Merritt is a freelance writer from Clarksville, MO. She grew up in Mexico, MO, surrounded by row crops and cattle, but raised sheep, rabbits and cats. Her passion for 4-H and FFA guided Merritt to a career in writing and a degree in agricultural journalism from the University of Missouri.
There are many potential efficiency gains that reliable robotic technology could bring to agriculture, and innovative manufacturers are making progress. But much work remains before they're ready for prime time.