Agriventures Welcomes Herdmind as a New Associate Member!
Agriventures is delighted to welcome Herdmind as the newest associate member of our community!
Herdmind is an innovative technology startup developing a cloud platform and IoT solutions designed specifically for the livestock sector. Their integrated system includes:
Rumen bolus with internal sensors for continuous health monitoring of animals;
Smart collar with GPS/LoRaWAN and virtual fencing, enabling efficient herd management and improved pasture mobility;
AI-powered MVP platform that supports early anomaly detection and optimizes pasture and herd management.
Herdmind is led by a strong and dedicated team: Anna-Maria Velkova (livestock farmer, Karakulak Farm), Vladimir Valev, and Ivan Tsantsarov, who bring together deep practical expertise and solid technological capacity.
By joining Agriventures, Herdmind strengthens our community and expands the innovation potential within the smart livestock sector. We look forward to future collaborative initiatives and new opportunities for development.
Welcome to Agriventures, Herdmind!
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