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CropX Acquires Acclym (formerly Agritask) to Power Enterprise-Scale Sustainable Food Systems
CropX Technologies, a leader in digital agronomic solutions, has acquired Acclym, formerly known as Agritask, marking its seventh strategic acquisition. Acclym is an enterprise-grade agricultural intelligence company that aids top food and beverage brands in achieving sustainability goals. This acquisition enhances CropXs capabilities in providing scalable, verifiable ag-tech solutions to manage complex agricultural supply chains. Acclyms technology will be integrated into CropXs agronomic farm management system, expanding its offerings to enterprise-level customers. Acclym has raised $42 million in venture funding and its solutions are deployed across millions of hectares worldwide. This acquisition positions CropX as a key player in building a resilient, sustainable food system.
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קרופ-אקס הכריזה על תחנה מטאורולגית לחקלאי - Techtime - חדשות אלקטרוניקה והייטק
CropX has announced the release of a new meteorological station, Strato 1, designed for farmers to aid in local decision-making. This station collects various environmental data and transmits it to a cloud-based analytics system, providing farmers with insights and recommendations. The precision agriculture market is growing at an annual rate of 13.1% and is expected to reach $26 billion by 2031. CropX is considered one of the leading companies in this sector, alongside AgJunction and Ag Leader Technology. The growth in this market is driven by the maturation of technologies such as smartphones, IoT solutions, and cloud infrastructure, as well as government support for precision agriculture.
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/PRNewswire/ -- CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital agronomy solutions, proudly announces the worldwide launch of Strato 1, a professional in-field...
/PRNewswire/ -- CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital agricultural solutions, announced the appointment of Daniele Maggiolini as an independent...
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/PRNewswire/ -- CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital agricultural solutions, announced the appointment of Spencer Swayze to its Board of Directors....
CropX Technologies, a leader in digital agricultural solutions, has appointed Spencer Swayze to its Board of Directors. Swayze brings extensive experience in investment management and strategic planning within the agribusiness sector. Previously, he served as Managing Director at Paine Schwartz Partners, focusing on sustainable food sector investments. CropX recently completed a $30 million Series C funding round and has acquired five ag tech companies since 2020. The company is known for its agronomic farm management system, which is deployed in over 70 countries. This appointment is seen as a strategic move to enhance CropXs growth and innovation in sustainable agriculture.
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/PRNewswire/ -- CropX, the leading global platform for precision agronomy, announced today a new powerful digital connection with CLAAS, a global manufacturer...
CropX, a leading global platform for precision agronomy, has announced a new integration with CLAAS, a global manufacturer of agricultural machinery. This partnership allows users of CLAAS equipment to integrate their machine data into the CropX platform for enhanced visualization, analysis, and creation of variable rate application tasks. The integration aims to improve farm productivity and efficiency by offering advanced soil and crop intelligence. CropXs system combines satellite and field data with AI-assisted machine learning to provide insights into soil conditions and recommendations for irrigation and crop protection. This collaboration enhances interoperability between systems, enabling customers to make informed decisions and boost productivity. CropX is recognized for setting new standards in environmental sustainability and farm productivity.
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/PRNewswire/ -- CropX, a global leader in digital agricultural solutions, today announced the launch of an enhanced variable rate application (VRA) planning...
CropX, a global leader in digital agricultural solutions, has announced the launch of an enhanced variable rate application (VRA) planning capability. This new feature allows growers to optimize seeding, irrigation, and fertilizer based on in-field variations, improving productivity and efficiency. The VRA is integrated with CropXs existing variable rate irrigation (VRI) technology, enabling users to create detailed application maps and implement them seamlessly. This integration supports sustainable farming practices by reducing the over-application of resources and improving crop yields. CropXs commitment to innovation is evident in these advancements, which address modern farming challenges such as variable soil conditions and climate change. The company continues to provide tools that help farmers make data-driven decisions, enhancing farm productivity and sustainability.
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/PRNewswire/ -- CropX, a leader in digital agronomic solutions, announces the acquisition of EnGeniousAg, a startup focused on advanced nitrogen sensing...
