Iron ox

Iron Ox is a Y Combinator-backed AgTech company based in San Carlos, California, founded in 2015.

The company focuses on developing robotic greenhouses to cultivate sustainable produce. By combining robotics, plant science, and machine learning, Iron Ox aims to address global food security and climate challenges through innovative farming practices. The company's primary offering is autonomous robotic farming systems that function in controlled indoor greenhouse environments. These systems utilize machine learning and computer vision to cater to individual plant needs, optimizing growing conditions and resource efficiency. Iron Ox specializes in growing leafy greens like romaine and butterhead lettuce, as well as culinary herbs such as basil and cilantro. With operational greenhouses in Gilroy, California, and Lockhart, Texas, Iron Ox is expanding its reach to serve areas with limited access to fresh produce.