TerraClear provides an automated rock picking service that utilizes drones and machine learning to identify and map rocks in agricultural fields, enabling farmers to efficiently manage rock removal. This technology significantly reduces labor time and prevents potential damage to crops during planting and harvesting.
Funding
$52.4M raised to dateRaised 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.
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Product
Problem
Removing rocks from agricultural fields is a labor-intensive and time-consuming process, often requiring manual labor and resulting in incomplete removal. Remaining rocks can cause damage to planting and harvesting equipment, leading to increased operational costs and reduced yields.
Solution
TerraClear provides comprehensive rock-picking solutions for agricultural fields, leveraging drone-based field mapping and machine learning to identify and remove rocks. The company offers a rock-picking service where service providers handle the entire process, providing flexible scheduling and thorough rock removal. Alternatively, farmers can utilize TerraClear's rock maps to precisely locate rocks and delegate picking tasks, or use the TC Rock Picker attachment with existing tractors for efficient rock removal. The system optimizes rock removal, reduces labor costs, and prevents equipment damage.
Target Audience
TerraClear targets farmers and agricultural service providers who need efficient and cost-effective solutions for removing rocks from fields, preventing equipment damage, and maximizing crop yields.
Features
- Drone-based field mapping using high-resolution imagery to identify rock locations
- Machine learning algorithms to analyze imagery and create precise rock maps
- Rock Picking Service for complete, labor-saving rock removal
- Rock Map application for mobile devices, enabling efficient and targeted rock picking
- TC Rock Picker attachment compatible with tractors, CTLs, and skid steers
- Optimized route planning software included with image processing software
- Increased load capacity and durability with the TC100 Rock Picker model
- Autonomy kits for future full automation capabilities