Baltimore’s Minnowtech raises $1M in preparation for commercial product launch

Baltimore startup Minnowtech has raised over $1 million for the commercial product launch of its shrimp counting device, which is planned for April 22, co-founder Ken Malone said. Minnowtech will launch its shrimp biomass counter, the BRS-1, through a paid trial, with Minnowtech providing six months of free biomass readings and support to select partners. The company also offers partners a discount on the device, which resembles a small fire hydrant. After placing the device in the water, farmers are able to get statistics on the biomass of their shrimp.