Laboratory for
future of
“food and agriculture”
that are friendly to
the Earth and
to people.
～Kubota Germination Lab～
A laboratory addressing the wishes of
people and the social issues
by considering planetary-conscious “food and agriculture.”
We aim to create this area where
will be a place for the “germination” of
insights and new ideas for the future of
“food and agriculture,” which have evolved alongside humanity and
connected lives.
Imagine the future of food
and agriculture.
100 years from now, and even further into the future, what will we be eating?
Throughout history, countless people
have contributed to the food we eat.
At the same time,
we have refined technology
and transformed agriculture to ensure that
everyone can eat with peace of mind.
In a way, food is proof
of the life we have cultivated.
To consider the future of
food and agriculture
is to consider the future of life itself.
In the years to come,
what will food and farming look like?
Let’s take a moment to imagine.
“Everyday foods,” nurtured by
people’s wishes and technology
The food and agriculture built by our predecessors have been passed down to the present,
sustaining life.
We, too, must pass the baton to the future.
By representing the transitions of food from Society 1.0 to 4.0 in the form of bento meals, we visually convey the evolution of food and society, changes in values, and the cultural, lifestyle, agricultural, and food system backgrounds of each era.
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Each of us must do our part,
with the life we have inherited.
Main area
Please enjoy the dynamic images that conjure up images of a planetary-conscious world friendly to the Earth and to people that will lead to the future when “Society 5.0 (a society that balances economic advancement with the resolution of social problems)” will be realized, a future in which “food and agriculture” will have evolved with humankind and be supporting life.
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Game details
PLANET KEEPERS - A simulation game with players thinking about the future from the perspective of a farm manager
This is the Future City. The happy food of many people is being supported by the evolution of agritech.
However, issues remained that had yet to be resolved. Let’s find the key to protect the happy food of the future!
An interactive story in which we create the future of food and agriculture together
In the world of Society 5.0, what will be needed to deliver happy food to all the people of the world in an earth-friendly way? Visitors will see a multi-ending interactive story where future food and agriculture will be created by the selections of the players at the venue.
* The number of people who can experience the game is limited.
The future
next-generation
agricultural robots of
Society 5.0
Full-size models of the agri-platform robots Type: V and Type: S, which appear in the video and game, will be on display at the venue. Please make sure to visit the venue to see the technologies that will be essential for planetary-conscious food and agriculture.
About the next generationagriculture of the future
The Seeds of tomorrow,
Nutured by Kubota
Versatile platform robots
A platform robot of the future that performs all required tasks in agriculture and a wide range of other fields fully autonomously.
From traditional farming operations to precision tasks utilizing robotic technology, manual labor that remains prevalent today, and even civil engineering and construction work, these robots can be fitted with different implements and attachments to handle these tasks, all without human intervention.
As the agricultural workforce continues to decline at an ever-increasing pace, this next-generation platform robot will pave the way for planetary-conscious farming to protect the future of food production.
Variable fully
autonomous robot（Versatile platform robot Type: V）
“Fully autonomous” robots that efficiently handles tasks at every stage of farming, from tilling to harvesting.
It can change its form according to the task at hand, making it suitable for use across various types of farming operations.
Multi-purpose
friendly robot（Versatile platform robot Type: S）
“Assistant” robots equipped with a powerful drive train, allowing it to work in place of people even in mountainous terrain and other rugged areas.
By maintaining a level deck, it aids in the transportation of cargo and other tasks that demand high precision.
Group control system
A “control” system that operates multiple agricultural robots in groups according to the scale of the farm and the task at hand.
This system efficiently manages everything, from continuous operations to complex tasks.
Nurturing robot（Seedling selection robot / Pollination robot）
“Nurturing” robots that appropriately selects easy-to-grow seedlings
according to the local climate and soil conditions. It also handles crop pollination automatically.
Water controller（Growth stage water
management system）
A “water management” system that automatically controls water usage on
farms according to weather and growing conditions.
Harvest timing
scanner （Optimal harvesting
assessment system）
An “assessment” system that automatically analyzes when crops are ready to be harvested. It also calculates the time it takes for the produce to
reach consumers and determines when crops should be harvested so they can be enjoyed at peak freshness and flavor.
Soil power generation
system
A “power generation” system that uses the power of microorganisms in the
soil to generate electricity. The energy generated can be used to charge agricultural robots and other machines and equipment or even be used to supply power to surrounding areas.
Farm watcher（Analytical monitoring drone）
An “observation and analysis” system that captures highly detailed images of farms and analyzes crop growth conditions. Based on the images it captures, the drone provides advice on growth and production for the entire farm.
Soil activation system
An “advice” system that analyzes and digitizes farm soil conditions and
provides suggestions for cultivating the soil to facilitate crop growth.
Cultivar
improvement
incubator（Cultivar improvement system）
A “cultivar improvement” system that breeds hardy and safe crops to prepare against the climate changes, pests, and diseases that are predicted to occur in various regions.
The Seeds of tomorrow,
Nutured by Us
People’s voice and
your own
thoughts
We are distributing cards with the thoughts of people who are taking on challenges for the future of planetary-conscious food and agriculture. We would certainly like to hear your thoughts as well.
People’s thoughtsWe hold the seeds of tomorrow.
Vegetables. Rice. Wheat.
Even if their seeds are sown one day,
they won’t yield a harvest the next.
The same is true for agriculture,
which cannot be perfected overnight.
It faces a variety of challenges,
including climate change and food issues.
But today, we hold
the seeds needed to overcome
these obstacles and create a better future.
To help these seeds grow,
we need to keep learning.
Human beings have always
developed solutions,
improved technologies, and supported
the circle of life.
Now, we must consider
what we can do today
for the future of the
Earth and humanity,
then put that into practice,
one step at a time.
To eat is to live,
and to raise crops is to nurture life itself.
That’s why what we do
today nurtures the lives
of those in future generations who are
yet to come.
We look forward to seeing you at the exhibition.
