Partnership revolutionizes indoor growing sensor tech

Added on 12 October 2023

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Partnership revolutionizes indoor growing sensor tech

AGEYE Technologies (AGEYE) is partnering with the University of Colorado at Boulder and the University of California Berkeley on an innovative project titled “Novel Sensors for Efficient and Scalable Production of Indoor Crops.” This initiative is set to redefine the future of agriculture by introducing a game-changing sensor technology that promises to enhance crop quality, yield, and sustainability.

The commercial potential of this National Science Foundation (NSF) funded Partnerships for Innovation – Research Partnerships (PFI-RP) project aims to drastically reduce waste and energy consumption in agriculture while ensuring superior crop quality. The pioneering sensor technology, developed using print-based manufacturing approaches, will seamlessly integrate nutrient, temperature, and pH sensors. These advanced sensors are designed to detect individual nutrients, such as nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, providing a granular view of the growing media’s health. This level of precision will pave the way for heightened automation in both outdoor and indoor agricultural operations, ensuring that crops receive the exact nutrients they need to thrive.

“Our vision is to revolutionize the way we understand and interact with crop systems. This technology will empower growers with real-time, accurate data, enabling them to make informed decisions about fertilizer and water management,” says Brian Hannon, Head Corporate Grower at AGEYE.