Aapresid 2026: The Future of Agriculture on Display in Rosario
The Aapresid 2026 Congress, held August 4–6 at the Salón Metropolitano in Rosario (with the support of Expoagro), became a showcase for the technologies set to transform farming in Argentina and worldwide. This annual event brings together producers, agronomists, and tech innovators to explore sustainable and efficient practices.
Valtra Q5: Maximum Power, Minimum Consumption
One of the stars of the event was the Valtra Q5 tractor. According to Gonzalo Oliva, Valtra's representative, this machine features a 6-cylinder, 7.4-liter engine and the innovative EcoPower system. This concept allows the engine to deliver maximum torque and power while operating at low revolutions, between 1,000 and 1,600 rpm.
This translates into an impressive fuel savings of 20% to 30% compared to other tractors in its class.
Additionally, its continuously variable transmission (CVT) enables smooth speed changes from 0.2 to 42 km/h without shifting gears, ensuring fluid and efficient operation.
Artificial Intelligence and Precision Agriculture
In a shared 100-square-meter booth (lots E10 and E20), Valtra and PTx presented solutions that integrate machinery, connectivity, and data management. The Q Series tractor natively includes the Talking Tractor intelligent assistant, which allows operators to interact with the machine via voice commands to access settings and operations.
Also on display were technologies such as the GFX monitor, NAV receivers, the PTx FarmEngage digital platform, and precision spraying systems like SymphonyNozzle and SymphonyVision—the latter using cameras and AI to detect weeds and perform selective applications.
Human Judgment: An Irreplaceable Piece
Despite the incredible technological advances, specialists like José Luis Zorzin and Juan Marsigliani from Aapresid agreed on a fundamental concept: before adding tools, you must first be a good agronomist.
They highlighted that misuse of technology—such as lack of crop rotation or improper management—can quintuple weed control costs over the last two decades. Artificial intelligence is a scalable learning system that enhances professional judgment, but human sensitivity remains the key to success in the field.
As part of the technical agenda, engineer Lisandro Vada (PTx) gave the talk AgronomIA in the Sprayer on August 6 at 2:30 PM in Room D, demonstrating how AI improves the speed and quality of decisions in a sustainable way.
Sources: Agrofy, Expoagro, Agroempresario