INKOA is an Engineering and Consultancy Company specialized in supplying Integral and Innovative Solutions directed to the International Agri-Food Sector.
With a thorough knowledge of their clients' needs, they focus on providing integral solutions. They cover both consultancy activities (prior studies and projects) and a full range ofcomprehensive engineering services of design and integration of the best technologies and systems in the frame of the effective full project implementation. They complete their services with follow-ups, technical training and assistance, and search for financing sources for their clients.
Kyanos specializes in the production of microalgae-based food products, focusing on sustainability and environmental health. The company employs an innovative process for cultivating high-value polysaccharides and pigments using high-output micro-algae in vertical photo-reactors. This patented technology significantly enhances productivity while minimizing environmental impact. Kyanos aims to provide consumers with sustainable and contaminant-free food options, thereby contributing to a healthier planet and promoting eco-friendly dietary choices.
WeedOUT is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative weed control solutions that minimize reliance on toxic herbicides. The company specializes in creating novel bio-herbicides designed to combat resistant weeds through a unique approach that leverages sterility. By utilizing weed pollen applied during the flowering period, WeedOUT's products effectively prevent the generation of viable seeds from resistant weeds, offering a natural method for their eradication. This approach not only addresses the challenge of chemical-resistant weeds but also promotes environmentally friendly practices within the agricultural sector.
AdFerTech is a company focused on developing innovative solutions for anaerobic digestion (AD) digestate. Its primary product is a cost-effective, bolt-on device designed for AD plants, which processes liquid digestate to concentrate nutrients and convert them into organic granular fertilizer. This value-added fertilizer is significantly easier to store and transport compared to traditional liquid fertilizers, providing a more efficient alternative that reduces the need for costly wastewater treatment. By enabling farmers to enhance their production through the use of this granular fertilizer, AdFerTech addresses the challenges associated with waste management in agricultural practices.
Vatorex is a Swiss company that designs and develops electronic equipment to combat varroa mites and provides hive management and monitoring solutions for beekeeping. Its product line includes Varroa Solution, a heat-treatment system to kill varroa mites; the Full Hive Kit, for real-time hive monitoring and data collection; and Hive Manager, a mobile app for recording and organizing information about hives and yards. The company markets its products online and is based in Winterthur, Switzerland; it was founded in 2016. Vatorex employs a hyperthermic approach to improve honey bee health and protect colonies.
Amigo Climate
Grant in 2019
Amigo Climate is an Italian consultancy specializing in climate services, operating globally on various projects. The company collaborates with esteemed academic institutions, including Imperial College London, and works alongside major organizations such as the European Commission and the United Nations World Food Program. By leveraging these partnerships, Amigo Climate has developed a robust portfolio focused on providing climate consultancy services, particularly for the insurance sector and agribusiness. The company offers an online platform equipped with an automated tool that identifies, monitors, and estimates climate risks. This resource empowers private companies and institutions by providing critical climate information to enhance their decision-making processes. Amigo Climate’s growth is reflected in its increasing turnover and expanding team, establishing a solid client network in the field of climate solutions.
Perpetual Mobile
Grant in 2019
Perpetual Mobile provides Mobile Application and consulting services in farm management and machinery control. Their 14 engineers, ICT and business managers have completed over 150 projects to date. Their familiarity with the market needs led us to develop new navigation technology called outside-in tracking (patented) that is the core of Zauberzeug™, a robot for the autonomous cleaning of stables.
Crop Intellect
Grant in 2019
Crop Intellect is a research and development company focused on enhancing agricultural productivity through innovative technologies. It offers cultivation consultancy services, develops advanced crop nutrition products, plant technology sensors, and smart farming techniques to increase crop yields, improve fruit uniformity, extend shelf life, and reduce agrochemical inputs.
Agri 2000 was founded in 1985 by a group of 7 Agricultural Science graduates. Right from the start 3 distinct departments were set up: Agronomic field trials, Economic Studies and Urban Green Studies.
Over the many years of its history Agri 2000 developed intuition regarding the beginning of experimental field trials and it continues to conduct these trials together with “regulatory” consultancy for clients producing technical solutions for agriculture, economic studies for the agricultural supply chain and agrichemical companies, studies on the stability of trees and tree statics, censuses and enhancement of the management of green areas.
Connecterra is a software company serving the dairy industry, developing predictive intelligence and AI-enabled solutions that turn sensor data into actionable insights. Its platform helps dairy processors, animal feed and genetic firms identify on-farm issues, optimize facilities, and guide farmers toward more sustainable operations by translating disparate data into efficiency improvements. The system uses sensors and artificial intelligence to monitor farm conditions, support decision-making, and promote sustainable farming practices, with the goal of growing food sustainably while preserving natural resources.
Indalva S.L. Is a Spanish company that has pioneered the formulation and packaging of insecticides and fungicides into micro-granulated form. They specialize in production for third parties of plant nutrients in dispersible granules.
Their firm orientation offers innovative and high quality products which position us as a reference in the agrochemical sector and allow us to be the makers of at least 80% of the granulated products offered for Spanish agricultural use and 30% of the European market. They believe that the responsibility of any industry goes beyond rules and regulations and that is why they have defined a clear ethical and social commitment to the respect for the environment.
VitalFluid BV is an innovative company based in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, specializing in the design, development, and production of Plasma Activated Water (PAW) equipment. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on utilizing PAW for various applications, including agriculture, academic research, food safety, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and water purification. PAW is created by using water, air, and electricity to generate plasma, which introduces reactive oxygen and nitrogen into the water, enhancing its properties. This natural process mirrors how lightning activates rainwater, promoting nitrogen fixation, a crucial element for plant growth. VitalFluid aims to harness this technology to improve agricultural practices and various industrial applications.
