Cavallo Ventures

Agtonomy develops a hybrid autonomous and tele-assist platform for agriculture. It transforms tractors and farm machines into autonomous or remote-controlled equipment, addressing labor scarcity and sustainability issues faced by farmers.

AgroSpheres, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, that specializes in innovative pesticide delivery technologies for the agriculture industry. Founded in 2016, AgroSpheres develops engineered bio-particles designed to deliver pesticide-degrading enzymes, which help to minimize waiting periods between pesticide application and harvest. The company employs a unique platform technology that enhances the performance of various crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides. By utilizing bioengineering and industrial fermentation techniques, AgroSpheres creates biodegradable encapsulation solutions that aim to reduce harmful pesticide residues on plants, ultimately promoting healthier agricultural practices and improving the overall well-being of crops.

Solasta Bio develops environmentally friendly biological pesticides and insect control products. Its portfolio includes neuropeptide-based solutions that effectively manage resistant pests, enabling farmers to enhance crop production sustainably.

AgroSpheres, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, that specializes in innovative pesticide delivery technologies for the agriculture industry. Founded in 2016, AgroSpheres develops engineered bio-particles designed to deliver pesticide-degrading enzymes, which help to minimize waiting periods between pesticide application and harvest. The company employs a unique platform technology that enhances the performance of various crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides. By utilizing bioengineering and industrial fermentation techniques, AgroSpheres creates biodegradable encapsulation solutions that aim to reduce harmful pesticide residues on plants, ultimately promoting healthier agricultural practices and improving the overall well-being of crops.

Talus Renewables offers new pathways to chemicals, fertilizers, and fuels with its green ammonia production technology.

Solasta Bio develops environmentally friendly biological pesticides and insect control products. Its portfolio includes neuropeptide-based solutions that effectively manage resistant pests, enabling farmers to enhance crop production sustainably.

Windfall Bio is an innovative company based in San Mateo, California, that addresses climate change by transforming harmful methane emissions into organic fertilizer. Established in 2022, the company utilizes methane-eating microbes to capture methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management. This nature-based technology not only reduces the methane footprint of these industries but also improves their operational efficiency and profitability while minimizing the negative environmental impacts associated with synthetic fertilizers. By providing farmers and other producers with the means to convert methane into valuable soil nutrients, Windfall Bio fosters a sustainable agricultural future and contributes positively to environmental conservation. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, reflecting its potential to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.

AgroSpheres, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, that specializes in innovative pesticide delivery technologies for the agriculture industry. Founded in 2016, AgroSpheres develops engineered bio-particles designed to deliver pesticide-degrading enzymes, which help to minimize waiting periods between pesticide application and harvest. The company employs a unique platform technology that enhances the performance of various crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides. By utilizing bioengineering and industrial fermentation techniques, AgroSpheres creates biodegradable encapsulation solutions that aim to reduce harmful pesticide residues on plants, ultimately promoting healthier agricultural practices and improving the overall well-being of crops.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

Agtonomy develops a hybrid autonomous and tele-assist platform for agriculture. It transforms tractors and farm machines into autonomous or remote-controlled equipment, addressing labor scarcity and sustainability issues faced by farmers.

Vestaron develops and manufactures peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Its offerings include Spear-T for thrips control in greenhouses, Spear-Lep for fruits and vegetables, and Leprotec for field use. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a research center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron aims to provide growers with effective, safe, and sustainable biopesticides.

Vestaron develops and manufactures peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Its offerings include Spear-T for thrips control in greenhouses, Spear-Lep for fruits and vegetables, and Leprotec for field use. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a research center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron aims to provide growers with effective, safe, and sustainable biopesticides.

Koidra offers a digital decision platform for controlled farms and plants. It monitors operational data, provides smart alerts, and automates control decisions, enhancing efficiency in agriculture and manufacturing sectors.

Founded in 2013, ZymoChem develops eco-friendly chemical production processes using engineered microbes. These processes convert renewable feedstocks like sugars into industrial chemicals, minimizing carbon loss and enabling cost-competitive bio-based manufacturing.

Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed and also produces nutrient-balanced fertilizers as a by-product of its operations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cashmere, Washington, the company focuses on farming mealworms and utilizes rearing technology that converts organic waste, such as spent brewery grains, into high-quality insect feed. In addition to animal feed, Beta Hatch explores the potential applications of insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. With a commitment to sustainable practices, the company aims to create a zero-waste system while addressing the growing global demand for efficient agricultural solutions. Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, ranchers, and researchers, leveraging its expertise in entomology to promote the use of insects as a viable commodity crop in food and fertilizer applications.

