Puna Bio specializes in developing biological products for the agricultural sector. Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the company focuses on enhancing crop nutrition using extremophile microorganisms, aiming to improve yields and soil quality sustainably.
Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
Monarch Tractor
Series C in 2024
Monarch Tractor is a company that specializes in the development of fully electric and autonomous tractors aimed at improving agricultural productivity, sustainability, and safety. These tractors significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels, thereby decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and assisting farmers in achieving their sustainability objectives. By employing advanced sensors and machine learning, Monarch tractors navigate fields and monitor crop health autonomously, facilitating precision farming without the need for human intervention. Equipped with sophisticated technology, including cameras and sensors, these tractors collect and analyze data on crop health, soil conditions, and other critical variables, providing farmers with actionable insights to optimize their farming practices, enhance operational efficiency, and increase crop yields.
Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
Puna Bio
Seed Round in 2024
Puna Bio specializes in developing biological products for the agricultural sector. Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the company focuses on enhancing crop nutrition using extremophile microorganisms, aiming to improve yields and soil quality sustainably.
Orbillion Bio
Venture Round in 2024
Orbillion Bio, Inc. is a food-tech company based in Fremont, California, focused on developing cultured meat products derived from heritage cattle breeds. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes small tissue samples from high-quality heritage animals to produce premium cell-based meat products. Orbillion Bio aims to harness the potential of cell-cultured meat to provide delicious and nutritious food that is sustainable and accessible. By sourcing heritage cell lines directly from farmers, the company emphasizes a commitment to quality and sustainability in its production processes.
EnrichAg
Seed Round in 2023
EnrichAg will focus on commercializing its soil enrichment platform.
Puna Bio
Seed Round in 2022
Puna Bio specializes in developing biological products for the agricultural sector. Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the company focuses on enhancing crop nutrition using extremophile microorganisms, aiming to improve yields and soil quality sustainably.
Monarch Tractor
Series B in 2021
Monarch Tractor is a company that specializes in the development of fully electric and autonomous tractors aimed at improving agricultural productivity, sustainability, and safety. These tractors significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels, thereby decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and assisting farmers in achieving their sustainability objectives. By employing advanced sensors and machine learning, Monarch tractors navigate fields and monitor crop health autonomously, facilitating precision farming without the need for human intervention. Equipped with sophisticated technology, including cameras and sensors, these tractors collect and analyze data on crop health, soil conditions, and other critical variables, providing farmers with actionable insights to optimize their farming practices, enhance operational efficiency, and increase crop yields.
Iron Ox, Inc. is an innovative company that specializes in developing robotics for crop harvesting and sustainable indoor farming systems. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, Iron Ox operates greenhouses in Gilroy, California, and Lockhart, Texas. The company utilizes a combination of robotics, plant science, and machine learning to cultivate fresh, pesticide-free produce, including various leafy greens and culinary herbs. Their flagship product, Angus, is an autonomous farm mobile robot designed to enhance agricultural efficiency. By focusing on sustainable practices, Iron Ox aims to minimize agriculture's environmental impact while improving the availability, quality, and flavor of its products for consumers.
Avalo
Venture Round in 2021
Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
Precision AI
Seed Round in 2021
Precision AI develops artificial intelligence powered drones for agriculture, enabling AI-based farming practices from field to plant level. The company uses custom-built AI technology in drones to assist crop protection and crop management, replacing traditional bulk spraying with targeted applications to reduce chemical use. This approach aims to create healthier, more profitable farms. Headquartered in North America, Precision AI is rapidly scaling with a highly skilled team focused on solving agricultural challenges worldwide.
Orbillion Bio
Seed Round in 2021
Orbillion Bio, Inc. is a food-tech company based in Fremont, California, focused on developing cultured meat products derived from heritage cattle breeds. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes small tissue samples from high-quality heritage animals to produce premium cell-based meat products. Orbillion Bio aims to harness the potential of cell-cultured meat to provide delicious and nutritious food that is sustainable and accessible. By sourcing heritage cell lines directly from farmers, the company emphasizes a commitment to quality and sustainability in its production processes.
Monarch Tractor
Series A in 2021
Monarch Tractor is a company that specializes in the development of fully electric and autonomous tractors aimed at improving agricultural productivity, sustainability, and safety. These tractors significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels, thereby decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and assisting farmers in achieving their sustainability objectives. By employing advanced sensors and machine learning, Monarch tractors navigate fields and monitor crop health autonomously, facilitating precision farming without the need for human intervention. Equipped with sophisticated technology, including cameras and sensors, these tractors collect and analyze data on crop health, soil conditions, and other critical variables, providing farmers with actionable insights to optimize their farming practices, enhance operational efficiency, and increase crop yields.
Iron Ox, Inc. is an innovative company that specializes in developing robotics for crop harvesting and sustainable indoor farming systems. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, Iron Ox operates greenhouses in Gilroy, California, and Lockhart, Texas. The company utilizes a combination of robotics, plant science, and machine learning to cultivate fresh, pesticide-free produce, including various leafy greens and culinary herbs. Their flagship product, Angus, is an autonomous farm mobile robot designed to enhance agricultural efficiency. By focusing on sustainable practices, Iron Ox aims to minimize agriculture's environmental impact while improving the availability, quality, and flavor of its products for consumers.