Key Takeaways:
- XAG received FAO’s Global Recognition for Best Practices and Innovative Approaches in Sustainable Plant Production and Protection
- The award was presented during FAO’s 80th anniversary celebrations at the 2025 World Food Forum
- XAG’s Smart Farming Solution integrates robotics, automation, and digital intelligence to improve productivity and sustainability
- The technology is empowering smallholders and large producers in regions such as Vietnam, Turkey, Zambia, and the UK
- FAO’s recognition highlights XAG’s contribution to advancing climate-smart and inclusive agriculture
XAG recognized by FAO for innovation in sustainable plant production
XAG has been awarded FAO’s Global Recognition for Best Practices and Innovative Approaches in Sustainable Plant Production and Protection. The honor was presented during the Food and Agriculture Organization’s 80th anniversary celebration and the 2025 World Food Forum.
The recognition acknowledges XAG’s Smart Farming Solution, a system that combines robotics, automation, and digital intelligence to help farmers produce more efficiently while reducing environmental impact. The technology exemplifies innovation and sustainability in global food systems.
FAO highlights XAG’s contribution to smarter farming
At the FAO Global Technical Recognition Ceremony, the organization emphasized the importance of innovation in agriculture:
“Plants are the foundation of life on earth, providing over 80% of the food we eat. From farmers’ fields to laboratories and market stalls, generations of innovators and institutions have transformed the way we grow and protect our crops.”
This message aligns with XAG’s mission to advance agriculture for a smarter, safer, and more sustainable future, supporting farmers worldwide with accessible precision tools.
XAG Smart Farming Solution: technology in action
XAG’s Smart Farming ecosystem integrates agricultural drones, rovers, autopilot consoles, and IoT-based systems, allowing farmers to automate key tasks such as seeding, spraying, and irrigation. The system reduces manual labor, minimizes chemical exposure, and improves precision through smartphone and remote operation.
- In Vietnam, rice and fruit farmers use XAG drones for spraying and spreading to reduce input use and improve yields.
- In Turkey, young farmers employ the XAG Autopilot Console for sowing and harrowing, reducing fatigue and fuel use.
- In Zambia, drone spraying technology is combating fall armyworm infestations affecting maize, soybean, and sugarcane crops.
These applications demonstrate how XAG technologies are contributing to resilient and sustainable agricultural practices around the world.
Empowering the next generation of farmers
Beyond technology, XAG Academy provides training programs for rural youth and women to build expertise in digital and autonomous farming. These initiatives create local employment opportunities and promote inclusive agricultural modernization.
In the United Kingdom, the company partners with local organizations to advance licensed drone spraying and operator training. This collaboration enabled BVLOS (beyond visual line of sight) drone operations that successfully planted 75,000 trees in just eight hours, demonstrating scalable applications for environmental restoration.
Global recognition and outlook
The FAO’s recognition reaffirms XAG’s commitment to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Zero Hunger, Responsible Consumption and Production, and Climate Action. By reducing labor intensity, optimizing resources, and protecting ecosystems, XAG’s technologies are shaping the future of sustainable agriculture.
As part of FAO’s global exhibition From Seeds to Foods, XAG showcased its agricultural drone among 260 exhibitors from 140 countries, marking the organization’s 80th anniversary. The event celebrated the technologies transforming food systems and the diverse cultures that sustain them.
FAO’s acknowledgment of XAG reflects a shared global vision: building a future where innovation and technology support both people and the planet.
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