Tech + Ag in Action: Riveridge’s AI-Enabled Apple Packing Tool

Join us for an exploratory, behind-the-scenes tour of Riveridge Packing’s AI-enabled apple packing facility, where agriculture and advanced technology intersect in powerful ways. During this 90-minute experience, attendees will see real-time demonstrations of automation, AI-powered vision systems, data tracking tools, and efficiency-driven workflows that shape modern apple production. Jamie Kober will lead the tour and share insights into how these innovations are transforming Riveridge’s operations—improving accuracy, streamlining processes, and shifting employee roles toward higher-value tasks. The experience will conclude with a brief talk and Q&A, offering attendees the chance to engage directly with Jamie about the technology’s impact and future potential. This event highlights agriculture as a vital part of West Michigan’s growing tech ecosystem and demonstrates how the industry is ripe for continued innovation. It’s ideal for curious learners and anyone interested in the evolving relationship between tech, AI, and the region’s agricultural sector.