In a significant milestone for agricultural innovation, Carbon Robotics recently secured $30 million in Series C financing, led by new investor Sozo Ventures, alongside existing supporters Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Liquid2, and Voyager Capital. This substantial investment will propel Carbon Robotics towards expanding its market reach across North America, optimizing manufacturing processes, innovating new software and hardware solutions, and venturing into international markets. With this latest funding round, Carbon Robotics' total financing now stands at an impressive $67 million.

The revolutionary LaserWeeder from Carbon Robotics epitomizes the seamless integration of AI, computer vision, robotics, and lasers to revolutionize weed control in agriculture. By precisely identifying weeds and targeting them for elimination, the LaserWeeder stands out as the ultimate solution for farmers seeking to minimize weed-related expenses while preserving crop health and soil integrity. Rob Freelen, managing director of Sozo Ventures, emphasized the transformative impact of Carbon Robotics' technology on farmers' profitability, highlighting the company's commitment to innovation and market leadership.

At the heart of Carbon Robotics' LaserWeeder lies its sophisticated array of 30 high-powered CO2 lasers, harnessing thermal energy to eradicate weeds with unparalleled precision, down to the millimeter. Unlike conventional weeding methods such as hand weeding or herbicides, the LaserWeeder offers a cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally friendly alternative that safeguards soil health and crop vitality.

With a track record of success spanning over 500 million weed eliminations across 40 different crops, Carbon Robotics continues to redefine weed control in agriculture. This year, the LaserWeeder™ is set to revolutionize farms across 17 U.S. states and three provinces in Canada, underscoring its widespread adoption and efficacy. Moreover, Carbon Robotics has expanded the LaserWeeder's capabilities with the groundbreaking LaserThinning feature, facilitating precise crop spacing and optimal growth for vegetable crops.

As Carbon Robotics embarks on its next phase of growth, industry experts Rob Freelen and Erik Benson will join the company's board of directors, bringing valuable insights and strategic guidance to drive innovation and market expansion. With its commitment to delivering cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable precision ag-tech solutions, Carbon Robotics stands poised to revolutionize farming practices worldwide, empowering growers to enhance productivity, profitability, and environmental stewardship.