CropX, a leader in digital agronomic solutions, has acquired EnGeniousAg, a startup specializing in advanced nitrogen sensing technology for agriculture. This acquisition marks CropXs sixth and aims to enhance its agronomic farm management system by integrating EnGeniousAgs innovative technology. The technology offers near-instantaneous, in-field nitrogen measurements, which can optimize nitrogen fertilizer application, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impacts. This acquisition aligns with CropXs mission to provide comprehensive agronomic solutions and underscores its commitment to sustainability and farm profitability. EnGeniousAgs technology is expected to offer significant cost savings and operational efficiencies for farmers using the CropX platform. The acquisition further solidifies CropXs position as a leader in agricultural innovation.
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CropX Acquires EnGeniousAg for Breakthrough Nitrogen Sensing Technology
CropX, a leader in digital agronomic solutions, has acquired EnGeniousAg, a startup specializing in advanced nitrogen sensing technology for agriculture. This acquisition marks CropXs sixth and aims to enhance its agronomic farm management system by integrating EnGeniousAgs patented technology. The technology offers near-instantaneous, in-field nitrogen measurements, which can optimize nitrogen fertilizer application, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impacts. This acquisition underscores CropXs commitment to providing comprehensive agronomic solutions and solidifies its position as a leader in agricultural innovation. The acquisition is expected to bring significant cost savings and operational efficiencies to farmers and agribusinesses.
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CropX and WiseConn Announce Digital Integration
CropX Technologies, a digital farm management provider, has announced an API integration with WiseConn, a global leader in precision drip irrigation solutions. This integration will improve data gathering and analytics for farmers worldwide. WiseConn users will be able to incorporate the CropX system into their precision irrigation network. The integration will allow farmers to move away from static schedules and instead personalize irrigation based on real-time conditions, optimizing water usage for each crop and field. The collaboration is expected to result in reduced water usage, increased crop yields, and enhanced resource management.
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Syngenta Partners with CropX as a Key Sustainability Solution | OurCrowd
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CropX and Reinke introduce groundbreaking water management tool for precision irrigation
CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital agriculture solutions, has partnered with Reinke Irrigation to launch a new product that refines water management for farmers through field-specific Evapotranspiration (ET) measurements of crop water use. The product, Reinke Direct ET™ by CropX, provides affordable Actual Evapotranspiration (ETa) measurements with a sensor mounted on a Reinke center pivot irrigation system. The innovation aims to promote water-efficient practices and support sustainable farming. The underlying ET measurement technology was developed by Tule Technologies, which was acquired by CropX in January 2023.
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CropX Acquires Green Brain to Expand in Australia
CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital agtech solutions, has acquired Green Brain, a digital irrigation management solutions provider based in Adelaide, Australia. This acquisition expands CropXs reach in Australia and strengthens its position as a global leader in digital precision agriculture. Green Brain has a strong presence in Australia and a loyal customer base. The acquisition will allow Green Brains customers to have access to the CropX agronomic farm management system. This acquisition accelerates CropXs growth in the Australian precision ag market.
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CropX closes $30 million Series C for digital farm management system | CTech
CropX Technologies has completed a Series C financing round, raising $30 million in funding. The round was led by Aliaxis SA and included several other investors. This brings CropXs total funding to $60 million. The company plans to use the funding to develop its agronomic farm management system and acquire companies with complementary technologies. CropXs system offers advanced soil and crop intelligence, irrigation planning, and optimization of energy and fertilizers. The company aims to support farmers in adopting sustainable farming practices. CropX has previously acquired Tule Technologies, Dacom Farm Intelligence, CropMetrics, and ReGen.
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חברת CropX גייסה 30 מיליון דולר לניהול דיגיטלי של חוות חקלאיות | כלכליסט
Israeli company CropX, which provides digital management solutions for agricultural farms, has raised $30 million in funding. The companys system combines real-time data from the field with agronomic knowledge to support agricultural land management through optimization and improved productivity. CropX plans to use the new funding to continue marketing and developing its FMS system, as well as acquiring companies that complement its technologies and expand its markets. The company has recently acquired Tule Technologies, CropMetrics, ReGen, and Dacom Farm Intelligence. CropX employs over 100 employees worldwide and is considered a leader in the agtech industry.
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CropX Acquires Tule, Further Expands in California with New Solutions for Specialty Crops and Drip Irrigation
CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital solutions for agronomic farm management, has acquired Tule Technologies, a precision irrigation company based in California. This acquisition brings new data capture technologies to the CropX Agronomic Farm Management System and expands its market in California drip-irrigated specialty crops. All Tule employees will join CropX, adding expansive on-farm and client service expertise in the specialty crop and drip irrigation space. This is the fourth acquisition CropX has made since 2020 and the second US-based company.
