Hortau
Venture Round in 2019
Hortau Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless and web-based irrigation management systems. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, the company integrates proprietary soil sensing technologies with advanced information systems to optimize irrigation practices. Hortau’s product offerings include the WEB-TX4 Field Monitoring Stations, which transmit key soil and weather data to a cloud-based platform, and the 1k Extended Range Sensor, a tensiometer that helps growers manage deficit irrigation and monitor plant health. Additionally, the company provides various sensors that measure soil tension, temperature, and humidity, as well as comprehensive weather stations that track environmental conditions. Their cloud-based software, Irrolis, captures and analyzes real-time data, supporting agricultural managers in enhancing crop production and resource efficiency. With operations in Canada and the United States, Hortau aims to reduce water use, energy consumption, and nutrient loss while improving crop yield and productivity.
Enterra Feed Corporation, based in Maple Ridge, Canada, focuses on the research, development, and production of renewable feed ingredients and organic fertilizers. The company utilizes a natural system that employs black soldier fly larvae to convert organic waste from various sources, including grocery stores and food manufacturers, into valuable products. Enterra provides whole dried larvae as a natural feed supplement suitable for a range of animals, including birds, fish, and reptiles. Additionally, it offers Enterra meal, a protein-rich powder for animal feed, and Enterra natural oil, a fat source that can be used in aquaculture and pet food. The company also produces organic fertilizers intended for local farmers and home gardening, promoting sustainable practices in food production. Founded in 2007, Enterra aims to enhance nutrient recovery from food waste while contributing to sustainable agriculture.
Sol Cuisine
Venture Round in 2018
Sol Cuisine Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 1980 and headquartered in Mississauga, specializing in the manufacture of vegetarian and vegan meat alternatives. The company offers a diverse range of products, including frozen and fresh options that are halal, gluten-free, and organic. Its product lineup features items such as fattoush salad, various aioli dips, vegan maki, ultimate vegan poutine, and savory morning swirls. Sol Cuisine aims to provide high-quality, animal-friendly nutritional alternatives that are both delicious and health-conscious, utilizing local and environmentally sustainable ingredients in its production processes.
Hortau Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless and web-based irrigation management systems. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, the company integrates proprietary soil sensing technologies with advanced information systems to optimize irrigation practices. Hortau’s product offerings include the WEB-TX4 Field Monitoring Stations, which transmit key soil and weather data to a cloud-based platform, and the 1k Extended Range Sensor, a tensiometer that helps growers manage deficit irrigation and monitor plant health. Additionally, the company provides various sensors that measure soil tension, temperature, and humidity, as well as comprehensive weather stations that track environmental conditions. Their cloud-based software, Irrolis, captures and analyzes real-time data, supporting agricultural managers in enhancing crop production and resource efficiency. With operations in Canada and the United States, Hortau aims to reduce water use, energy consumption, and nutrient loss while improving crop yield and productivity.
Fody Food Co. Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the manufacture of low FODMAP dietary foods designed for individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Founded in 2016 and based in Montreal, Quebec, Fody offers a diverse range of products including sauces, salsas, marinades, dressings, seasonings, and convenient snack bars that aim to alleviate digestive issues. The company's mission is to provide delicious and gut-friendly food options that promote better eating habits without compromising taste. Fody's products are available for purchase online and through various retail chains, making them accessible to consumers seeking relief from IBS symptoms while enjoying flavorful meals.
Phytelligence
Series B in 2017
Phytelligence, Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company that specializes in the cultivation and provision of disease-free plants and innovative solutions for growers, nurseries, and horticultural experts. Founded in 2012 and based in Pullman, Washington, the company offers a diverse range of tissue-cultured plantlets, including pear, apple, cherry, sweet cherry, grape, and strawberry. Phytelligence utilizes advanced propagation techniques and genetic analysis services to ensure the high quality and genetic integrity of its plants, enabling clients to achieve greater profitability through improved speed to harvest and reduced input costs. Its product portfolio also includes various series of rootstocks, such as the Geneva, Gisela, and Krymsk series, contributing to healthier and more resilient crops.
