BeeHero, a precision pollination technology company based in Fresno, California, has launched HeroLink, a solar-powered data gateway designed to enable high-fidelity data collection in remote farmland areas.
The new system is an upgrade to BeeHero’s existing in-field infrastructure and is designed to help beekeepers and growers monitor crop pollination and hive health more reliably and sustainably. HeroLink is set for its first deployment across Australia’s almond orchards this July, during the country’s key pollination season.
BeeHero specializes in data-driven pollination services for commercial agriculture, using Internet-of-Things (IoT) sensors, AI-powered analytics, and real-time data monitoring to optimize the performance of bee colonies and improve crop yields. The company works with growers and beekeepers to make pollination more efficient and sustainable, and currently manages over 300,000 beehives globally.
The HeroLink device collects environmental and hive-related data—such as temperature, humidity, sound levels, and vibration—via BeeHero’s proprietary sensors and sends the information to the cloud. The data is then processed using artificial intelligence to offer insights into pollination activity and hive health. These insights are critical for identifying issues early, improving productivity, and reducing the risks of colony collapse and poor pollination.
What sets HeroLink apart is its new solar-powered design and an upgraded internal cellular antenna that can transmit data even in areas with little or no mobile reception. This makes the device highly suitable for large and remote farms, where connectivity has been a persistent barrier to adopting advanced agricultural technology.
“HeroLink isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a critical leap forward in building a resilient sensing network that meets the demands of modern agriculture,” said Omer Davidi, Co-Founder and CEO of BeeHero.
“By combining solar power with vastly improved connectivity, we are eliminating barriers to scale and bringing data transparency to even the most remote corners of commercial farmland. In doing so, we are empowering growers and beekeepers to monitor more hives, more often, with fewer infrastructure limitations—continuing to make precision pollination more scalable and sustainable.”
HeroLink also improves energy independence and extends the lifespan of each unit, reducing the need for frequent maintenance or battery replacements. With support for an unlimited number of sensors through a new communication protocol, the system allows higher-resolution data collection and expanded sensor networks without increasing infrastructure complexity.
BeeHero’s broader initiatives
This launch marks the fifth generation of BeeHero’s gateway infrastructure. The company has already deployed over 100,000 similar units across the US and Australia, contributing to over 25 million data samples collected daily.
The innovation also supports BeeHero’s broader initiative, “The Global Million Hives Network,” launched last month. This global effort aims to create the world’s largest data-based project for monitoring bee health. The solar-powered HeroLink units, with their ability to function in remote locations and connect to vast numbers of sensors, are central to this effort.
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HeroLink also aligns with BeeHero’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals by reducing electronic waste and minimizing environmental impact. Future software updates are expected to unlock additional features such as local light data collection, enhancing crop outcome forecasting and supporting further improvements in sustainable agriculture.
In recent developments, BeeHero has expanded its footprint in Australia by opening a regional headquarters to support local growers and beekeepers. The company also recently partnered with Hazera Seeds Ltd. to evaluate BeeHero’s Pollination Insight Platform in seed production fields around the world. The partnership aims to improve pollination outcomes and address the growing challenge of bee population declines.
Recognized for its innovation, BeeHero was named one of TIME magazine’s 100 Best Inventions of 2024 and was included in the World Ag Expo’s Top-10 New Products. HeroLink is expected to further strengthen the company’s position as a leader in agtech and sustainable pollination solutions.
