The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and Resource magazine have unveiled the winners of the prestigious 2025 AE50 Awards, recognizing groundbreaking technological innovations across various sectors of agriculture, food, and biological systems. This year’s awards reflect the expansive nature of agricultural and biological engineering, showcasing advancements that span from laboratory innovations to enhancements in livestock facilities, seed technology, and crop-water management. The recognition also extends to off-road equipment, highlighting significant contributions in vehicles, components, and towed equipment.
Leading the pack with six awards each, Case IH and Deere & Company demonstrate their dominance in the industry, showcasing their commitment to innovation. Other companies that garnered multiple honors include AGCO, Claas, MacDon, and Salford Group, underscoring a competitive landscape where technology is crucial for advancement. Noteworthy winners such as PTx Trimble, Precision Planting, and TeeJet Technologies further illustrate the diverse range of solutions being recognized this year.
ASABE Executive Director Darrin Drollinger emphasized the significance of this year’s winners, noting the variety of products, from complete machinery to sophisticated software and unique technological solutions that are set to propel agriculture into the future. Among the highlighted innovations, the Case IH AF series of combines stands out for its comprehensive enhancements, while Indigo Ag’s biotrinsic CLIPS device offers a novel hands-free approach for uniformly coating seeds with biological agents.
The complete list of winners, along with video introductions, can be accessed on the ASABE website, and the awards will be formally presented at the upcoming 2025 Agricultural Equipment Technology Conference in Louisville, scheduled for February 9–12. The winners will also be featured in the January/February issue of Resource magazine, set to be released soon.
The AE50 Awards, established in 1984, are determined by a panel of technology experts who evaluate nominations based on innovation, engineering advancement, and market impact. The 2025 winners will be further assessed for the prestigious Davidson Prize, which honors the top three products and will be announced at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver from March 1–4. This tradition not only highlights the ongoing evolution within the agricultural sector but also serves as a testament to the essential role of engineering in enhancing productivity and sustainability in food production.
