Taylor Farms, North America’s leading producer of ready-to-eat salads and healthy fresh foods, is delighted to announce the acquisition of FarmWise, an agricultural technology company specializing in precision weeding and thinning solutions. This strategic move underscores Taylor Farms’ dedication to advancing agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices while continuing to provide high-quality fresh foods to its partners.
FarmWise has earned recognition as a pioneer in agricultural automation, with its Vulcan technology offering cutting-edge solutions that help growers reduce reliance on manual labor, boost productivity, and embrace more sustainable practices.
“We believe in the FarmWise technology and think we have an important role to play with industry adoption in the specialty crop space,” said Ted Taylor, President of Taylor Farms Agricultural Operations. “This acquisition is another step forward in our mission to drive the future of agriculture with thoughtful and impactful innovation.”
FarmWise’s leadership echoed this enthusiasm in the future of ag-tech. “I’m incredibly proud of what our team has built,” said Tjarko Leifer, CEO of FarmWise. “The FarmWise Vulcan delivers a strong return on investment to vegetable growers today, and this is just the beginning. I’m more bullish than ever about a future where advanced robotics play a vital role in making farming more productive and sustainable.”
This acquisition is a natural fit as Taylor Farms continues to invest in advanced solutions that benefit the broader produce industry. The company is committed to ensuring a smooth transition for existing Vulcan customers and accelerating momentum behind the technology. It marks another step forward in Taylor Farms’ mission to simplify farming and promote sustainable agricultural practices industry-wide.
