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AGRIST develops agricultural harvest robots that automate crop harvesting, reducing manual labor. Founded in Japan in 2019, the company uses AI and sensor data to optimize cultivation management.

Agri Info Design is an agricultural IT company based in Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan, founded in 2014. It develops tractor navigation and driving‑support software to enable precision farming, including GPS‑guided applications such as AgriBus-NAVI and related components like AgriBus-G+ and AgriBus-GMini. The company's technology focuses on improving spraying and cultivation accuracy, guiding tractors to travel in straight lines and pausing spray to prevent duplicate application, thereby reducing material costs. It also produces and sells aftermarket agricultural equipment, reflecting a practical, field‑oriented approach to helping farmers increase efficiency and sustainability in crop production.

Nileworks Inc. is an agtech company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced drone technology for the agricultural sector. Founded in 2015, the company develops fully automated aerial drones that utilize image processing and information technology to enhance farming efficiency. These drones are specifically designed for precision pesticide spraying and real-time diagnosis of crop health, allowing for the targeted application of fertilizers and agrochemicals tailored to individual plants. By reducing labor requirements and improving the yield and quality of agricultural produce, Nileworks aims to transform traditional farming practices and promote sustainable agriculture.

Agri Info Design is an agricultural IT company based in Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan, founded in 2014. It develops tractor navigation and driving‑support software to enable precision farming, including GPS‑guided applications such as AgriBus-NAVI and related components like AgriBus-G+ and AgriBus-GMini. The company's technology focuses on improving spraying and cultivation accuracy, guiding tractors to travel in straight lines and pausing spray to prevent duplicate application, thereby reducing material costs. It also produces and sells aftermarket agricultural equipment, reflecting a practical, field‑oriented approach to helping farmers increase efficiency and sustainability in crop production.

Drone Japan specializes in drone solutions tailored for various sectors, including engineering and pilot training, aerial photography, and advertising. The company is also involved in precision agriculture, offering planning, development, and consulting services that leverage drone technology to enhance farming practices. By utilizing advanced sensors and spectral cameras, Drone Japan provides essential agricultural data, such as crop-growing conditions and image analysis. Their innovative technology supports farmers in adopting efficient farming techniques while minimizing production costs, particularly in rice farming.

Dotterel Technologies develops noise reduction solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), serving sectors such as agriculture and cinematography. Founded in Auckland, New Zealand in 2015, the company offers passive noise reduction technology and active noise filtering.