Israel Smart Farming
Key Technologies in Israeli Smart Farming
- AI & Machine Learning
- IoT Sensors
- Drones & Robotics
- Vertical Farming
- Government & Academia Support
AI & Machine Learning: Companies like Greeneye use AI to optimize spraying and reduce pesticide use by 88%.
IoT Sensors: CropX offers real-time soil monitoring for precise irrigation and resource management.
Drones & Robotics: Drones for field monitoring and robots for tasks like harvesting and weeding.
Vertical Farming: Vertical Field's container farms provide fresh produce near urban centers.
Government Support: Initiatives from the Ministry of Agriculture and academic research enhance local farming.
Investment and Startup Data in Smart Farming
| Year | Number of Startups in Climate Tech Sector | Investments in Climate Tech Sector (Billion USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 512 | 0.5 |
| 2019 | 580 | 0.9 |
| 2020 | 637 | 1.4 |
| 2021 | 694 | 2.2 |
| 2022 | 751 | 2.3 |
| 2023 (H1) | 800 | 0.9 |
Smart Farming Innovation in Israel
Israel is at the forefront of smart farming, leveraging AI, IoT, and robotics to increase agricultural productivity and sustainability.
Investment Highlights:
- 2021: $2.2B in agritech investments, up 57% from 2020.
- 2022: 13% increase in climate-focused startups.
- H1 2023: 60% drop in investments, reflecting global trends.
- Government grants of 9M ₪ in 2022 to support innovation.
Despite challenges, Israel's smart farming ecosystem continues to grow and transform global agriculture.
Source: Israel Hayom, Ynet, Technion
Conclusion:
Israel remains a leader in smart farming, combining innovation with agricultural expertise to address global challenges.
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