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Bulgarian robotics start-up Smart Farm Robotix wins €2.4 million EU grant

22 march 2024

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Bulgarian robotics startup Smart Farm Robotix announced on March 1 this year the receipt of a €2.4 million grant from the European Innovation Council (EIC), BalkanEngineer.com has learned from Bnnbreaking.com. The financial support is intended for the further development of an innovative weeding robot powered by solar energy and controlled by artificial intelligence (AI), promising to revolutionise farming practices.

 

 

The weeding robot represents a leap forward in agricultural technology, addressing critical challenges faced by farmers around the world. Equipped with AI algorithms, it can distinguish crops from weeds by performing precise weeding manoeuvres without the use of harmful chemicals, and its solar-powered operation provides resilience and flexibility, enabling operation in remote and challenging environments.

 

Smart Farm Robotix's success in securing EIC funding highlights its competitive advantage and the importance of its innovation. Selected from 42 applicants and over 1,000 proposals, the start-up's project stands out for its potential to transform farming through its work-facilitating features. The significant grant, coupled with business acceleration services, positions Smart Farm Robotix as a leader in the agtech industry poised for rapid growth and market penetration.

 

The development of the Smart Farm Robotix weeding robot also has great implications for sustainable agriculture. By eliminating the need for chemical weeding, it protects environmentally friendly farming practices while expanding the potential for agricultural productivity in a variety of environments. As the global population grows and climate change poses unprecedented challenges, innovations like the Bulgarian startup's advanced robot offer hope for a more sustainable future for both agriculture and society as a whole.

 

Photo source: smartfarmrobotix.eu

 

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