Montgomery, United States
Microbiometer, a product by Prolific Earth Sciences, offers an innovative solution to soil health diagnostics. Founded in 2014 by Dr. Judith Fitzpatrick, Dr. E. Brady Trexler, and James Sottilo, the company is at the forefront of Agriculture, Sustainability, and AgriTech industries.
Their flagship product, the microBIOMETER®, combines smartphone technology with soil testing to provide a rapid, quantitative analysis of microbial biomass and fungal to bacterial ratios — all in just 20 minutes for approximately $10. This cost-effective and user-friendly test addresses previous industry challenges by offering consistent and reliable data, crucial for promoting organic farming and sustainable agricultural practices. The app is accessible through mainstream platforms, facilitating use and data storage worldwide.
Based in the United States, the company last secured a $60.00K Seed Round on 05 January 2022, primarily backed by co-founder Judith Fitzpatrick. Microbiometer holds significant promise for further supporting global soil health and counteracting climate change through innovative technology.
