DIT AGTECH

About DIT AGTECH

DIT AgTech, established in 2007, is a Toowoomba-based company specializing in agricultural technology for the Australian livestock industry. The company was founded by Mark Peart, who serves as the CEO. Mr. Peart, raised on sheep and cattle properties in Queensland and a graduate of Gatton Agricultural College, drew inspiration from the pioneering work of his father and uncle in water supplementation for cattle. His background also includes a 25-year career in aviation, founding several companies that served the agricultural sector, which provided him with deep industry connections and an understanding of the challenges faced by farmers.

The core of DIT AgTech's business is its proprietary water supplementation technology, which automates the delivery of liquid supplements into livestock drinking water. This addresses the significant cost and labor associated with traditional supplementation methods like lick blocks. The company operates primarily in the extensive agriculture market, serving large corporate beef and sheep producers across Australia. Its business model is structured around two main approaches: a full-service model for large enterprise accounts where DIT AgTech supplies the dosing systems and customers pay for the supplements used, and a 'razor-blade' model for smaller farms where customers purchase the system and commit to buying supplements to maintain the warranty.

DIT AgTech's flagship product is the uDOSE system, a proportional dosing dispenser that integrates with a farm's existing water infrastructure. This IoT-enabled device measures water flow and injects a precise amount of liquid supplement, ensuring each animal receives a consistent daily dose. The system allows for remote monitoring and control via telemetry, providing farmers with valuable data on supplement consumption. This technology leads to reported cost reductions of up to 50% in supplementation and increased production. The company offers a range of water-soluble supplements, including products for protein, phosphorus, trace minerals, bloat prevention, and stress reduction. A key offering is a supplement that also reduces methane emissions, positioning the company at the intersection of AgTech and ClimateTech. This system enables farmers to participate in carbon credit programs by measuring and verifying methane reduction.