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NFTN 3rd Conference 2025

Welcome to the 3rd Nordic Field Trials Network (NFTN) Conference, taking place in Finland from March 3rd to March 5th, 2025. This year, we are thrilled to offer a 3-day event packed with practical insights, engaging discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities for professionals involved in field trials, research, and agriculture across the Nordic region.

The conference will be hosted by LUKE – Natural Resources Institute Finland, providing the perfect setting to explore the latest innovations in technology and automation for fieldwork. With Finland as this year’s focal point, participants will gain unique insights into local approaches to field trials, complemented by contributions from other Nordic countries.

NFTN 3rd Conference 2025: Innovation in Technology and Automation in Field Work

 

Program Overview

The conference program is designed to address the full process of field trials – from planning and execution to data collection, analysis, and application in agriculture. Highlights include:

  • Day 1 (March 3rd):

    • Pick up in Helsinki Airport at 12:00
    • A field visit to NSL Field Trials with practical demonstrations and discussions.
    • Networking dinner to foster connections and exchange ideas.

  • Day 2 (March 4th):

    • Engaging expert presentations on topics such as precision agriculture, drones, and smart farming platforms.
    • Interactive workshops and discussions.
    • A tour of LUKE’s laboratory and field facilities.

  • Day 3 (March 5th):

    • Working group sessions to collaborate on current challenges.
    • Final presentations and discussions.
    • Program concludes after lunch, allowing for same-day travel home.
    • Drop off in Helsinki Airport. Arrival at 16:00

The detailed program will be updated regularly as we secure more speakers. There is still an opportunity for participants to apply as speakers and share their expertise with the network.

Topics and Speakers

This year’s program will feature presentations from experts across the Nordic region:

Introduction to Field Trials in Finland
Speaker: Kalle Ohralahti, LUKE, Finland

Spraying and spreading with drones
Speaker: Jere Kaivosoja, LUKE, Finland

Drones for phenotyping field trials
Speaker: Panu Korhonen, LUKE, Finland

Crop Height Measurements with Drone Imagery in Field Trials
Speaker: Igor Tihonov, SOLVI, Sweden.

Crop Simulation Models Used in Field Trials

Speaker: Svend Vendelbo Nielsen, DTI, Denmark

Intelligent machinery research
Speaker: Ari Ronkainen, LUKE, Finland

Boreal plant breeding and variety trials
Speaker: Merja Veteläinen and Juha-Pekka Mikkola, Boreal Plant Breeding, Finland

Plot seeding and spraying with autonomisly vehicle II
Speaker: Morten Nygaard, TS Agro, Denmark

FarmDroid field robot
Speaker: Sami Talola, SjT, (beet research), Finland

Working Group: Drones in Field Trials
Moderated by: Thomas Nitschke, DTI, Denmark

Working Group: NFTS
Moderated by: Maxie Skalshøi, SEGES Innovation and Julie J. Grouleff, Teknologisk Institut, Denmark

Working Group: Cross border projects - bring your ideas to the table 
Modetated by: Nicolai Fog Hansen, DTI, Denmark

We aim for a minimum of 10 presentations, with at the moment include contributions from Finland, Sweden, and Denmark. The program will balance short presentations with ample time for discussions and workshops.

Hybrid Participation

We highly encourage in-person attendance to maximize the value of networking and informal discussions during breaks, the evening events, and shared transport. However, online participation is available for those unable to join physically. Please note:

  • Online access is limited to presentations (not workshops).
  • Online participants must register and notify Nicolai via email (nfh@dti.dk) to receive the streaming link.

Practical Information

Venue: LUKE - Natural Resources Institute Finland, Jokioinen, Finland
Dates: March 3rd–5th, 2025

Conference Fee:

  • Physical Attendance: 500 DKK (excl. VAT)
  • Online Participation: 500 DKK (excl. VAT)

Accommodation:
Participants can book rooms at the Fabrik Hotel at the special conference rate:

  • Single room: 100 €/night (breakfast included, payment upon arrival)
  • Double room: 120 €/night (breakfast included, payment upon arrival)

To book your room:

  1. Contact the hotel directly via email at forssa@hotelfabrik.fi.
  2. Use the booking code Luke2025 to secure the conference rate.
  3. Please book your room before 10th February 2025, as prices may change after this date.

A quota for 35 rooms has been reserved, which can be expanded if needed. For more information about the hotel, visit their website: www.hotelfabrik.fi.

Transport:

  • Bus transport between the airport, the conference locations, and the hotel is included.

Included in the Fee:

  • Coffee and cake during the conference
  • Lunch and dinner for two evenings

Registration:
To register use our registration page.

Key Dates

  • Registration deadline: February 28th, 2025
  • Apply to be a speaker: Contact us as soon as posible. No later than February 15th, 2025

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us: