program, closing session, and certificate presentation. |
Operational Schedule: AVF-Managed Program
| Date | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14-06-2027 | 18:00–21:00 | University of Osnabrück | Welcome ceremony, introductory briefing, networking dinner, and invitation to Agrotech Valley Forum members. |
| 15-06-2027 | 08:30–10:30 | FieldLab Wallenhorst | KI-Reallabor Agrar work package visit and field-oriented digital agriculture session. |
| 15-06-2027 | 11:00–13:00 | Agro-Technicum / Hochschule Osnabrück | Lab-to-field demonstration of modern high-tech agricultural machinery development. |
| 15-06-2027 | 15:00–17:00 | Coppenrath Innovation Centre / DFKI | Innovation, AI, robotics, and digital farming session. |
| 16-06-2027 | 07:30–10:30 | AMAZONE Hasbergen / Gut Wambergen | Farm and company visit focused on machinery and field systems. |
| 16-06-2027 | 11:00–14:00 | Farm Künne, Eggermühlen | Farm visit hosted by Stephan Künne. |
| 16-06-2027 | 14:30–17:30 | GRIMME, Damme | Company visit and machinery innovation program. |
| 17-06-2027 | 07:30 departure | Bauckhof Amelinghausen | DLG Eco-Fielddays with curated field demos, robotics exhibitions, and precision agronomy sessions. |
Logistics, Fees and Policies
Recommended Hotel Options: Osnabrück
Best Western Hohenzollern
A central four-star hotel directly opposite Osnabrück main station, combining long-standing hospitality with modern comfort for convenient arrivals and city access.
Hotel Remarque
A full-service city hotel with conference facilities, restaurant, bar, and wine-focused hospitality—suitable for delegates who prefer business amenities on site.
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham
A modern, industrial-chic hotel within walking distance of the historic city centre and shopping areas, with contemporary rooms and practical guest amenities.
Romantik Hotel Walhalla
Osnabrück’s oldest existing inn, offering historic old-town character, individually styled rooms, restaurants, and a small wellness area.
| Hotel | Address / Contact | Indicative Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Western Hohenzollern | Theodor-Heuss-Platz 5, 49074 Osnabrück | Single: €104–120 Double: €120–150 | Central location near station; early-booking discounts may apply. |
| Hotel Remarque | Natruper-Tor-Wall 1, 49076 Osnabrück | Single: from €109 Double: from €169 | Breakfast approx. €25 per person/night plus local accommodation tax. |
| Vienna House Easy by Wyndham | Neuer Graben 39, 49074 Osnabrück | Single: €117–129 Double: €127–151 | Very close to university area; early-booking discounts may apply. |
| Romantik Hotel Walhalla | Kleine Gildewart 11, 49074 Osnabrück | Single: €129 + breakfast Double: €139 + breakfast | Booking directly via hotel website may be cheaper. |
Included
Group transfers, hotel bed and breakfast, selected group meals, entry passes, site access, materials, and two agricultural robotics books.
Excluded
International flights, visas, insurance, most lunches/dinners, and personal expenses.
Transport
Chartered bus transfers between official locations in Germany and Denmark.
Safety
PPE and site-specific safety rules will be communicated before field and industrial visits.
Policies
- Delegates are responsible for travel and medical insurance covering Germany and Denmark.
- Invitation letters can be issued after registration and payment verification.
- Participants agree to punctuality, respectful behavior, safety compliance, and host-site confidentiality.
- Some industrial and research locations may restrict photography or require NDAs.
- Participant data will be handled under GDPR regulations.
Local Hosts
Osnabrück University
Welcome ceremony and regional academic connection.
FieldLab Wallenhorst
Digital farming and KI-Reallabor Agrar field activities.
Agro-Technicum
Laboratory-to-field validation of agricultural machinery.
CIC / DFKI
AI, robotics, and innovation session.
AMAZONE and GRIMME
Company visits and agricultural machinery innovation.
ATB and SDU
Research visits in Potsdam and Odense.
