Farmblox

Farmblox is a US-based agricultural technology startup that advances remote farm monitoring and automation through an AI-powered sensor platform. Founded by Nathan Rosenberg, the company provides plug-and-play sensors and controllers that enable farmers to customize their own automation systems without requiring technical expertise.

The Farmblox platform aggregates real-time in-field data from soil moisture sensors, weather monitors, and other IoT devices, allowing farmers to access comprehensive farm data through phones or computers. The system addresses critical farming challenges by combining a sensor ecosystem, carbon sequestration monitoring, and AI-driven workflows.

Remarkably, the company now covers more than 14,000 acres of farmland, having signed 55 farms in just 18 months. Rosenberg credits this rapid adoption to Farmblox's approach of giving farmers control to customize and implement systems themselves, rather than requiring technical consultants or complex installations.

In July 2024, Farmblox raised $2.5 million in seed funding led by Hyperplane, with participation from Slow Ventures, MHS Capital, and Service Provider Capital. The funding supports expansion of the platform's capabilities and customer base. The company claims its solutions deliver up to 50% savings in labor costs, reduced water usage, and new revenue streams for modern farming operations.