Precision agriculture adoption reached 70% among large-scale US crop-producing farms in 2023, up from single-digit rates in the early 2000s, according to USDA Economic Research Service data. Automated guidance systems now operate happening over 50% of acreage planted to corn, cotton, rice, sorghum, soybeans, and winter wheat.
However, only 27% of US farms overall adopted precision agriculture practices for crop or livestock management as of 2023, with small family farms exhibiting the lowest adoption rates due to high upfront costs and technical barriers. The gap between large commercial operations and smaller farms underscores both the technology's proven value and persistent accessibility challenges requiring policy intervention.
According to Kings Research, the global smart agriculture market is projected to reach USD 45.39 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 15.55% from 2023 to 2030. This blog examines the ten leading companies in the smart agriculture market, their technological innovations, and recent developments advancing precision farming, autonomous equipment, and data-driven crop management for sustainable global food production.
Top 10 Companies in the Smart Agriculture Market
1. Deere & Company
Deere & Company is a leading manufacturer in the smart agriculture market, producing agricultural machinery integrated with advanced precision farming technologies, autonomous systems, and data analytics platforms. The company's product portfolio includes tractors, combines, sprayers, and planters equipped with GPS guidance, machine learning-based See & Spray weed detection and cloud-based farm management software through John Deere Operations Center.
Deere emphasizes autonomous equipment development, AI-powered crop monitoring, and connectivity solutions enabling real-time decision-making across planting, application, and harvest operations. The company is headquartered in Illinois with global manufacturing and distribution serving North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific markets.
In January 2025, Deere unveiled its second-generation autonomy kit at CES 2025, featuring 16 individual cameras providing 360-degree field visibility for autonomous operation of the 9RX tractor, commercial mowers, and construction equipment (source: www.deere.com).
2. Trimble Inc.
Trimble Inc. develops precision agriculture hardware, software, and connectivity solutions for guidance, field mapping, variable rate application, and farm data management.
The company's portfolio includes GPS receivers, displays, steering systems, and cloud-based platforms supporting mixed-fleet operations across tractor brands. Trimble serves crop producers, agronomists, and equipment manufacturers requiring interoperable precision technologies.
In March 2025, Trimble and PTx Trimble launched IonoGuard technology, enhancing RTK GNSS positioning performance during solar storm events by reducing signal loss and maintaining accuracy during Solar Cycle 25 disturbances.
3. Raven Industries
Raven Industries manufactures precision agriculture equipment including application control systems, field computers, steering guidance, and hydraulic control products. The company's solutions focus on input optimization through variable rate technology, section control, and automated application management for fertilizer, chemical, and seed placement.
Raven targets row crop producers, custom applicators, and equipment dealers requiring retrofit precision capabilities for existing machinery fleets. The company is based in South Dakota with distribution through agricultural equipment dealers and precision agriculture retailers across North America.
4. Topcon Positioning Systems
Topcon Positioning Systems develops positioning technology, guidance systems, and machine control solutions for agricultural and construction applications. The company's agricultural division provides GPS receivers, auto-steering systems, laser land leveling equipment, and precision application tools enabling accurate field operations.
Topcon emphasizes mixed-fleet compatibility and integration with third-party farm management software. The company operates from California with global manufacturing and service networks supporting agriculture, construction, and surveying markets worldwide.
In February 2025, Topcon collaborated with Bonsai Robotics to integrate vision-based autonomous driving technology with Topcon's sensors and auto steering systems for permanent crop automation (source: www.topconpositioning.com).
5. Autonomous Solutions, Inc.
Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI) specializes in vehicle automation systems for agricultural and industrial applications. The company develops autonomous navigation, remote operation, and fleet management technologies for tractors, sprayers, and specialty equipment operating in orchards, vineyards, and row crop environments.
ASI serves equipment manufacturers and large-scale farming operations requiring driverless functionality for repetitive field tasks. The company is headquartered in Utah with engineering and support operations serving agriculture, mining, and government sectors.
