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The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is preparing to construct a new Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence in Wimauma, a rural area in Hillsborough County. The project, which is estimated to cost around $20 million, aims to enhance the use of artificial intelligence in agriculture. The proposed 34,000 square-foot facility will feature office, research, and meeting space, as well as accommodation for approximately 32 graduate students.

The center will include a state-of-the-art research shop equipped with the necessary tools and equipment for the design and development of robotic technologies for agriculture. It will also serve as a central hub for training in artificial intelligence and robotic technologies, with designated meeting areas, offices, and open concept workspaces.

Robert Gilbert, the dean for research at UF/IFAS, expressed his vision for the facility as part of their mission to become a recognized leader in the application of artificial intelligence in agriculture. The center, along with its associated faculty, will focus on developing programs in robotics, precision agriculture, and plant breeding. These initiatives aim to accelerate agricultural technologies not only for the strawberry and tomato industries in the region but also for diverse agricultural enterprises across the state.

The University of Floridas ambitious plans for the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence demonstrate their commitment to pushing the boundaries of agricultural innovation. Through this endeavor, they aim to advance the industry by leveraging the potential of artificial intelligence and robotics.

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