Leading AgTech Firm FARMEYE Celebrates Official Office Opening with Inauguration by Minister Simon Coveney

Pictured: Minister Simon Coveney and Senator Aisling Dolan, along with FARMEYE’s Eoghan Finneran, Brendan Allen and Joe Desbonnet
 

FARMEYE, a leading innovator in agricultural technology, is delighted to announce the official inauguration of its new office in Monksland, Athlone, by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, Simon Coveney.

The opening of this new office marks a significant milestone for FARMEYE, underscoring their commitment to expansion and investment in the AgTech software sector. 

FARMEYE provides a measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) platform for natural capital on farms and in nature. The platform enables insights to be derived from soil health, farm carbon, and environmental data, enabling stakeholders in the agri-sector to improve performance and sustainability.

Speaking at the official launch of FARMEYE’s new offices, Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment Simon Coveney said:

“Ireland has the potential to become the Silicon Valley for AgTech software, and companies such as FARMEYE are leading the way.

“Ensuring all of us, as consumers, have sustainable food means we need verified and transparent data. Farmers and food producers also benefit from this data so that they can protect all our futures by sustainably managing our soil, water, and farmland habitats.

“FARMEYE is using innovative technology to provide the data that is central to the increased adoption of sustainable farming methods, a development so important to our global reputation as a food island.   

“With over 3.5 million acres mapped for soil health, FARMEYE now employs 20 people in Co. Roscommon and is exporting to eight countries internationally. FARMEYE is a leading light in Irish AgTech software.”

Senator Aisling Dolan, of the Galway-Roscommon constituency, said: 

“I am delighted to welcome Minister Simon Coveney to Monksland to open the new premises of a cutting-edge County Roscommon AgTech company. Dr Eoghan Finneran, based locally in Taughmaconnell, is one of the co-founders of FARMEYE, a successful and innovative venture with up to 20 staff. This demonstrates how Roscommon is leading the way in agricultural technology so that Irish farmers can promote good soil health and increase productivity. Congratulations to management and staff on this opening, marking the continued growth of FARMEYE and its positive impact on our local community.” 

Co-founder and CEO of FARMEYE, Dr Eoghan Finneran, said:

“As FARMEYE embarks on this new chapter, we remain steadfast in our mission to

revolutionise agriculture through cutting-edge technology and sustainable food production. Our aim is to empower farmers, agri-advisors, and agri-food companies with the digital tools and insights needed to optimise productivity while minimising environmental impact. We’re delighted to welcome Minister Conevey, Senator Dolan, and guests, to our official office inauguration and offer our sincere gratitude to all who have supported us to get to this point.”

Enterprise Ireland’s Manager for Industrial & Life Sciences, Cepta Duffy, said: 

“Today is a landmark day for FARMEYE and Enterprise Ireland has been proud to work with the company on its ambitious strategy since it was a spin out from University of Galway. Based in Roscommon, the FARMEYE team is building a global brand renowned for innovation and insight. We look forward to working with FARMEYE on its ambitious scaling agenda which delivers real benefits to farmers, consumers and the environment.”

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