Turkey
SUMATRIX BIOTECH is a Turkey-based startup, founded in 2021, operating at the intersection of Agriculture, Biotechnology, and Waste Solution industries. The company focuses on hydrogel-based agricultural technology aimed at sustainable and pesticide-free vertical farming, as expressed in their slogan.
The company's flagship innovation, the HydroGelPonic system, leverages a unique substrate named Jellylose. This superhydrophilic hydrogel, crafted through microbial fermentation, offers an eco-friendly solution by being both biodegradable and edible. Jellylose provides necessary nutrients to plants, reduces waste, and enhances the sustainability of vertical farming operations.
The integration of IoT technology within the HydroGelPonic system facilitates significant efficiency gains through real-time monitoring and optimization of environmental conditions, thereby streamlining operational expenses. As of now, SUMATRIX BIOTECH has not received any last recorded investment, presenting a potential opportunity for investors seeking to support innovative, sustainability-focused ventures in agriculture.