Advisors
Scientific Advisors
Dr. Redmond R. Shamshiri
Assistant Professor of Robotics
University of Southern Denmark
Prof. Dr. Ulrik Pagh Schultz
Professor and Head
SDU Drone Center
Prof. Dr. Norbert Krüger
Professor of Robotics
University of Southern Denmark
Prof. Dr. Cornelia Weltzien
Professor of Digital Farming
Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB)
Prof. Dr. James Lowenberg-DeBoer
Professor of Agri-Tech Economics
Harper Adams University
Prof. Dr. Karl Behrendt
Professor of Agri-Tech Economics
Harper Adams University
Prof. Dr. John Fulton
Professor of Precision Agriculture
The Ohio State University
Prof. Dr. Siva K. Balasundram
Professor of Precision Agriculture
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Dr. Sanaz Shafian
Assistant Professor of Precision Farming, Drone Technology
Virginia Tech
Saba Samiei
AI expert, Founder & CEO, MACSO Technologies
New Zealand
Prof. Ibrahim A. Hameed
Professor of AI and Robotics
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway
Prof. Dr. Fernando A. Auat Cheein
Professor of Agricultural Robotics
Harper Adams University, UK
Endorsers and Collaborators
Institutional Support
1Endorsement - Co-Sponsors, Endorsers and Collaborators
- Co-sponsored by: Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) and University of Southern Denmark (SDU)
- Endorsed by: International Society of Precision Agriculture (ISPA) and American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE)
- Organized by: Adaptive AgroTech Consultancy and Agrotech Valley Forum e.V.
- In collaboration with: ATB Potsdam, UPM, Osnabrück University, and Agrotech Valley Forum partners
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Application and Registration
Maximum number of participants: 30. Selection will consider profile fit, diversity, collaboration potential, and ability to benefit from the program.
1Eligibility and Required Materials
- Researchers, industry professionals, farm managers, policy makers, and BSc/MSc/PhD students
- Short CV, affiliation, role, and motivation statement
- Passport details for visa invitation letters, if required
- Discounted seats or scholarships may be offered subject to sponsorship
Organizing Teams
This section introduces the two organizing companies responsible for program coordination, participant support, and partner communication.
AGROTECH VALLEY
AGROTECH VALLEY connects agricultural innovation stakeholders across research, industry, farms, and regional development networks. The team coordinates regional partnerships, technical visits, field logistics, and operational support for the International Workshop Tour.
Robert Everwand
Program Lead
Regional Coordination, Partner Relations, Technical Visits
Theresa Ottmann
Partnerships
Industry Network, Collaboration, Knowledge Exchange
Jan-Henrik Helmig
Field Visits
Visit Planning, Logistics, Site Coordination
Vivien Vetter
Operations
Event Support, Scheduling, Coordination
Adaptive Agrotech
Adaptive Agrotech develops international training, study tours, and consulting programs in digital agriculture and agricultural robotics. The team oversees program development, technical content, participant engagement, and the overall workshop experience.
Maryam Behjati
Online Registration
Invitation letters, Participant Support, Event Coordination
Benita Majidi
Creative Director
Graphic Design, Website Management, Content Creation
Keywan Majidi
Digital Media
Social Media, Digital Marketing, Content Creation
Hüseyin Ayaz
Field Support
Technical Assistance, Equipment Setup, Field Operations
Dr. Eduardo Navas Merlo
Workshop Manager
Technical Sessions, Robotics & AI, Networking
Filip Woj Figurski
Delegate Support
Participant Assistance, On-site Support, Tour Coordination
Previous Tour Archive
2017 Study Tour: New Zealand
Precision Agriculture, Digital Farming, and Instrumentation — an Adaptive AgroTech photo report from the New Zealand study tour series, held from 23–31 October 2017. This archive highlights field visits, technical demonstrations, instrumentation exposure, and knowledge exchange from the previous international study tour.
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Tour Prospectus and Brochure
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Tour route covering Osnabrück, Damme, Amelinghausen, Potsdam, and Odense.
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International Society of Precision Agriculture resources and professional community.
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Professional resources from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
Visit ASABECertificates and Learning Materials
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Certificate of Attendance
Co-signed by representatives of ATB, SDU, Agrotech Valley Forum e.V., and Adaptive AgroTech Consultancy.
Digital Repository
Slides, readings, datasets, and selected host materials will be shared where permission allows.
Reference Books
Two agricultural robotics reference books will be provided courtesy of the organizers.
Post-Tour Networking Pack
A participant network and summary report will be shared within four weeks after the tour.
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