Precision Updates

Developments from Netafim, Solinftec, Phytech, Landus, Agtonomy, IUNU, CleanGreens and Arcadea in digital agriculture and automation

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Sepehr Achard
April 18, 2025

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This week, we're tracking major moves in precision agriculture—from AI-powered irrigation tools and autonomous field robots to acquisitions and cross-continental platform rollouts. Whether it’s smarter water use, enhanced greenhouse systems or fleet-level autonomy, here are the top developments this week.

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AGTECH & PRECISION AG
Precision Ag Highlights: New Tools, Partnerships, and AI Solutions

Netafim & Treetoscope Partnership

  • Netafim integrates Treetoscope’s real-time plant sensing into its GrowSphere™ platform.

  • Pilot in Turkey showed improved crop monitoring and water savings.

  • Expansion planned across North and Latin America in 2025, global rollout to follow in 2026.

Ag Partners & Solinftec Launch Solix Robots in Kansas

  • Statewide deployment of Solix autonomous robots offering AI-driven agronomic insights.

  • Technology aims to reduce herbicide use by up to 95%, minimize soil compaction, and improve sustainability.

  • Powered by solar energy, enhancing environmental performance.

Phytech Introduces AI-Based Irrigation Advisor

  • Phytech AI Advisor uses IoT field data for irrigation planning and decision support.

  • Offers personalized recommendations based on tree behavior, soil moisture, and environmental factors.

  • Designed for farms of all sizes to improve water use and operational efficiency.

Landus Launches SkyScout Aerial Crop Monitoring

  • Combines drone, fixed-wing flights, and AI for field condition monitoring from planting to harvest.

  • Delivers thermal imagery and predictive analytics every 12 days.

  • Supports decision-making on seed selection, tillage, nutrient application, and disease management.

Agtonomy Unveils Third-Gen Autonomy Platform

  • Updated Agtonomy Platform™ adds fleet intelligence, mixed equipment support, and broader applications.

  • Features cellular/Starlink connectivity and vision-based navigation.

  • Allows a single operator to control 10+ machines; now supports Bobcat CT4045 tractor.

Arcadea Group Acquires Agdata Holdings

  • Agdata, creator of Phoenix farm management software, joins Arcadea’s AgTech portfolio.

  • Acquisition supports long-term innovation and market expansion.

  • Phoenix platform will continue serving existing users and develop new features.

CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT AGRICULTURE
Greenhouse Tech Expansion: Key Investments and Global Projects

IUNU Secures $20M for LUNA Platform Growth

  • Funding will scale operations in North America and Europe.

  • Supports expansion of LUNA, a platform for real-time forecasting, crop steering, and labor management.

  • Focused on vine crops (tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers) with integration into existing ERP and climate control systems.

  • Enables precision yield forecasting and increased operational efficiency.

CleanGreens & GreenLife Expand Aeroponics Facility in Kuwait

  • Project expands existing site to 24,000m², one of the largest aeroponics greenhouses globally.

  • Uses CleanGreens’ patented system adapted for arid climates and low water use.

  • Aims to boost local food production while conserving resources in the Middle East.

THIS WEEK’S INTERVIEW
BCF Life Sciences Targets Global Leadership in Amino Acid-Based Biostimulants by 2030

  • Founded in France 37 years ago, BCF Life Sciences began by converting poultry feathers into keratin-derived amino acids.

  • Entered plant care in 2017, expanding beyond foliar use into seed treatment and in-furrow applications, especially for crops like corn.

  • Focus areas include amino acid–micronutrient combinations to boost bioavailability and targeted agronomic benefits.

  • Operates B2B, offering turnkey formulations for distributors and agribusinesses in horticulture and row crops (wheat, corn, soybean).

  • Following the 2019 EU biostimulant regulation, BCF plans a 50% capacity increase and aims to double plant care sales to €20–25M.

  • Company emphasizes CSR, transparency, and R&D, positioning itself as a leading amino acid-based biostimulant provider.

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CROP PROTECTION
Crop Protection: New Funding and Global Product Launches

EF Polymer Raises JPY 1B in Series B Round

  • Funding supports R&D, business development, and international manufacturing expansion.

  • Bio-based super absorbent polymers target agriculture, horticulture, and urban greening, with trials in 20+ countries.

  • Applications extend to personal care, cosmetics, and industrial products like biodegradable ice packs.

  • Markets include Japan, the U.S., and France, with growing global presence.

FMC Launches Keenali™ Herbicide in Peru

  • Features Dodhylex™, the first new herbicide mode of action in over 30 years recognized by HRAC and WSSA.

  • Classified as Group 28, designed for pre- and early post-emergence weed control in Japonica and Indica rice.

  • Commercial availability in Peru by August 2025; regulatory filings underway in Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador.

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