By commercializing their research, two University of Florida scientists are trying to get practical artificial intelligence (AI) tools into the hands of our state’s farmers. The goal is to build their business by increasing farm profitability, lowering the costs of inputs such as pesticides and labor — and feeding more people.
They are doing that by building a new business.
About two years ago, Nathan Boyd joined forces with Arnold Schumann — a frequent research collaborator — to form EZ Ag Innovations (EZ-AI). Boyd is the president, Schumann is the company’s chief scientific officer and Martyn Ballestero is the CEO.
EZ-AI technology – which is patented and licensed by UF — can help growers spray only weeds and minimize damage to surrounding crops, including strawberries and tomatoes.
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