Bonsai Robotics
Series A in 2025
Bonsai Robotics develops vision-based automation technologies for agricultural and off-road vehicles, offering machine navigation systems powered by computer vision and artificial intelligence to enable autonomous operation. The company provides analytics and telematics for reporting and insights to help growers improve productivity, efficiency, and safety, reducing reliance on manual labor. Based in San Jose, California, Bonsai Robotics serves the farming sector with solutions that integrate autonomous navigation with data-driven decision support.
one.bio is a biotechnology company spun out from UC Davis that develops naturally derived oligosaccharides using proprietary technology to convert natural products into novel ingredients. The focus is on producing oligosaccharides that modulate the microbiome and immune function for applications in food, agriculture, and biopharmaceuticals. By supplying clients with novel prebiotics, symbiotics, and immunomodulatory ingredients, the company aims to support health outcomes in humans and animals. Leveraging its specialized platform, one.bio pursues ingredients that can influence gut microbiota, nutrient absorption, and immune responses, positioning itself at the intersection of nutrition and therapeutics.
Switch Bioworks
Seed Round in 2024
Switch Bioworks is a biotechnology company specializing in sustainable agriculture. It produces eco-friendly nitrogen fertilizers by genetically reprogramming naturally occurring symbiotic microbes, transforming them into controlled fertilizer-producing microorganisms that benefit crops directly at the root level. This innovative approach offers farmers an affordable and environmentally responsible alternative to conventional chemical nitrogen fertilizers.
Farm-ng is a robotics company based in Watsonville, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in developing general-purpose farm robots designed to promote sustainable farming practices. The company offers a fully configurable robotic platform that can be extended using the Amiga Development Kit (ADK), allowing developers and ag tech companies to create innovative products and services. Farm-ng's technology includes an open-source, low-cost, electric microtractor aimed at enhancing efficiency for farmers engaged in small-scale operations.
Bonsai Robotics
Seed Round in 2023
Bonsai Robotics develops vision-based automation technologies for agricultural and off-road vehicles, offering machine navigation systems powered by computer vision and artificial intelligence to enable autonomous operation. The company provides analytics and telematics for reporting and insights to help growers improve productivity, efficiency, and safety, reducing reliance on manual labor. Based in San Jose, California, Bonsai Robotics serves the farming sector with solutions that integrate autonomous navigation with data-driven decision support.
Switch Bioworks
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Switch Bioworks is a biotechnology company specializing in sustainable agriculture. It produces eco-friendly nitrogen fertilizers by genetically reprogramming naturally occurring symbiotic microbes, transforming them into controlled fertilizer-producing microorganisms that benefit crops directly at the root level. This innovative approach offers farmers an affordable and environmentally responsible alternative to conventional chemical nitrogen fertilizers.
Switch Bioworks
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Switch Bioworks is a biotechnology company specializing in sustainable agriculture. It produces eco-friendly nitrogen fertilizers by genetically reprogramming naturally occurring symbiotic microbes, transforming them into controlled fertilizer-producing microorganisms that benefit crops directly at the root level. This innovative approach offers farmers an affordable and environmentally responsible alternative to conventional chemical nitrogen fertilizers.
one.bio is a biotechnology company spun out from UC Davis that develops naturally derived oligosaccharides using proprietary technology to convert natural products into novel ingredients. The focus is on producing oligosaccharides that modulate the microbiome and immune function for applications in food, agriculture, and biopharmaceuticals. By supplying clients with novel prebiotics, symbiotics, and immunomodulatory ingredients, the company aims to support health outcomes in humans and animals. Leveraging its specialized platform, one.bio pursues ingredients that can influence gut microbiota, nutrient absorption, and immune responses, positioning itself at the intersection of nutrition and therapeutics.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
Ascribe Bioscience
Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2017, Ascribe Bioscience develops innovative crop protection products. By understanding the molecular interactions between plants and microbes, they create treatments that boost crops' natural defenses against pests and fungi, enhancing productivity without harming the environment.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
Back to the Roots
Venture Round in 2020
Back to the Roots offers sustainable indoor gardening products to grow mushrooms, herbs, vegetables, and microgreens at home. Founded in 2009 and based in Oakland, California, the company develops and retails ready-to-grow kits and accessories through its website, including a Grow-at-Home Mushroom Garden that produces fresh oyster mushrooms indoors, as well as water gardens, home aquaponic ecosystems, seeds, microgreens, and windowsill herb and veggie planters. The products are designed for convenient, eco-friendly home cultivation and cater to households seeking fresh produce.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
one.bio
Venture Round in 2020
one.bio is a biotechnology company spun out from UC Davis that develops naturally derived oligosaccharides using proprietary technology to convert natural products into novel ingredients. The focus is on producing oligosaccharides that modulate the microbiome and immune function for applications in food, agriculture, and biopharmaceuticals. By supplying clients with novel prebiotics, symbiotics, and immunomodulatory ingredients, the company aims to support health outcomes in humans and animals. Leveraging its specialized platform, one.bio pursues ingredients that can influence gut microbiota, nutrient absorption, and immune responses, positioning itself at the intersection of nutrition and therapeutics.
