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Swarmfarm Robotics

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Company Research Report: SwarmFarm Robotics



Company Overview



Name


SwarmFarm Robotics

Mission


"Delivering Integrated Autonomy to agriculture by creating tailored solutions for efficient and sustainable agriculture."

Founding Information


  • Founded: 2012

  • Founders: Andrew Bate, Jocie Bate


Key People


  • Andrew Bate: Co-Founder


Headquarters


  • Location: Rural Queensland, Australia


Number of Employees


No information is available

Revenue


No information is available

Known For


SwarmFarm Robotics is known for developing autonomous robots designed to revolutionize agricultural practices by enabling farmers to deploy new technology in their fields with customized solutions for local challenges.

Products



1. SwarmBot


SwarmBot is a series of autonomous farming platforms designed to create new farming practices.

High-level Description


  • A lightweight, efficient, and autonomous machine designed to introduce new farming methods and techniques.


Key Features


  • Precision Application: Capable of individually targeting weeds to reduce herbicide usage.

  • Versatile Attachments: Can be fitted with various attachments for tasks like mowing, slashing, and spraying.

  • Autonomous Operation: Able to operate with minimal human intervention, allowing for optimized and continuous farming.


2. Crop Protection System


High-level Description


  • An application system focused on precise and efficient delivery of crop protection products.


Key Features


  • Efficiency Improvement: Significantly reduces the amount of herbicide used.

  • Environmental Sustainability: Aims to improve the sustainability and environmental impact of agriculture.


3. Mowing and Slashing


High-level Description


  • Machines designed for mowing and slashing applications in environments like turf farms and orchards.


Key Features


  • Specialized Equipment: Includes features optimized for mowing and slashing, tailored for specific agricultural environments.


Recent Developments



New Products Launched


  • SwarmBot 5: The latest platform delivered to customers like the turf farm working with the robot named "Indigo."

  • Turf Mower Attachment: Developed in 2017 for the SwarmBot platform.


Recent Features and Developments


  • First prototype Agbot 1 in 2012.

  • First SwarmBot: Delivered in 2014, simplifying agriculture with a three-wheeled, single-drive machine.

  • Commercial Operations: Over 11 prototypes developed and used from 2015 to 2018, which led to the first commercial delivery in 2018.


Partnerships


  • Supported by several partners including Adama, Westpac, Elders, Telstra, Fitzroy Basin Association, and Central Highlands Regional Council.


Media and Events


Upcoming Events


  • Jimboomba Turf Field Day: February 23, 2024

  • World Agri-Tech 2024: March 2024

  • evokeAG 2024: February 2024


Notable Mentions


  • SwarmFarm's robots have covered over 1.3 million acres, operated for 68,000 hours, and reduced pesticide inputs by an estimated 780 tons.


Contact Information



  • Address: Headquartered in rural Queensland, Australia




This completes the company research report on SwarmFarm Robotics based on the available data.