Innova Memphis, established in 2007 by the Memphis Bioworks Foundation, is a venture capital firm located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm specializes in pre-seed, seed, and early-stage investments in high-growth companies within the biosciences, technology, and agri-tech sectors. Innova aims to connect capital with innovative ideas to develop groundbreaking products and services. By investing in start-ups, the firm not only supports their growth but also facilitates partnerships with established corporations for licensing or further investment opportunities. With a team experienced in management and market expertise, Innova is equipped to transform concepts into viable business units ready to compete in the market. Their approach combines technical knowledge, proven staffing, and appropriate funding to maximize the potential for success in the competitive landscape.
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Soiltech Wireless
Venture Round in 2024
Soiltech Wireless, founded in 2019 and based in Rupert, Idaho, specializes in developing agricultural technology solutions that deliver real-time data to farming professionals. The company’s hardware and software platform captures insights throughout the entire growth and storage cycle of crops, facilitating improved yields and operational efficiency. Its products are designed for ease of deployment and data extraction, allowing farmers to optimize quality without installation difficulties. Additionally, Soiltech Wireless offers scalable monitoring solutions that support end-to-end traceability and help document the effectiveness of regenerative agricultural practices.
HerdDogg
Series A in 2023
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Rantizo
Series A in 2023
Rantizo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and sale of agricultural drones and related equipment, including trailers, sprayers, spreaders, and battery chargers. Founded in 2018 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Rantizo offers precision spraying services for crops using an innovative electrostatic spraying technique. This technology ensures even coverage of pesticides and chemicals, addressing common challenges faced by farmers in applying these substances. Additionally, Rantizo integrates software solutions with drone manufacturers and agronomy systems to enhance large-scale agricultural operations, facilitating efficient mapping, compliance, and coordination of spraying needs. Through its products and services, Rantizo aims to streamline agricultural practices and improve crop management for farmers.
Birds Eye Robotics
Seed Round in 2023
Birds Eye Robotics specializes in developing autonomous robotic solutions tailored for poultry farmers. The company's technology integrates advanced automation with farmer expertise to enhance operational efficiency in poultry production. Birds Eye's robots are designed to navigate complex environments, including broiler houses, commercial feeders, water lines, and migration fences. By employing AI-driven automation, Birds Eye Robotics aims to improve animal welfare and reduce labor requirements for commercial poultry growers, ultimately helping clients optimize feed conversion and enhance bedding conditions for their livestock.
Beta Hatch
Convertible Note in 2022
Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed, utilizing innovative rearing technology that converts organic waste into nutritious insect protein, oils, and fertilizers. The company focuses on farming mealworms and produces insect manure, or frass, as a by-product for use in fertilizers. Additionally, Beta Hatch transforms spent brewery grains into insect feed, contributing to a sustainable and zero-waste agricultural system. With a commitment to advancing food systems, the company also explores potential applications for insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 2015 and based in Cashmere, Washington, Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele that includes farmers, ranchers, and researchers, aiming to establish insects as a valuable commodity crop in the agricultural landscape.
Isomark
Seed Round in 2022
Isomark, LLC, founded in 2005 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in non-invasive breath monitoring technology aimed at detecting life-threatening infections in both humans and animals. The company has developed a patented breath analyzer called Canary, which measures and analyzes isotopic biomarkers in exhaled CO2 samples. This technology enables rapid detection of infections, providing results in as little as 30 seconds, significantly faster than traditional diagnostic methods that may take hours or days. In the agricultural sector, Isomark addresses the pressing issue of bovine respiratory diseases, which affect approximately one million beef cattle annually in the United States, leading to substantial economic losses. By offering real-time monitoring at the Chute site, Isomark's technology enhances animal health management, reduces the need for antibiotics, and ultimately improves meat quality for consumers.
