Description
CleverFarm is a digital agriculture platform providing precision farming tools and real-time farm management. It helps optimize fertilizer and irrigation inputs, improve productivity, and support sustainable practices through data-driven decision-making. The platform integrates IoT sensors, weather forecasting, satellite data, and mobile/web applications to streamline agricultural operations and enhance resource efficiency.
Technology
CleverFarm combines IoT sensors for soil and climate monitoring, satellite imagery, and mobile/web-based apps. It uses cloud-based infrastructure for data processing and integrates AI to support decision-making. The system includes GPS and GIS technologies for field mapping and supports integration with telematics systems to track machinery and input use.
Target
The main users of CleverFarm are commercial farms, farm managers, and advisors. While designed primarily for medium to large-scale farms, some features can support smallholder farmers, particularly those using advisory or input-saving tools. As of 2024, the platform is active across Europe, Latin America, and Africa.
Business model
CleverFarm operates under a subscription-based model. The core services are offered as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), with additional freemium features such as weather updates. Advanced modules (e.g., variable rate application, telematics integration) are provided under fee-for-service plans. Initial investment support was provided by Natland Group.
Impact
CleverFarm contributes to input cost reduction (up to 20% fertilizer savings), higher yields, and water-use efficiency through automated irrigation. It enhances traceability, reduces manual operations, and improves land and input management. The platform also supports climate adaptation by providing weather data and remote crop monitoring.
Partners
Gisat; Natland Group; Sigfox; Solidus Tech s.r.o.
Four Betters
Better production
Better environment
