Robot & Machinery manufacturers
United states
Chris Dillard is a Product Manager at Solinftec, where he specializes in agriculture technology solutions that bridge precision ag software with autonomous robotics. In his fifth year at Solinftec, Chris has worked across product management, business development, and commercial operations, focusing on the company’s Retail Solution platform and the marketing and education of SOLIX, Solinftec’s solar-powered autonomous spray robot for row crops.
Chris actively works to advance precision application technology through initiatives like target spray standards, autonomous machine safety, and navigating regulatory pathways for robotic agricultural equipment. His work includes collaborating with industry experts, chemical manufacturers, government and regulatory officials, and academic institutions to develop standards and best practices for autonomous agricultural systems that continue to shape the future of farming.
Wed 22
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Waite Hall - Stage 1
Panel Discussions
Speakers
Micheal Bailey Director, Production system, High Value & Small Acre Crops John Deere
Christopher Dillard Product Manager Solinftec
Ben Alfi Co- Founder & CEO Bluewhite
Nick Tindall Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
Austin Gellings Senior Director of Agriculture Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)