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Smart water lowers losses - Technology - Dairy, Innovation, Water - Farmers Weekly
Dairy Holdings has reduced its water use by a third since 2017 by implementing soil moisture sensors backed by AI technology. The company installed CropX sensors on its farms to optimize irrigation systems and quickly expanded to 170 sensors across 60 properties. The sensors, supported by AI, can learn from irrigation events and provide accurate recommendations for water application. Dairy Holdings has also reduced fertilizer use and increased pasture production since implementing the sensor network. The company aims to incorporate effluent application into the system and prioritize water and fertilizer conservation. The CropX sensor measures moisture, temperature, and electrical conductivity, providing comprehensive information for efficient irrigation. The system has brought simplicity, confident decision-making, and transparency to Dairy Holdings operations.
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HELM AG invests in CropX, a leader in digital precision agriculture
HELM AG and CropX have announced a strategic partnership in the field of data-driven farming. This partnership expands HELMs portfolio of digital farming solutions. HELM AG is a Hamburg-based company that specializes in chemicals marketing, while CropX provides advanced farm intelligence to farmers worldwide. The collaboration aims to provide farmers with soil data analysis and improve fertilizer management. HELM AG CEO Stephan Schnabel expressed excitement about the partnership, stating that it complements their existing portfolio and enhances their digital agro competence. CropX CEO Tomer Tzach highlighted the opportunity to help HELM AGs customers optimize their farm inputs with advanced digital intelligence. HELM will promote CropX as a preferred partner to its customers starting in autumn 2022.
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NEC Invests in CropX as it Goes Beyond Irrigation
NEC Corp announces a strategic investment in CropX, a global leader in digital farm management solutions. The investment comes after a successful implementation with CropX technologies and NECs agricultural ICT Platform. CropX offers farmers powerful decision and planning tools using real-time soil data and satellite imagery. The investment aligns with NECs vision for future farming sustainability and validates the benefits CropX brings to NECs farmer-customers worldwide.
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PepsiCo Chooses CropX to Achieve Global Sustainability Goals
PepsiCo and CropX are collaborating to help PepsiCos Mexican potato farmers reduce water and fertilizer consumption, improve soil health, lower greenhouse emissions, and improve crop yields. By using CropXs data-driven farm management solutions, PepsiCo aims to achieve its goal of 15% water reduction by 2025. The collaboration has shown significant results, with higher yields and 15% less water and fertilizer used compared to standard practices. This partnership will help the Mexican potato farming industry become more efficient and sustainable.
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CropX acquires Dutch Dacom Farm Intelligence
Israeli agrotech company CropX has acquired Dutch company Dacom Farm Intelligence. The acquisition gives CropX a significant foothold throughout Europe and access to Dacoms agricultural database and hardware assets. This is CropXs third acquisition in 18 months. CropX plans to absorb Dacoms 30 employees and recruit additional employees to support its growth challenges. Investors in CropX include former CEO of Google Eric Schmidt’s Innovation Endeavors fund, OurCrowd, Finistere Ventures, and Greensoil Investments.
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ניסטק זכתה בפרוייקט CropX לייצור אלפי חיישנים - Techtime - חדשות אלקטרוניקה והייטק
CropX has awarded a manufacturing project to Nistec to produce thousands of soil sensors that will collect data from agricultural fields worldwide. The sensors, developed by CropX, measure soil moisture and transmit the data to a smart control system, providing farmers with real-time information on irrigation and fertilization. CropX has over 2,000 customers and its systems have resulted in over 60% water savings and a 20% increase in crop yield. The company recently signed an agreement with NASA Harvest to integrate its soil data into satellite data for data-driven insights. Nistec, a major electronics manufacturing contractor in Israel, will manufacture the sensors at its facility in Petah Tikva.
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חברה קטנה מישראל הפכה לשותפה של נאס"א להצלת החקלאות
Israeli company CropX has been selected by NASA Harvest to be a partner in an experiment where satellites will be fed data from the companys sensors, which are embedded in agricultural lands around the world. The partnership is expected to provide unprecedented insights into the ground as part of NASAs global agricultural monitoring efforts. The experiment will initially cover 10 fields, totaling 5600 dunams, near Phoenix, Arizona. CropX is a global leader in soil analysis for agriculture.