Phinite
Seed Round in 2022
Phinite is a company focused on addressing the challenges of manure management in the agricultural sector, particularly for hog farmers in North Carolina. With the increasing difficulty of finding suitable land for sludge application, the company has developed systems to convert animal waste into a renewable, low-carbon fertilizer. This process results in a granular, odorless product that can be easily spread using conventional farming equipment. By transforming manure into a valuable resource, Phinite aims to enhance soil fertility and boost crop yields for farmers, providing a sustainable solution to an ongoing problem in livestock farming.
Tractor Zoom
Series A in 2022
Tractor Zoom, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects farm equipment auctioneers with buyers, facilitating the purchase and sale of agricultural machinery. Founded in 2017 and based in Urbandale, Iowa, the company offers a mobile application that allows auctioneers to list and promote their auctions while enabling buyers to search for and browse available farm equipment. The platform streamlines the auction advertising process, making it easier for users to access auction inventory nationwide. Tractor Zoom is dedicated to helping agricultural leaders make informed, data-driven decisions regarding the buying, selling, financing, and insuring of heavy equipment.
Glanris
Venture Round in 2022
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
Glanris
Convertible Note in 2022
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
HerdDogg
Convertible Note in 2022
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Rantizo
Convertible Note in 2022
Rantizo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and sale of agricultural drones and related equipment, including trailers, sprayers, spreaders, and battery chargers. Founded in 2018 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Rantizo offers precision spraying services for crops using an innovative electrostatic spraying technique. This technology ensures even coverage of pesticides and chemicals, addressing common challenges faced by farmers in applying these substances. Additionally, Rantizo integrates software solutions with drone manufacturers and agronomy systems to enhance large-scale agricultural operations, facilitating efficient mapping, compliance, and coordination of spraying needs. Through its products and services, Rantizo aims to streamline agricultural practices and improve crop management for farmers.
Innatrix
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Innatrix is an agricultural biotechnology company focused on developing innovative biological and chemical products aimed at controlling challenging crop diseases, pests, and weeds. Utilizing patented protein evolution technology, the company has created a peptide and RNA interference (RNAi) delivery platform that offers eco-friendly alternatives for crop protection. Innatrix's proprietary automated platform allows for advanced protein engineering through continuous laboratory evolution and other methods, such as phage display. This technology enhances researchers' capabilities in control, reporting, recording, simulation, and remote access, positioning Innatrix as a leader in sustainable agricultural solutions.
BovIQ
Pre Seed Round in 2022
BovIQ specializes in developing digital solutions for cattle and land management, aimed at enhancing farming operations. The company offers a cloud-based application that allows users to easily track and manage individual records of farms and livestock through mobile devices, both online and offline. By providing intelligent and accessible digital records, BovIQ helps agricultural producers improve the value of their cattle and optimize land usage, ultimately contributing to enhanced agricultural productivity and profitability.
Glanris
Convertible Note in 2022
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
Ag Manufacturing & Technology
Convertible Note in 2021
Ag Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and production of aftermarket agricultural equipment designed to enhance farming efficiency. Founded in 2016 and located in Prole, Iowa, the company offers products such as the IntelliDrive and IntelliDrive Plus motorized manifold add-ons for John Deere 1690/1990 air seeders. These products utilize software that can be displayed on John Deere split screens or any tablet, effectively reducing input waste in seed control operations. The equipment is applicable for a wide range of crops, including soybeans, wheat, cotton, canola, rice, hemp, peas, and cover crops. Ag Manufacturing & Technology distributes and services its products through a network of dealers, aiming to improve agricultural practices and minimize overseeding on various terrains.
Clean Crop Technologies
Series A in 2021
Clean Crop Technologies, based in Haydenville, Massachusetts, specializes in food processing solutions aimed at enhancing food safety and reducing food waste. The company has developed a proprietary technology known as 'Clean Current,' which utilizes cold plasma generated from electricity and air to eliminate molds, toxins, and pests from grains and nuts. This method not only improves crop yields but also extends the shelf life of perishable foods without compromising their quality. Clean Crop's innovative approach is designed to be energy efficient and scalable, making it effective against a wide range of contaminants while leaving no harmful residues. Founded in 2020, Clean Crop Technologies is committed to addressing the challenges of food safety and waste in agriculture.
