Mark Fitz
Welcome to another exciting edition of our feature on dynamic startups making waves within Asia, particularly those forged in the crucible of 2020 or later. This series seeks to spotlight these novel enterprises that have dared to push boundaries, transform industries, and impact societies – even amid the unprecedented circumstances posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. For this installment, we delve into the fascinating world of AgTech, focusing on trailblazing entities headquartered in Israel. Over the past few years, Israel has emerged as a global powerhouse of AgTech innovation, harnessing advancements in technology to revolutionize agriculture and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the sector.
AgTech, or agricultural technology, refers to the utilization of technology in agriculture, horticulture, and aquaculture for the purpose of improving yield, efficiency, and profitability. This involves the usage of tech-enabled solutions to address crucial challenges such as resource management, climate change, and food security. Specifically, in Israel – often referred to as the ‘Start-up Nation’ – AgTech has taken centre-stage, with numerous startups leveraging technologies like artificial intelligence, big data, drones, and IoT to transform farming practices.
In today’s feature, we will take a closer look at several Israeli startups that are pioneering impressive strides in this space, from innovative platforms for hydroponic farming to novel applications of drone technology in livestock management. We invite you to join us on this intriguing journey as we uncover what these remarkable startups have to offer.
Agwa
Headquartered in Misgav, Agwa is an AgTech game-changer that seamlessly fuses artificial intelligence and eCommerce. Founded by Alon Wallach and Niv Stolarski, Agwa has developed a groundbreaking hydroponic platform that allows individuals to grow their own vegetables right in their backyards. Harnessing AI technology, their innovative, mini-greenhouse ensures a steady supply of fresh produce with minimal effort, aiming to reduce pesticide usage, transportation pollution, and plastic packaging. Facebook | LinkedIn
Good Company
Based in Tel Aviv, Good Company is an investment fund focusing on early-stage companies that leverage deep technologies to solve some of the world’s most pressing issues. It is co-founded by Ido Fishler and Shahar Botzer. Through its studio, Good Company provides a platform that brings together capital, entrepreneurs, and multinational corporations to solve pressing global challenges. LinkedIn
Bountica
Located in Qiryat Shmona, Bountica is an AgTech startup that works at the intersection of biotechnology and food and beverage. Founded by Fabian Trumper, Maayan Gal, Shay Hilel, and Zvi Hayouka, Bountica develops nature-based proteins that prevent food spoilage and decay, extending its shelf life and reducing food loss. LinkedIn
GMI Ventures
Located in Tel Aviv and founded by Nurit Mor Cohen, GMI Ventures is an investment firm focusing on companies with a proven technology and initial revenue stream within sectors like AgTech, Cyber Security, FinTech, and Security. The firm leverages strategic investments to grow local talents into global success stories. LinkedIn
Agri-Light Energy Systems
Based in Jerusalem, Agri-Light Energy Systems operates in the AgTech, Energy, Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, and Solar sectors. The startup works to optimize the relationship between light and growth in plant production. LinkedIn
Indoor Saffron
Based in Ashdod, Indoor Saffron is a distinguished startup aimed at modernizing and scaling the saffron market by utilizing AI, precision robotics, and unique growth protocols. LinkedIn
FlightOps.io
FlightOps.io is an AgTech startup based in Herzliya that is reshaping the drone landscape. Co-founded by Ofer Haruvi, Ofer Porat, and Shay Levy, FlightOps.io provides a multi-drone cloud operating system that allows the simultaneous operation of a large number of drones for varying applications such as delivery, agriculture, and security. LinkedIn
BeeFree Agro
Based in Yoqne`am ‘Illit, BeeFree Agro is revolutionizing livestock management through the application of artificial intelligence and drone technology. Founders Arik Albahari, Dvir Cohen, and Noam Azran have created an autonomous herding system capable of counting, mapping, and moving large herds over extensive pastures. LinkedIn
Vanilla Vida
Co-founded by Raz Krizevski, Shlomy Kadosh, and Yael Oren Zilberman and based in Tel Aviv, Vanilla Vida is a unique startup that grows and refines premium vanilla, controlling the entire supply chain from seed to client. LinkedIn
Agmatix
Based in Tel Aviv, Agmatix is an agro informatics company that offers data-driven solutions to the agriculture industry. They standardize agronomic data with unique AI-powered ontologies, offering insightful SaaS solutions that address numerous pain points faced by agriculture professionals. LinkedIn
Treetoscope
Tel Aviv-based startup Treetoscope, co-founded by Dotan Eshet and Ori Ahiman, offers a SaaS irrigation management platform, based on direct plant sensing technology capable of measuring real-time actual water use of trees. Through their technology, they provide actionable solutions to some of the most challenging problems faced by growers today, such as water scarcity and irrigation optimization. LinkedIn
These innovative startups are not only shaping the future of agriculture in Israel, they are also inspiring AgTech entrepreneurs across Asia and beyond. As they push forward, these entities continue to showcase how technology can transform agriculture, and in doing so, address some of the most urgent global challenges of our time.
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