“With hopes of reinventing the way food is grown, Rory Aronson has developed humanity’s first open-source CNC farming machine. The FarmBot Genesis — which will begin taking pre-orders in July — is capable of planting seeds and then watering them precisely.”

— https://blog.arduino.cc/2016/06/07/farmbot-is-an-open-source-cnc-farming-machine/

Arduino.cc have a nice write up of what looks to be a nice open source project; FarmBot Genesis

The FarmBot Genesis represents an exciting development in agricultural automation, combining open-source hardware with precision farming techniques. This CNC-style farming machine can autonomously plant seeds, water crops, and tend to gardens with minimal human intervention.

Key features of the FarmBot Genesis include:

  • Open Source Design: Complete hardware and software designs are freely available
  • Precision Agriculture: Computer-controlled planting and watering systems
  • Modular Construction: Expandable and customizable for different garden sizes
  • Web Interface: Monitor and control your FarmBot remotely
  • Arduino-based: Built on familiar open-source hardware platforms

This project exemplifies the potential of combining traditional agriculture with modern IoT and automation technologies.