Global Neighbor
Seed Round in 2021
Global Neighbor specializes in developing environmentally friendly directed energy solutions for weed control, specifically targeting herbicide-resistant weeds in agriculture. Their flagship product, the Weed Seed Destroyer (WDSD), is designed to attach to combine harvesters, utilizing high-intensity light to render weed seeds non-viable during the harvesting process. This innovative approach eliminates the need for harmful herbicides, promoting sustainable agricultural practices while maximizing farm profitability. Global Neighbor aims to facilitate the adoption of these non-chemical solutions among consumers, who can access their directed energy products through online platforms and big-box retailers. By addressing the challenges posed by resistant weed species, Global Neighbor offers a clear and effective alternative for modern farming.
Grain Weevil
Seed Round in 2021
Grain Weevil develops a robotic solution aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in grain management. This robot is specifically designed for tasks within grain bins, such as leveling grain, breaking crusts, conducting inspections, and feeding grain into extraction augers. By automating these processes, Grain Weevil enables farmers and agricultural organizations to increase management frequency, reduce labor costs, and minimize losses due to spoilage. The technology helps ensure safer working conditions around grain bins, allowing farmers to store grains for extended periods while mitigating long-term risks associated with grain management.
HerdDogg
Convertible Note in 2021
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
EarthSense
Seed Round in 2021
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. The company develops innovative robots, such as the TerraSentia, an autonomous and compact device equipped with various sensors for plant phenotyping and data collection. EarthSense addresses the challenges faced by modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental impact, and food security concerns exacerbated by unpredictable weather. Its platform focuses on three key areas: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of the EarthSense platform allows for easy integration and innovation, promoting the development of a climate-smart agricultural system that aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on synthetic chemicals and costly inputs.
Beta Hatch
Venture Round in 2021
Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed, utilizing innovative rearing technology that converts organic waste into nutritious insect protein, oils, and fertilizers. The company focuses on farming mealworms and produces insect manure, or frass, as a by-product for use in fertilizers. Additionally, Beta Hatch transforms spent brewery grains into insect feed, contributing to a sustainable and zero-waste agricultural system. With a commitment to advancing food systems, the company also explores potential applications for insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 2015 and based in Cashmere, Washington, Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele that includes farmers, ranchers, and researchers, aiming to establish insects as a valuable commodity crop in the agricultural landscape.
Isomark
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Isomark, LLC, founded in 2005 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in non-invasive breath monitoring technology aimed at detecting life-threatening infections in both humans and animals. The company has developed a patented breath analyzer called Canary, which measures and analyzes isotopic biomarkers in exhaled CO2 samples. This technology enables rapid detection of infections, providing results in as little as 30 seconds, significantly faster than traditional diagnostic methods that may take hours or days. In the agricultural sector, Isomark addresses the pressing issue of bovine respiratory diseases, which affect approximately one million beef cattle annually in the United States, leading to substantial economic losses. By offering real-time monitoring at the Chute site, Isomark's technology enhances animal health management, reduces the need for antibiotics, and ultimately improves meat quality for consumers.
Birds Eye Robotics
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Birds Eye Robotics specializes in developing autonomous robotic solutions tailored for poultry farmers. The company's technology integrates advanced automation with farmer expertise to enhance operational efficiency in poultry production. Birds Eye's robots are designed to navigate complex environments, including broiler houses, commercial feeders, water lines, and migration fences. By employing AI-driven automation, Birds Eye Robotics aims to improve animal welfare and reduce labor requirements for commercial poultry growers, ultimately helping clients optimize feed conversion and enhance bedding conditions for their livestock.
