MOTION GRAZER AI SECURES INVESTMENT FROM MICHIGAN RISE
East Lansing, MI – Motion Grazer AI, a Michigan-based AgTech company dedicated to improving the health and welfare of farm animals, has secured an investment from Michigan Rise Pre-Seed Fund III.
Originating as a spinout startup from Michigan State University, Motion Grazer has developed the SIMKit device, designed to monitor livestock and offer tailored management strategies for improved health and increased productivity. The device uses depth-sensor cameras to create 3D images of animals. Using Motion Grazer’s proprietary algorithms, these images enable the detection of issues like animal lameness or unacceptable body condition in livestock. It provides personalized sensing, monitoring, and analysis, specifically aimed at enhancing animal health and productivity and enabling precision livestock breeding for sows.
“Most farmers traditionally use several qualitative methods to gather their own data on sow health,” said John McIntyre, CEO of Motion Grazer AI. “Our technology helps farmers gather highly accurate, cost-effective, quantitative information to predict livestock wellness with exceptional efficiency and profitability, potentially revolutionizing the livestock industry.”
The investment from Michigan Rise will help Motion Grazer AI advance product development, design, and marketing.
About Michigan Rise
Michigan Rise is a wholly owned venture capital subsidiary of the Michigan State University (MSU) Research Foundation, operated in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Michigan Rise provides early-stage funding to innovative companies that have the potential to transform industries and create jobs in Michigan.
About Motion Grazer AI
Motion Grazer AI evaluates animal gait, posture and condition via camera, computer and proprietary algorithms. With an initial focus on breeding swine, real-time health data and productivity predictions for individual animals is provided. The outcomes include increased farm efficiency and profitability along with improved animal health and productivity.