SVG Ventures

Barn Owl Technologies specializes in advanced scouting technology aimed at enhancing pest management in modern agriculture. The company develops automatic scouting tools that facilitate early pest detection, specifically tailored for organic farms. With a focus on precision, these tools deliver immediate results with high sensitivity, allowing farmers to identify pests such as Japanese beetles up to a week in advance. This early detection capability enables more strategic pest control measures, ultimately leading to potential cost savings for farmers.

Cherrp is an environmental company. It offers wildlife management solutions.

Tarvos is a Brazilian company established in 2017, specializing in agricultural pest monitoring solutions. It has developed a sensor-based trap that counts and classifies insects, providing real-time data to farmers. This technology helps identify pest locations and optimal intervention times, enabling timely and effective pest control. Additionally, the platform assesses pest pressure and potential crop damage, facilitating informed decision-making regarding insecticide application. By offering these insights, Tarvos aims to enhance crop monitoring and improve agricultural yields for its clients.

ARPAC delivers important results in pest control through their own research and development of their aircraft and application systems; as well as, performing services in locations where other vehicles can not reach.

Decoy Smart Control is biological solutions developer for pest control.

Pheronym, Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company based in Gainesville, Florida, focused on developing environmentally friendly solutions for pest control. Founded in 2011, the company offers a pheromone spray that enhances the efficacy of nematodes, which are microscopic roundworms used as organic insecticides. This innovative approach allows farmers to combat pests effectively, rivaling chemical pesticides while eliminating harmful health and environmental impacts. Pheronym also provides an additive that activates entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) and utilizes the nematodes' pheromones to influence their behavior and development. By leveraging synthetic biology, Pheronym aims to support farmers in transitioning from conventional pesticides to sustainable bio-pesticides, ensuring the health and freshness of crops.

Farm Dog specializes in developing a pest and disease management toolkit aimed at enhancing crop protection for farmers. This toolkit streamlines the scouting process, enabling farmers to efficiently share field observations and make informed treatment decisions. By democratizing agricultural data, Farm Dog provides valuable insights into yields and resource inputs. The software allows users to track various agricultural challenges, including pests, diseases, and weeds, while also facilitating the recording of trap counts and geo-referencing findings. Additionally, it enables users to document their observations with photographs, ultimately improving decision-making and productivity in agricultural practices.