Biome Makers
Grant in 2018
Biome Makers Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the identification and understanding of microbiomes, particularly in agricultural contexts. Founded in 2015, the company employs advanced DNA sequencing technologies and proprietary Intelligent Computing systems to deliver detailed, crop-specific insights and recommendations. This innovative approach enables growers and manufacturers to analyze soil ecosystems effectively, enhancing agricultural production and product quality through data-driven insights. By simplifying complex microbiome data, Biome Makers supports its customers in optimizing their agricultural practices and improving overall outcomes.
eFoodPrint specializes in developing online farming software tailored for the agricultural sector. The company offers a range of services, including ENV, which provides metrics on environmental sustainability such as water and carbon footprints. Its platform is designed to integrate with warehouse ERP systems and other data sources, such as agro-climatic stations and data loggers, facilitating communication between producers and technicians. Additionally, eFoodPrint employs big data technology to create crop prediction models and analytical reports covering quality, technical, and economic performance. By consolidating agricultural data from various sources, the platform enables users to generate customized reports and ensure compliance with quality standards, ultimately enhancing digitization and promoting sustainability in agriculture.
Revotree s.r.l. is a technology startup based in Rome, Italy, established in 2017, that focuses on enhancing agricultural sustainability through innovative irrigation management solutions. The company has developed an electronic monitoring system powered by artificial intelligence to optimize irrigation for orchards and vineyards. Its flagship product, the Revotree application, integrates a flexible, easy-to-install sensor network and advanced data prediction software, which collects and analyzes information from sensors and weather forecasts. This system classifies land, profiles crops, and tracks water trends, ultimately increasing irrigation efficiency and helping farmers conserve water. By providing a user-friendly interface, Revotree enables farmers to manage their irrigation remotely, improving productivity and the quality of their agricultural output.
Syrinjector LTD. is developing a full digital solution based on a novel portable automated syringe gun and software for rapid, controlled, and traceable mass injection of livestock. With digital capabilities and data management, this fully automated, highly accurate, and safety-conscious solution is a must for the next generation of livestock farmers. Their solution will gradually replace the current process of using steel syringe guns and off-line paper certifications.
LahakX is an agricultural technology company specializing in autonomous drone solutions for crop protection. It offers growers the ability to utilize a self-flying fleet of spraying drones, which can be deployed at the push of a button, allowing for efficient and precise application of agricultural chemicals. The company's proprietary technology enables both uniform coverage and targeted spot spraying, significantly reducing chemical usage while improving safety and productivity. LahakX's system not only minimizes labor and operational costs but also enhances the overall efficiency of farming practices. Growers can opt to purchase the complete spraying solution or engage LahakX to provide spraying services directly. Having launched its operations in the United States earlier this year, LahakX is positioned to deliver sustainable and innovative solutions to modern agricultural challenges.
Tracegrow is a Finnish cleantech company specializing in the circular economy. It has pioneered a unique technology that extracts and purifies vital trace elements, specifically Zinc and Manganese, from alkaline batteries. This innovative process allows the company to create ecological micronutrient products for agriculture, addressing both the global challenge of recycling trace elements and the issue of micronutrient deficiencies in farmland. By utilizing materials from used batteries and metal-containing industrial waste streams, Tracegrow contributes to sustainable farming practices while minimizing the exploitation of the planet's limited resources. The company's focus is on providing environmentally friendly solutions that promote resource reuse and enhance agricultural productivity.
Seedwiz is a platform which empowers the farmers with the information needed for optimal plant variety seeds selection.
The platform provides a matrix based on analysis of the vast seeds supply and their genetic potential, combined with the farm location, environmental conditions, growing season, means of production, market segment, resistance to diseases and more.
The Geographic (GIS) OPTimizer is based upon a global, standardized database of seed products. The system, powered by cutting-edge algorithms, analyzes tremendous amounts of parameters to optimize the plant variety selection done by the farmer. The product properties are uploaded to the Seedwiz database by seed companies and distributors using an online uploading interface.
ReproPharm Vet
Grant in 2018
ReproPharm Vet is a biotechnology company focused on improving livestock breeding. It develops user-friendly tools that balance economic competitiveness with environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and consumer demands. These products cater to professionals across the animal breeding sector, including farmers, scientists, technicians, and veterinarians.
Serket is a software company that develops recognition technology designed to assist farmers in monitoring and tracing their pigs individually and automatically using standard cameras. Their innovative system addresses animal health and food safety concerns by enabling easy documentation through pictures and videos, thereby reducing the potential for human error. This solution offers a more accessible alternative to traditional smart tagging methods, which are often too expensive for many farmers. By leveraging existing technology from other industries, Serket empowers farmers to manage their livestock more effectively and efficiently, ultimately enhancing food safety and animal welfare.
Tecnalogic is an Italian research and development company based in Monza Brianza, recognized as one of the early innovative startups in the region. The company primarily focuses on the energy, environmental, and agri-food sectors, providing advanced IT solutions that facilitate communication between producers and consumers to enhance the management of their needs. By integrating knowledge in commodities with engineering and IT expertise, Tecnalogic designs and develops innovative methodologies aimed at technological transfer and patenting. The company's mission is to support a conscious and informed transition towards circular economy practices and sustainability, positioning itself as a key player in the evolution of new business models within the commodities sector.
Archimedes - UDSS
Grant in 2018
Archimedes – UDSS is a Bulgarian startup willing and able to change the very way irrigated farming is done. Underlying our ambition is the unique watering management technology we have at hand: IrriGATE. We are decided to transform it into a viable AgTech solution and make it available to every single farmer growing irrigated crops. Our team strength lies in the mix of scientific excellence, software expertise, management experience and strong belief in the business prospects of our development.
MetoMotion is a company focused on creating a multipurpose robotic system, known as GRoW, aimed at addressing labor-intensive tasks in greenhouse vegetable production, particularly for greenhouse tomatoes. The company's robotic platform leverages artificial intelligence to identify and locate ripe fruit, facilitating seamless integration with existing farming systems. This innovation allows growers to enhance their greenhouse operations by providing valuable insights that can lead to increased yield and quality while minimizing waste. By reducing reliance on human labor, MetoMotion seeks to lower operational costs and improve efficiency in the agricultural sector.