6. DeLaval Inc.
DeLaval Inc. operates in the smart agriculture market through dairy farm automation and precision livestock monitoring systems. The company manufactures robotic milking systems, automated feeding equipment, herd management software, and cow health monitoring devices.
DeLaval's systems integrate sensors and data analytics to optimize milk production, animal welfare, and farm efficiency. The company targets commercial dairy operations and livestock producers worldwide. DeLaval is headquartered in Sweden with manufacturing facilities and service networks across Europe, North America, and Asia serving the global dairy industry.
In September 2025, DeLaval expanded its Hamra Farm facility in Sweden to support research and development in smart dairy farming technologies. The upgraded site will allow DeLaval to test and refine automated milking systems, data-driven herd management tools and other connected solutions that support digital and precision-agriculture practices (source: corporate.delaval.com).
7. Farmers Edge Inc.
Farmers Edge Inc. provides digital agriculture solutions including precision agronomy services, satellite imagery analysis, variable rate prescriptions, and agronomic consulting. The company operates a data-driven platform integrating weather information, soil data, equipment telemetry, and crop modeling to generate field-specific recommendations.
Farmers Edge serves crop producers, agronomists, and agricultural retailers requiring decision support tools for input management and yield optimization. The company is based in Canada with operations spanning North America, Brazil, Australia, and Eastern Europe.
In August 2025, Farmers Edge launched Corvian, a new enterprise technology brand focused on large-scale digital agriculture solutions. The Corvian platform unifies data science, agronomic modelling and machine-learning tools to help growers optimize crop production and operational decisions across vast farming operations.
8. BouMatic
BouMatic manufactures automated milking systems and dairy farm equipment emphasizing robotic milking technology, milk quality monitoring, and herd management integration. The company's robotic platforms enable voluntary cow traffic, automated cleaning cycles, and real-time health alerts through integrated sensors.
BouMatic targets dairy producers transitioning from conventional milking parlors to robotic systems for labor efficiency and milk production optimization. The company operates from the Netherlands with distribution through agricultural equipment dealers serving European and North American dairy markets.
In October 2025, BouMatic introduced Apollo Farm Management, a digital farm-control platform designed to monitor and optimize dairy farm operations. The platform consolidates data from milking systems, herd performance and environmental sensors into a single interface to help producers make informed decisions and improve overall efficiency.
9. AgJunction, Inc.
AgJunction, Inc. develops guidance and auto steering systems for agricultural equipment including tractors, sprayers, and harvesting machinery. The company's products feature GNSS receivers, inertial measurement units, steering controllers, and application management software.
AgJunction emphasizes OEM integration and aftermarket retrofits for precision agriculture adoption across equipment types and manufacturers. The company is headquartered in Kansas with global customers including equipment manufacturers and precision agriculture dealers.
10. AGCO Corporation
AGCO Corporation is a prominent manufacturer in the smart agriculture market, producing tractors, combines, sprayers, and harvesting equipment under brands including Massey Ferguson, Fendt, and Valtra.
The company integrates precision agriculture technologies through its Fuse platform, Precision Planting systems, and PTx Trimble joint venture. AGCO emphasizes factory-installed guidance, variable rate application, telematics, and mixed-fleet interoperability. The company is headquartered in Georgia with manufacturing operations across North America, Europe, and South America serving global agricultural markets.
In April 2024, AGCO closed its joint venture with Trimble forming PTx Trimble, acquiring 85% stake in the combined precision agriculture business to serve mixed-fleet smart farming markets (source: investors.agcocorp.com).
Conclusion
The smart agriculture market maintains robust growth through increasing food demand, labor scarcity, climate adaptation requirements, and government support for agricultural technology adoption. Leading companies including Deere, Trimble, and AGCO emphasize autonomous equipment development, AI-powered crop monitoring, and integrated data platforms addressing precision farming requirements across varied farm sizes and geographic regions.
As solar disturbances, supply chain challenges, and accessibility barriers persist, manufacturers continue developing resilient positioning technologies, affordable retrofit solutions, and educational programs enabling broader precision agriculture adoption among small and mid-sized farming operations globally.
