TerraClear
Facts
- Sectors
- Agriculture, Agritech, Robotics, Hardware, Software, AI
- Stage
- Startup
TerraClear Launches TerraScout Autonomous Robot for High-Resolution Field Imaging and Rock, Weed Management
TerraClear launched TerraScout, an autonomous robot that captures ultra-high-resolution field imagery to help farmers manage rocks and weeds by converting data into actionable plans for existing farm equipment. The robot can cover over 1,000 acres daily at speeds up to 15 mph and operate autonomously for six hours, aiming to boost farming productivity.
Seattle’s Agtech Startups Like Carbon Robotics Garner $157M to Drive Sustainable Farming Amid Industry Growth
Seattle and the Pacific Northwest are becoming a major hub for agriculture technology, driven by local tech talent, innovative farming, and advances in robotics and AI. Despite a dip in agtech investments from 2021 to 2022, startups like Seattle-based Carbon Robotics are raising significant funding and developing sustainable farming technologies.
Devin Lammers Named CEO of TerraClear to Drive Growth After $15M Series A for Rock-Clearing AI Technology
Devin Lammers was appointed CEO of TerraClear, a rock-mapping and picking startup, to lead its market expansion following a $15 million Series A funding round. TerraClear develops AI-driven technology to help farmers remove large rocks from fields, addressing a common agricultural challenge.
TerraClear Raises $15M to Expand End-to-End Rock-Mapping and Picking Solutions for Farmers
TerraClear raised $15 million to expand its rock-mapping and picking technology, offering an end-to-end solution for farmers to efficiently remove rocks from fields using AI-driven hardware and software. The company plans to grow its sales team and partner with equipment manufacturers, providing services like drone field mapping and rock picking through service providers.
Seattle’s Aigen Unveils Solar-Powered Autonomous Weed-Zapping Robot Amid Data Challenges for Ag-Tech AI
Aigen, a Seattle startup led by Kenny Lee and Rich Wurden, has developed a solar-powered, self-driving robot for weed control and crop monitoring, aiming to be one of the first fully autonomous renewable-powered farming machines. Despite growth in ag-tech AI startups, challenges remain, particularly in acquiring sufficient ground truth data to train AI models effectively.
TerraClear raises $25M Series A led by Madrona to scale Rock Picker robotic stone-removal tech
TerraClear raised $25 million in a Series A led by Madrona Venture Group to scale production of its Rock Picker robotic implement that removes rocks from fields, addressing annual rock-related costs of $5,000–$150,000 for medium to large US farms. The Bellevue startup has sold out its first run, will expand mapping and clearance services, and plans broader compatibility and production increases.
TerraClear Raises $25M to Advance AI-Powered Rock-Picking Farm Technology with Fully Autonomous Version in Development
TerraClear, an ag tech startup founded by Brent Frei, has raised $25 million to advance its AI-powered rock-picking technology that helps farmers clear rocks from their fields efficiently. The company’s robotic Rock Picker can handle rocks up to 300 pounds, working with minimal soil disturbance, and is currently on its 14th prototype.
Pacific Northwest Software Founders Launch Ag‑Tech Startups — TerraClear, Carbon Robotics, Pollen Systems Draw Major VC Interest
Successful Pacific Northwest software founders are applying their startup experience to ag tech, drawing significant venture capital into farm-focused startups and developing robotics and marketplaces for agriculture. Examples include Brent Frei's rock-picking robots at TerraClear, Paul Mikesell's weed-zapping Carbon Robotics, and Keith McCall's Pollen Systems and Everyvine relaunch.
RipeLocker raises $5M to commercialize patented low‑atmosphere containers as USDA begins trials
RipeLocker, a Bainbridge Island ag‑tech startup, raised $5 million to sell patented low‑atmosphere containers that extend storage life for recently harvested flowers and produce, and the USDA has begun trials to see if the tech can reduce storage chemicals. The company is building 500 units—half for commercial customers in flowers, hops and berries and half for trials—with first sales starting this summer and total funding now at $12 million.
GeekWire Awards 2020 Goes Virtual; Ally Wins Startup of the Year as Bill Gates and Celebrities Celebrate
GeekWire held a virtual GeekWire Awards livestream honoring top Pacific Northwest tech companies and leaders across 12 categories, with winners accepting via Zoom and special video messages from figures like Bill Gates. Seattle startup Ally won Startup of the Year, and the event included entertainment such as The Drunken Tenorperforming an "Opera di Zoom."
Brent Frei
Brent Frei credits his success to hard work and dedication, which he learned from his parents and from growing up on his family’s farm in Idaho. Though he never felt the need to be in charge, his desire to be in an environment where everyone is sinking or swimming on their own merit, including himself, led him to become the founder of three companies. Brent’s first, Onyx, IPOed in 1999, and his second, Smartsheet, IPOed in 2018. Brent reflects on the early days at Smartsheet, including the time they were almost out of money and the business model they bet…