Agrofy operates an online platform facilitating transactions between agricultural industry participants. Established in 2015, it offers a wide range of products and services for farmers, including machinery, inputs, infrastructure, tools, crops, cattle, insurance, loans, farmlands, jobs, and vehicles.
Inari is a biotechnology company focused on revolutionizing agriculture and its societal and environmental impact. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including predictive design and multiplex gene editing, to maximize the potential of seeds. Its unique SEEDesign platform distinguishes Inari by enabling the enhancement of various crops across different geographies, facilitating the development of innovative agricultural products. By embracing diversity, Inari fosters innovation and aims to contribute to the creation of a new food system.
ImpactVision
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2015, ImpactVision specializes in food technology and machine learning. It develops hyperspectral imaging cameras that integrate with software for real-time product quality inspection in production lines. The company's platform uses spectroscopy and predictive learning to provide insights into food quality, helping to reduce waste and enhance transparency.
Inari is a biotechnology company focused on revolutionizing agriculture and its societal and environmental impact. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including predictive design and multiplex gene editing, to maximize the potential of seeds. Its unique SEEDesign platform distinguishes Inari by enabling the enhancement of various crops across different geographies, facilitating the development of innovative agricultural products. By embracing diversity, Inari fosters innovation and aims to contribute to the creation of a new food system.
Farmers Business Network
Series D in 2017
Farmers Business Network is an independent agricultural technology platform that empowers farmers worldwide. It facilitates a farmer-to-farmer network, providing data-driven agronomic insights and tools for confident decision-making to ensure the economic viability of farms while promoting sustainable practices.
ImpactVision
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2015, ImpactVision specializes in food technology and machine learning. It develops hyperspectral imaging cameras that integrate with software for real-time product quality inspection in production lines. The company's platform uses spectroscopy and predictive learning to provide insights into food quality, helping to reduce waste and enhance transparency.
Farmers Business Network
Series C in 2017
Farmers Business Network is an independent agricultural technology platform that empowers farmers worldwide. It facilitates a farmer-to-farmer network, providing data-driven agronomic insights and tools for confident decision-making to ensure the economic viability of farms while promoting sustainable practices.
Farmers Business Network
Series B in 2016
Farmers Business Network is an independent agricultural technology platform that empowers farmers worldwide. It facilitates a farmer-to-farmer network, providing data-driven agronomic insights and tools for confident decision-making to ensure the economic viability of farms while promoting sustainable practices.
Back to the Roots
Series A in 2016
Back to the Roots offers sustainable indoor gardening products to grow mushrooms, herbs, vegetables, and microgreens at home. Founded in 2009 and based in Oakland, California, the company develops and retails ready-to-grow kits and accessories through its website, including a Grow-at-Home Mushroom Garden that produces fresh oyster mushrooms indoors, as well as water gardens, home aquaponic ecosystems, seeds, microgreens, and windowsill herb and veggie planters. The products are designed for convenient, eco-friendly home cultivation and cater to households seeking fresh produce.
Farmers Business Network
Series B in 2015
Farmers Business Network is an independent agricultural technology platform that empowers farmers worldwide. It facilitates a farmer-to-farmer network, providing data-driven agronomic insights and tools for confident decision-making to ensure the economic viability of farms while promoting sustainable practices.