FENIC - field monitoring of nutrients in crops
FENIC leverages wireless plant electrophysiology sensors and AI-driven analysis to monitor crop nutrient stress before visual symptoms appear, optimizing fertilizer use and enhancing sustainability.
Overview
FENIC is an innovative solution for real-time monitoring of nutrient stress in crops, utilizing wireless plant electrophysiology sensors developed by Vivent. These sensors capture the internal electrical signals of plants, which are then interpreted by AI models to detect early signs of nutrient deficiencies, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrients, before they manifest visually. This proactive approach enables optimized nutrient interventions, potentially increasing crop yields, reducing fertilizer waste, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Technical specifications
- Wireless plant electrophysiology sensors: Capture electrical signals from crops to monitor nutrient stress.
- AI-driven predictive models: Analyze biosignals in conjunction with soil, moisture, and weather data to provide accurate early warnings.
- Integration with OCP tools: Provides real-time alerts and recommendations through OCP's fertilizer advisory systems.
- Ground-truth calibration: Ensures accuracy and biological validity through lab tissue assays.
- Multi-phase validation: Includes setup, calibration, integration, scaling, and impact assessment over a two-year project timeline.
Technology readiness level
This technology has reached a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 9, indicating it is fully validated and ready for commercial deployment. It has been tested and refined through extensive trials and integration phases, demonstrating its efficacy in real-world agricultural scenarios.
About Vivent SA
Vivent SA, operating as Vivent Biosignals, is a Swiss-based deep tech company that provides AI-powered plant biosignal monitoring. The company developed a platform that interprets plant electrophysiology in real-time, allowing users to detect stress, disease, nutrient imbalances, and drought well before visual symptoms appear. By tapping into plant signaling networks, the technology delivers actionable insights that enable more precise management of crops. Vivent operates internationally with a focus on sustainable agricultural practices and is a certified B Corporation.
The company serves a diverse range of customers, including greenhouse operators, indoor farms, and perennial crop growers, as well as partners involved in crop treatment, biostimulant development, and plant breeding. By enabling 24/7 monitoring of crop health, Vivent’s solutions help clients optimize resource use, increase yields, and reduce environmental impact. Headquartered in Gland, Switzerland, and founded in 2012, Vivent has secured multiple rounds of venture capital funding to scale its global operations and further advance its digital crop diagnostic capabilities.
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