Homburg says goodbye to Escarda 03-08 | News | News Homburg tested the AI-controlled Escarda LaserWeeder for almost 2 years but ultimately decided against further cooperation with German manufacturer Escarda Technologies. Photo: Escarda TechnologiesHomburg is ending its partnership with German start-up Escarda Technologies. The partnership began in April 2025, when Homburg introduced the Escarda LaserWeeder for the Benelux. Start-up fails to gain a footholdAccording to Homburg sales manager Marijn van den Akker, the machine was ultimately never sold. According to Van den Akker, the machine ultimately did not sufficiently meet the expectations of Homburg and the market.