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CropX Awarded as Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
CropX, an Ag-analytics company, has been selected as one of the World Economic Forums Technology Pioneers. The companys farm management platform, based on real-time soil data, revolutionizes the farm decision-making process. CropX will participate in World Economic Forum activities and contribute to initiatives over the next two years. The selection criteria for Technology Pioneers include innovation, impact, leadership, and relevance to the World Economic Forums Platforms. CropX serves over 1,200 paying customers and has demonstrated significant water savings and yield increase. The company has raised over $20 million in funding rounds and aims to continue its global expansion.
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קרופקס פיתחה אלגוריתם לניטור מדויק של רמת הדשנים בקרקע - Techtime - חדשות אלקטרוניקה והייטק
CropX has developed an algorithm that allows farmers to continuously monitor soil salinity and moisture levels in real-time. This breakthrough in agricultural technology enables farmers to better manage soil irrigation and avoid over-irrigation that can harm crops and soil. The algorithm is based on scientific research conducted by CropX and provides more accurate measurements of soil conductivity. The new capability will be added to CropXs smart field management platform without the need for additional sensors. This development is expected to bring a revolution in precision agriculture and provide better services to farmers.
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Israel's CropX partners with NASA Harvest for agtech initiatives
Agricultural analytics platform CropX has partnered with NASA Harvest to provide soil insights for global monitoring efforts of agriculture. The partnership aims to improve farming sustainability and crop yields by combining CropXs soil data monitoring and insights tools with NASAs satellite network. The companies will conduct a 12-month pilot in Arizona before expanding nationally and globally. The pilot program will establish parameters for water usage estimates, yield prediction, soil quality, and land usage assessments. After the pilot, NASA Harvest plans to expand the program worldwide. CropX was introduced to NASA Harvest through their mutual involvement in Farm2020. CropX has raised over $21 million in funding.
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CropX Partners with Rieggo Rotoplas to Provide Smart Farming Services in Mexico
CropX has signed a partnership agreement with rieggo, a company dedicated to providing smart water services to farming operations in Mexico. The partnership aims to help Mexican agribusinesses reduce water consumption and improve crop yields. CropXs self-installed sensors transmit soil data to the cloud for analysis. rieggo conducted pilot tests of CropXs sensors and solutions, demonstrating reductions in water use, yield improvement, and ease of use. As a result, rieggo has decided to integrate CropXs technologies into its commercial offering and become an official reseller of CropX in Mexico. The partnership addresses the challenges of water scarcity and inefficiency in Mexicos agricultural sector.
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CropX Addresses Critical Soil Health Challenge - Develops Advanced Fertilizer and Salt Monitoring Capability
CropX has announced a significant advancement in soil sensing technology, allowing for accurate and continuous monitoring of soil fertilizer and salt levels. This breakthrough provides comprehensive data insights to guide more efficient fertilizer application and management. The new technology uses machine learning algorithms to monitor fertilizer movements and salt levels in the soil at multiple depths. CropX plans to further advance this development through validations, deployments, and potential collaborations. The company aims to revolutionize farming by combining above-ground data sets with real-time soil data, helping farmers increase crop yield and quality while reducing water, fertilization, and energy usage. CropX is backed by strategic partners and investors such as Finistere Ventures, Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited, and Innovation Endeavors.
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Fields of dreams: UAE farmers want Israeli sensors that let crops ask for water - Sponsored Content The Times of Israel
CropX Technologies, an agriculture technology startup based in Israel, is receiving inquiries from agricultural companies and investors in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following the normalization of relations between the two countries. The UAE market has the potential to become CropXs third-largest market. The companys sensors, which track moisture and other soil properties, can help farmers save water in the water-starved Gulf region. The UAE is looking to modernize its agricultural system and reduce its reliance on imports. CropXs technology is highly relevant to the UAEs needs and challenges. The company has recently acquired other precision irrigation companies and aims to expand globally, using the UAE as a base of operations. Israeli companies now have an unprecedented opportunity to enter the UAE market and expand into other markets in the Gulf region and Asia.
