Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz and based in Menlo Park, California. It funds startups across the entire lifecycle, from seed to growth, with a broad focus on software and technology-enabled businesses. The firm backs companies in software, cloud infrastructure, digital platforms, data storage, and mobile and Internet services, as well as sectors at the intersection of technology with life sciences, such as bio healthcare and computational medicine. Its investments span artificial intelligence, fintech, consumer and enterprise software, crypto and blockchain, cybersecurity, and related infrastructure. Through strategic guidance and a hands-on approach, the firm aims to help portfolio companies scale and innovate.

Leila Abu-Sharr

Partner, Market Development

Anish Acharya

General Partner

Vineeta Agarwala

General Partner

Eric Alby

Partner

Ryan Allen

Partner

Past deals in AgTech

Silo

Series C in 2023
Silo provides an end-to-end software platform that automates the perishable supply chain by connecting growers, packers, shippers, wholesalers and distributors, retailers, food service providers, processors, and third-party logistics services, with the platform handling inventory, orders, payments, and logistics and using artificial intelligence and machine learning to adapt to existing workflows, enabling purchasing, selling, inventory management, vendor and customer management, accounting, reporting, packing, and logistics with greater efficiency and transparency across the perishable goods market; the company is based in the United States.

Nobell Foods

Series B in 2021
Nobell Foods is a biotech company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing and producing animal-based food substitutes using plant materials. Founded in 2016, the company aims to transform plants into bioreactors to generate protein, unlocking their potential to create innovative food alternatives. By focusing on plant-based solutions, Nobell Foods seeks to provide sustainable options that can replace traditional animal products, contributing to a more environmentally friendly food system.

Silo

Series B in 2021
Silo provides an end-to-end software platform that automates the perishable supply chain by connecting growers, packers, shippers, wholesalers and distributors, retailers, food service providers, processors, and third-party logistics services, with the platform handling inventory, orders, payments, and logistics and using artificial intelligence and machine learning to adapt to existing workflows, enabling purchasing, selling, inventory management, vendor and customer management, accounting, reporting, packing, and logistics with greater efficiency and transparency across the perishable goods market; the company is based in the United States.

Silo

Series A in 2020
Silo provides an end-to-end software platform that automates the perishable supply chain by connecting growers, packers, shippers, wholesalers and distributors, retailers, food service providers, processors, and third-party logistics services, with the platform handling inventory, orders, payments, and logistics and using artificial intelligence and machine learning to adapt to existing workflows, enabling purchasing, selling, inventory management, vendor and customer management, accounting, reporting, packing, and logistics with greater efficiency and transparency across the perishable goods market; the company is based in the United States.

Apeel Sciences

Series C in 2018
Apeel Sciences, based in California, addresses the global food waste crisis by developing plant-derived solutions that extend the shelf life of fresh produce. Founded in 2012, the company creates pre-and post-harvest products using natural plant extracts, such as Edipeel and Invisipeel, which protect fruits and vegetables from environmental factors and pre-harvest issues. These innovations effectively double the lifespan of harvested crops without refrigeration, helping to reduce spoilage and conserve resources like water and energy. By leveraging materials found in the skins, peels, and seeds of fruits and vegetables, Apeel aims to minimize food waste and promote sustainability throughout the supply chain. The company's efforts are supported by a range of private investors and philanthropic organizations.

TL Biolabs

Seed Round in 2017
TL Biolabs Corp., established in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, specializes in providing automated genomic testing services for the livestock industry, focusing on beef and dairy cattle. The company offers affordable genomic tests along with complimentary software to deliver practical insights from test results.

Apeel Sciences

Series B in 2016
Apeel Sciences, based in California, addresses the global food waste crisis by developing plant-derived solutions that extend the shelf life of fresh produce. Founded in 2012, the company creates pre-and post-harvest products using natural plant extracts, such as Edipeel and Invisipeel, which protect fruits and vegetables from environmental factors and pre-harvest issues. These innovations effectively double the lifespan of harvested crops without refrigeration, helping to reduce spoilage and conserve resources like water and energy. By leveraging materials found in the skins, peels, and seeds of fruits and vegetables, Apeel aims to minimize food waste and promote sustainability throughout the supply chain. The company's efforts are supported by a range of private investors and philanthropic organizations.

Granular

Series B in 2015
Granular is a software and analytics platform focused on enhancing the efficiency and decision-making capabilities of farmers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company provides tools such as data-driven crop models, farmland research, and profit measurement at the field level. These resources enable farmers to raise healthier crops while optimizing resource use, ultimately helping them build and sustain stronger businesses. Granular is supported by prominent investors from Silicon Valley, including Andreessen Horowitz, Google Ventures, and Khosla Ventures. Through its cloud-based solutions, Granular aims to power some of the world’s most efficient farms.

Granular

Series A in 2014
Granular is a software and analytics platform focused on enhancing the efficiency and decision-making capabilities of farmers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company provides tools such as data-driven crop models, farmland research, and profit measurement at the field level. These resources enable farmers to raise healthier crops while optimizing resource use, ultimately helping them build and sustain stronger businesses. Granular is supported by prominent investors from Silicon Valley, including Andreessen Horowitz, Google Ventures, and Khosla Ventures. Through its cloud-based solutions, Granular aims to power some of the world’s most efficient farms.

Solum

Series B in 2012
Solum develops a field-deployable measurement tool designed to provide farmers with immediate insights into soil nutrient requirements. By enabling precise fertilizer application, Solum helps farmers optimize costs and enhance crop yields. The technology not only supports agricultural efficiency but also promotes sustainability by minimizing nitrogen runoff, which contributes to aquatic dead zones, and addressing nitrous oxide emissions, a significant greenhouse gas linked to ozone depletion. Through its innovative soil testing services, Solum aims to transform farming practices for better environmental outcomes.
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