Founded in 2007 by the Memphis Bioworks Foundation, Innova is a pre-seed, seed and early-stage investor focused on starting and funding high-growth companies in the Biosciences, Technology and AgBio fields across the state of Tennessee. Innova links capital with great ideas to create groundbreaking products and services. At Innova we invest in start-up companies, help them grow, and then assist them in linking with established corporations for licensing, buy-outs or further investments. We provide the synergy of experienced management, market expertise and venture capital to accelerate the development of new products and services into viable business units that can stand on their own and then take their place with a mature market leader, if desired. Whether an innovation is still on the drawing board or stalled in the market place the Innova staff has the expertise, skills, and experience to envision and create a functioning business unit that is prepared to thrive in the market place. Technical know-how, market-proven staffing, and "just-right" funding assure the greatest chance possible for success.
HerdDogg is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
Soiltech Wireless
Venture Round in 2024
Soiltech Wireless is a developer of ag-tech solutions to design electronic devices for agricultural professionals. Its product provides real-time data to drive efficiency and optimize quality. It also provides actionable data without installation hassles and creates scalable monitoring solutions for farmers. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Rupert, Idaho.
HerdDogg
Series A in 2023
HerdDogg is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
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.
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.
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.
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 is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
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 developing novel biological and chemical products based on patented protein evolution technology, to control untreatable crop diseases, pests, and weeds.
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.
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 is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
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.
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.
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.
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.
HerdDogg
Convertible Note in 2020
HerdDogg is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
Lepidext
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Lepidext is engaged in managing the populations of the Lepidoptera pests by introducing bio-pesticides that are species-specific. The company is committed to improving crop security and ensuring agricultural prosperity by combining a deep understanding of insect biology with the skills and experience of farmers. In 2015, Angelika Fath-Goodin and Bruce Webb established the company in Lexington, Kentucky.
Shepherd Farming
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Shepherd is a digital labor platform designed specifically for farms and agriculture operations. It allows growers to quickly see what work needs to be done on their farms for that day and to send and receive tasks from other users.
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 is a digital labor platform designed specifically for farms and agriculture operations. It allows growers to quickly see what work needs to be done on their farms for that day and to send and receive tasks from other users.
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.
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.
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.
HerdDogg
Seed Round in 2018
HerdDogg is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.
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 redefines traditional crop management with a SaaS solution poised to disrupt a massive global market. State of the art Computer Vision and Machine Learning techniques allow them to derive actionable insights from drone-collected imagery that change the way their farmers grow. By leveraging the economy of scale of drone industry-leader DJI, Skycision prepares to rapidly scale to penetrate an international market that has been too long forgotten. The ability to pinpoint crop stress, identify field threats, and recommend prescription solutions has the potential to save growers thousands of dollars in yield potential on an annual basis. Skycision enables their growers to save time and money in scouting while unlocking the hidden potential of their fields.
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.
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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