Is It Fresh develops digital platforms that integrate chip and sensor technology into packaging. This enables real-time tracking of product information like origin, freshness, and quantity for food businesses.
Oleica is a technology-driven company that specializes in managing information and legal obligations related to food safety regulations and self-control plans, specifically for the table olive industry. It offers biotechnological consulting services to enhance the quality and safety of production processes, optimize procedures, and efficiently manage quality systems and documentation.
DryGro is an agriculture technology company focused on growing crops and supplying protein ingredients in arid environments. It develops techniques and inputs that enable production of high-quality feed ingredients and plant-based proteins with reduced water use, using water lentils as a core feed-input to support climate-smart farming. Based in Oxford, United Kingdom, the company was founded in the mid-2010s and targets scalable, robust growing systems that allow farming in dry places. DryGro serves applications across animal feed and food ingredients, including aquaculture, dairy, beef and poultry, and pursues demonstration projects to validate its technology in challenging environments.
MYCL | Mycotech Lab
Grant in 2018
Mycotech Lab is a company focused on producing mycelium-based composites that utilize agricultural waste to create sustainable materials. Established in 2012 as gourmet mushroom producers, the team recognized the potential of mushrooms to contribute positively to the environment. Their research began when they identified the challenges associated with mushroom growth bags, which were difficult to decompose. Leveraging partnerships with mycology labs in Indonesia, Singapore, and Switzerland, they transitioned their work from small-scale experiments to pilot production. Mycotech Lab’s composites are designed to be affordable, environmentally friendly, and recyclable, allowing for the creation of durable, lightweight products such as panels, tiles, cabinetry, and other interior applications. The company is dedicated to empowering farmers by transforming agricultural waste into valuable resources.
Sensory and Robotic Integration
Grant in 2018
Sensory and robotic integration develops new technology solutions and products based on sensory integration and advanced automation, whether for the manufacturing or agro-food industries. They have capacity within the context of industry, either for classical disciplines such as mechanical design and manufacturing or electronic integrations, or the newest ones such as collaborative robotics, sensor integration, or artificial intelligence.
Multiscan Technologies
Grant in 2018
Multiscan Technologies is a manufacturer of artificial vision and X-ray food sorting equipment. The company originated in Spain and introduced automatic selection machines for the table olives industry in the late 1990s, delivering unprecedented quality control and efficiency. Its solutions have since expanded to include olives, cherries, tomatoes and various nuts and fruits, combining conventional vision technology with X-ray inspection to address food safety and product quality within a single machine. Multiscan’s equipment is used to inspect packaged or bulk products, helping clients optimize processing and sorting across the food and agricultural sectors. The company emphasizes in-house development, designing, manufacturing, servicing and commercializing X-ray equipment through its own technology platform. Through ongoing innovation, Multiscan Technologies aims to provide integrated screening solutions that improve yield, reduce waste and enhance product safety for customers worldwide.
Siwi Machines
Grant in 2018
Siwi Machines, based in Silkeborg, Denmark, specializes in manufacturing innovative hitch systems for the agro-industry. Their flagship product, the SIWI Combi-Hitch, features a unique design that facilitates seamless switching between various attachments and trailers. This system includes integrated electrical and hydraulic hose connections, allowing for operation directly from the tractor or forage harvester cab. By minimizing crop waste and accommodating a wide range of trailer types, Siwi Machines provides an intelligent modular solution that enables fully automatic coupling, enhancing efficiency and versatility for agricultural tasks.
Antofénol is a post-harvest biocontrol company focused on reducing losses in agricultural produce, particularly in viticulture. The company specializes in the ecological eco-extraction of plant matter, utilizing innovative techniques such as microwaves, ultrasonics, vacuum, and mixing to develop tailored chemical compositions. Antofénol offers services that include eco-extraction, anti-fungal testing, and biochemical characterization, allowing harvesters to effectively protect fruits and vegetables from fungal and mold infestations. Through its approach, Antofénol aims to valorize viticultural waste while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Ponix Systems
Grant in 2017
Founded in Vienna, Austria in 2016, Ponix Systems is an agtech company dedicated to making urban farming efficient and accessible. It offers modular products such as adaptive LED lighting systems and hydroponic plant containers for vertical farms, catering to both commercial indoor farms and private households.
Ennos is a Swiss company established in 2006 as a spin-off from Berne University of Applied Sciences. The company specializes in the development and distribution of efficient portable solar pumps designed for smallholder irrigation and domestic water supply, particularly in developing countries. Ennos focuses on promoting sustainable and CO2-free technologies that enhance income, productivity, and labor efficiency while ensuring a responsible use of energy and water resources. Based in Merzligen, Switzerland, the company manufactures various pumping technologies, including a 2 horsepower sunlight pump and a 0.5 horsepower solar power pump, thereby addressing the needs of its clients in the agricultural and domestic sectors.
Contronics Engineering
Grant in 2017
Contronics Engineering specializes in the manufacture of ultrasonic humidifiers designed to preserve the freshness of fruits and vegetables, thereby mitigating food waste. The company provides installation and maintenance services for its dry misting systems, which create an optimal environment for food storage and transportation. By focusing on innovative humidification technology, Contronics helps clients maintain the quality of their produce, enhancing shelf life and reducing spoilage.
Greenfoods Network
Grant in 2017
Greenfoods Network is an agri-food technology-based company that provides solutions to improve nutritional and healthy properties of food.
reNEW Technologies
Grant in 2017
reNEW Technologies is a company that transforms biosolids into valuable products. It uses a patented two-step process to ferment and extract volatile fatty acids (VFA) and nutrients (NPK) from biosolids. The VFA is used to produce acetic acid, a key ingredient in cleaning agents, while the NPK forms a liquid fertilizer rich in humic acid. This process not only recovers useful products but also reduces the volume of biosolids by nearly half. Incubated within UTB Envirotec, a global wastewater and biosolids treatment engineering firm, reNEW Technologies was established in 2015 to commercialize this innovative technology. It operates as a private company, with locations in the UK and Hungary.