FarmLead Resources Ltd. is a digital marketplace designed to enhance the buying and selling of grain, connecting farmers with verified buyers across North America. Founded in 2013 and based in Ottawa, Canada, the company operates in key agricultural regions including Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. Through its online platform and mobile application, FarmLead offers various services such as market research, grain testing, and price visibility, which help reduce brokerage fees and risks for farmers. The marketplace promotes efficiency, transparency, and equality within the grain industry, enabling farmers to negotiate better deals while allowing buyers to conveniently find the grain they need in their preferred locations.
Alasko Foods
Private Equity Round in 2016
Alasko Foods operates as a provider of frozen foods, serving a variety of sectors including hotels, industrial clients, and retail brands across North America. The company imports, prepares, and distributes over 80 million pounds of frozen fruits and vegetables annually, catering to both institutional and consumer markets. With a global supply network that encompasses over 60 agri-food producers in 20 countries, Alasko ensures that all facilities are federally inspected and adhere to H.A.C.C.P. program requirements. The company maintains a robust distribution network utilizing seven warehouses to optimize the efficiency and control of the cold chain, which is crucial for frozen food products. An internal quality assurance program monitors products continuously to uphold safety and quality standards. The Montreal facility is certified by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and has received a GFTC gold rating, alongside organic certification from Ecocert Canada.
Intelia
Venture Round in 2016
Intelia Technologies Inc. is a contract manufacturing and design company based in Joliette, Canada, established in 1999. The company specializes in providing comprehensive electronics engineering and manufacturing services, focusing on custom electronic products such as control and automation systems, data acquisition devices, communication tools, and specialized sensors. Intelia also offers after-sales services, including system repairs and upgrades. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, the company develops advanced software and AI algorithms aimed at the poultry industry, utilizing a web-based platform that collects and analyzes production data through various sensors. This system enables poultry producers to gain valuable insights, improve profitability, and identify patterns in their operations, thereby enhancing efficiency and decision-making. Intelia serves a diverse range of sectors, including water distribution, entertainment, agriculture, and health.
CheeCha Puffs
Private Equity Round in 2016
CheeCha Puffs is a Canadian snack brand that specializes in creating minimally processed, gluten-free, and low-calorie air-puffed snacks. The company is dedicated to providing flavorful alternatives to traditional greasy potato chips, appealing to health-conscious consumers. CheeCha Puffs uses natural ingredients, including potato, lime, caramel, sea salt, vinegar, and spiced pepper, to craft a variety of enticing flavors. By focusing on quality and health, CheeCha Puffs enables customers to enjoy tasty snacks without compromising on their dietary preferences, offering a healthier option at affordable prices.
Hortau Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless and web-based irrigation management systems. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, the company integrates proprietary soil sensing technologies with advanced information systems to optimize irrigation practices. Hortau’s product offerings include the WEB-TX4 Field Monitoring Stations, which transmit key soil and weather data to a cloud-based platform, and the 1k Extended Range Sensor, a tensiometer that helps growers manage deficit irrigation and monitor plant health. Additionally, the company provides various sensors that measure soil tension, temperature, and humidity, as well as comprehensive weather stations that track environmental conditions. Their cloud-based software, Irrolis, captures and analyzes real-time data, supporting agricultural managers in enhancing crop production and resource efficiency. With operations in Canada and the United States, Hortau aims to reduce water use, energy consumption, and nutrient loss while improving crop yield and productivity.
