AgriRoboData – Accelerating the Practical Application of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture Agricultural technology is undergoing an exceptional transformation, with the entire sector experiencing rapid change. According to recent studies, the adoption of new technologies—such as robotics and artificial intelligence—should be significantly accelerated (McKinsey 2023, Wolfert et al. 2024). While precision farming and Smart Agriculture solutions are already available on the market, challenges related to the availability and quality of data continues to slow down their widespread adoption. In discussions and workshops with Jamk’s Institute of Bioeconomy (BTI) and industry stakeholders—including leading companies, startups, scale-ups, and farmers—a key bottleneck has been identified: the lack of high-quality reference data. This significantly hampers the development of AI- and robotics-based applications, delaying the commercialization of new environmentally friendly solutions and the advancement of data-driven agriculture. Realizing a fully functional data economy and broad application of AI and robotics in agriculture also requires changes in operational practices. The AgriRoboData project addresses these challenges through the following work packages: WP1: Feasibility analysis of large-scale deployment of agricultural robotics and AI WP2: Collection of reference data for calibration and validation of technologies WP3: Building a Living Lab network WP4: Testing and piloting technologies through real-life case studies The project utilizes the international Smart Bioeconomy Testbed, currently being developed at the Bioeconomy Campus. This provides the necessary infrastructure and significantly reduces the need for additional investments. The project will also leverage high-quality, multi-year research data gathered in earlier projects. Implementation is carried out in close cooperation with target companies and stakeholders. BTI is responsible for coordinating the work packages, supported by a multidisciplinary expert team with competencies in agrotechnology, bioeconomy, IT, and pedagogy. The project supports the smart specialization and carbon neutrality strategies of Central Finland by strengthening the Saarijärvi-Viitasaari region as a hub for smart agriculture and bioeconomy expertise. Additionally, it contributes to the EU’s Baltic Sea Region Strategy by promoting sustainable development and green growth through the use of emerging technologies.