Glanris
Series A in 2021
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
Grain Weevil
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Grain Weevil develops a robotic solution aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in grain management. This robot is specifically designed for tasks within grain bins, such as leveling grain, breaking crusts, conducting inspections, and feeding grain into extraction augers. By automating these processes, Grain Weevil enables farmers and agricultural organizations to increase management frequency, reduce labor costs, and minimize losses due to spoilage. The technology helps ensure safer working conditions around grain bins, allowing farmers to store grains for extended periods while mitigating long-term risks associated with grain management.
Global Neighbor
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Global Neighbor specializes in developing environmentally friendly directed energy solutions for weed control, specifically targeting herbicide-resistant weeds in agriculture. Their flagship product, the Weed Seed Destroyer (WDSD), is designed to attach to combine harvesters, utilizing high-intensity light to render weed seeds non-viable during the harvesting process. This innovative approach eliminates the need for harmful herbicides, promoting sustainable agricultural practices while maximizing farm profitability. Global Neighbor aims to facilitate the adoption of these non-chemical solutions among consumers, who can access their directed energy products through online platforms and big-box retailers. By addressing the challenges posed by resistant weed species, Global Neighbor offers a clear and effective alternative for modern farming.
ReEnvision Ag
Pre Seed Round in 2021
ReEnvision Ag specializes in the development of advanced row crop planters aimed at enhancing efficiency in commercial agriculture. The company's innovative planter system, which is currently under provisional patent, utilizes a cone-shaped dibble to ensure precise seed placement and spacing. This technology significantly minimizes the number of necessary field passes for operations like disc ripping and field cultivating, resulting in reduced labor, machinery, and fuel costs for farmers. By promoting a traceable and sustainable food source, ReEnvision Ag enables farmers to optimize crop yields and profit potential while minimizing environmental impact.
LeafTech Ag
Pre Seed Round in 2021
LeafTech Ag specializes in handheld digital lab technology aimed at improving crop management and performance for growers. Their innovative device analyzes the nutrient and chemical composition of plant leaves, providing rapid and cost-effective results. This allows farmers to receive actionable insights on optimal inputs, enabling them to apply the correct resources in the right amounts and at the ideal times and locations. By offering real-time analytics, LeafTech Ag enhances the ability of agricultural producers to achieve higher yields and better crop quality.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2021
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. The company develops innovative robots, such as the TerraSentia, an autonomous and compact device equipped with various sensors for plant phenotyping and data collection. EarthSense addresses the challenges faced by modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental impact, and food security concerns exacerbated by unpredictable weather. Its platform focuses on three key areas: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of the EarthSense platform allows for easy integration and innovation, promoting the development of a climate-smart agricultural system that aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on synthetic chemicals and costly inputs.
HerdDogg
Series A in 2021
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Tractor Zoom
Series A in 2020
Tractor Zoom, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects farm equipment auctioneers with buyers, facilitating the purchase and sale of agricultural machinery. Founded in 2017 and based in Urbandale, Iowa, the company offers a mobile application that allows auctioneers to list and promote their auctions while enabling buyers to search for and browse available farm equipment. The platform streamlines the auction advertising process, making it easier for users to access auction inventory nationwide. Tractor Zoom is dedicated to helping agricultural leaders make informed, data-driven decisions regarding the buying, selling, financing, and insuring of heavy equipment.
Rantizo
Series A in 2020
Rantizo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and sale of agricultural drones and related equipment, including trailers, sprayers, spreaders, and battery chargers. Founded in 2018 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Rantizo offers precision spraying services for crops using an innovative electrostatic spraying technique. This technology ensures even coverage of pesticides and chemicals, addressing common challenges faced by farmers in applying these substances. Additionally, Rantizo integrates software solutions with drone manufacturers and agronomy systems to enhance large-scale agricultural operations, facilitating efficient mapping, compliance, and coordination of spraying needs. Through its products and services, Rantizo aims to streamline agricultural practices and improve crop management for farmers.