Smalle Technologies
Grant in 2017
Smalle Technologies is a Barcelona University spinoff dedicated to developing clean renewable energy methods that are independent of fossil fuels and environmentally friendly. The company focuses on researching sustainable energy sources to meet current needs without compromising future resources.
AgroPestAlert
Grant in 2017
AgroPestAlert specializes in agricultural monitoring technology aimed at preventing significant crop damage caused by pests. The company achieves this through an interconnected network of electronic and intelligent trap devices, supported by cloud data analytics applications. These tools identify pests at the species level and immediately transmit warnings upon detection, allowing farmers to contain infestations before they escalate and cause irreparable harm to harvests.
Sunchem B.V. is an agro-technology company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, focused on the research and development of sustainable products derived from a non-nicotine, non-GMO tobacco variety known as SOLARIS. The company specializes in the production of high-yield seeds and biomass, leveraging genetic and agronomic advancements for energy applications. Sunchem's offerings include crude oil for energy production, biodiesel, jet fuel for aviation, and oil-cake for animal feed. With exclusive rights to an international patent for "seed tobacco," Sunchem aims to consolidate its expertise in developing innovative plant solutions, facilitating the production of biofuels, biomass, and animal proteins while promoting sustainability in agricultural practices.
Xtrem Biotech
Grant in 2017
Xtrem Biotech SL is a technology-based company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Granada, Spain. The company specializes in the development, production, and marketing of biostimulants and pesticides derived from biological sources. Xtrem Biotech aims to provide environmentally friendly solutions that are compatible with sustainable agricultural practices. It boasts an exclusive collection of microorganisms and operates a production facility dedicated to the cultivation, formulation, and packaging of its plant bio-stimulants. Through its innovative approach, Xtrem Biotech seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable agricultural inputs.
Bird Control Group
Grant in 2017
Based in Delft, the Netherlands, Bird Control Group specializes in securing air ports by providing innovative bird deterrent solutions. Its sustainable, safe, and effective methods significantly reduce pest bird presence, eliminating health and safety hazards while integrating commercial activities into the natural environment.
Innovarum is a company based in Spain that develops, submits and manages R&D and Innovation projects for the agri-food sector. It helps companies to define innovative project, to find public funding for developing it, and to manage it, diminishing the intrinsic risk of new developments.
The company believes in a sustainable, modern and efficient agri-food sector linked to a healthy environment and lively rural areas. It is highly concerned with the great array of challenges related to the agri-food sector, such as climate change, resource efficiency or the assurance of food security for the increasing population without compromising our natural resources.
Sequentia Biotech
Grant in 2017
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.
HEMAV simplifies agricultural decision-making through its AI digital platform, LAYERS®. It offers customized ag-AI models per user and crop, enhancing ROI by monitoring, controlling, and predicting key agricultural variables. The platform consolidates satellite and drone imagery, soil data, and meteorological information to provide precise insights for efficient process automation.
eggXYt is a biotechnology company focused on the early sex detection of chick embryos immediately after eggs are laid. The company has developed a non-invasive gene-editing technology that utilizes clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats to add a genetic marker to the eggs. This marker causes male eggs to emit a glow when scanned, allowing poultry farms to identify and incubate only female eggs. By enabling early identification, eggXYt's technology helps to streamline operations, reducing waste associated with the incubation of male chicks, which are typically culled after identification. This innovative approach not only enhances efficiency in poultry production but also supports sustainability within the food industry.
Sigrow is a startup based in Wageningen, Netherlands, focused on providing innovative monitoring solutions for agricultural growers. The company offers a platform that utilizes real-time monitoring sensors to measure key environmental factors such as irradiance, humidity, water, and temperature. By employing a unique algorithm, Sigrow helps growers optimize their crop management, enabling them to maximize yields while efficiently managing water and energy resources. Their flagship product, known as The Chef, serves as an advisory tool, guiding growers in making informed decisions about irrigation and other essential farming practices. Through its Internet of Things (IoT) technology, Sigrow aims to simplify agriculture and enhance productivity for growers worldwide.
smaXtec provides advanced health monitoring systems for dairy cows, focusing on inner body temperature, rumination, and activity. This enables farmers to maintain high milk yields, reduce antibiotic use, enhance animal welfare, and improve overall farm efficiency.
AgroInsider is a technology company that empowers farmers and agricultural businesses to enhance their practices and reduce their environmental impact. It does this by providing a platform that uses satellite technology to monitor and analyze environmental data, offering farm diagnostics, consulting services, and carbon credit brokerage. This enables clients to better understand and manage their carbon footprint, comply with carbon markets, and implement sustainable practices, ultimately fostering a more environmentally conscious and economically viable future for agriculture.
Sinergise is a company that specializes in the development of high-quality geographic information systems tailored for complex applications. The firm focuses on creating enterprise-level software that facilitates the management of spatial data, primarily serving demanding sectors such as agriculture and real estate administration. Sinergise delivers turn-key information systems that support various governmental bodies, including ministries dedicated to agriculture and environment, enhancing their capabilities in land administration and agricultural management.
DroneHopper is a Spanish engineering company that specializes in the design and manufacture of heavy-duty unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with industrial capabilities. Its flagship product, the WILD HOPPER, is an unmanned aircraft designed for firefighting and precision agriculture, capable of carrying a payload of up to 600 kg and offering three hours of operational autonomy. The WILD HOPPER features a container unit that holds liquids, enabling it to nebulize and direct these liquids toward targeted areas, which is particularly useful in wildfire suppression while minimizing risk to human pilots. In addition to firefighting, DroneHopper's technology also supports logistics solutions, enhancing efficiency in various agricultural applications.