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Soil analysis data co CropX buys New Zealand co Regen
Israeli soil analysis data company CropX has acquired New Zealand-based Regen, a provider of cloud-based, precision effluent and irrigation decision support tools. The acquisition allows CropX to combine its in-soil data and advanced farm management analytics with Regens tools. The financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed. With the acquisition, CropX adds over 130,000 acres under management and more than a decade of in-depth New Zealand farm data to its platform. The acquisition also strengthens CropXs roots in the New Zealand ag community. CropX has promoted Eitan Dan to the position of New Zealand General Manager to support the companys growth in the region.
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Reinke and CropX Announce Partnership to Help Producers Maximize Performance by Growing More With Less
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Soil Sensor Company CropX Acquires Irrigation Tools Provider CropMetrics
CropX, a company that makes sensors to monitor soil conditions on farms, has acquired CropMetrics, a cloud-based irrigation management tool company. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. CropMetrics uses soil sensors and cloud-based analytics to develop real-time irrigation plans for farmers. CropX has its own digital soil monitoring system that consists of a hardware sensor and cloud-based software. The acquisition of CropMetrics will expand CropXs U.S. footprint and product offerings. CropX raised $10 million in August 2020 and has raised a total of nearly $30 million. CropMetrics has raised $1.5 million.
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Israeli soil analytics co CropX raises $10m
CropX, an Israeli soil analysis data company, has completed a $10 million financing round to support its continued growth. The funding will be used to expand R&D efforts and accelerate the introduction of its analytics platform in the agricultural sector worldwide. CropX has also appointed John Vikupitz as president to drive global expansion and market adoption of its farm management platform. The company integrates in-soil data insights to help farmers make more sustainable and profitable farming decisions. The financing round included new investors such as Sumitomo Corporation Europe, Armada Investments, and TaL Capital, as well as existing investors. CropX is backed by the venture arms of manufacturing leaders including Israel Chemicals, Lab IX, and Robert Bosch Venture Capital.
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Smart Farming Startup CropX Raises $10 Million
Agriculture technology startup CropX Inc. has raised a $10 million funding round. The company also announced the appointment of John Vikupitz as president. The funding round was participated by several investors, including Eric Schmidts Innovation Endeavors and Sumitomo Corp. Europe. CropX uses soil sensors and cloud-based analytics software to optimize crops and intends to use the funding to boost its research and development efforts.
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Irish Government Investment Fund Backs Israeli Smart Farming Startup CropX
CropX Inc., an agriculture technology startup, has received $0.5 million from Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF) to launch a crop yield optimization pilot in Ireland. The funding will be used to deploy soil sensors and cloud-based analytics software to optimize crops by analyzing soil temperature, moisture, and conductivity. The pilot is set to launch in February. CropX was also a finalist in an AI and big data startup competition. The company was founded in 2015 and currently employs 30 people.
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CropX sensors tell farmers how to irrigate and fertilize
CropX, an Israeli company that develops agricultural technologies, is deploying a network of automated irrigation systems around the world based on the Internet of the soil. The companys technology uses sensors planted in the soil to collect and analyze data, providing farmers with insights on irrigation and fertilizing needs. CropX has already deployed 2,000 sensors in 40 countries, saving 40% of irrigation water and increasing crop yields by 10%. The company has received strategic investments from Israel Chemicals and has raised funding from various investors, including Innovation Endeavors and Robert Bosch Venture Capital. CropX plans to expand its data collection capabilities and enter the insurance industry. The article was published on December 10, 2018.
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This Israeli AgriTech Startup Combines Sensors, Big Data To 'Break Ground' Worldwide
CropX, an agritech company based in Israel, is using IoT and analytics to improve farming practices. The companys soil intelligence platform combines cloud-based analytics software and advanced soil sensor technology to provide insights on crop and irrigation strategy. CropX has already achieved success in the United States, offering solutions for drought and water shortage. The company recently completed a large-scale experiment in Arizona, showing 40% water savings without a negative effect on crop yield. CropX has also partnered with a subsidiary of a major agriculture distributor in Australia. In addition, CropX received a strategic partnership and investment from ICL, a global specialty minerals and chemicals company. The company recently showcased its technology to German Chancellor Angela Merkel during her visit to Israel.