Beta Hatch
Series A in 2020
Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed, utilizing innovative rearing technology that converts organic waste into nutritious insect protein, oils, and fertilizers. The company focuses on farming mealworms and produces insect manure, or frass, as a by-product for use in fertilizers. Additionally, Beta Hatch transforms spent brewery grains into insect feed, contributing to a sustainable and zero-waste agricultural system. With a commitment to advancing food systems, the company also explores potential applications for insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 2015 and based in Cashmere, Washington, Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele that includes farmers, ranchers, and researchers, aiming to establish insects as a valuable commodity crop in the agricultural landscape.
Ag Manufacturing & Technology
Convertible Note in 2020
Ag Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and production of aftermarket agricultural equipment designed to enhance farming efficiency. Founded in 2016 and located in Prole, Iowa, the company offers products such as the IntelliDrive and IntelliDrive Plus motorized manifold add-ons for John Deere 1690/1990 air seeders. These products utilize software that can be displayed on John Deere split screens or any tablet, effectively reducing input waste in seed control operations. The equipment is applicable for a wide range of crops, including soybeans, wheat, cotton, canola, rice, hemp, peas, and cover crops. Ag Manufacturing & Technology distributes and services its products through a network of dealers, aiming to improve agricultural practices and minimize overseeding on various terrains.
Glanris
Series A in 2020
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
Clean Crop Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Clean Crop Technologies, based in Haydenville, Massachusetts, specializes in food processing solutions aimed at enhancing food safety and reducing food waste. The company has developed a proprietary technology known as 'Clean Current,' which utilizes cold plasma generated from electricity and air to eliminate molds, toxins, and pests from grains and nuts. This method not only improves crop yields but also extends the shelf life of perishable foods without compromising their quality. Clean Crop's innovative approach is designed to be energy efficient and scalable, making it effective against a wide range of contaminants while leaving no harmful residues. Founded in 2020, Clean Crop Technologies is committed to addressing the challenges of food safety and waste in agriculture.
Beta Hatch
Series A in 2020
Beta Hatch Inc. specializes in the production of insect protein primarily for animal feed, utilizing innovative rearing technology that converts organic waste into nutritious insect protein, oils, and fertilizers. The company focuses on farming mealworms and produces insect manure, or frass, as a by-product for use in fertilizers. Additionally, Beta Hatch transforms spent brewery grains into insect feed, contributing to a sustainable and zero-waste agricultural system. With a commitment to advancing food systems, the company also explores potential applications for insect exoskeletons in bioplastics and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 2015 and based in Cashmere, Washington, Beta Hatch serves a diverse clientele that includes farmers, ranchers, and researchers, aiming to establish insects as a valuable commodity crop in the agricultural landscape.
Glanris
Series A in 2020
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
Nexyst360
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Nexyst 360 creates climate-controlled transportation containers with the goal of providing precise, historical, and verifiable traceability of a crop from the field to the end user in a segregated, safe manner. They provide farmers with a storage-transport system for crops with traceability, quality, and sustainability similar to their climatized shipping containers, which act as a smart boxes in which the crops are loaded at harvest and deployed for transport. This protects the crops from harsh environments and other climate factors.
Sigma0
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Sigma0 provides a platform that leverages advanced radar technology to offer agronomic insights for seed and crop management companies. By delivering affordable and accessible imaging and analytics, Sigma0 enables farmers to monitor crop details effectively, facilitating better decision-making. The technology operates seamlessly at any time of day, allowing for real-time insights that can enhance crop management practices. With a focus on maximizing yield while minimizing environmental impact, Sigma0 combines years of expertise in radar technology to support precision farming initiatives.
HerdDogg
Convertible Note in 2020
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Lepidext
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Lepidext specializes in managing populations of Lepidoptera pests through the development of species-specific bio-pesticides. Founded in 2015 by Angelika Fath-Goodin and Bruce Webb in Lexington, Kentucky, the company aims to enhance crop security and promote agricultural prosperity. By leveraging a deep understanding of insect biology alongside farmers' expertise, Lepidext provides safe and effective pest control solutions that reduce reliance on genetically modified plants and chemical pesticides. Their technology specifically targets the corn earworm and other harmful insects, offering an innovative approach to pest management that is user-friendly and environmentally responsible.
