Open Prairie

Open Prairie, established in 1997 and headquartered in Effingham, Illinois, is a private equity firm specializing in investments across diverse sectors, including agriculture, life sciences, and technology. The company focuses on under-served markets and communities, aiming to increase financial access and stimulate growth in these areas.

Tom Doxsie

Partner

Matt McKenna

Partner

Pat Morand

President

Lee Strom

Partner

Jason Wrone

Vice President

Past deals in Oregon

Vytelle

Series B in 2023
Vytelle, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing cattle genetics through advanced reproductive technology. Founded in 2015 and based in Hermiston, Oregon, Vytelle offers ovum pick-up and embryo production services specifically tailored for beef and dairy cows. The company employs a proprietary culture system for embryo development that does not utilize fetal calf serum, enabling the production of freezable embryos. This innovative approach allows commercial cattle producers to achieve sustainable genetic advancements over multiple generations. Vytelle collaborates with industry specialists and licensed veterinarians to optimize herd management and reproductive outcomes, positioning itself as a leader in precision livestock solutions.

Vytelle

Series A in 2021
Vytelle, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing cattle genetics through advanced reproductive technology. Founded in 2015 and based in Hermiston, Oregon, Vytelle offers ovum pick-up and embryo production services specifically tailored for beef and dairy cows. The company employs a proprietary culture system for embryo development that does not utilize fetal calf serum, enabling the production of freezable embryos. This innovative approach allows commercial cattle producers to achieve sustainable genetic advancements over multiple generations. Vytelle collaborates with industry specialists and licensed veterinarians to optimize herd management and reproductive outcomes, positioning itself as a leader in precision livestock solutions.
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