Why
One key problem in agriculture is the lack of accessible, detailed knowledge about local variations in soil conditions. This uncertainty contributes to increased water consumption and the overuse of nutrients, affecting both productivity and the environment.
Worldwide, agriculture accounts for 70% of all freshwater usage, and the lack of efficient irrigation systems results in a significant waste. Moreover, excessive use of synthetic fertilizers is a major contributory factor to damaging environmental emissions.
In response to these challenges, BOTanist strives to provide accurate, timely data. This information aids in understanding variations in soil moisture and nutrients, making irrigation and fertilization more efficient. We believe in the potentials of knowledge-based agriculture.
Our product
We want to make soil sensors something everyone can access. We provide cost-effective, simple to install sensors that don’t need any setup from you. They’re preprogrammed to send data over LTE-M, ensuring reliable data transmission thanks to its superior cellular coverage.
Through our website, you can access and monitor your field conditions from anywhere, providing you with vital knowledge about your soil anytime you need it.
Interested? We’d like to hear from you. You’re welcome to contact us if you’d like to become a pilot customer.
About us
Botanist is an AgriTech startup originating from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The company’s primary focus is on developing innovative sensor technology for precision agriculture, aimed at reducing emissions, cutting costs, and increasing crop yields. The ultimate goal is to create the world’s first cost-effective mass monitoring system for soil moisture and nutrient levels, utilizing a distributed sensor network with several hundred sensors.