Ag Manufacturing & Technology
Seed Round in 2019
Ag Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and production of aftermarket agricultural equipment designed to enhance farming efficiency. Founded in 2016 and located in Prole, Iowa, the company offers products such as the IntelliDrive and IntelliDrive Plus motorized manifold add-ons for John Deere 1690/1990 air seeders. These products utilize software that can be displayed on John Deere split screens or any tablet, effectively reducing input waste in seed control operations. The equipment is applicable for a wide range of crops, including soybeans, wheat, cotton, canola, rice, hemp, peas, and cover crops. Ag Manufacturing & Technology distributes and services its products through a network of dealers, aiming to improve agricultural practices and minimize overseeding on various terrains.
Shepherd Farming
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Shepherd Farming operates a digital labor platform tailored for agricultural operations. This innovative platform enables farmers to efficiently monitor daily tasks, manage workforce activities, and communicate with other users regarding work requirements. By providing tools for weather monitoring and task management, Shepherd enhances the ability of growers to oversee their operations directly from mobile devices. The platform also facilitates the automatic capture of farm records, streamlining administrative processes and improving overall productivity in the agricultural sector.
Rantizo
Convertible Note in 2019
Rantizo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and sale of agricultural drones and related equipment, including trailers, sprayers, spreaders, and battery chargers. Founded in 2018 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Rantizo offers precision spraying services for crops using an innovative electrostatic spraying technique. This technology ensures even coverage of pesticides and chemicals, addressing common challenges faced by farmers in applying these substances. Additionally, Rantizo integrates software solutions with drone manufacturers and agronomy systems to enhance large-scale agricultural operations, facilitating efficient mapping, compliance, and coordination of spraying needs. Through its products and services, Rantizo aims to streamline agricultural practices and improve crop management for farmers.
Tractor Zoom
Seed Round in 2019
Tractor Zoom, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects farm equipment auctioneers with buyers, facilitating the purchase and sale of agricultural machinery. Founded in 2017 and based in Urbandale, Iowa, the company offers a mobile application that allows auctioneers to list and promote their auctions while enabling buyers to search for and browse available farm equipment. The platform streamlines the auction advertising process, making it easier for users to access auction inventory nationwide. Tractor Zoom is dedicated to helping agricultural leaders make informed, data-driven decisions regarding the buying, selling, financing, and insuring of heavy equipment.
Glanris
Seed Round in 2019
Glanris has developed an innovative, non-toxic filtration media for water purification that utilizes an agricultural by-product. This sustainable product is abundant and can be sourced locally, making it particularly beneficial for providing clean drinking water in developing countries. By leveraging this agricultural material, Glanris not only addresses water contamination issues but also creates a valuable income stream for local farmers who would otherwise discard the by-product. The filtration media has undergone extensive independent testing over two years and is now ready for production. Additionally, Glanris's biocarbon technology offers the potential for significant CO2 removal while effectively removing metals and organic contaminants from water, making it a cost-effective solution for producing clean water.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2019
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. The company develops innovative robots, such as the TerraSentia, an autonomous and compact device equipped with various sensors for plant phenotyping and data collection. EarthSense addresses the challenges faced by modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental impact, and food security concerns exacerbated by unpredictable weather. Its platform focuses on three key areas: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of the EarthSense platform allows for easy integration and innovation, promoting the development of a climate-smart agricultural system that aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on synthetic chemicals and costly inputs.
Shepherd Farming
Seed Round in 2019
Shepherd Farming operates a digital labor platform tailored for agricultural operations. This innovative platform enables farmers to efficiently monitor daily tasks, manage workforce activities, and communicate with other users regarding work requirements. By providing tools for weather monitoring and task management, Shepherd enhances the ability of growers to oversee their operations directly from mobile devices. The platform also facilitates the automatic capture of farm records, streamlining administrative processes and improving overall productivity in the agricultural sector.
