FOTENIX

Fotenix is an agri-tech company that provides AI-driven crop monitoring and analytical solutions designed to improve farm profitability and sustainability. The company’s core technology utilizes three-dimensional multispectral imaging and machine learning to analyze crop health, enabling early detection of pest and disease outbreaks, nutrient deficiencies, and plant stress. By integrating this non-destructive imaging hardware with a cloud-based platform, Fotenix allows growers to transition from reactive management to precise, data-driven interventions. The system is designed to be easily installed and integrated into existing agricultural workflows, supporting applications such as automated quality control, crop scouting, and smart resource targeting for machinery like sprayers and harvesters.

These tools address critical challenges in modern agriculture, including labor shortages for manual monitoring, high operational costs, and the need to reduce chemical inputs. By providing actionable insights that improve resource efficiency and quality, Fotenix helps farmers increase productivity while minimizing environmental impact. Founded in 2018 as a University of Manchester spinout, the company has partnered with various agricultural organizations and research centers to scale its operations. It has secured support through government grants, venture capital, and industry-led programs to advance its product development and expand its presence in the horticulture and plant breeding markets.