TEYME Tecnología Agrícola SL is a manufacturer based in Lleida, Spain, specializing in crop protection equipment. The company develops and produces a wide range of products, including mistblowers, pneumatic sprayers, dusters, humidifiers, and ventilation devices. Additionally, it offers atomizers, nebulizers, sprinklers, herbicides, and various types of sprayers. TEYME caters to diverse agricultural applications, supporting the cultivation of citrus fruits, olive and almond trees, vineyards, fruit trees, cereals, and vegetables. With a commitment to innovation, the company invests in research and development to incorporate advanced technology into its offerings, ensuring customers can access equipment suitable for traditional, integral, and ecological farming practices. TEYME serves its clientele through a global network of distributors, enhancing its reach in the agricultural market.
Aquilon CyL S.L.
Seed Round in 2017
Aquilon CyL S.L. is a technology-based company founded in 2012 and based in Leon, Spain, dedicated to the development of innovative vaccines and probiotics for the veterinary sector. The company focuses on combating intestinal and respiratory diseases in swine, offering products such as a swine dysentery vaccine, a vaccine for bovine viral diarrhea, and probiotics designed for piglets and poultry. Aquilon CyL S.L. emerged from technologies developed at the University of León and the Autonomous University of Barcelona, benefiting from collaborative efforts within the field of veterinary infectious diseases. The company boasts a stable and multidisciplinary team of specialists in animal health, regulatory affairs, marketing, and finance, positioned to address the evolving needs of the livestock industry.
Pessl Instruments
Funding Round in 2017
Pessl Instruments GmbH is a manufacturer of advanced measuring instruments primarily focused on the agricultural sector. Founded in 1984 and based in Weiz, Austria, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including weather stations, soil moisture and water level monitoring systems, Internet irrigation controllers, insect monitoring products, and remote crop monitoring systems. Additionally, Pessl Instruments provides nutrition sensing systems and intelligent micro weather forecast systems, all designed to support informed decision-making in various industries. The company's METOS® brand encompasses wireless products and the online platform FieldClimate.com, which allows users to access field data and forecasts. Pessl Instruments also delivers client-specific engineering solutions and instrument rental and maintenance services. Operating globally, the company has sales offices in several countries and subsidiary operations in regions such as the United States, Brazil, and Turkey, working through distribution partners to reach a diverse market.
InnovaFeed is a biotech company developing insect-based protein and oils from Hermetia illucens for animal feed and aquaculture. Leveraging a technology that places insects at the heart of the agri-food system, it recycles nutrients to provide sustainable protein for feeding fish, birds, and small mammals. The company offers natural, sustainable ingredients from insect rearing, including high-quality insect oil rich in lauric acid, which has antimicrobial properties and can substitute imported oils in poultry and swine feed, supporting a more sustainable food system and diversified protein supply.
EdenShield Ltd. is an Israel-based AgTech company founded in 2012, specializing in the development of nontoxic insect control products for greenhouse crops. The company offers a range of organic and chemical-free solutions, including EdenNet, EdenDirect, and EdenForte, which are formulated from botanical extracts and nutrients derived from native Israeli semi-desert plants. These products utilize proprietary aromatic ingredients that mask plant odors and reduce insect attraction, effectively preventing pest-related damage and the spread of viruses. EdenShield's innovative approach helps growers enhance the yield and health of crops, including cannabis, vegetables, and flowers, while promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
Ubiqutek Ltd. is a company that specializes in the development of electricides for weed control, utilizing its proprietary RootWave technology. Founded in 2012 and based in Kineton, United Kingdom, Ubiqutek offers its innovative product, Touch Pro, which is a hand-held weeding device designed to effectively target and eliminate various species of weeds, including perennial, biennial, annual, and invasive types such as Japanese knotweed and giant hogweed. The company's focus is on providing environmentally sustainable solutions for the horticulture and amenity sectors, presenting a chemical-free alternative to traditional herbicides. Ubiqutek aims to improve environmental outcomes through its advanced technology, addressing weeding challenges in a cost-effective manner.
Ubiqutek Ltd. is a company that specializes in the development of electricides for weed control, utilizing its proprietary RootWave technology. Founded in 2012 and based in Kineton, United Kingdom, Ubiqutek offers its innovative product, Touch Pro, which is a hand-held weeding device designed to effectively target and eliminate various species of weeds, including perennial, biennial, annual, and invasive types such as Japanese knotweed and giant hogweed. The company's focus is on providing environmentally sustainable solutions for the horticulture and amenity sectors, presenting a chemical-free alternative to traditional herbicides. Ubiqutek aims to improve environmental outcomes through its advanced technology, addressing weeding challenges in a cost-effective manner.
Infarm is a Berlin-based company that specializes in building and distributing efficient vertical farms within urban environments. Founded in 2013, Infarm employs IoT technologies and machine learning to create a modular farming system designed to enhance food production. Its innovative approach allows cities to grow fresh produce locally, promoting self-sufficiency while improving the safety, quality, and environmental impact of food. By integrating advanced technology with compact growing kits, Infarm aims to provide a resilient and transparent alternative food system that meets the needs of urban populations.
EFOS d.o.o. is a company based in Postojna, Slovenia, specializing in environmental and food safety solutions for customers across Europe, Australia, and the Americas. Established in 2007, EFOS offers a range of products and services, including Trapview, an advanced pest insect monitoring and forecasting platform that provides high-resolution images from traps and analytical tools to track data over time. The company also develops systems for animal identification and movement, veterinary information, and water quality monitoring. By leveraging artificial intelligence, EFOS enables clients to remotely monitor pest populations and predict pest development stages, thereby enhancing their ability to manage agricultural practices effectively. With a team of experts in integrated information systems, EFOS aims to become a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the field of environment and food safety on a global scale.
Founded in 2012, Nanolike specializes in optimizing logistics for the chemical and agri-food industries. It offers an IoT-based software platform focusing on industrial applications, logistics optimization, and measurement solutions.
Cropti is a developer of a cloud-based agricultural application aimed at enhancing the profitability of farms. The platform provides farmers with essential tools for better decision-making in their daily operations. Its features include task management, data recording, data analysis, and insight reminders. By utilizing these tools, farmers can optimize their practices and improve overall farm performance.
