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John Deere’s response to labor crisis? Robot lawn mower
Landscaping business owners struggle to retain a qualified workforce, but what will the future be like for workers if everything becomes autonomous? go through Brad Anderson January 8, 2025 19:42 This robotic lawn mower comes with a 21.4 kWh battery pack that can run for up to 10 hours. John Deere also demonstrated an autonomous articulated dump truck at CES. The company's self-driving vehicles include a suite of sensors and Nvidia GPUs. The automotive industry is in the midst of a revolution, with electric powertrains and autonomous driving systems now more common than ever. As automakers work to perfect self-driving cars and electric SUVs, industries such as agriculture and landscaping are quietly deploying cutting-edge technologies of their own. At CES 2025, John Deere unveiled a series of autonomous and electric machines that not only lighten workloads but also redefine how certain jobs are done. Meet John Deere’s Robot Lawnmower: The Quiet Giant One of the most interesting new products coming…
National Outdoor Activities Association (NOEA) Budget Response
27th November 2019 Bath NOEA Awards Ceremony was held on 27th November 2019 at the Bath Pump Room and Roman BathsThis will never be the budget to support our industry, but the reality is that events and events businesses are once again being neglected and there is little to be optimistic about. It does raise the question of how much the government wants this £65m property.For us in the events industry, this budget is all about jobs and talent, something we at NOEA have prioritized over the past few years. With this in mind, we support raising the living wage and minimum wage as it supports our agenda of providing better, more stable careers for event professionals.However, while the support for employees is evident, unfortunately there is no relief for the businesses that employ them. The increase in National Insurance represents a range of other taxes (pensions etc.) that make employment more expensive. This, along with changes to employment rights,…
Supply chains braced, Allen mobilizes in response to Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton threatens Florida's west coast, the American Logistics Assistance Network (ALAN) is launching relief efforts, just weeks after Hurricane Helen struck. ALAN Executive Director Kathy Fulton emphasized the urgency of the 13th storm of the season, which could severely impact areas still recovering from Hurricanes Helen and Debbie. Also Read: Preparing for Hurricane Helen: 5 Top Tips for Your Organization from Ellen Allen has updated its disaster microsite to provide important information on the expected path of Hurricane Milton, transportation exemptions and business resources. The organization called on its logistics network to assist with preparedness and response efforts, while reminding businesses in the storm's path to prioritize the safety of their employees. Allen continues to urge supply chain professionals to visit its website for the latest information and to consider contributing to Hurricane Milton and ongoing Hurricane Helen relief efforts. Financial donations can also be made to support their work and help ensure timely assistance is provided to…