Giesbeek/Warmenhuizen, February 23rd 2026
Bejo invests in Antonie to accelerate AI-driven innovation in seed production
This investment builds on an ongoing collaboration around CROP Monitor™, where drone and satellite imagery combined with AI are used to accurately monitor crop growth, diseases, weeds and yield in seed production fields. Together, we have trained AI models to recognize growth stages and deviations, with the goal of improving sustainability, efficiency and labor productivity.
Soon, LIFE Monitor™ will also be deployed, analyzing soil samples through high-speed imaging and automated nematode analysis to measure soil health and biodiversity.
John-Pieter Schipper, Managing Director of Bejo: “Our mission is to make high-quality vegetable seeds available worldwide for the cultivation of healthy vegetables for current and future generations. This includes investing in innovative technologies that contribute to sustainable agriculture and more efficient processes. The collaboration with Antonie has proven that AI and digital innovation can have a direct impact in real-world use."
For Antonie, following earlier Pre-Seed growth financing from Royal Eijkelkamp, this investment underlines growing confidence in applying AI to support the transition from chemistry to ecology.
Jerome H Mol, CEO and Co-Founder of Antonie: “Bejo is an international market leader, and a global player. Their investment and involvement give us the strength to further roll out our solutions internationally, executing on our vision and mission of Improving Soil Health."
Drone test flight over a beet seed production field in France with the aim of identifying aberrant plants.
About Antonie
Under the motto Improving Soil Health, Antonie transforms soil and crop intelligence through AI-powered monitoring at scale. Its solutions range from nematode-based soil biodiversity analysis (LIFE Monitor™) to real-time crop insights via drone and satellite imagery (CROP Monitor™).
From its base in Giesbeek (Wageningen), Antonie enables farmers, researchers, and policymakers to develop healthier soils, more resilient crops, and sustainable food systems.
For more information, visit: www.antonie.ai
About Bejo
Bejo is a globally leading vegetable breeder and producer of vegetable seeds, with operations in more than 30 countries and over 2,300 employees. As a family business, Bejo works closely with partners throughout the supply chain, from breeding to cultivation and processing. Innovation, sustainability, and quality are central to the mission to make healthy vegetables accessible worldwide. With an eye on the future and respect for nature, exploring nature never stops.
For more information, visit: www.bejo.com
