Kubota Invests in Kilter, Strengthening Global Ambitions in Precision Agriculture
PRESS RELEASE
Oslo, Norway – February 18, 2026
Validated by a global industrial leader and backed by long-term shareholders, Kilter secures EUR 6.5 million in new financing and is accelerating toward its next phase of scalable, technology-driven growth.
Kilter, a Norwegian ag-tech company developing autonomous precision weeding solutions, today announced a strategic investment from Kubota Corporation, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of agricultural machinery and a global distributor with operations across Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Oceania.
We believe that Kilter offers an outstanding solution to help farmers manage weeds more efficiently and sustainably. We are excited to work alongside Kilter and our co-investors to support the company’s next phase of growth. This investment reflects our ongoing commitment to strategically investing in and actively supporting innovative startups from Kubota’s global perspective
Miquel Albareda, Manager Corporate Development, Kubota Corporation.
The investment marks an important milestone for Kilter as the company enters its next growth phase and advances toward a Series B financing round. Kubota’s participation provides strong industrial validation of Kilter’s technology, market positioning, and long-term vision for sustainable and scalable agriculture.
A Strategic Industrial Partner with Global Reach
Kubota is globally recognized for its leadership in agricultural machinery, engines, and smart farming solutions, serving farmers in more than 120 countries. Its investment in Kilter reflects a shared belief in the role of automation, precision spraying, and data- driven field operations as critical enablers of more sustainable food production.
Beyond capital, the partnership brings deep industrial expertise, market insight, and global distribution experience, further strengthening Kilter’s ability to scale internationally.
This investment confirms that Kilter’s technology and business model are ready for the next phase. With Kubota as a strategic investor, we are accelerating execution, scaling globally, and laying a strong foundation for our Series B
Anders Brevik, Managing Director at Kilter.
Strong Continued Support from Existing Shareholders
While Kubota’s investment represents an important strategic endorsement, the majority of the capital in this round has been provided by Kilter’s existing shareholders, demonstrating continued confidence in the company’s execution, technology, and market traction.
Among these are Pymwymic, a leading SFDR9 compliant impact investment fund focused on regenerative agriculture and sustainable food systems, and SBG Invest, a solid Norwegian family office that has consistently supported Kilter through multiple phases of growth.
The continued backing from our existing shareholders is a strong signal of long-term confidence in Kilter. Combined with Kubota’s strategic involvement, we now have an ownership structure that supports both disciplined growth and global ambition as we move into our next phase
Kristoffer Magnor, Managing Director at Kilter.
As a long-term shareholder, we have followed Kilter closely through multiple stages of development. The continued progress of the company, combined with Kubota joining as a strategic investor, reinforces our conviction in Kilter’s technology, team, and long- term potential
Michael Sars Norum, Chairman of the Board at Kilter and representative of SBG Invest.
Complementary Industrial Partners Across the Agricultural Value Chain
With both Kubota and Nufarm as shareholders, Kilter is uniquely positioned at the intersection of agricultural hardware, crop protection, and precision application technology. Together, these partnerships strengthen Kilter’s ability to develop solutions that reduce chemical use, improve targeting, and support farmers in meeting both economic and regulatory demands.
The combination of expertise across machinery, agronomy, and crop protection provides Kilter with a strong industrial ecosystem as it scales its platform globally.
Positioned for the Next Growth Phase
Kilter has established commercial operations with farmers across Northern Europe and is expanding further into key international markets. With a growing installed base, increasing demand for precision agriculture solutions, and a strong pipeline of strategic partnerships, the company is now preparing for a Series B round aimed at accelerating global scale-up, industrialization, and continued product development.
This investment is not only about capital,” Magnor added. “It is about alignment. We are building a global company with strong industrial partners and high-conviction investor base who share our ambition to transform agriculture, step by step, field by field.
Over the last 18 months, Kilter has strengthened its technology and team, proving its unique droplet technology delivers real value for farmers at scale in the field. This investment validates that traction and strengthens Kilter’s strategy alongside two industry-shaping players - Kubota and Nufarm
Rogier Pieterse, Managing Partner of Pymwymic.
About Kilter
Kilter is a Norwegian ag-tech company developing autonomous precision weeding and spraying solutions for high-value crops. Founded to address the growing challenges of labor shortages, rising input costs, and increasing regulatory pressure on chemical use, Kilter combines robotics, artificial intelligence, and precision spraying technology to enable more sustainable, efficient, and scalable field operations.
Kilter’s flagship system, AX-1, is designed for selective application in row and bed-based crops, allowing farmers to significantly reduce chemical usage while maintaining crop yield, crop health, and operational efficiency. The company has been in commercial operation with farmers since 2021 and today serves customers across Northern Europe, with ongoing expansion into additional international markets.
Headquartered in Norway, Kilter is backed by a group of long-term industrial and financial shareholders and works closely with leading farmers and partners to continuously refine its technology. With a growing installed base, expanding product portfolio, and strong demand for precision agriculture solutions, Kilter is building a global platform for the next generation of sustainable farming.
The current funding round is, in addition to Kubota, backed by SBG Invest, Pymwymic, Nufarm, Halden Pensjonskasse, ProAgInvest, Natural Ventures, and other smaller shareholders.
For more information contact;
Anders Brevik, Managing Director
anders.brevik@kiltersystems.com
Kristoffer Magnor, Managing Director
kristoffer.magnor@kiltersystems.com
Anne Kristiansen, Head of Marketing
anne.kristiansen@kiltersystems.com