Robot that fills its own spray tank wins Henty Machine of the Year

Key points

• SwarmFarm Robotics' AutoFill, a standalone refilling unit for autonomous spray bots, has won the 2026 Henty Machine of the Year award. The system allows robots to mix, measure, and load chemicals without human help, improving safety and efficiency.
• SwarmFarm has already deployed 14 AutoFill units to commercial farms, with 30 more set for delivery.
• The company, founded by grain growers near Emerald in Central Queensland, builds lightweight autonomous robots for tasks such as spraying, weeding, and mowing.