Rantizo
Convertible Note in 2018
Rantizo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and sale of agricultural drones and related equipment, including trailers, sprayers, spreaders, and battery chargers. Founded in 2018 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Rantizo offers precision spraying services for crops using an innovative electrostatic spraying technique. This technology ensures even coverage of pesticides and chemicals, addressing common challenges faced by farmers in applying these substances. Additionally, Rantizo integrates software solutions with drone manufacturers and agronomy systems to enhance large-scale agricultural operations, facilitating efficient mapping, compliance, and coordination of spraying needs. Through its products and services, Rantizo aims to streamline agricultural practices and improve crop management for farmers.
Growers
Series A in 2018
Growers is a company that has developed a platform designed to enhance collaboration among ag retailers, advisors, and farmers. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Garner, North Carolina, Growers provides digital tools that facilitate farm evaluation and planning, focusing on services such as soil management, variable rate planting, and hardware calibration. These tools enable farmers to make quick and strategic decisions that enhance profitability per acre, reduce input costs, and improve overall farming performance. Additionally, the platform allows farmers to efficiently explore and purchase products by category, manufacturer, and retailer, streamlining their engagement with retailers and supporting informed decision-making.
Tractor Zoom
Seed Round in 2018
Tractor Zoom, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects farm equipment auctioneers with buyers, facilitating the purchase and sale of agricultural machinery. Founded in 2017 and based in Urbandale, Iowa, the company offers a mobile application that allows auctioneers to list and promote their auctions while enabling buyers to search for and browse available farm equipment. The platform streamlines the auction advertising process, making it easier for users to access auction inventory nationwide. Tractor Zoom is dedicated to helping agricultural leaders make informed, data-driven decisions regarding the buying, selling, financing, and insuring of heavy equipment.
HerdDogg
Seed Round in 2018
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
AgriSync
Seed Round in 2018
AgriSync, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in mobile collaboration and customer support for the agriculture sector. Founded in 2014 and based in Waukee, Iowa, AgriSync provides a platform that facilitates communication between farmers and their local advisors, allowing users to address and track support issues effectively. The software enables farmers to connect with advisors through mobile and video chatting services, enhancing the ability to discuss farming strategies in areas such as crop production and animal agriculture. By integrating these features into a single interface, AgriSync aims to improve productivity and streamline support processes for its users.
Skycision
Seed Round in 2018
Skycision offers a crop management platform that assists specialty crop farmers in detecting crop stress up to three weeks earlier than traditional methods allow. Utilizing advanced computer vision and machine learning techniques, the platform processes spectral imagery captured by drones and global satellite constellations. This technology enables farmers to efficiently identify specific areas in their fields that require treatment for pests, diseases, or water stress. By providing actionable insights from drone-collected data, Skycision helps growers save time and money in field scouting and enhances their ability to maximize yield potential. The company aims to disrupt the global agricultural market by leveraging the capabilities of the drone industry, particularly through partnerships with leading drone manufacturers.
Rabbit Tractors
Seed Round in 2017
Rabbit Tractors, Inc., established in 2017 and located in Cedar Lake, Indiana, specializes in manufacturing multifunctional farm equipment, particularly autonomous tractors designed for pre-harvest activities. The company is focused on developing compact, mobile, and swarm-capable tractors that enhance the efficiency of agricultural operations by aligning machinery capacity with the specific needs of farmland. Its innovative products include multi-purpose farm robots that operate collaboratively, allowing for improved productivity and adaptability in farming practices. Through its engineering and robotics capabilities, Rabbit Tractors aims to revolutionize the agricultural landscape with advanced autonomous driving technology.
