Harvested Robotics Unveils Laser De‑Weeding Tractor in Weekly Startup Quiz

Harvested Robotics introduced its laser‑based de‑weeding system during the 255th edition of YourStory’s weekly “Lateral Sparks” quiz.

Edition 255 Quiz Publication

The quiz, released by YourStory, presented five real‑world entrepreneurial challenges, inviting readers to propose solutions.

Weed‑Control Challenge

One question asked participants to suggest more efficient weed‑removal methods than manual labor or pesticide spraying.

Entrepreneurial Solution

Founders Rahul Arepaka and George Mathew answered with Harvested Robotics’ RAKSHAK, a tractor‑mounted device that combines cameras, computer‑vision algorithms and lasers to identify and burn weeds while the tractor moves across the field.

Technology Details

RAKSHAK relies on visual sensors to distinguish crops from weeds, then activates a laser to destroy unwanted plants without chemicals.

Publication of Answers

The quiz article concluded with a link to the detailed answer, confirming the startup’s approach as the correct solution.

Current Status

Harvested Robotics continues to develop its laser de‑weeding platform, positioning it as a potential alternative to traditional weed control in agriculture.

Why it matters: The technology offers a chemical‑free method to reduce labor and pesticide use, addressing cost and environmental concerns for farmers across the Middle East and Egypt, where agriculture is a key sector.