Thomas Richards
CTO
Cordon Technologies
Cordon provides precision spraying technology for agricultural applications. Their system, featuring the Loop Mixer and Cordon Sprayer, optimizes foliar treatments to achieve significant material savings. This technology helps growers reduce chemical usage while maintaining effective crop protection.
- Agriculture Technology
- Clean Technology
- Hardware
- Internet of Things
Updated 2 days ago
Funding
Raised to date
$2.4MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
across 2 rounds
BD£1M · Seed
Announced Jun 2026 · from article date
Disclosed cumulative: $1.3M
Not on chart (date unknown): Pre-Seed £840K
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Founders
Jamie Hutchinson
Founder
Product
Problem
Vineyard managers face increasing pressure to reduce pesticide use due to environmental concerns, regulatory restrictions, and consumer demand for sustainably grown grapes. Traditional spraying methods often result in excessive pesticide application, leading to chemical runoff, soil contamination, and potential harm to beneficial insects. Inefficient application techniques also contribute to wasted resources and increased operational costs.
Solution
Cordon Technologies offers precision vineyard spraying equipment that significantly reduces pesticide consumption while maintaining optimal coverage. Their automated system utilizes advanced application techniques to minimize drift and ensure targeted delivery of pesticides to the vine canopy. By optimizing spray patterns and reducing overall pesticide volume, the technology minimizes environmental impact, lowers operational expenses, and supports sustainable vineyard management practices. The system's design also reduces soil compaction and facilitates a transition towards electrification and further automation in vineyard operations.
Target Audience
Vineyard owners, managers, and operators seeking to reduce pesticide usage, improve spray coverage, and adopt sustainable farming practices.
Features
- Precision spray nozzles with adjustable flow rates and spray patterns
- Real-time monitoring of weather conditions to minimize drift
- GPS-guided navigation for accurate and consistent coverage
- Automated data logging and reporting for pesticide usage tracking
- Reduced soil compaction through lightweight design
- Compatibility with electric power sources for reduced emissions