Sentera is a provider of agriculture drones and sensors to capture deep analytics. Sentera leverages a comprehensive data capture, analytics, and modeling suite by combining aerial data collection with agronomic machine-learning engines to deliver plant-level measurements and insights. Insights range from plant-level tracking and modeling to regional estimates of yield, nutrient uptake, and other EkobotEkobotattributes of crop quality. As of September 2023, the company serves customers in more than 45 countries.
In September 2023, Sentera launched its Aerial WeedScout technology, a precision weed control solution that claims to reduce post-emergent herbicide application by up to 70%. The equipment moves through fields at normal operating speeds, and the up-front cost is said to be a fraction of that of on-machine solutions. Its advanced high-resolution imaging and deep-learning technologies enable users to detect weeds earlier and with greater accuracy than competing technologies. The company’s precision weed maps also generate targeted herbicide prescriptions for precise weed control. Following technology validation, the company will commercialize the technology after identifying a marketing partner. In June 2024, Sentera has also initiated an early access program for Aerial WeedScout, an advanced AI-powered drone that allows smarter use of herbicides. It is expected to be released commercially in 2025.
Key customers and partnerships
In May 2024, has partnered with UAV solution provider Drone Nerds to integrate the Sentera PHX drone and its sensors into Drone Nerds' product portfolio. In October 2023, The company has also collaborated on a distribution agreement with EIWA, an AgTech company that is focused on digital transformation of agricultural industry, to help the customers to gather avareity of measurements during the season quickly and efficiently.
Funding and financials
In May 2023, the company expanded its previously oversubscribed Series C funding round, led by Conti Ventures and S2G Ventures.
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