AgTechUCD

AgTechUCD is an accelerator programme for early-stage startups in Ireland and Europe, in the AgTech, FoodTech, and VetTech sectors. It Accelerates the Development of the AgTech Innovation Ecosystem.

Niamh Collins

Director

18 past transactions

Evogen

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Evogen is a cutting-edge platform that integrates advanced genetic insights with environmental data to provide tailored, data-driven breeding recommendations.

RoboCrop

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
RoboCrop is dedicated to revolutionizing agricultural production across various crops using advanced robotic systems designed to optimize yields and minimize environmental impacts. It's robotic solutions empower farmers to automate tasks such as crop nutrition, pest control, and crop health assessment, promoting precision agriculture and sustainable farming practices.

IONA Minerals

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
ONA Minerals is a distributor of natural minerals dedicated to providing innovative solutions to address environmental pollution challenges in land, waterways, and air

Zirkulu

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Zirkulu is a material innovation company focused on developing bio-based solutions for practical use. It aims to accelerate the adoption of renewable, eco-friendly products that directly engage consumers. Currently, Zirkulu is working on a bio-based coating for fertilizers to combat soil degradation caused by synthetic fertilizers. Additionally, the company operates an outdoor apparel business, producing jackets made from recycled plastic and sugarcane by-products. These jackets, available in black onyx and stone blue, are three-layered, lightweight, waterproof, and breathable, offering customers sustainable clothing options.

Aerial

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Aerial AG is one of the top suppliers of agricultural and forestry drone services, Aerial AG specializes in using cutting-edge technology to improve farming and forestry methods and maximize yield production. Using the potential of unmanned aerial vehicles, Aerial AG is transforming conventional farming and forestry practices thanks to its extensive knowledge of the agriculture and forestry sectors and innovative spirit.

Weighless Wonders

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Weighless Wonders is dedicated to supporting individuals on their weight loss journeys through both online and in-person classes. Its approach emphasizes holistic wellness, integrating not just diet and exercise, but also mental and emotional well-being.

AmuGreen

Pre Seed Round in 2023
AmuGreen operates compact anaerobic digesters that convert food waste into renewable biogas for power and heat generation. Their on-site biodigester systems enable households, schools, communities, and businesses to manage waste sustainably, reduce carbon emissions, lower energy costs, and support a circular economy.

Dairy Robotics

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Dairy Robotics aims to alleviate dairy industry problems such as environmental pressures, animal welfare, and farm labour shortages.

Silicate

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Silicate is a company focused on innovative geochemistry solutions aimed at permanently removing excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Utilizing enhanced weathering techniques, Silicate employs silicate-carbonate cycle technology to facilitate the capture and long-term storage of carbon dioxide over geological timescales. This approach not only addresses climate change by mitigating atmospheric CO2 levels but also provides consumers with a scalable and cost-effective carbon removal solution. Through its commitment to advancing carbon removal technologies, Silicate plays a crucial role in efforts to combat global warming and promote environmental sustainability.

Well Spent Grain

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Well Spent Grain is an upcycling company based in Ireland that specializes in producing value-added food products, particularly snack bites, from brewers' spent grain. By utilizing this byproduct of the brewing process, the company addresses waste issues while providing sustainable food options for consumers and breweries alike. Through its innovative approach, Well Spent Grain not only creates delicious snacks but also promotes environmental sustainability within the food industry.

Farm Fayre

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Farm Fayre has developed a field-to-field online cattle sales platform that helps connect buyers and sellers of livestock more conveniently.

AmuGreen

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
AmuGreen operates compact anaerobic digesters that convert food waste into renewable biogas for power and heat generation. Their on-site biodigester systems enable households, schools, communities, and businesses to manage waste sustainably, reduce carbon emissions, lower energy costs, and support a circular economy.

Acregreen

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Acregreen is an innovative agtech company developing automated vertical farming technology. This system grows animal feed on-site, using seeds, and requires only power and water, making it highly adaptable. By producing feed locally, Acregreen helps livestock farmers mitigate supply chain issues, enhance food security, and improve feed reliability and quality.

Agricom

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Agricom is concentrated on using technology to digitise the agri-food supply chain in an effort to reduce waste and boost resilience to the climate crisis and other economic and environmental catastrophes.

Miljo

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
The Miljo tech aims to provide optimal nutrition based on individual herds’ performance targets while minimising environmental impacts.

RialtoLabs

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
RialtoLabs develops AI-driven spectroscopic and optical sensing solutions for the food and agriculture sectors. By blending data analytics with spectroscopy and green chemistry, it provides rapid, on-site analysis and real-time insights to optimize resources, reduce waste, and support climate-neutral goals. Its technology supports carbon offset programs by enabling rapid soil organic carbon analysis to verify and certify the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives, while reducing the time and cost associated with internal development. RialtoLabs positions itself as a provider of customized spectroscopic solutions and seeks to become a global leader in the space. It participates in the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub to accelerate adoption of its technologies.

Biotec

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Biotec has created a machine learning algorithm that can be used as an early warning food safety management system for businesses in order to reduce food safety issues.

OptaHaul

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
OptaHaul specializes in route optimization solutions tailored for the dairy industry. Its SaaS platform integrates route planning, load fill optimization, and plant delivery scheduling to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
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