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GrazeMate

Robot Cowboys that Herd Cattle with AI Drones

Y CombinatorWinter 2026ActiveIndustrialsAgricultureReinforcement LearningDronesComputer VisionAgriculture

What they do

Problem

Large cattle ranches need an efficient way to move and monitor herds across vast land without relying on labor-intensive, costly helicopters, motorbikes, or horses.

Solution

GrazeMate provides autonomous AI-powered drones that herd cattle on command while collecting ranch analytics like weight estimates, grass biomass, water levels, and health flags.

Who it's for

Large cattle ranches and graziers managing herds across large-acreage operations.

Founders

Sam Rogers
Founder

CEO of GrazeMate, Inc. Spent half my life on a cattle farm, and the other half building robots.

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