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UBC Agrobot students working together in the team's lab

Our story

Agrobot began at UBC when a small group of engineering students noticed how few opportunities existed to explore agricultural robotics in a hands-on way. Motivated to bridge that gap, they created a space where students could design autonomous systems, test sensors, build prototypes, and apply real robotics concepts to real farming challenges.

What started as weekly meetings in a small lab has grown into a multidisciplinary team developing functional field robots, experimenting with hydroponic systems, and collaborating with students from mechanical, electrical, computer engineering, and science disciplines. Today, Agrobot continues to push forward student-led innovation in sustainable agriculture.

Who we are

Here's what defines our community.

A student-led team building autonomous agricultural robots
A respectful, inclusive space where everyone feels safe to learn
A multidisciplinary community growing and creating together
A welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds and experience levels

What we offer

We provide a space where students can develop real robotics experience, collaborate across disciplines, and work on meaningful projects that support sustainable agriculture.

Team members presenting project research in a lecture hall
Team members assembling the robot chassis in the workshop
Team members reviewing code together at a laptop
A team member adjusting the robot's wheel assembly with a screwdriver