Doosan Robotics announced on Oct 20, 2025, that it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Daedong to develop robotics for agriculture. The partnership will focus on field robots designed for smart farms and outdoor agricultural use. The companies will also build on-device AI systems that let machines process data and make decisions without cloud connections. The collaboration could help expand their presence in the global market for field robots.
To commercialize Mobile Manipulator (MoMa) for agricultural use, Doosan Robotics will design and manufacture robotic arms, control systems, and motion functions. Daedong will design and manufacture the autonomous mobility platforms. This work will use data from diverse agricultural fields. Daedong will also conduct field tests. Additionally, the company will secure safety certifications for agricultural environments. It will also support compliance with overseas regulations.
The two companies plan to jointly develop on-device AI technology capable of recognizing and performing agricultural tasks in unstructured environments. They also intend to pursue government-supported projects for developing AI System-on-Chip (SoC) technology. On-device AI performs processing on the device instead of relying on cloud servers. This allows real-time operation, faster response, and data privacy. Doosan Robotics will standardize SoC performance, functionality, and interfaces for robotic applications while developing AI algorithms and firmware.
Kevin Kim, CEO of Doosan Robotics, said, “Through this MOU, we will develop robotic solutions that can be applied to agricultural sites, which often face harsh working conditions and labor shortages. By combining Daedong’s extensive experience in manufacturing high-quality field equipment with Doosan Robotics’ advanced robotics technology, we aim to expedite the commercialization of MoMa and expand into the global agricultural market.”
Source: Doosan Robotics
About Doosan Robotics
Doosan Robotics, founded in 2015 and based in Suwon, South Korea, develops collaborative robots and service robots for manufacturing, logistics, healthcare and food and beverage industries. It holds about 70% of the market for cobots with payloads above 20 kilograms. The company operates internationally with offices in Plano, Texas, and European sites in Düsseldorf and the Netherlands. In 2024, Doosan Robotics reported revenue of about $35M. Its portfolio includes the M, A, H, E and P cobot series, designed for industrial automation, palletizing and food and beverage applications, along with service robots developed for medical, camera and café settings.
About Daedong
Daedong Corp., known under its Kioti brand in North America, is a South Korean agricultural machinery manufacturer founded in 1947 and based in Daegu, South Korea. The company serves the global agriculture industry by producing tractors, combine harvesters, rice transplanters, utility vehicles and engines, operating in more than 70 countries. Daedong has been a driving force in Korea’s agricultural technology, responsible for nation’s first engine (1949), tractor (1968), combine harvester (1971) and the industry’s first combine harvester with yield monitoring, released in 2025. The company reported about $600M in sales for the first half of 2025. Expanding beyond traditional equipment, Daedong is investing in smart farming, robotics, autonomous driving and AI technologies, advancing its position as a global leader in agricultural innovation.