<H1> FarmBot </H1> |
<H1> Open-Source CNC Farming </H1> |
<H2> Drag and Drop Farming </H2> |
<H2> Farm from Anywhere </H2> |
<H2> Completely Customizable </H2> |
<H2> Setup as fast as one hour </H2> |
<H2> Premium Hardware </H2> |
<H2> The Nuts and Bolts
Drivetrain
All FarmBots are powered by four powerful NEMA 17 stepper motors, GT2 timing belts and pulleys, and a stainless steel precision leadscrew.
Electronics
Our custom electronics feature TMC2130 stepper drivers with built-in stall detection and Raspberry Pi computers for web connectivity.
Plates and Brackets
Stamped and machined out of 6061 aluminum, our plates are tumble polished, sandblasted, and anodized to achieve a premium aesthetic.
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<H2> We've shipped over 1,300 FarmBots worldwide </H2> |
<H2> At home </H2> |
<H2> In class </H2> |
<H2> More Applications
FarmBot for Accessibility
Thrive Upstate is a non-profit in Greenville, South Carolina that provides people with disabilities services, opportunities, and support, so they may thrive. See how they use FarmBot for horticultural therapy and to empower individuals who otherwise could not grow their own food.
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Commercial Production
See how farmers big and small can use FarmBot technology to reduce labor cost, improve efficiency, control inputs, and test new growing methods. Finally, low-cost and repeatable experimentation is here.
Learn more →
Growing Food in Space
In 2017, FarmBot and other open-source food groups were invited to NASA to brainstorm open-source approaches to food production. See how FarmBot and our community of open-source contributors are helping humanity grow food in space, on the Moon, and Mars.
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<H2> What you can grow </H2> |
<H2> Yield </H2> |
<H2> FarmBot vs the Grocery Store
Cost
FarmBot grown veggies are significantly less expensive than those purchased at the grocery store. The return on investment period is estimated to be between six months and two years depending on what you grow.
See the math →
Sustainability
Compared to standard US veggies, those grown by FarmBot create 25% fewer CO2 emissions. Take FarmBot off-grid and the environmental benefits get even better.
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<H2> Which FarmBot is right for you? </H2> |
<H2> FarmBot Genesis </H2> |
<H2> FarmBot Express </H2> |
<H2> Not ready to order just yet? </H2> |
<H2> Tech Specs </H2> |
<H2> What you need to provide
Planter Bed
All FarmBots must be mounted to a raised bed or similar infrastructure. Neither materials for the bed nor soil are included with the kits because every installation will be different, and shipping lumber and soil would be prohibitively expensive.
Electricity
FarmBot must be plugged into a 110 or 220V outlet. The 30cm (1ft) power cord comes with a standard US 3-prong plug. You must connect this to your own extension cord if needed. Customers outside the US: you must provide a plug adapter if needed.
Water
FarmBot's water system has a 3/4″ female Garden Hose Thread (GHT) connection, meaning you can take a standard US garden hose and screw it into your FarmBot. You will need to provide a hose of the appropriate length.
Internet
FarmBot can only be controlled using the web app, so an internet connection is required. The Raspberry Pi has built-in WiFi, though you may need to reposition your WiFi router or install a repeater to ensure a reliable connection.
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<H3> Graphically design your farm by dragging and dropping plants into the map. The game-like interface is learned in just a few minutes so you’ll have the whole growing season planned in no time. </H3> |
<H3> The FarmBot web app can be loaded on any computer, tablet, or smartphone with a modern web browser, giving you the power to manage your garden from anywhere at any time. </H3> |
<H3> Using the manual controls, you can move FarmBot and operate its tools and peripherals in real-time. Scare birds away while at work, take photos of your veggies, turn the lights on for a night time harvest, or simply impress your friends and neighbors with a quick demo. </H3> |
<H3> Our easy-to-use sequence editor allows you to completely customize the way your FarmBot operates. With new support for variables, you can spend less time configuring and more time enjoying the fruits of your FarmBot's labor. </H3> |
<H3> Best of all, no coding is required; simply drag and drop basic commands into your desired order, adjust the parameters, and save. </H3> |
<H3> We've gone through great lengths to design, manufacture, and source only the highest quality components for our kits. </H3> |
<H3> And because everything is made from aluminum, stainless steel, and UV resistant ABS, FarmBot will last for years in outdoor environments. </H3> |
<H3> Customer ❤️ </H3> |
<H3> Where will you grow? </H3> |
<H3> Grow food for yourself, your family, and your community by installing FarmBot on a raised bed, urban rooftop, or in a small greenhouse at home. Fully automated, hyper-local food production has never been so attainable. </H3> |
<H3> Over 400 educational institutions have purchased FarmBot kits to engage and inspire the next generation of farmers, engineers, plant scientists, and coders. </H3> |
<H3> By tapping into our global community of schools, universities, DIYers, and professionals, your students will gain first hand experience working in a 21st century collaborative development workflow. Join us and bring this cutting-edge STEM-based learning and research experience to your students. </H3> |
<H3> FarmBot Express and FarmBot Genesis can grow all of the veggies needed by one person, continuously, for less cost after roughly 2 years than shopping at the average US grocery store. Meanwhile, our XL bots can serve a family of four with an ROI period as short as 1 year. Go MAX and achieve a return in 6 months. </H3> |
<H3> Genesis models offer enhanced capabilities, service larger areas, and have a greater ability to be customized and upgraded. They are designed for prosumers and enthusiasts willing to pay a little more to have every feature and capability at their disposal. </H3> |
<H3> Choose one of our Express models if you want to get your FarmBot set up as quickly as possible and only need it to do the basics. Express has been designed for the everyday user and efforts have been made to make these bots as affordable as possible. </H3> |
<H3> Size Comparison </H3> |
<H3> Express, Express XL, and Express MAX </H3> |
<H3> Genesis, Genesis XL, and Genesis MAX </H3> |
<H3> All kits ship FREE to US customers </H3> |
<H4> Easy and fun to assemble </H4> |
<H4> Drivetrain </H4> |
<H4> Electronics </H4> |
<H4> Plates and Brackets </H4> |
<H4> Scroll left to view more </H4> |
<H4> The Sudweeks Family </H4> |
<H4> John G. Wells, Ph.D. </H4> |
<H4> FarmBot for Accessibility </H4> |
<H4> Commercial Production </H4> |
<H4> Growing Food in Space </H4> |
<H4> How much food can FarmBot grow? </H4> |
<H4> Cost </H4> |
<H4> Sustainability </H4> |
<H4> Genesis </H4> |
<H4> Genesis XL </H4> |
<H4> Genesis MAX </H4> |
<H4> Express </H4> |
<H4> Express XL </H4> |
<H4> Express MAX </H4> |
<H4> Express v1.0 </H4> |
<H4> Genesis v1.5 </H4> |
<H4> Software </H4> |
<H4> Warranty </H4> |
<H4> Support Policy </H4> |
<H4> Planter Bed </H4> |
<H4> Electricity </H4> |
<H4> Water </H4> |
<H4> Internet </H4> |
<H5> Cedar City, Utah </H5> |
<H5> Associate Professor of Technology EducationVirginia Tech University </H5> |
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