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ICL Invests in CropX, Makes First Investment in Precision Ag
ICL has announced an investment and strategic partnership with CropX, an Israeli startup in the field of precision agriculture. This investment aligns with ICLs strategic decision to develop advanced solutions for the agricultural space. CropX offers farmers soil sensor technology and cloud-based Ag analytics to increase crop yield and reduce costs. The partnership will provide added value to ICLs product portfolio in the fertilizers field. CropX will benefit from ICLs expertise to expand their soil sensor capabilities and global footprint. ICL is a global manufacturer of specialty minerals and chemicals.
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CropX Unveils Smarter Soil Intelligence Platform
CropX, an innovator in connected soil technology, has released the latest version of its soil intelligence platform. The platform combines cloud-based ag analytics software with advanced soil sensor technology. CropX aims to provide affordable and easy-to-use soil sensors and intelligence platforms to help farmers increase crop yield and reduce costs. The company has enhanced features on its platform, including painless registration, immediate anomaly detection, expansive insights, integration of weather data, and more control over data transmission. CropX is also expanding its partner network and global market adoption. The company plans to focus on soil health measurements, fertilizer cycle measurement, and crop pest outbreak prediction and control measures. CropX sensors are available for purchase, with prices ranging from $600 to $899.
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CropX: A Cloud-Based Irrigation System
At the 2017 Forbes AgTech Summit, CropX CEO Tomer Tzach discussed his companys cloud-based irrigation software system. No further details were provided in the text.
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CropX: From the Internet of Things to the Internet of Soil
CropX, an agro-analytics company based in Israel, has developed an innovative in-ground sensor device that provides farmers with real-time data and analytics based on soil intelligence. The device is easy to install and offers a low-cost solution for broad-acre crops. CropX aims to change the way farmers approach irrigation by offering comprehensive field management. The company has been recognized as one of the most innovative AgriTech startups. CropX plans to offer SaaS solutions that are effective and inexpensive, making them accessible to all farmers.
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Making the Most of the Internet of Soil - Global AgInvesting
The article discusses the concept of connected soil and the use of soil sensors in agriculture. It highlights the challenges and benefits of real-time soil measurements, including improved crop yield and water efficiency. The article also mentions the potential for smart farming initiatives in areas such as irrigation and fertilization. The company mentioned in the article is CropX. The impact on the company is growth-positive, as the adoption of connected soil technology can lead to increased demand for their soil sensors. The key theme of the article is the internet of soil revolution. The key issues discussed include customers (farmers), partners (not mentioned), and investment (not mentioned). The date of the event described in the article is not provided. The confidence level of the answer is 8.
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Ag tech's latest gizmos will make your head spin
Farm Progress, a company in the agriculture industry, is hosting the Farm Progress Show, an annual event that showcases new farm equipment, tractors, combines, and other farm supplies and services. The article promotes the event and encourages readers to subscribe to Farm Progress free e-newsletters for daily agriculture news. The impact of the article on the company is growth-positive, as it highlights the companys exhibition and promotion of its products and services. The key theme of the article is the Farm Progress Show and its offerings. The key issues discussed in the article are partnerships and expansion, as the company collaborates with exhibitors and aims to attract new customers. The date of the event described in the article is August 29-31, 2023.
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5 Israeli precision-ag technologies making farms smarter
Israeli companies are leading the way in precision agriculture, with over 70 firms offering tools for measuring, analysing, monitoring and automating processes to maximise crop yield and efficiency. The sector includes water management, data science, drones and sensors. Companies such as Netafim, CropX, Taranis, Tevatronic, ATP Lab and Saturas are offering comprehensive solutions, from advanced adaptive irrigation systems to data analytics and artificial intelligence for best-practice advice. The companies have received investments from various sources and are expanding into markets such as the US, Brazil, Argentina and Russia.
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Agtech provides food for thought
The article discusses the growth of agtech startups and highlights the top 25 startups in the industry. Trace Genomics, a company specializing in soil health analysis, is mentioned as one of the top startups. The companys technology has been used by the Western Growers Association and Driscoll. The article emphasizes the importance of agtech tools in improving crop production and mentions various startups with different specialties, such as crop tracking, shelf life extension, satellite imaging, and soil pathogen detection. The date of the event described in the article is not provided.
