When you think of agricultural technology (agtech), it seems something of a contradiction. Agriculture involves growing crops. There’s no real-world shortcut or fast track in that plants require planting in appropriate seasons with access to light, water, nutrients, and time to grow. By comparison, tech is about speed, rapid prototyping, and timely deployment. But today's cannabis farmers are using technological innovation to improve the health of their crops, effectively monitor their yield, and comply with government regulations. Today's crop grower is more likely to carry an iPad than a pitchfork and consult a data platform instead of an almanac.
One company leading the way is Canada's Elevated Signals. The company has created a digital production management platform that leverages wireless IoT (Internet of Things) sensors and modern software tools to help optimize crop production and manage complex compliance requirements.