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        Stara, a company that provides novel agribusiness solutions, has partnered with One Smart Spray, a JV between Bosch and BASF that develops precision and smart herbicide spraying solutions, to introduce Stara's Imperador 4000 Eco Spray, a new crop protection sprayer, in Latin America.
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 <p>Stara, an agribusiness solutions provider, has collaborated with One Smart Spray, a joint venture from Bosch and BASF, to launch Stara's Imperador 4000 Eco Spray in Latin America. One Smart Spray develops precise and intelligent herbicide spraying solutions.</p>
 <p>This new crop protection sprayer incorporates the precision weed management system designed by One Smart Spray. It can identify and spray weeds in real-time using AI technology and a camera-based system from Bosch. This system includes xarvio Digital Farming Solutions which are used for herbicide programs and automated documentation.</p>
 <p>According to Stara, this smart sprayer offers precision weed management and selective herbicide application. It also allows for herbicide application in different agronomic stages and conditions.</p>
 
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Stara partners with One Smart Spray to launch Imperador 4000 Eco Spray

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 <p>Lumo, a startup that develops smart irrigation technology, has successfully raised USD 7 million in a recent funding round. This funding round was led by Active Impact Investments and Fall Line Capital.</p>
 <p>The company plans to use the funding to further its research and product development activities. It will also be used to accelerate the expansion of Lumo's market reach.&nbsp;</p>
 <p>Established in 2021, Lumo is an AgriTech company based in California, specializing in innovative irrigation solutions. As of May 2024, the "Lumo One Smart Valve" and "OPS Centre", major products of Lumo, have gained significant adoption among leading growers in Napa, Sonoma, and the Central Coast.</p>
 
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Lumo secures USD 7 million in venture funding to support product development and expansion

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 <p>Carbon Robotics, an agricultural technology firm, has received an investment from NVentures, the venture capital division of NVIDIA. The funding will boost the development of the startup's advanced agricultural systems, notably the AI-driven autonomous weeding robot, LaserWeeder.</p>
 <p>This robot uses 24 NVIDIA GPUs and is said to decrease weed control expenses by 80%. The company suggests that the LaserWeeder can enhance crop yield and quality by replacing conventional weed control techniques.</p>
 
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Carbon Robotics secures investment from NVentures for AI-powered LaserWeeder

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 <p>DJI, known for drone and camera technology, has introduced Agras T50 and Agras T25 agricultural spray drones. The T50 model is designed for large-scale operations and T25 is for smaller to medium-sized farming. Both models are available from local authorized DJI Agriculture dealers.</p>
 <p>The Agras T50 drone can spray up to 50 acres per hour and carry 50 kg of dry granules. It has a remote controller connection within a 2-kilometer range. On the other hand, the Agras T25 can carry a 20 kg or 25 kg spraying can. Agras T50 is powered by the DB1560 Intelligent Flight Battery, which has a capacity of up to 30Ah and 1,500 charge cycles.</p>
 <p>DJI was founded in 2006 in China. In 2012, they started DJI Agriculture, providing intelligent solutions to the agricultural sector worldwide. They have released a variety of crop protection drones and the DJI Agricultural Data Management Platform, a specialized software servicing over 30 countries.</p>
 
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DJI International launches agricultural spray drones

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<p>Syngenta India, a company originating from Switzerland specialising in agricultural science and seed technology, has unveiled SapRaise. This is a smart seedling solution developed in conjunction with OM Gayatri Global Seedlings, a facility that is dedicated to heightening seedling production.</p>
<p>The purpose of this project is to fortify early crop growth, exchange knowledge and utilise cutting-edge seedling technology. This will increase the company's collaboration with juvenile plant growers to uplift the quality of crops and their yield potential. Consequently, this will lead to elevated profits for farmers.</p>

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Syngenta India launches SapRaise to enhance seedling production

