The robotic farm of the future isn't what you'd expect

When we think about automation, we often imagine robots just doing the work of humans. Our mental image is of an android in overalls, clocking in with a lunchbox full of oil and bolts, and grabbing a hammer. But that's not what happens. The reality is much messier, and the process of automation is one of compromise and incremental progress. Agritech startup Iron Ox is the perfect example of this.