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Chad Johnson

@1benanna

Father of two, husband (of one), teacher of many! Passionate about providing innovative opportunities for kids to learn about technology and energy!

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Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It has been an exciting spring / early summer here at Grain Weevil. Check out our newest robot doing a little crust bustin'!

Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Check out the Grain Weevil team on the Pivot Bio Farm Next show on Monday August 1st at 7:00 PM Central on RFD-TV Then go check out all of the other cool startups at pivotbio.com/farm-next and vote for your favorite! Pivot Bio youtube.com/watch?v=yCAH26…

Grit Road Partners (@gritrd) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We are excited to OFFICIALLY announce the new name and transition of Burlington Capital Ag-Venture to Grit Road Ag-Venture. New name, still leading the charge to build early stage AgTech in the Midwest! burlingtoncapital.com/partnership-an…

Mike Tobias (@mtobiasne) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Two more Heartland Emmy NATAS nominations for "What If..." stories!!! "Fungus Creations" in the Environment/Science category. Watch here: bit.ly/3GMpn16 "Grain Weevil" in the technology category. Watch here: bit.ly/3wWUzHj Winners announced July 15. #WhatIfNebraska

Two more <a href="/HeartlandEmmy/">Heartland Emmy NATAS</a> nominations for "What If..." stories!!!

"Fungus Creations" in the Environment/Science category. Watch here: bit.ly/3GMpn16

"Grain Weevil" in the technology category. Watch here: bit.ly/3wWUzHj

Winners announced July 15.
#WhatIfNebraska
Aurora News-Register (@newsregisteranr) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Grain Weevil wins innovation award. Robot named NBDC ‘Innovation of the Year’ for 2022. Get the latest update on this dynamic local engineering start-up company in this week's ANR Ag Life report. auroranewsregister.com

Grain Weevil wins innovation award.  Robot named NBDC ‘Innovation of the Year’ for 2022. Get the latest update on this dynamic local engineering start-up company in this week's ANR Ag Life report. auroranewsregister.com
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Grain Weevil is now offering limited services! While we complete our robot development and production, our services will enable you to take advantage of the Grain Weevil benefits before you can own one of your own. grainweevil.com/services

Grain Weevil is now offering limited services! While we complete our robot development and production, our services will enable you to take advantage of the Grain Weevil benefits before you can own one of your own. grainweevil.com/services
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We're excited to introduce another BinAssist Network partner, Midwest Grain Tech. Located in central Iowa, Midwest Grain Tech specializes in grain management products like the AGI BinManager, OPI Blue products and now Grain Weevil services to do the work that no human should.

We're excited to introduce another BinAssist Network partner, Midwest Grain Tech. Located in central Iowa, Midwest Grain Tech specializes in grain management products like the AGI BinManager, OPI Blue products and now Grain Weevil services to do the work that no human should.
U.S. National Science Foundation (@nsf) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#NSFSBIR Grain Weevil is keeping farmers safe with a life-saving robot that keeps humans out of dangerous confinements like grain bins. A father-son duo designed a robot that can break up crusts and level, inspect, feed and map grain. bit.ly/4ef3hW5 📷 Saturn's Lens

#NSFSBIR <a href="/Grain_Weevil/">Grain Weevil</a> is keeping farmers safe with a life-saving robot that keeps humans out of dangerous confinements like grain bins. A father-son duo designed a robot that can break up crusts and level, inspect, feed and map grain. 

bit.ly/4ef3hW5

📷 Saturn's Lens
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Moisture content matters–how grain is leveled affects drying efficiency. When grain is piled unevenly air struggles to move through the bin. A level grain bin isn’t just about storage; it’s about maximizing efficiency & protecting farmers' investments–because every kernel counts.

Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Farmers, a friendly reminder while you prepare for grain bin clean out season. The easiest way to prevent Farmer’s Lung is by limiting exposure. Grain Weevil is helping keep farmers healthy by keeping them out of the bin.

Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Grain Weevil robots are available now for May delivery. Right now, get $500 off your robot package. Get yours in time to clean out your bins and be set up for success next harvest. Contact your local BinAssist Partner or head to bit.ly/4icsEsT to lock in your robot.

Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Managing grain bins is tough work. It's time consuming, exhausting, and, worst of all–dangerous. That's why we built the Grain Weevil robot. Let the Grain Weevil do the hard work for you so you can keep your boots out of the bin.

Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Grain Weevil has made it to Brazil! We are at Agrishow with our partners Ag4Up and our hosts Procer, introducing the robot to farmers and Agri-businesses from around the world.

Grain Weevil has made it to Brazil! We are at Agrishow with our partners Ag4Up and our hosts Procer, introducing the robot to farmers and Agri-businesses from around the world.
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

You know the risks inside a grain bin — and you’re not taking chances. With the Grain Weevil robot, you manage your grain and protect your health without stepping into danger. Avoid dust, entanglements, and falls — because your safety isn’t optional.

You know the risks inside a grain bin — and you’re not taking chances. With the Grain Weevil robot, you manage your grain and protect your health without stepping into danger. Avoid dust, entanglements, and falls — because your safety isn’t optional.
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Chad and Ben recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Rena Striegel and Ron Rabou on Ag Inspo Podcast to share Grain Weevil's story. Listen Here: YouTube: youtu.be/UcGTF-prMHo?si… Spotify: bit.ly/3UHHCh8

Chad and Ben recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Rena Striegel and Ron Rabou on Ag Inspo Podcast to share Grain Weevil's story. 
Listen Here: 

YouTube: youtu.be/UcGTF-prMHo?si… 

Spotify: bit.ly/3UHHCh8
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Heads up, bin floor. We’re coming for you. Swap augers for tracks in minutes. No downtime, no fuss. Unlock new capabilities across every bin. Sweeping attachments drop Spring 2026. Be ready.

Heads up, bin floor. We’re coming for you.
Swap augers for tracks in minutes. No downtime, no fuss. Unlock new capabilities across every bin. Sweeping attachments drop Spring 2026.
Be ready.
Grain Weevil (@grain_weevil) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Making your favorite job a little easier. Swap the augers to tracks, the shovel to the sweeper and you'll be sweeping easy. Same robot, new attachments. Available Spring 2026.