Autonomous Pest Management for California Strawberry Growers
TRIC Robotics provides autonomous nighttime UV-C and Bug Vacuum treatments that help California strawberry growers control mites, powdery mildew, botrytis mold, and lygus bugs while reducing pesticide use, lowering production costs, and improving crop quality and profitability.
Treated
Acres
1500+
Achieved Decrease in Pest & Disease Control Costs
70%
Achieved Increase in Grower Operating Income
18%
Proven by Science. Validated in Commercial Fields.
From USDA research to peer-reviewed publications and more than 1,500 acres of commercial California strawberry fields treated, TRIC’s autonomous UV-C and Bug Vacuum technologies have demonstrated measurable improvements in pest control, disease suppression, operating costs, and profitability for our customers.
Featured Case Studies
Real-world results from commercial growers and researchers using TRIC to manage pests, improve yields, and increase profitability.
Two-Spotted Spider Mite Reduction
▼97%
Spider Mite Egg Hatch Reduction
Published research confirms up to 97% spider mite egg suppression and the first documented Lewis mite egg control with UV-C.
Powdery Mildew Control
▼30%
Reduction in Powdery Mildew with UV-C
Growers reduced fungicide dependence while maintaining effective disease control.
Lygus Bug
Control
▼58%
Reduction in cat-facing damage
Commercial field study demonstrates reduced catfacing damage and improved grower profitability.
“Our team could see the results by just walking through the field. The plants looked healthier, especially on the Ravina varieties which are particularly susceptible to mildew. By removing sulfur, we cut the number of tractor passes in half, created a healthier environment for our employees and improved overall plant health.”
Anthony Reade
Director of Berry Production
Featured Interviews
Hear directly from the strawberry industry and our team about the impact of TRIC Robotics.
“The UV-C has worked great on our mildew throughout the year.”
Mason discusses the results he’s seeing in the field and why TRIC has become a valuable part of their IPM program.
Mason Davis
Grower Interview
“TRIC is the first company to bring UV-C to scale in strawberry.”
Sage shares his excitement for the impact that TRIC is having on strawberry pest control.
Sage Finch
PCA Interview
“Automation is the key to unlocking greater efficiency on the farm.”
Adam shares the mission behind TRIC and how our technology can transform pest management.
Adam Stager
Founder & CEO Interview
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