Leaps by Bayer

Leaps by Bayer is the corporate venture capital arm of Bayer, established in 2015 and headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany. The company focuses on investing in groundbreaking advancements within the life sciences, particularly in biotechnology and agriculture. By targeting disruptive biotechnologies, Leaps by Bayer aims to make significant and lasting contributions that can profoundly impact humanity. Through its strategic investments, the firm seeks to support innovations that address critical challenges in healthcare and food production.

Paimun Amini

Senior Director of Venture Investments Agriculture

Fabio Pucci Ph.D

Senior Director of Venture Investments Health

Past deals in Iowa

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.

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.
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