EasyPonic is a company focused on enhancing hydroponic farming through its innovative product, Nanny. This agricultural intelligence device is equipped with precision sensors that monitor critical parameters such as temperature, light, and humidity within the hydroponic system. By analyzing these factors, Nanny provides real-time notifications to users via a smartphone application, offering guidance on how to mitigate potential damage to plants. This technology enables hydroponic growers to optimize their crop yields and better understand the nuances of their cultivation environment, ultimately improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of hydroponic farming practices.
Smalle Technologies
Grant in 2016
Smalle Technologies is a Barcelona University spinoff dedicated to developing clean renewable energy methods that are independent of fossil fuels and environmentally friendly. The company focuses on researching sustainable energy sources to meet current needs without compromising future resources.
Susteen Technologies
Grant in 2016
Susteen Technologies specializes in converting waste biomass into sustainable energy and resources, including syngas, bio-oil, and biochar. The company utilizes advanced thermo-catalytic reforming technology, which encompasses processes such as thermal drying, decomposition, and catalytic reforming, to effectively process various types of organic waste, including fermentation residues, agricultural and forestry byproducts, industrial biomass, and municipal organic wastes. By harnessing these innovative techniques, Susteen Technologies aims to provide clean energy solutions and contribute to waste management while minimizing environmental pollution.
MicroGaia Biotech
Grant in 2016
MicroGaia Biotech is a R&D tech-based company that creates functional bioproducts for agriculture.
MicroGaia is a spin-off of the CEBAS-CSIC.
BreedIT is an emerging Israeli provider of advanced agro-breeding information technologies, support, and integration systems, aimed at assisting plant breeders to plan, manage and analyze their breeding data and to perform research activities quickly and effectively.
BreedIT staff consists of experts from varied disciplines, including professional breeders, phytopathologists, molecular biologists, computer experts and system analyzers. The deep understanding of the work process and understanding of the needs enables an accomplished Information system analysis and solution for researchers and breeders.
The company has direct access to the most advanced research laboratories and academic know-how, enabling it to stay at the cutting edge of breeding R&D with knowledge and proprietary technology developed by its researchers at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem and its technology transfer arm.
Agricon is a solution provider for digital crop production in Central and Eastern Europe. Since 1997 it has been helping farmers to use machinery, equipment and working time more efficiently. The quality of crop-related decisions is thereby decisively improved.
Its experienced agricultural engineers and service technicians introduce technologies of digital crop farming into agriculture and advise and accompany the companies in the implementation of modern cropping strategies.
In addition, together with practitioners, Agricon develops established procedures and research new solution concepts.
PlastiSens is a technology company focused on creating innovative solutions for the detection of antibiotics and pesticides through disposable on-site sensors. Primarily serving the dairy and agriculture sectors, PlastiSens has developed a user-friendly handheld sensor system that enables the rapid and accurate testing of antibiotic residues in milk. These sensors are designed for ease of use, allowing individuals without prior training to conduct tests and determine whether antibiotic levels exceed established maximum residue limits. The company aims to enhance food safety and quality through its state-of-the-art detection capabilities, contributing to improved monitoring practices in agricultural production.
SensoWave provides IoT and big data solutions for the livestock industry.
Nafici Eenvironmental Research
Grant in 2016
Nafici Environmental Research Ltd, founded in 2008 and based in Horsham, United Kingdom, specializes in the research and development of innovative processes for transforming agricultural straw, including wheat, barley, and oat, into paper pulp. Leveraging 25 years of expertise in cellulose extraction, the company has developed a method that addresses the cost and environmental challenges typically associated with straw pulping. This advancement not only enhances the efficiency of the pulp production process but also reintroduces straw into the paper industry, providing substantial environmental benefits. Additionally, Nafici's approach generates valuable by-products and income opportunities, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices within the sector.
Semillero Laimund
Grant in 2016
Semilleros Laimund is a company specialized in the production of horticultural and ornamental plants.
More than 30 years of experience make of Semillero Laimund one of the leading companies in the Business of the ornamental crops and fruits and vegetable seedlings in Spain both technological developing applied to the product at facilities.
The company has three branches located in the province of Almería with a surface of 82,000 square meters of nurseries of the latest generation where 40 millions of seedlings of vegetables are produced.
Axeb Biotech
Grant in 2016
Axeb Biotech, based in Barcelona, Spain, is an agrobiotechnological company focused on research, development, and manufacturing of biochemical products for the agricultural sector in Latin America. The company specializes in enhancing plant health and crop yields sustainably, offering a range of solutions including organic chelated minerals for animal feeding, adsorbents for mycotoxins, and various antistress molecules for plants. Additionally, Axeb Biotech provides biostimulants that promote growth and resilience against environmental stresses such as salinity and drought. With over 25 years of experience in biostimulants and plant nutrition, Axeb Biotech aims to address customer needs in sustainable agriculture while optimizing agricultural productivity. The company’s name reflects its commitment to resilience and sustainability, inspired by vegetation that thrives in harsh conditions.
Saturas is a precision agriculture company that develops and manufactures stem water potential SWP sensor systems for irrigation management. Its miniature sensors are embedded in the trunks of trees, vines, and other crops, providing direct contact with water tissues to deliver accurate, real-time measurements of plant water status. The system comprises implanted sensors, in-orchard wireless transponders, and a control unit that transmits data to a central system connected to irrigation controllers. This enables automated, real-time irrigation tailoring to crop needs, reducing water usage while aiming to increase fruit production, size, and sugar content. Saturas' technology supports vineyards and other crops by delivering easy-to-read reports to farmers and enabling precise irrigation decisions. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Misgav, Israel.
