Startup Profile
GEDYTE

Introduce yourselves

Tell us in three sentences who you are

GEDYTE is a startup combining artificial intelligence and modern sensor technology to revolutionize hobby and small-scale farming. With an innovative sensor box and an AI-powered app, we optimize growing conditions and make smart farming accessible to everyone. Our mission is to maximize crop yields while conserving resources like water and energy.

What challenge does your startup address and how did the idea for it come about?

The idea originated from observing that hobby and small-scale farming often rely on inefficient methods and excessive resource usage. Our co-founder envisioned democratizing access to smart farming while putting sustainability at the forefront. One of the biggest challenges was developing user-friendly technology that is both affordable and powerful.

Can you briefly explain how your solution operates and to what extent AI supports this solution?

GEDYTE uses a sensor box to collect environmental data, such as temperature, humidity and sunlight. This data is transmitted to our AI-powered app, which analyzes it and provides tailored recommendations for optimal growing conditions. AI helps identify patterns in the data and generates actionable insights, such as irrigation schedules or light optimization.

How does GEDYTE bring the principles of smart farming to the hobby- and small-scale farming sector?

A typical use case is a hobby gardener who uses our sensor box and app to monitor their greenhouse. The app notifies them when plants need water, temperatures are too high, or more light is required. This makes the entire growing process more efficient and sustainable.

What role does sustainability play in the development of an intelligent greenhouse?

Sustainability is at the heart of our mission. Our system relies on solar-powered energy for autonomy and optimizes water usage through precise predictions. By minimizing resource waste and maximizing yields, we empower users to farm in an environmentally friendly and economically viable way.

What vision drives your startup?

Our vision is to make smart farming accessible to everyone, regardless of the size of their operation. We aim to create a platform that enables anyone to produce healthy food with minimal effort and maximum efficiency while protecting the environment.

AI Startup Rising has been instrumental in helping GEDYTE lay the foundation for a successful startup. Through workshops, mentorship, and networking opportunities, the program provided us with the tools to sharpen our business strategy and enhance our technological approach. The connections we made and the guidance we received have been invaluable in advancing both our product development and market readiness.

Tizian Kernstock, IGNITION 2024