AI-powered insect monitoring tools

Empowering Sustainable Growth Through Precision Insect Monitoring

About Us

BugBug pioneers eco-conscious and AI-driven solutions for insect monitoring. Our growing suite of tools are built with the team’s unique intersection of deep expertise in the areas of: entomology, insect modeling, data science, machine learning, and precision agriculture. By seamlessly integrating AI with expert-driven insights and models, our solutions empower farmers and researchers to optimize pest management with unprecedented accuracy. Designed with a minimalist and sustainable philosophy, our solutions transform complex data into actionable intelligence, helping you make better decisions.

Our proprietary solution

The Insect Eavesdropper™ is a cost-effective pest monitoring device that uses ultra-sensitive microphones to detect pests, identify and count them. The Insect Eavesdropper™ captures the subtle sounds of insect feeding with high accuracy, and aims to assist in precision pest management in agriculture.

Rapid Detection

Swift detection of insects at their most economically damaging life stage, enabling real-time decision-making.

Accurate Identification

Unprecedented accuracy, with over 96% accuracy insect identification in pilot trials; far surpassing conventional methods for insect detection.

Non-Destructive

Our methods ensure minimal disruption to client operations and involve no destruction of valuable crops compared to existing practices.

Why Choose Bug Bug?

At BugBug, we prioritize sustainable growth. By ensuring that our solutions are rigorously tested by leading researchers, we focus on delivering solutions that are fit for every client’s specific context and help you thrive. Our commitment to our clients and environmental stewardship ensures that every BugBug tool not only meets today’s needs but also adapt to tomorrow’s challenges.

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In the Media

Five projects selected for WARF/Bayer Challenge Grant

Episode 143 – Insect Eavesdropper with Guest Entomologist Emily Bick, Ph.D.

March 27, 2024

Tech allows growers to ‘eavesdrop’ on insects

August 20, 2024

The Insect Eavesdropper

June 2, 2023

Identifying Pest Issues by Listening to Plants

January 17, 2024

Insect Eavesdropper: Digital Monitoring of Crop Pests Via Vibrational Signals

January 3, 2024

UW researcher develops ‘insect eavesdropper’ to help protect crops

February 16, 2024

60+ AgTech Pioneers to Showcase Breakthrough Innovations at World Agri-Tech in San Francisco

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