Hortau
Venture Round in 2014
Hortau Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless and web-based irrigation management systems. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, the company integrates proprietary soil sensing technologies with advanced information systems to optimize irrigation practices. Hortau’s product offerings include the WEB-TX4 Field Monitoring Stations, which transmit key soil and weather data to a cloud-based platform, and the 1k Extended Range Sensor, a tensiometer that helps growers manage deficit irrigation and monitor plant health. Additionally, the company provides various sensors that measure soil tension, temperature, and humidity, as well as comprehensive weather stations that track environmental conditions. Their cloud-based software, Irrolis, captures and analyzes real-time data, supporting agricultural managers in enhancing crop production and resource efficiency. With operations in Canada and the United States, Hortau aims to reduce water use, energy consumption, and nutrient loss while improving crop yield and productivity.
Enterra
Venture Round in 2014
Enterra Feed Corporation, based in Maple Ridge, Canada, focuses on the research, development, and production of renewable feed ingredients and organic fertilizers. The company utilizes a natural system that employs black soldier fly larvae to convert organic waste from various sources, including grocery stores and food manufacturers, into valuable products. Enterra provides whole dried larvae as a natural feed supplement suitable for a range of animals, including birds, fish, and reptiles. Additionally, it offers Enterra meal, a protein-rich powder for animal feed, and Enterra natural oil, a fat source that can be used in aquaculture and pet food. The company also produces organic fertilizers intended for local farmers and home gardening, promoting sustainable practices in food production. Founded in 2007, Enterra aims to enhance nutrient recovery from food waste while contributing to sustainable agriculture.
VoloAgri Group, established in 2012, is a global ag-tech company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. It specializes in plant breeding and genetics services for a wide range of vegetable species, with a focus on hybrid breeding technologies. The company operates from multiple locations worldwide, including California, the Netherlands, Spain, Mexico, Turkey, and Lebanon. VoloAgri's mission is to enhance agricultural outcomes and promote sustainable practices by investing in the global vegetable seed industry, without resorting to GMO methods.
SunSelect Produce
Venture Round in 2013
SunSelect Produce, Inc. is a prominent producer and marketer of greenhouse-grown vegetables, specializing in bell peppers, including red, orange, and yellow varieties, as well as tomatoes, mini cucumbers, and long English cucumbers. Established in 1985 and based in Aldergrove, Canada, SunSelect has played a significant role in the development of the greenhouse industry in Western Canada. The company operates two greenhouse facilities covering 70 acres, with an additional 135 acres of land in Aldergrove and Delta, British Columbia. With a reputation as one of the largest producers of bell peppers in North America, SunSelect Produce serves retailers throughout the region and is backed by a management team that possesses over 100 years of collective experience in greenhouse cultivation and management.
VoloAgri Group, established in 2012, is a global ag-tech company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. It specializes in plant breeding and genetics services for a wide range of vegetable species, with a focus on hybrid breeding technologies. The company operates from multiple locations worldwide, including California, the Netherlands, Spain, Mexico, Turkey, and Lebanon. VoloAgri's mission is to enhance agricultural outcomes and promote sustainable practices by investing in the global vegetable seed industry, without resorting to GMO methods.
VoloAgri
Venture Round in 2013
VoloAgri Group, established in 2012, is a global ag-tech company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. It specializes in plant breeding and genetics services for a wide range of vegetable species, with a focus on hybrid breeding technologies. The company operates from multiple locations worldwide, including California, the Netherlands, Spain, Mexico, Turkey, and Lebanon. VoloAgri's mission is to enhance agricultural outcomes and promote sustainable practices by investing in the global vegetable seed industry, without resorting to GMO methods.
Bare Snacks
Venture Round in 2013
Bare Snacks, originally known as Bare Fruit, was founded by Eric Strandberg and has been a prominent provider of healthy snacks for over a decade. As the leading brand of apple chips, Bare Snacks specializes in manufacturing baked crunchy fruit and vegetable chips made from simple, high-quality ingredients. The company offers a range of products, including real fruit and coconut chips, which are gluten-free, non-GMO, and free from preservatives or artificial ingredients. These characteristics position Bare Snacks as one of the fastest-growing healthy snack brands in the United States, catering to consumers seeking simple and nutritious snack options.