AlgaEnergy
Venture Round in 2016
AlgaEnergy S.A., established in 2007 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, is a microalgae biotechnology company. It specializes in developing and producing a range of products derived from microalgae and cyanobacteria, including agricultural biostimulants (AgriAlgae), cosmetics, and biofuels. The company's solutions cater to diverse markets such as aquaculture, agriculture, nutrition, cosmetics, and biofuels. AlgaEnergy operates subsidiaries in several countries, including the United States, Mexico, India, and Brazil. It is backed by prominent investors, including IBERDROLA, a global leader in renewable energy. The company's mission is guided by a robust R&D program, led by renowned scientists, aiming to harness the potential of microalgae for innovative, sustainable products.
PENTABIOL SL
Venture Round in 2016
PentaBiol S.L. is a Spanish company founded in 2013 that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of nutritional postbiotic products aimed at enhancing the digestive health, immune defenses, and productivity of livestock. The company offers a diverse range of products tailored for various animal categories, including lactating and transition stages, growth and fattening phases, milk production, breeding sows, piglets, slow growth, laying hens, and cuniculture. One of its notable innovations is PROBISAN, a fermented fodder improver that has demonstrated superior performance compared to leading competitors. Extensive independent testing on commercial swine farms revealed that piglets fed PROBISAN consumed 10% less feed while achieving 4% greater growth, resulting in a 14% yield advantage. PentaBiol's focus on optimizing nutritional and immunological functions through innovative feed solutions contributes significantly to the health and productivity of livestock operations.
Delacon Biotechnik
Grant in 2016
Delacon Biotechnik specializes in the production of plant-based phytogenic feed additives for the livestock and aquaculture industries. The company manufactures a variety of products, including herbs, spices, and essential oils, aimed at enhancing animal health and performance. In addition to its product offerings, Delacon provides research and development services, allowing clients to access a diverse range of effective natural ingredients. Through its innovative solutions, Delacon contributes to improved health and productivity in livestock, supporting sustainable practices within the agricultural sector.
Nanolike
Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2012, Nanolike specializes in optimizing logistics for the chemical and agri-food industries. It offers an IoT-based software platform focusing on industrial applications, logistics optimization, and measurement solutions.
eLEAF is a provider of satellite-based applications and data designed to enhance crop production and water management. The company focuses on delivering solutions that promote sustainable water use, increase food production, and protect environmental systems. eLEAF specializes in operational satellite-based solutions, continuously refining its algorithms to offer innovative and relevant products. The company partners with organizations leading advancements in food security and water productivity, enabling it to develop effective solutions for emerging challenges. With a global presence, eLEAF has experience serving clients in over 50 countries, including public authorities addressing complex resource management issues and commercial clients seeking reliable monitoring products for optimizing their production processes. Its services encompass water auditing, productivity management, crop monitoring, irrigation planning, crop index insurance, and agricultural risk solutions, all aimed at improving efficiency in food production and water usage.
Traktor Technologies is a company based in Tbilisi, Georgia, founded in 2016. It operates an online platform that connects small and medium-sized farmers in emerging markets with agricultural best practices, information, goods, and services. The platform offers a variety of tools designed to enhance crop production and improve access to essential services, including actionable weather reports, fair loans, and insurance options. Although still in beta, Traktor has gained popularity among Georgian farmers and has received support from prominent donors, reflecting its commitment to helping farmers achieve better yields and optimize their operations.
Agroknow is a data and analytics company specializing in the agricultural and biodiversity sectors. The company focuses on capturing and organizing valuable information to make it accessible and meaningful for various stakeholders, including scientists, educators, farmers, and consumers. Agroknow offers a cloud-based risk intelligence platform designed to assist food manufacturers, retailers, and food service chains in predicting risks and preventing food recalls. By leveraging its state-of-the-art technology and high-quality data, Agroknow provides competitive solutions and customized services tailored to the needs of its clients, enabling them to make informed decisions based on comprehensive food supply chain data and analytics.
Symborg SL is an agricultural biotechnology company based in Murcia, Spain, founded in 2008. It specializes in developing biological solutions aimed at maximizing crop yields while addressing sustainability challenges. The company offers a range of products, including MycoUp Activ, MycoUp, VitaSoil WP, Resid HC, Resid MG, and Asalvo. Recognized as a leader in research, development, and innovation within the agricultural biotechnology sector, Symborg operates internationally, with subsidiaries across Europe, the USA, South America, and Asia, and its products are utilized in over 40 countries. The company actively promotes mycorrhizal research and is a member of several industry organizations, including the International Mycorrhiza Society, the International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association, and the Biological Products Industry Alliance. Through its engagement, Symborg advocates for the adoption of biological control methods in sustainable agriculture and works to enhance the regulatory landscape for biopesticides globally.
Iden Biotechnology
Grant in 2015
Iden Biotechnology is a scientific company based in Noain, Spain, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative biotechnological solutions for agriculture. Founded in 2005, the company focuses on plant-based technologies that enhance crop traits, increase starch content and yield, improve nutritional profiles, and promote stress tolerance. It also offers growth enhancers and fortifiers applicable to various crops, as well as technologies for valorizing byproducts from the biofuel industry into high-value compounds. Additionally, Iden provides research and development services, including plant genetic modification and culture infrastructure, targeting sectors such as agri-food, agrobiochemical, pharmaceutical, and energy. The company aims to facilitate the transfer of advanced biotechnological knowledge from academia to industry, enhancing the overall quality and efficiency of agricultural practices.
Global Olive Consulting
Grant in 2015
Global Olive Consulting is a multidisciplinary consultancy that has adapted to the new socio-economic scene of the table olive sector.
Quality, innovation and sustainability are the three pillars on which Global Olive is founded. With a long family tradition in the sector, in 2005 it begins its journey to cover an important non-existent gap: apply new technologies to the table olive industry.
Today it has become a benchmark worldwide, implementing new processing processes anywhere in the world. Processes that provide greater competitiveness to their customers. Improving the quality of their products
The Global Olive team is made up of professionals from different fields related to Biology, Engineering, Environment and Food Technology. The teamwork and the constant evolution of his knowledge have managed to position him as a benchmark in the table olive sector. In addition, it has professionals of recognized international prestige in constant search of new markets.
