Bonsai Robotics Inc., a pioneer in agriculture AI solutions, has launched Teletrace™, a proprietary telemetry platform designed to bridge the gap between autonomous and conventional farm equipment. This innovative solution enables growers to monitor and manage their entire fleet through a unified digital interface, regardless of the equipment's make, model, or autonomy level. The platform is powered by the Topcon CL-55, a compact telemetry device that connects to the CAN bus standard interface found on most modern tractors and implements, facilitating real-time data transmission via Topcon’s CloudLink service.
The introduction of Teletrace™ represents a pivotal moment in agricultural technology, offering growers unprecedented control over their operations. By digitizing job dispatching and implement control, the platform significantly reduces operator error and paves the way for phased autonomy adoption without the need for costly equipment upgrades. Tyler Niday, CEO and co-founder of Bonsai, emphasized the platform's role in transforming orchards from 'offline black holes of information' into connected, intelligent systems.
Bonsai's vision-based autonomy stack, capable of operating under challenging conditions such as dense canopy and uneven terrain without relying on GPS, underscores the company's commitment to innovation in harsh environments. Successful deployments in almond, pistachio, and citrus operations in California and Australia have demonstrated the platform's versatility in automating tasks like spraying, mowing, and disking, while also tracking conventional equipment.
This development is not just a technological advancement but a necessary step towards sustainable and efficient farming practices. By enabling the management of diverse machinery across brands and autonomy levels from a single platform, Bonsai is setting a new standard for digital agriculture. The implications for the industry are profound, offering the potential to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve crop yields through smarter equipment management.