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 <p>Agrarius Corp (AC), a US-based company that specializes in technological advancements in crop growth and durability, has granted an exclusive license for its agricultural plant signalling technology to Mountain Valley MD Holdings Inc.(MVMD) for an approximate figure of USD 1.3 million.</p>
 <p>AC’s distinct "Agrarius" technology is a recognised organic tool built to organically enhance crop yields, cut down on fertilizer use, and advance overall resistance to pests and changing climate conditions.</p>
 <p>Following the procurement of the license, MVMD intends to establish a performance guarantee program cooperating with AC, aimed largely at domestic US farms. This program will require potential patrons to pay for the Agrarius technology only upon achieving a certain threshold of crop performance enhancement. </p> 

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Agrarius Corp. got acquired exclusive license by Mountain Valley MD Holdings

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 <p>OlsAro, a Swedish agtech startup, recently obtained a funding amount of EUR 2.5 million (~USD 2.66 million) in a seed round. Reputed bodies, such as Future Food Fund and PINC, lead this round, further supported by AgFunder, FLORA Ventures, Mudcake, and other existing investors of the startup.</p>
 <p>This funding is expected to enhance the company's operations by increasing its geographical reach, advancement of its proprietary technology platform, and discovery of wheat crop variants that can endure extreme climate conditions. The company asserts that using its AI-enabled platform, these new wheat variants will develop three times faster than the conventional methods.</p>
 <p>OlsAro is a Swedish firm that uses AI for crop development in collaboration with crop trait discovery and field testing. Its initial product is a salt-resistant wheat variety that allows farmers to continue farming on unfertilised land during the dry season. Additionally, the company aspires to develop crops that can survive in climate-stressed scenarios, using its AI-powered genetics platform.</p>
 
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OlsAro raises EUR 2.5 million to enhance its AI-enabled platform

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 <p>Greeneye Technology, an Israeli startup that offers AI-based precision spray technology, has raised $20 million in a financing round. The investment was spearheaded by Deep Insight, and included participation from earlier investors Syngenta Group Ventures, JVP, Orbia Ventures, Eyal Waldman, as well as newcomers Iron Nation and Amol Deshpande.</p>
 
 <p>The company intends to use this capital to expand operations in the US and to advance the analytical abilities of its technology into new crops and resources. Presently, Greeneye aids farmers in cultivating crops like corn, soybeans, and cotton across approximately 200 million acres in the US.</p>

 <p>The startup's AI precision spraying technology is designed to identify weeds and accurately spray chemicals on them. This not only reduces environmental harm, but also eases financial burdens for farmers.</p>
 
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Greeneye Technology raises USD 20 million to advance technology and operations

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<p>Kilter Systems, a Norwegian company, has introduced an AI-powered autonomous farming robot that deals with weed control. The robot can navigate autonomously, identify and precisely target weeds among crops for pesticide use, reducing total chemical use. It can also adapt to manage a variety of crops. The company claims this AI-driven robot aims to boost crop yields and lessen the environmental impact of conventional farming practices.</p>

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Kilter Systems develops autonomous robot for precision pesticide application

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 <p>Weenat, a German agricultural platform developer, has collected EUR 8 million (~USD 8.68 million) in a series C funding round. The round was spearheaded by ECBF and saw participation from Pymwymic, LIBERSET, and IDIA Capital Investissement.</p>
 <p>With the raised capital, Weenat intends to further improve its meteorological sensors for the benefit of farmers and gear towards expansion.</p>
 <p>Established in 2014, Weenat offers an agricultural platform that delivers mobile and connected solutions to farmers. The company's main focus is on manufacturing sensors that supply data and water management solutions aimed at farmers. Weenat asserts that its 10,000 sensors have helped save 32 million cubic meters of water in 2023.</p>
 
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All Updates

Stara partners with One Smart Spray to launch Imperador 4000 Eco Spray

Lumo secures USD 7 million in venture funding to support product development and expansion

Carbon Robotics secures investment from NVentures for AI-powered LaserWeeder

DJI International launches agricultural spray drones

Syngenta India launches SapRaise to enhance seedling production

Agrarius Corp. got acquired exclusive license by Mountain Valley MD Holdings

OlsAro raises EUR 2.5 million to enhance its AI-enabled platform

Greeneye Technology raises USD 20 million to advance technology and operations

Kilter Systems develops autonomous robot for precision pesticide application

Weenat secures EUR 8 million in Series C funding to develop meteorological sensors

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