Next-Generation Autonomous Plant Propagation at Scale
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Organization
Rooted-in-Tech, LLC
Award Date
Award Amount
250,000
Program Name
Small Business Research Loan
Program Category
Business Financing
Principal Investigator
Ricardo Hernandez
Fiscal Year
2026
Region
Research Triangle
Project Description:
Rooted-in-Tech of Apex received $250,000 to integrate autonomous-growing-modules (IP) and customized environmental recipes, allowing them to reduce farming risks, enhance plant quality, lower transportation costs, and boost yields. Rooted-in-tech is positioned to supply millions of plants across multiple crops, redefining the future of plant propagation.