Key Takeaways:
- Ecorobotix has introduced ALBA, an ultra-high precision sprayer designed for professional turf and grassland weed management.
- The system applies treatments at a 3×3 cm footprint, targeting individual weeds while preserving surrounding turf.
- ALBA is designed for golf courses and other managed turf environments, including sports fields, sod farms, and municipal grounds.
- The sprayer supports reduced chemical use, lower labor requirements, and more targeted application of herbicides.
- ALBA will debut at BTME 2026 and the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show.
Ecorobotix Introduces ALBA for Turf and Grassland Management
Ecorobotix, a provider of AI-powered precision spraying systems, has announced the launch of the ALBA Ultra-High Precision (UHP) Sprayer, marking the company’s entry into the turf care segment. The new system is designed to support weed management on golf courses and other professionally managed turf surfaces.
ALBA will be showcased publicly for the first time at the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) 2026, followed by an appearance at the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show.
AI-Driven, Plant-by-Plant Application
The ALBA UHP Sprayer is built around Ecorobotix’s Plant-by-Plant AI™ technology, which identifies and treats individual weeds in real time. The system applies spray treatments with a footprint as small as 3×3 cm, enabling highly localized application.
With a double spray bar and a working width of 2.25 meters, the system is designed to operate both day and night. By limiting application to detected targets, the sprayer is intended to maintain turf uniformity while reducing non-target exposure.
Designed for Golf Courses and Managed Turf
While ALBA was developed with golf course maintenance in mind, Ecorobotix states that the system is also suitable for sod farms, sports turf, tennis courts, and municipal green spaces. The technology enables the targeted use of non-selective herbicides, allowing operators to manage difficult weed species without treating entire surfaces.
James D. McCurdy, Ph.D., Professor and Turfgrass Extension Specialist at Mississippi State University, commented on the approach: “ALBA represents a genuine change in how we think about weed management in turf. The ability to precisely target weeds while dramatically reducing non-target exposure opens new doors for both efficacy and stewardship.”
Operational and Environmental Considerations For Ecorobotix's ALBA System
According to Ecorobotix, the ALBA system is designed to reduce chemical inputs and manual spot-spraying, helping grounds teams allocate labor more efficiently. The company positions the sprayer as a tool for turf managers seeking to balance performance requirements with evolving expectations around environmental responsibility.
“Greenkeepers today are navigating high expectations for turf quality alongside growing interest in more efficient and sustainable practices,” said Pierre Le Naour Vernet, Turf Product Manager at Ecorobotix. “With our ALBA UHP Sprayer, they can achieve both, sustainability without compromise, and precision without complexity.”
With the launch of ALBA, Ecorobotix extends its precision spraying portfolio beyond row crops into professional turf management, applying its AI-driven approach to a new segment of the market.
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