Students of TU Dresden; field trip to Eastern Bavaria visiting ROPA and HORSCH; industry contacts established with Bavarian firms
Students of TU Dresden; field trip to Eastern Bavaria visiting ROPA and HORSCH; industry contacts established with Bavarian firms Student Field Trip of the Chair of Agricultural Systems and Technology 2026 — TU Dresden — TU Dresden Student Field Trip of the Chair of Agricultural Systems and Technology 2026 Once again this year, students had the opportunity to experience modern agricultural technology up close during a field trip organized by the Chair of Agricultural Systems Technology. The destination of the two-day trip, which took place on May 20 and 21, was the region of Eastern Bavaria—home to two well-known agricultural technology companies. Early in the morning, the group set off by coach from Dresden to Bavaria. On the first day, the participants visited the ROPA Fahrzeug- und Maschinenbau GmbH plant in Herrngiersdorf. After a group lunch in the cafeteria and a company presentation, the program included a guided tour of the production facilities. In a subsequent discussion about practical engineering challenges and solutions, the students exchanged ideas with industry experts. In the evening, the students had the opportunity to explore Regensburg, the city on the Danube, on their own. The second day began at HORSCH in Schwandorf. After a welcome, the participants gained fascinating insights into the development and manufacturing of modern agricultural machinery through presentations from various company departments. A factory tour vividly illustrated the challenges and prospects involved in manufacturing the machines. In the afternoon, the group finally began their return journey to Dresden. ...