Guardian Agriculture specializes in developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) systems for precision crop application. Their automated, electric aerial systems enable farmers to reach areas previously inaccessible, reduce environmental impact, minimize product resistance, and optimize chemical use for sustainable farming.

Vestaron develops and manufactures peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Its offerings include Spear-T for thrips control in greenhouses, Spear-Lep for fruits and vegetables, and Leprotec for field use. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a research center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron aims to provide growers with effective, safe, and sustainable biopesticides.

Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed and also produces nutrient-balanced fertilizers as a by-product of its operations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cashmere, Washington, the company focuses on farming mealworms and utilizes rearing technology that converts organic waste, such as spent brewery grains, into high-quality insect feed. In addition to animal feed, Beta Hatch explores the potential applications of insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. With a commitment to sustainable practices, the company aims to create a zero-waste system while addressing the growing global demand for efficient agricultural solutions. Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, ranchers, and researchers, leveraging its expertise in entomology to promote the use of insects as a viable commodity crop in food and fertilizer applications.

Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed and also produces nutrient-balanced fertilizers as a by-product of its operations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cashmere, Washington, the company focuses on farming mealworms and utilizes rearing technology that converts organic waste, such as spent brewery grains, into high-quality insect feed. In addition to animal feed, Beta Hatch explores the potential applications of insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. With a commitment to sustainable practices, the company aims to create a zero-waste system while addressing the growing global demand for efficient agricultural solutions. Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, ranchers, and researchers, leveraging its expertise in entomology to promote the use of insects as a viable commodity crop in food and fertilizer applications.

Checkerspot, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in the development of sustainable performance materials derived from microalgae and biobased oils. The company focuses on innovating materials at a molecular level, utilizing its expertise in molecular foundry, chemistry, material science, and fabrication technology. Checkerspot aims to expand the range of molecular building blocks available for high-performance materials, particularly in industrial applications such as polyurethanes and textile finishes. Through its pioneering approach, Checkerspot contributes to the advancement of sustainable materials in various industries.

Crop Enhancement LLC is an early-stage specialty materials company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2011. The company focuses on developing innovative anchoring and controlled-release formulation technologies for agricultural chemicals. Its advanced agrochemical formulations utilize environmentally friendly chemistry to enhance crop yields and profitability while minimizing the reliance on synthetic pesticides. Crop Enhancement's products include proprietary films that modify plant surfaces, improving resistance to pests and diseases. This approach not only supports sustainable farming practices but also enables precise delivery of active ingredients and fertilizers, ultimately benefiting growers through increased efficiency and reduced chemical use.

AgroSpheres, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, that specializes in innovative pesticide delivery technologies for the agriculture industry. Founded in 2016, AgroSpheres develops engineered bio-particles designed to deliver pesticide-degrading enzymes, which help to minimize waiting periods between pesticide application and harvest. The company employs a unique platform technology that enhances the performance of various crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides. By utilizing bioengineering and industrial fermentation techniques, AgroSpheres creates biodegradable encapsulation solutions that aim to reduce harmful pesticide residues on plants, ultimately promoting healthier agricultural practices and improving the overall well-being of crops.

Crop Enhancement LLC is an early-stage specialty materials company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2011. The company focuses on developing innovative anchoring and controlled-release formulation technologies for agricultural chemicals. Its advanced agrochemical formulations utilize environmentally friendly chemistry to enhance crop yields and profitability while minimizing the reliance on synthetic pesticides. Crop Enhancement's products include proprietary films that modify plant surfaces, improving resistance to pests and diseases. This approach not only supports sustainable farming practices but also enables precise delivery of active ingredients and fertilizers, ultimately benefiting growers through increased efficiency and reduced chemical use.

Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed and also produces nutrient-balanced fertilizers as a by-product of its operations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cashmere, Washington, the company focuses on farming mealworms and utilizes rearing technology that converts organic waste, such as spent brewery grains, into high-quality insect feed. In addition to animal feed, Beta Hatch explores the potential applications of insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. With a commitment to sustainable practices, the company aims to create a zero-waste system while addressing the growing global demand for efficient agricultural solutions. Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, ranchers, and researchers, leveraging its expertise in entomology to promote the use of insects as a viable commodity crop in food and fertilizer applications.