Taylor Farms, which is a leading producer of ready-to-eat salads and healthy fresh foods, announced its acquisition of FarmWise’s business, an agricultural technology robotics company specializing in precision weeding and thinning solutions.
This strategic deal reinforces Taylor Farms’ commitment to advancing agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices while continuing to deliver fresh foods to its customer partners.
FarmWise has been at the center of agricultural technology innovation – which has been recognized for its advanced automation and robotics systems that address critical farming challenges like precision weeding and thinning. Plus, its Vulcan technology enables farmers to efficiently reduce reliance on manual labor, optimize productivity, and adopt more sustainable farming practices.
This deal fits Taylor Farms as the company continues adopting advanced solutions that benefit the produce industry. And Taylor Farms will immediately begin assisting with a seamless transition to ensure continuity of service for FarmWise Vulcan customers.
This approach enhances the transition and furthers the innovative momentum behind the Vulcan technology. And this deal reflects Taylor Farms’ commitment to driving sustainable agriculture and supporting tools that simplify farming practices for growers everywhere.
KEY QUOTES:
“We believe in the FarmWise technology and think we have an important role to play with industry adoption in the specialty crop space. This acquisition is another step forward in our mission to drive the future of agriculture with thoughtful and impactful innovation.”
- Ted Taylor, President of Taylor Farms Agricultural Operations
“I’m incredibly proud of what our team has built. The FarmWise Vulcan delivers a strong return on investment to vegetable growers today, and this is just the beginning. I’m more bullish than ever about a future where advanced robotics play a vital role in making farming more productive and sustainable.”
- Tjarko Leifer, CEO of FarmWise