Hortau
Venture Round in 2013
Hortau Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless and web-based irrigation management systems. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, the company integrates proprietary soil sensing technologies with advanced information systems to optimize irrigation practices. Hortau’s product offerings include the WEB-TX4 Field Monitoring Stations, which transmit key soil and weather data to a cloud-based platform, and the 1k Extended Range Sensor, a tensiometer that helps growers manage deficit irrigation and monitor plant health. Additionally, the company provides various sensors that measure soil tension, temperature, and humidity, as well as comprehensive weather stations that track environmental conditions. Their cloud-based software, Irrolis, captures and analyzes real-time data, supporting agricultural managers in enhancing crop production and resource efficiency. With operations in Canada and the United States, Hortau aims to reduce water use, energy consumption, and nutrient loss while improving crop yield and productivity.
Farmers Edge
Venture Round in 2012
Farmers Edge is an innovative company in the agricultural sector, specializing in digital agriculture services. It offers a comprehensive suite of digital agronomy solutions through its digital agronomy operations segment, which is sold in various subscription levels and billed annually per acre. The company utilizes a combination of connected field sensors, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and agronomic expertise to transform agricultural data into actionable insights, benefiting all stakeholders in the agricultural ecosystem. Additionally, Farmers Edge operates an e-commerce segment that sells agricultural products through online marketplaces. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from its digital agronomy operations, reflecting its commitment to enhancing farm efficiency and promoting sustainable food production in response to the needs of a growing global population.
Allylix
Venture Round in 2012
Allylix, Inc. is an early-stage biotechnology company specializing in the development of terpene products and their derivatives. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Diego, California, with research and development laboratories in Lexington, Kentucky, the company focuses on applications across various markets, including flavor and fragrance, food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and biofuels. Among its notable products is nootkatone, a grapefruit flavor utilized in fruit juices and citrus-flavored sodas. Allylix also develops sesquiterpenes for the aroma chemical segment of the flavor and fragrance market, as well as production platforms aimed at pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and agricultural applications.
Biopharmacopae
Venture Round in 2011
Biopharmacopae is a company specialized in the discovery and development of innovative, science-based, plant-derived products for the skin care, cosmeceuticals, nutraceutical, and nutrition industries.
Advitech
Venture Round in 2010
Advitech is a life science and technology company with the mission to discover and commercialize patented, scientifically supported natural health products. Effective and safe, these products target immune system disorders, such as psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease. Advitech produces Dermylex (R) for the treatment of mild to moderate psoriasis. Advitech has developed a research program to develop new applications in the field of wound healing. This development program stems from the two technological platforms XP-828L and IM.
Advitech
Venture Round in 2009
Advitech is a life science and technology company with the mission to discover and commercialize patented, scientifically supported natural health products. Effective and safe, these products target immune system disorders, such as psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease. Advitech produces Dermylex (R) for the treatment of mild to moderate psoriasis. Advitech has developed a research program to develop new applications in the field of wound healing. This development program stems from the two technological platforms XP-828L and IM.
Biopharmacopae
Series A in 2008
Biopharmacopae is a company specialized in the discovery and development of innovative, science-based, plant-derived products for the skin care, cosmeceuticals, nutraceutical, and nutrition industries.
Manitoba Harvest
Venture Round in 2001
Manitoba Harvest, operating under Fresh Hemp Foods Ltd., is a prominent manufacturer of hemp-based food products based in Winnipeg, Canada. Founded in 1998, the company specializes in a diverse range of offerings, including hemp hearts, heart bites, heart bars, protein smoothies, protein powders, and oils. Manitoba Harvest markets and distributes its products through a network of over 16,000 retail locations across the United States and Canada, as well as through its online store. As a leader in the natural foods sector, the company focuses on promoting the health benefits of hemp while catering to the growing consumer demand for nutritious, plant-based options.