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Pairtree Intelligence Pty Ltd develops a universal dashboard that centralizes farm data into a single platform for operational decision making purposes. The company’s solution provides farmers and managers with a business flexibility in choosing which device, software, hardware, and application fits for productive management of the business. Pairtree Intelligence Pty Ltd was formerly known as Pairtree Intel Pty Ltd. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Orange, Australia.

AgUnity Pty Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Oxenford, Australia, develops a mobile application that leverages blockchain technology to enhance the efficiency and transparency of smallholder farmers and cooperatives in emerging markets. The platform aims to reduce food waste and improve operational inefficiencies by providing essential services that enable farmers to automate processes, sell their harvests, and procure supplies more effectively. AgUnity also focuses on promoting financial security and inclusion for remote populations by offering digital identity and secure transaction records. By addressing the needs of the underserved, AgUnity supports organizations working towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, ultimately combating poverty and fostering access to vital resources for rural communities.

Fresh Supply Co. Pty. Ltd. is an Australian company based in Brisbane that offers blockchain solutions specifically for the agricultural sector. Established in 2017, the company focuses on enhancing food production and logistics systems through blockchain technology. Its services include tracking the provenance and logistics of horticultural and value-added food products, as well as providing payment solutions. Fresh Supply Co. also specializes in marketing automation and analytics, aiming to improve efficiency and transparency within the agricultural supply chain.

FarmApp is a technology platform designed to assist farmers in enhancing their operational efficiency and profitability. The application provides a comprehensive suite of features, including livestock management, crop management, order management, and expense management. By offering tools to plan, manage, monitor, analyze, market, and sell farm products, FarmApp aims to streamline various aspects of agricultural operations. Additionally, the platform facilitates the comparison and purchase of medicines available in different pharmacies, further supporting farmers in maintaining the health of their livestock and crops. Through its multifaceted approach, FarmApp seeks to empower farmers to make informed decisions and optimize their agricultural practices.

SnapTrap Pty Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Melbourne, Australia, specializes in developing equipment for the remote monitoring of pest insect traps used in agricultural settings. The company’s innovative solar-powered camera system captures photos, temperature logs, and other crucial data to facilitate online analysis. This technology is particularly beneficial for fruit growers, as it addresses pest issues such as fruit flies and codling moths. In addition to the monitoring equipment, SnapTrap has developed an application that enables farmers to track the lifecycle of pest insects. By optimizing pest management and biosecurity, SnapTrap’s solutions help reduce pest control costs, minimize crop damage, and lower operational risks for agricultural producers.

Tie Up Venture deliver technological and managerial solutions to farmers in Australia and New Zealand o that they can grow, innovate, and maximize their efficiency.

Applant is an urban agriculture platform that helps urban community grow plants vertically. An ag-tech startup planting knowledge amongst urban communities. Equipping them with self-watering vertical farms; that does not require soil or electricity. Through Applant's innovations in sustainable agriculture, both commercial and hobby growers can grow food higher quality food for their families and communities. It was founded in 2016 and is based in Melbourne, Australia.

Iotag Pty. Ltd. is an Australian company specializing in GPS tracking solutions for livestock, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of pastoral farming. Founded in 2017 and based in Finley, Iotag develops a range of products including the Locata smart collar for tracking animal locations, TroughWatch for monitoring water trough levels, and HomeBase, a wide area network device. Their FarmView platform visualizes sensor data to analyze grazing patterns and pasture utilization. Iotag's technology enables farmers to monitor cattle over long distances, automating the detection of significant events related to breeding and health management. The company also provides integration and application program interface development services to facilitate data transfer from sensors, thereby supporting cattle farmers in improving operational effectiveness and profitability.

Hub & Spoke maximizes animal welfare, biosecurity, and food safety by revolutionising the meat processing industry. Hub & Spoke plans to build a mobile, on-farm slaughtering service that incorporates the highest standards of animal welfare, state-of-the-art processing methods, and environmentally sustainable practices.

WaterSave International Pty Ltd, based in Manunda, Australia, specializes in developing innovative sensors that monitor nitrate levels in agricultural settings, facilitating reduced fertilizer usage and minimizing environmental impacts. The company offers a range of solutions, including automated farm irrigation, soil moisture sensors, and in-field micro weather stations, which enable farmers to monitor water and fertilizer consumption efficiently. By utilizing machine learning, WaterSave's technology can help reduce costs by up to 20 percent and decrease the application of chemicals to crops, which is particularly important in regions like Queensland, where agricultural runoff significantly affects waterways and ecosystems such as the Great Barrier Reef. WaterSave's systems are designed to be adaptable, allowing for the integration of new hardware and retrofitting for various IoT networks, thereby enhancing operational efficiency in agriculture and other sectors.

OutofBox Solutions Pty Ltd, founded in 2009 and based in Mount Waverley, Australia, specializes in developing innovative monitoring technologies aimed at enhancing livestock health and well-being. The company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine vision to create products such as Alfie, which identifies potentially harmful animals like foxes, as well as solutions focusing on foot health in livestock. By integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology, OutofBox Solutions aims to empower farmers with tools that boost productivity and improve returns on investment. Their commitment to advancing agricultural technology seeks to address the challenges faced in areas with lower technological awareness.

Bloombox Co creates a flower distribution system by connecting flower growers and buyers. The company helps reduce waste, improve profitability for growers, and remove barriers to consumption, providing flower lovers with a fresher product than ever before.

thingc Robotics specializes in providing on-demand farm workforce solutions through the use of artificial intelligence-powered robots. Headquartered in the United States and incorporated in 2017, the company develops lightweight, fully autonomous electric robots designed to perform various farming tasks, addressing the critical challenge of accessing skilled labor in the agricultural sector. Its initial product, an automated weeding robot, targets the organic horticulture industry, where labor costs are increasingly burdensome. thingc's business model includes a "Weeding-as-a-Service" offering, which allows farmers to receive weed-free areas for a flat per-hectare rate. The company also aims to enhance farm productivity by integrating advanced data insights and technology implementation, helping farmers make informed decisions to optimize resources and increase yields. Future developments will expand the robot's capabilities to accommodate additional farming functions.

Farmapp is revolutionising food production management by helping growers embrace technology. Farmapp has developed an Integrated Pest Management software-based service for crops. The solution includes a combination of scouting and fumigation apps with sensors and IoT automation