Mizusense
Mizusense creates an affordable, biodegradable wireless soil sensor using advanced printed transistor technology, paired with a user-friendly platform for data collection and analysis.
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Mizusense is a Delft, Netherlands-based company operating in the electronic equipment and instruments industry, with a focus on agritech solutions. The firm is developing a wireless soil moisture sensor that is both affordable and biodegradable, addressing critical cost and environmental concerns in modern agriculture. The core of its product is a novel printed transistor technology, which allows for the printing of silicon on paper, a development pioneered by the company's inventor, Rioi. This process significantly lowers the production cost, making the sensors approximately 10 times cheaper than existing solutions.
The company targets farmers in regions with high water costs, such as Almería in Spain and parts of Morocco, where water from desalination plants makes irrigation expensive. By providing precise soil moisture data, Mizusense enables farmers to optimize irrigation, which can reduce water usage by up to 40%. The data is collected and analyzed through a user-friendly digitalization platform, which can be integrated into broader farm management software. This helps in making informed decisions about fertilizer use and other farming activities, ultimately aiming to increase yields and reduce environmental impact.
Mizusense employs a subscription-based business model. The company plans to provide the sensors for free installation, along with a six-month free trial period. Following the trial, revenue will be generated through a subscription fee. This fee is structured to be a fraction—specifically, one-third—of the savings a farmer gains from reduced water consumption. For instance, if a farmer saves €2,300 per hectare on their water bill, Mizusense would charge approximately €760. The company received early-stage venture capital on March 1, 2024, from investors including Delft Enterprises, StartLife, and Thematic Technology Transfer.
Keywords: soil moisture sensor, biodegradable sensor, printed electronics, agritech, smart farming, precision agriculture, water management, irrigation optimization, sustainable agriculture, farm management software, printed transistor, Delft Enterprises, StartLife, Thematic Technology Transfer, low-cost sensors, agricultural technology, crop monitoring, environmental impact reduction, data-driven farming, soil health