AgriSync
Seed Round in 2017
AgriSync, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in mobile collaboration and customer support for the agriculture sector. Founded in 2014 and based in Waukee, Iowa, AgriSync provides a platform that facilitates communication between farmers and their local advisors, allowing users to address and track support issues effectively. The software enables farmers to connect with advisors through mobile and video chatting services, enhancing the ability to discuss farming strategies in areas such as crop production and animal agriculture. By integrating these features into a single interface, AgriSync aims to improve productivity and streamline support processes for its users.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2017
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. The company develops innovative robots, such as the TerraSentia, an autonomous and compact device equipped with various sensors for plant phenotyping and data collection. EarthSense addresses the challenges faced by modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental impact, and food security concerns exacerbated by unpredictable weather. Its platform focuses on three key areas: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of the EarthSense platform allows for easy integration and innovation, promoting the development of a climate-smart agricultural system that aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on synthetic chemicals and costly inputs.
Persistence Data Mining
Venture Round in 2017
Persistence Data Mining focuses on enhancing soil health through its innovative SoilyticsTM solution, a hyperspectral soil nutrient mapping technology. This advanced imaging technique enables rapid and efficient sampling, addressing the global challenge of soil health which is vital for food production, climate change mitigation, land degradation prevention, water quality, and nutritional food quality. The company aims to provide farmers with cost-effective and high-resolution data to improve soil management and fertilizer efficiency, utilizing physics-based technologies rather than traditional chemical methods. By delivering real-time soil nutrient information over extensive agricultural areas, Persistence Data Mining empowers farmers to boost crop yields, optimize input costs, and promote environmental sustainability.
Prolific Earth Sciences
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Prolific Earth Sciences, Inc. is a woman-founded and majority-owned company based in Englewood, New Jersey, that specializes in the manufacturing of microbiometers. Established in 2014, the company offers its flagship product, the microBIOMETER, which provides an affordable and efficient means for soil stewards to evaluate the effects of regenerative agricultural practices on soil health. In addition to its primary application, the microBIOMETER has potential as a tool for assessing carbon sequestration, highlighting the company's commitment to advancing research in the regenerative agriculture market.
AgSmarts
Debt Financing in 2016
AgSmarts is a provider of environmental sensing and agricultural irrigation automation technology aimed at enhancing efficiency in the agriculture sector. As global agricultural demands rise, AgSmarts addresses the challenges faced by farmers by offering a retrofit irrigation automation platform that optimizes water usage and reduces operational costs. Their technology includes patent-pending, IP-enabled sensing and wireless communication hardware, along with proprietary automation algorithms that collect critical environmental data directly from fields. This data allows existing irrigation systems to autonomously meet the specific soil moisture needs of crops throughout the growing season. Distributed through established Ag Service Providers on a Platform as a Service (PaaS) basis, AgSmarts' solutions begin to improve producers' profitability immediately upon installation by increasing yield revenues and lowering costs. Founded in 2014 by Clayton Plymill and Brett Norman in Martin, Tennessee, AgSmarts is revolutionizing agricultural practices through its innovative technology.
AgSmarts
Debt Financing in 2014
AgSmarts is a provider of environmental sensing and agricultural irrigation automation technology aimed at enhancing efficiency in the agriculture sector. As global agricultural demands rise, AgSmarts addresses the challenges faced by farmers by offering a retrofit irrigation automation platform that optimizes water usage and reduces operational costs. Their technology includes patent-pending, IP-enabled sensing and wireless communication hardware, along with proprietary automation algorithms that collect critical environmental data directly from fields. This data allows existing irrigation systems to autonomously meet the specific soil moisture needs of crops throughout the growing season. Distributed through established Ag Service Providers on a Platform as a Service (PaaS) basis, AgSmarts' solutions begin to improve producers' profitability immediately upon installation by increasing yield revenues and lowering costs. Founded in 2014 by Clayton Plymill and Brett Norman in Martin, Tennessee, AgSmarts is revolutionizing agricultural practices through its innovative technology.
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