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Israeli agriculture know-how often first lands in the West, not in India
An experimental farm showcasing Israeli agriculture technology is being planned in Australia. Israeli ag-tech startups are focusing on developed markets like Australia, the US, and Europe, rather than India. Precision farming, which provides farmers with detailed information on their crops and warnings, is a key area of focus. Israeli companies such as mPrest and Taranis are expanding into precision agriculture. CropX, a newcomer, is targeting developed markets like the US and Europe with its software and soil sensors. Prospera, another Israeli company, uses machine learning and cloud technology to help growers improve their crop yields. The experimental farm in Australia aims to address the challenge of adapting Israeli technology to local circumstances.
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The 25 Most Innovative Ag-Tech Startups
The article discusses the rise of agriculture tech startups and the potential for innovation in the agriculture industry. It highlights the need to produce more crops on limited land and the role of technology in achieving this. The article also mentions the investments made by various organizations in these startups, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Kholsa Ventures, GV, Monsanto Ventures, and Andreessen Horowitz. The startups mentioned in the article are working on various solutions such as vineyard management, orchard management, livestock management, and food supply chain tracking. The article emphasizes the market potential and the need for technological advancements in the agriculture industry.
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Bosch, Flextronics back CropX to help farmers grow more food without wasting water
CropX, a Tel Aviv startup that produces soil sensors and irrigation controllers for commercial farms, has raised $10 million in a Series A funding round. The round was backed by strategic investors Robert Bosch Venture Capital and Flex Lab IX, who contributed $1 million. CropXs technology aims to help farmers produce more food with fewer resources by providing data and insights on soil conditions and irrigation. The companys products have already been used on 20 row crop farms in the US, resulting in increased yields and reduced water usage. CropX plans to expand its offerings and potentially collaborate with its strategic partners on new sensor designs.
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Saving Every Drop: AgTech company could prevent future droughts
CropX, an Israeli agricultural analytics company, has developed a solution using wireless soil sensors to improve irrigation systems. The companys software continuously monitors soil to produce daily differentiated irrigation maps, allowing farmers to reduce water consumption by 25%. CropX has received support from investors such as Finistere Ventures and Innovation Endeavors, and has raised $9 million in a Series A funding round. The need for sustainable farming is increasing due to climate change, population growth, and food shortages. Silicon Valley investors, including Google Ventures and Innovation Endeavors, are investing in AgTech startups to address these challenges. CropX could potentially help resolve Californias drought and prevent future ones.
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CropX Rakes In $9 Million To Help Farmers Grow More With Less Water
Agriculture analytics startup CropX has developed a solution to help farmers optimize irrigation while keeping water usage to a minimum. The company uses a combination of wireless sensors and a mobile app to determine exactly how much water needs to be applied to each part of the field. CropX is currently being used to power irrigation in 5,000 acres across a small number of farms in Missouri, Colorado and Kansas. With $9 million in Series A funding, they plan to expand their reach across the country.
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How this startup is using algorithms to help farmers battle the drought
CropX, a two-year-old company that uses data to help farmers cut their water use, has raised $9 million in funding from investors including Google Chairman Eric Schmidts venture firm, Innovation Endeavors. The companys technology collects data about a farmers land and provides detailed information about how much water is needed and when to water specific areas. The system can help farmers save more than 10% of their water usage. CropX plans to expand its product for the 2016 growing season.
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Soil Sensors Can Cut Farms' Water Use By a Quarter During Drought
CropX, a startup that uses smart sensors to help farmers conserve water, has raised $9 million in funding. The companys sensors analyze soil conditions and suggest the amount of water crops need, allowing farmers to distribute the right amount of water in each region of the field. This method can save up to 25% of the water and energy used in big field irrigation. The funding will support the companys growth and expansion in the agricultural industry. CropX aims to address the issue of over-watering and under-watering crops, which not only wastes water but also harms crop growth. The startups technology, known as the Internet of Soil, has attracted investors and is expected to have a positive impact on the companys growth.
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Irrigation idea finds fertile ground - NZ Herald
Varigate, a Wellington-based irrigation software company, has developed software technology that reduces the water needed to irrigate large fields by up to 20%. The companys system uses sensors and software to provide each part of a field with the precise amount of water it needs. Varigate raised over $1.5 million in investment this year and is targeting the massive arid regions of the USA, China, and the Middle East as its main markets. The company aims to validate its technology and demonstrate its value to customers. Varigates technology has the potential to significantly increase water cost savings while improving crop and dairy yield.
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