Farm Science Review 2025 puts the latest agricultural technology in action

LONDON, Ohio — Tractors that drive themselves, sprayers that use artificial intelligence to make decisions in real time and experts ready to answer farmers’ most pressing questions — it’s all taking center stage at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center this September.

Drawing more than 100,000 visitors and 600 exhibitors each year, Farm Science Review is one of the nation’s largest agricultural events and a vital hub for Ohio’s producers.

This year’s three-day event will immerse attendees in innovations such as autonomous tractors and AI-powered sprayers, all while honoring the traditions that have long shaped the industry.

The 63rd Farm Science Review, hosted by The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), will be held Sept. 16-18 in London, Ohio. The show offers access to more than 4,000 product lines and over 180 educational sessions led by CFAES researchers and Ohio State University Extension experts. OSU Extension is CFAES’ outreach arm.

This year’s theme, “Transforming Tradition,” is an invitation for visitors to explore new ideas while building on the roots of their agricultural heritage, said Nick Zachrich, Farm Science Review manager.

“Transforming Tradition is a mindset for visitors to consider while visiting Farm Science Review this year,” Zachrich said. “Tradition is very important to a lot of people in the agricultural industry. We want visitors to embrace those traditions but transform them into something better and stronger than ever before.”

That transformation will be on full display in the show’s 400 acres of field demonstrations. This year’s lineup includes a fully autonomous tractor operating in the tillage demo each day, along with harvest automation technology running live in the field.

“This will be an opportunity for attendees to see these technologies up close,” said Nate Douridas, farm manager of Molly Caren Agricultural Center. “With harvest automation, visitors will be able to see what’s happening inside the cab of the combine from the edge of the field, giving them the same real-time perspective the operator has.”

AI-powered sprayers will also be in the spotlight.

Douridas said the Molly Caren Ag Center has seen a 60%-70% reduction in herbicide use with AI-powered sprayers on corn and soybean fields, while maintaining the same weed control as traditional broadcast methods.

“That translates to improved efficiency, profitability and sustainability,” he said.

While new machinery and technology capture much of the attention, Zachrich noted that educational sessions are a major reason visitors return yearly. Covering topics from farm succession planning to weather resilience, the sessions provide quick, research-based insights that farmers can put to use right away.

“Having such a wide range of topics means there’s something for everyone,” he said. “Visitors can also learn about opportunities on-site to explore topics more deeply through other CFAES and OSU Extension programs.”

The event also serves as a gateway for students and young professionals to explore agricultural careers and to network with industry leaders.

“Many exhibitors tell us this show is not only great for business connections but also for connecting with the next generation of agricultural talent,” Zachrich said.

The 2025 show runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 16-17, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 18. Advance tickets are $10 online, at participating OSU Extension offices and at select agribusinesses, or $15 at the gate. Children ages 5 and under are admitted free.

For tickets and more information, visit fsr.osu.edu.