Precision agriculture results when technology meets farming, and it’s what Nirby does best. The soil analytics startup, founded by Piotr Lazarek ENG25 W25, cuts down on CO² emissions and can lead to up to 40 percent savings on fertilizer costs.
Using data obtained from its own drones combined with satellite imagery from the European Space Agency, Nirby provides useful insights for farmers. The tool identifies the most productive zones of a field, even during the early stage of crop development, and recommends fertilizers accordingly. The company won the $50,000 grand prize in the 2024 Venture Lab Startup Challenge.
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