Phyllome operates fully automated, indoor plant factories using robotics and AI to produce fresh vegetables year-round. This controlled environment agriculture approach reduces supply chain volatility and minimizes water and fertilizer usage compared to traditional farming. The company delivers hyper-local, nutrient-dense produce with harvest-to-plate times under eight hours.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional agriculture faces challenges such as climate change, soil degradation, water scarcity, and supply chain disruptions, leading to inconsistent yields and nutritional content in produce. Businesses also struggle with managing chilled warehouse inventory and volatile supply chains, impacting freshness and availability.
Solution
Phyllome offers a fully automated, AI-powered plant factory system that provides fresh produce on-demand, mitigating the risks associated with traditional farming. Their vertical farming approach recycles 98% of water and fertilizers, eliminates the need for soil, and protects crops from adverse weather conditions. By integrating directly into existing procurement systems, Phyllome ensures a consistent, daily supply of produce with enhanced nutritional value, delivered within hours of harvest. The system's biomedical applications also extend to growing food with advanced medicinal properties.
Target Audience
Phyllome primarily targets businesses, including food service providers, retailers, and healthcare organizations, seeking a reliable and sustainable source of fresh, high-quality produce.
Features
- Fully automated plant factories utilizing robotics and AI for precise environmental control
- Vertical farming system that recycles 98% of water and fertilizers
- Integration with existing procurement systems for on-demand supply
- Daily harvesting and delivery, ensuring produce reaches customers within 8 hours
- Enhanced nutritional content and flavor profiles compared to traditionally grown produce
- Weatherproof design, protecting crops from climate change and adverse conditions
- Biomedical applications for growing food with advanced medicinal properties