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PlantTape introduces new automatic transplanter

06/02/2025

François-Xavier Branthôme
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PlantTape, a leader in agricultural technology, is proud to announce the commercial launch of its latest innovation: an automated tomato transplanter, a cutting-edge solution set to transform the way tomatoes are transplanted, delivering increased efficiency and precision to growers around the world.

 In early January 2025, specialized press reported that PlantTape had commercially launched its latest innovation: an automated tomato transplanter. This cutting-edge solution is set to transform the way tomatoes are transplanted, delivering increased efficiency and precision to growers around the world.

Designed with input from numerous tomato growers and industry experts, the automated tomato transplanter addresses the specific needs and challenges faced by modern farmers. This innovative module can plant plants up to 30 cm (12 inches) tall, ensuring rapid and uniform planting in the field.
According to the manufacturer, “PlantTape enables rapid transplanting: a crew of 3 (including the tractor operator) can transplant 5 to 7 acres (2 to 2.8 hectares) of tomato plants per hour. Compared to other transplanting systems that require a crew of 15, PlantTape reduces transplanting labor requirements by 80% while increasing transplanting productivity and crop yield.”
With the ability to bury plants 8 inches (20 cm) deep and inject over 400 gallons (3.74 m3/hectare) of water per acre, this technology optimizes growing conditions for maximum crop health and productivity.

"Our team is thrilled to introduce the Automated Tomato Transplanter, the culmination of years of research, development, and collaboration with the tomato industry," said Danielle Michaels, director of North America sales at PlantTape. "We recognized the need for a solution that expedites the planting process while saving planting labor, and we're proud to deliver a product that achieves both."

In early January, the automated tomato transplanter was available for commercial planting trials for the 2025 tomato season.

Some complementary data
 About PlantTape
PlantTape is an automated transplanting system ideal for agricultural producers looking to increase efficiency and productivity. The system is more efficient than conventional transplanting and offers a fully integrated system from tape planting, through germination and nursery care, to transplanting in the field. PlantTape is used commercially to transplant vegetables, tomatoes, hemp and other crops.
For further details about PlantTape, click here.

Sources: planttape.com, theproducenews.com, perishablenews.com