# Hortau

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/hortau

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Luis Obispo, US
- Website: www.hortau.com
- Total disclosed funding: $10M
- Latest round: Series C (Feb 4, 2016)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Hortau, Inc. specializes in precision irrigation management, offering innovative solutions that utilize real-time data to enhance irrigation efficiency and optimize fertilizer application for agricultural producers across North America.Founded in 2002 by Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, Hortau, Inc. is headquartered in San Luis Obispo, US. The company focuses on precision irrigation solutions and has successfully completed 9 deals, with the most recent funding round being a Grant of USD 6.8 mn on February 17, 2023, from Sustainable Development Technology Canada. To date, Hortau has raised a total of USD 20.00 mn.Hortau specializes in precision irrigation management, providing advanced solutions that leverage real-time field and soil data to optimize irrigation and fertilizer applications. Their core offerings include soil tension probes that relay critical moisture data to a user-friendly mobile web application, enabling growers to make informed irrigation decisions. Serving over 1,300 farms across North America, Hortau’s modular services cater to various agricultural sectors, addressing specific growing challenges while ensuring compatibility with all soil types.Hortau generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models and ongoing partnerships with agricultural producers. Their services include irrigation scheduling, automation, well-depth monitoring, and weather monitoring, which are integrated into their mobile platform. Clients benefit from customized solutions and ongoing support from certified specialists, allowing efficient resource management and maximizing productivity, ensuring a recurring revenue stream.In February 2023, Hortau, Inc. secured USD 6.8 mn in grant funding to further develop innovative solutions in irrigation, automation, AI, and sensing technologies. The company plans to design and launch new products aimed at enhancing agricultural efficiency. Additionally, Hortau is exploring expansion into new markets, focusing on regions with growing agricultural demands. This funding will support the advancement of their technology offerings and market entry strategies.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Feb 4, 2016, $10M — Advantage Capital, BDC Capital, Avrio Ventures, Capital régional et coopératif Desjardins

## Investors

- Advantage Capital — Series C
- BDC Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bdc-capital) — Series C
- Avrio Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/avrio-ventures) — Series C
- Capital régional et coopératif Desjardins — Series C