Dogtooth Technologies

Dogtooth is thrilled to be featured in Interesting Engineering's recent video alongside other innovators driving the use of robotics in agriculture. With a shortage of skilled harvest labour, the global horticultural industry faces unique challenges. Growers are adopting new technologies to ensure crops are harvested efficiently and Dogtooth's robots are at the forefront, helping to create a more sustainable and resilient future for farming. Dogtooth is now selling its fifth generation robots to growers around the world. If you're interested in robotic harvesting on your farm, we'd love to talk to you. You can watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/eGzMfNnx #pickedbyrobot #strawberry #agritech #robotics #venturecapital

Earlier this year, Dogtooth's Software CTO Anders Johansson Associate Professor in Engineering Mathematics at Bristol University very much enjoyed working with Bristol Engineering student, Ben Winstanley. Ben used a state-of-the-art computer vision approach to create detailed 3D models of complex plant geometry. This ability is central to our robot's ability to pick delicate berry fruits without damage to other parts of the plant. Rather than grasping the body of the fruit, our robots work by gripping and cutting their stalks - an approach that helps to minimize cross contamination and bruising (and that Dogtooth has patented worldwide). For the robot to position its cut/grip end effector with sufficient precision, it must form detailed and accurate 3D models in real time. #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot

Earlier this year, Dogtooth's Software CTO Anders Johansson Associate Professor in Engineering Mathematics at Bristol University very much enjoyed working with Bristol Engineering student, Ben Winstanley. Ben used a state-of-the-art computer vision approach to create detailed 3D models of complex plant geometry. This ability is central to our robot's ability to pick delicate berry fruits without damage to other parts of the plant. Rather than grasping the body of the fruit, our robots work by gripping and cutting their stalks - an approach that helps to minimize cross contamination and bruising (and that Dogtooth has patented worldwide). For the robot to position its cut/grip end effector with sufficient precision, it must form detailed and accurate 3D models in real time. #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot

Dogtooth recently welcomed some members from Produced in Kent to a demonstration of robotic strawberry picking at a commercial farm in Kent. Members from a wide range of backgrounds enjoyed a presentation from our CEO Duncan Robertson outlining Dogtooth's journey before seeing our robot fleet picking in the field. Several generations of robots were on display, picking the everbearer crop highly effectively, as they do throughout the season. The first teams of fifth generation robots to be owned by farmers/growers will be delivered next year, which will be momentous for the soft fruit industry. Get in touch to find out more... #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot

Dogtooth has teamed up with the 100-year-old Cambridge bakery, Fitzbillies, who have crafted a delicious strawberry and cream bun as their July special, made with strawberries picked by our harvesting robots. Nothing gets past our engineers without being tested. We can confirm that these buns have been thoroughly tested, and they are absolutely delicious! If you are local to Cambridge, these limited-edition buns are available until July 31st at all Fitzbillies branches. #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot #fitzbillies

Dogtooth has teamed up with the 100-year-old Cambridge bakery, Fitzbillies, who have crafted a delicious strawberry and cream bun as their July special, made with strawberries picked by our harvesting robots. Nothing gets past our engineers without being tested. We can confirm that these buns have been thoroughly tested, and they are absolutely delicious! If you are local to Cambridge, these limited-edition buns are available until July 31st at all Fitzbillies branches. #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot #fitzbillies

We had a fantastic time at Fruit Focus yesterday, the UK's premier technical event for the fruit industry. Our team thoroughly enjoyed engaging with visitors, discussing our latest projects, and unveiling exciting plans for our new generation robot. It was also inspiring to see other innovative technologies making waves in the industry. In 2024, Dogtooth is selling fifth generation robots, starting with a glasshouse version followed by a polytunnel version soon after. We’re expanding our outreach globally. If you're interested in robotic harvesting on your farm, we'd love to connect!  Get in touch with us to find out more about our Early Access Program to stay updated and get exclusive benefits. #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot #fruitfocus

Our CEO Duncan Robertson was delighted to participate in this week's episode of The FoodTalk Show with Susie Warran-Smith CBE DL and Oliver Lloyd - and to discuss Dogtooth's on-going progress in the area of dextrous harvest automation. Do listen in via the link below!

You will want to turn the sound up on this video! It is the sound of a team of our fourth generation robots picking overnight in an otherwise deserted glasshouse. These robots have been operated for 16 hours a day throughout 2024 - including at night, when cooler conditions can sometimes help to prolong the shelf life of picked fruit. Now our next generation “Gen5”  robots are capable of being used for up to 24 hours a day. Not only does this increase their productive output, but the flexibility of operating robots for one, two, or three eight-hour shifts helps our customers to cope with the peaks and troughs of production. #venturecapital #agritech #robotics #strawberry #pickedbyrobot

A nice birds eye view of one of our third generation robots picking in a crop row at Dyson Farming...