The winning project in the AgroBOT category at RomeCup 2025
Seedbot is the name of the autonomous robot designed by students at the Antonio Giordano high school in Venafro (Isernia), winner of the AgroBOT category at the RomeCup 2025. In collaboration with the Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, the team has developed an innovative and sustainable agricultural system capable of autonomous sowing and powered by solar energy.
Precision sowing, clean energy
Seedbot is a tracked robot programmed with Arduino that performs all stages of sowing independently: it pierces the soil, releases the seed and covers it. Everything takes place along a straight path, with a cyclical logic controlled by software developed in C/C++.
The system is powered by a dual module: a rechargeable battery and photovoltaic panels, for energy autonomy that reduces environmental impact. Seedbot works effectively on dry or slightly damp soil and represents a concrete solution for small-scale precision farming.
Transformative teaching, new challenges
This was the first time that IIS Giordano had participated in the RomeCup, and its success had a strong educational impact. The students, who did not come from a specifically robotics-oriented background, faced new challenges and demonstrated extraordinary adaptability and design creativity.
"We conceived, designed and built a robot that sows seeds, makes holes and covers the soil. All the robots were made from recycled materials, powered by photovoltaics and designed with a green perspective,‘ explains Michele Fiore, IT teacher. ’Our robot is called Seedbot because it is dedicated to seeds. We are proud of our work: it is an innovative robot that respects the environment and was born out of our passion," says Domenico Nardolillo, student.
A replicable and evolving project
Seedbot is not just a working prototype, but a replicable and adaptable model. The team has already envisaged developments with GPS modules, remote control and environmental sensors. Future applications include urban gardens, permaculture and vertical farming.
The protagonists of the project
School: Antonio Giordano di Venafro (Isernia)
Headteacher: Marcellino D'Ambrosa
Teachers: Michele Fiore, Andrea Girardi
PCTO tutor: Romana Eugenia Lucarelli
Technical assistants: Giovanni Cuculo, Andrea Di Giacomo
Students: Domenico Nardolillo, Francesco Bagari, Alberto Pontone, Lorenzo Mancini, Nicandro Valerio, Francesco Pesino, Marianna Celino, Benedetta Cecchino, Alessia Rossi, Michele D'Agostino, Francesco Bucci, Alicja Iuliani, Gabriele Maria Martino, Guerino Flavio Di Bona, Giulia Cambio
Partner university: Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome
Researchers: Clemente Lauretti, Marzia Piemontese
