DOTS, Data of the Soil Overview
DOTS is dedicated to developing continuous, real-time soil nitrate monitoring to combat fertilizer overapplication and protect the environment. Based on seven years of research and four registered patents, DOTS's electro-optical sensors and proprietary analysis algorithms enable real-time, continuous, and affordable nitrate monitoring. With DOTS, farmers can have access to continuous and precise soil information to support data-driven decisions for irrigation and fertilization, saving up to 40% of applied fertilizers every season as well as greatly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and groundwater contamination resulting from over-fertilization. DOTS was founded in 2021 by a team of research scientists.
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Connect the DOTS: How one company is helping farmers with their fertilization efforts | CTech
DOTS, a company specializing in fertilizer monitoring, has raised $1.9 million in funding. The company aims to develop a system that allows farmers to monitor their fertilizer levels in real-time, reducing over-application and contamination of groundwater. The founders of DOTS have developed algorithms that optimize fertilizer application, resulting in decreased application rates without compromising crop yield. The technology uses electro-optical sensors and a patented algorithm to provide continuous and precise information for irrigation and fertilization decisions. The funding will be used to scale up operations, enhance the team, expand marketing efforts, conduct field demonstrations, and continue research and development. The market potential for the product is significant, with benefits for farmers, consumers, seed companies, technology companies, and fertilizer companies. DOTS expects to have a market-ready product by 2024.
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Israeli firm DOTS launches electro-optical sensor to change agriculture
Israeli start-up DOTS has launched a new technology that helps optimize fertilizer usage based on continuous soil data. The technology aims to reduce the use of fertilizers, mitigate environmental damage, and improve crop quality. DOTS has raised half a million dollars from the Israel Innovation Authority and $1.2 million from Labs/02. The company is preparing to raise additional capital. DOTS is targeting the irrigated crop market and is signing partnership agreements with European and American companies. The technology detects and monitors soil fertilization levels, enabling accurate timing of fertilization cycles and preventing overuse. The system is based on algorithmically driven spectral analysis and provides real-time measurement of nitrate levels in soil. Nitrate is a key nutrient for plant growth but excess nitrate can have negative impacts on the environment and human health.
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BGN Technologies and Oazis Accelerator Establish DOTS, Developer of a Revolutionary Soil Nitrate Monitoring System for Agricultural Use
BGN Technologies, the technology transfer company of Ben-Gurion University, has announced the establishment of DOTS, a developer of a new nitrate monitoring system for agricultural use. DOTS has secured seed funding in a round led by Labs/02 incubator, OurCrowd, Reliance Industries, and the Israeli Innovation Authority. The technology, developed by BGU researchers, enables real-time monitoring of soil nitrate levels, providing valuable data for farmers to optimize fertilizer application and reduce expenses. The establishment of DOTS and the seed funding round are seen as a vote of confidence from leading investors. The technology is expected to be a game-changer in precision agriculture and addressing soil pollution. The excess application of fertilizers in agriculture leads to nitrates leaching into water resources, causing contamination and environmental problems.
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Israeli Scientists Develop Novel, Real-time Soil Nitrate Sensor - World Industrial Reporter
Scientists at Ben-Gurion University have developed a new nitrate sensor for real-time and continuous measurement in soil. The sensor can detect nitrate concentrations in the range relevant to growing crops and provides valuable data on nutrient availability for farmers. It optimizes fertilizer application, prevents over-fertilization, economizes irrigation, and reduces water resources pollution. The sensor is resistant to harsh soil conditions and offers a highly detailed portrayal of rapidly changing nitrate concentrations in the soil solution.
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חוקרים מאוניברסיטת בן-גוריון מציגים: חיישן שיסייע במניעת זיהום מאגרי מים ובשיפור גידולים חקלאיים
BGN Technologies, the technology transfer company of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, has developed a new technology for direct and continuous real-time measurement of nitrate levels in soil. The technology, developed by researchers from the Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, is based on an optical nitrate sensor. The sensor can identify nitrate concentrations in the range of tens to hundreds of parts per million (ppm), which is the relevant range for crop growth. The ability to continuously monitor soil nitrate levels provides a detailed picture of changing nitrate concentrations in soil water. The project is funded by the Israel Innovation Authority and BGN Technologies is now looking for a business partner for further development and commercialization.
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| Sector | Agriculture & Food Technologies |
Funding
| Total funding | $1.7M |
| Last funding | $500K |
| Stage | Pre-Seed |
| Rounds | 2 |
| Investors | 5 |
Team Members
6
Employees: 1-10
Web & Social Links
| Website | dotsoil.com/ |
Locations
Halkiki Haor St 16, Be'er Sheva, Israel
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