JR Automation Invests $4M+ in Forever Feed’s Automated Farming Technology
Strategic Partnership Advances Agricultural Automation
Forever Feed Technologies (FFT) has secured a strategic investment exceeding $4 million from JR Automation. This partnership will deploy eight advanced indoor grow systems. Core component orders are scheduled for Q4 2025.
Revolutionizing Animal Feed Production
Each FFT Grow System produces up to 50 tons of sprouted grain daily. The technology uses 95% less water than traditional alfalfa farming. This automated system can feed over 2,500 dairy or beef animals consistently.
Proven Success at Innovation Center
The first commercial-scale system launched in October 2024. It operates at the FFT Innovation Center on River Ranch Dairy in California. This installation demonstrated the system’s commercial viability and efficiency.
Significant Operational Benefits
FFT systems provide multiple advantages for livestock operations. They ensure feed supply security despite market disruptions. Farmers also achieve sustainability goals while maintaining production quality.
Industry Leadership Perspective
Jack de Jong, CEO of Forever Feed, emphasizes the technology’s impact. “Our system improves feed efficiency,” he states. “Cows consume less while maintaining or increasing milk production.”
Environmental Commitment
Dave DeGraaf, CEO of JR Automation, highlights sustainability goals. “This investment reflects Hitachi’s environmental stewardship,” he notes. “We’re preserving vital resources through scalable agricultural solutions.”
Land Use Efficiency
A single FFT system replaces approximately 700 acres of traditional farmland. It also reduces transportation needs, fuel consumption, and associated emissions significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the investment value?
JR Automation invested over $4 million in Forever Feed Technologies.
How much feed does each system produce?
Each FFT Grow System generates up to 50 tons of sprouted grain daily.
What are the water savings?
The technology uses 95% less water than conventional alfalfa farming.
Where was the first system installed?
The initial system operates at River Ranch Dairy in Hanford, California.
How many animals can one system feed?
A single unit supports over 2,500 dairy or beef animals.
About the Companies
Forever Feed Technologies specializes in automated indoor growing systems for animal feed. The company operates facilities in California and Utah. JR Automation, part of Hitachi Group, provides integrated manufacturing solutions worldwide with 2,000 team members across 21 global facilities.
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