Multisense Labor
Grant in 2015
Multisense is specialized in sensor, monitoring, and system control technologies based on microfluidical analysis applied to microbiological and molecular fields, which are used in agricultural, as well as aquacultural and hydrocultural contexts. As a start-up, we have already received investor equity capital to allow us to continue a strong growth path.
Multisense was established in 2013 by privet persons who have innovative mind-set and extensive knowledge in microbiology, chemistry, molecular biology, classical and instrumental chemical analysis. Multisense had 1 employes in 2013 closed year, and have 5 employees nowadays and already 100.000 € income is expected in. The aim of their company is to develop measurement service systems, which are based on the local needs at the South-Eastern region of Hungary, taking into account the strong and economically important agricultural growers in the region. In order to achieve these aims, they have applied successfully for the star-up grant of Southern Hungarian Regional Development Agency (Dél-Alföldi Regionális Ügynökség). In our start-up project they focus on innovative solutions that can solve regional problems. We have built up a detailed business plan for the project “Fast-responsive soil characterisation measurement services”, and we developed the modular sensor unit, which can fulfill the basic needs of local farmers.
Eurogan S.L. is a Spanish company established in 1964, based in Zaragoza, with additional offices in various countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, China, Russia, the United States, India, and Chile. The company specializes in the design and development of livestock equipment, offering a range of products such as pig and poultry equipment, feeding systems, and environmental control solutions. Eurogan also provides engineering services tailored to modern livestock production. Renowned for its creativity and innovation, the company has garnered a strong reputation among clients who appreciate its commitment to incorporating the latest technologies in its offerings. Over the years, Eurogan has positioned itself as a leader in the livestock equipment sector.
MET is an Italian SME focused on translating the sanitizing action of ozone into innovative industrial applications for transportation, agro-food and, recently, greenhouse crops.
Agrofield is a company specialized in fruit and vegetable preservation. Their working field covers all kinds of processed food and agricultural warehouse. On the other hand, the company is also focused on sells and distribution of phytosanitary products (agricultural, garden and vegetable garden, and outdoors gardening) and biocides. The company in their attempt to constantly innovate has a powerful R&D department as well as a specialized department in cattle industry: disinfection, disinfestation, anti-rat processes).
Agricon is a solution provider for digital crop production in Central and Eastern Europe. Since 1997 it has been helping farmers to use machinery, equipment and working time more efficiently. The quality of crop-related decisions is thereby decisively improved.
Its experienced agricultural engineers and service technicians introduce technologies of digital crop farming into agriculture and advise and accompany the companies in the implementation of modern cropping strategies.
In addition, together with practitioners, Agricon develops established procedures and research new solution concepts.
Demmos is a research and development company focused on electromagnetic energy applications for industrial use. It conducts R&D campaigns from material characterization to industrial testing, leveraging microwave technology to enhance product value and support the development of new processes. The company provides innovation services designed to meet client expectations and improve energy efficiency, reduce production costs, and raise product quality. Its approach aims to boost sustainability and competitiveness in the agro-industrial sector by optimizing energy consumption and enabling more efficient production. Demmos has engaged in European funding initiatives, including an EASME-supported agrifood program, illustrating its involvement in sector-specific innovation.
Ignitia specializes in high-resolution, AI-driven weather forecasting optimized for tropical regions. It provides hyper-localized forecasts via SMS, benefiting agriculture, industry, mining, and offshore applications. The company's services include short-term forecasting, climate statistics, early warnings for extreme weather, and near real-time data.
Stingray Marine Solutions
Grant in 2015
Stingray Marine Solutions AS is a Norwegian technology firm based in Oslo, specializing in innovative solutions for the aquaculture industry, specifically in the removal of sea lice from fish. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an advanced optical delousing system that employs camera vision and laser technology to detect and eliminate sea lice from salmon in net pens. This automated process enhances fish health management by minimizing the need for physical handling of the fish, thereby increasing productivity in salmon farming. Stingray Marine Solutions operates as a subsidiary of Beck Engineering AS and has its origins in the entrepreneurial vision of Esben Beck, who has been involved in technology development since 1999.
Alging Ambientaciones SL
Grant in 2015
Alging Ambientaciones develops and pilot tests the BIORECYGAS.
BIORECYGAS uses the extracted CO2 and NOx as feedstock to grow Chlorella and other algae strains producing a biomass stream. This is raw material for products currently available and demanded in the market like: protein and sugar-rich agricultural products, protein rich foods and nutritional supplements, selective food oils and biodiesel. BIORECYGAS transforms CO2 and NOx emissions into a source of income.
Camelina Company España
Grant in 2015
Camelina Company España is a leader in sustainable agriculture, specializing in the production of camelina, an industrial crop known for its environmental benefits. The company focuses on developing camelina plantations that yield oil and meal, primarily for use as feedstock in biojetfuel and biodiesel production. By introducing camelina into existing crop rotations, the company enhances agricultural sustainability without displacing food crops. Utilizing proprietary camelina seed varieties and advanced prediction models, Camelina Company optimizes elite varieties tailored to various cropping systems, ultimately helping farmers improve their profitability while promoting eco-friendly practices.
Tera Srl
Seed Round in 2015
Tera Srl, established in 2007, is an innovative small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) that specializes in energy efficiency solutions. The company combines the expertise of engineers and managers in computer science, renewable energy, and electronics. Tera's primary focus is on developing Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for smart homes, smart industries, and smart agriculture, alongside energy management systems for both public and private buildings. Additionally, Tera provides monitoring and control systems for photovoltaic systems, aiming to enhance the efficiency of energy use and promote sustainable practices.
Pycno develops wireless soil sensors and a software platform to enhance agricultural efficiency. Their modular sensors measure key soil and environmental factors, while the platform provides real-time, science-based recommendations for optimal water usage, fertilization timing, disease prediction, and more.