GrainCorp

ounded in 2022, Calice is at the forefront of agricultural innovation. We specialize in computationally modeling biological and agronomic data of crops to predict and enhance their yield, quality, and adaptability across diverse environmental scenarios. Our flagship software, NODES™, leverages advanced artificial intelligence, data science, and bioinformatics to transform vast amounts of crop data into actionable insights. This enables agricultural companies to optimize their R&D programs, reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact. At Calice, we believe that the future of agriculture lies in harnessing the power of science and technology to create sustainable and resilient farming practices. Our mission is to contribute to a more sustainable world by helping our clients develop better crops and products, ensuring that natural and productive resources are universally accessible. Join us as we lead the next revolution in agriculture, fostering growth and resilience for a more prosperous and environmentally conscious future.

Peptobiotics is a biotechnology startup focused on livestock disease prevention through innovative synthetic biology solutions. The company specializes in the development of recombinant custom peptides cultivated from synthetic microorganisms, which serve as antibiotic alternatives for promoting animal health and growth. By providing farmers and breeders with effective tools to protect livestock against pathogens, Peptobiotics aims to enhance agricultural productivity while ensuring humane and sustainable practices. The company’s approach addresses the critical need for disease prevention in livestock without contributing to antibiotic resistance, thereby fostering a more responsible and sustainable agricultural ecosystem.

ZoomAgri operates an online platform that assesses the quality of agricultural commodities. Its products include ZoomBarley and ZoomSpex, which use computer vision, AI, and machine learning to determine the physical quality of grains and oilseeds in real-time. The company serves various supply chain participants, including seed companies, farmers, grain handlers, exporters, processors, surveying firms, and laboratories.

Loam Bio is a company focused on manufacturing microbial products designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and enhance soil fertility. Founded in 2016 and based in Orange, Australia, the company is engaged in developing innovative technology that enables the inoculation of crops with symbiotic micro-organisms. This approach aims to improve agricultural sustainability by promoting healthier soils and more efficient carbon management.

Zetifi specializes in wireless network technology designed to enhance mobile broadband coverage for farms, vehicles, and machinery in rural and remote locations.

Hone unlocks chemical analysis, utilizing the latest developments in spectroscopy and machine learning. They deliver solutions in spectroscopy for a range of applications.

FutureFeed focuses on reducing methane emissions from livestock through an innovative feed ingredient derived from Asparagopsis seaweed. This solution improves farm profitability while mitigating climate change, with potential additional income streams via carbon markets and access to premium niche markets.

Levur is a biotechnology company that develops synthetic biology platforms to create sustainable cosmetic oil substitutes using yeast fermentation. The company aims to help businesses address supply chain challenges related to climate-smart sourcing of key raw ingredients.