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Ascribe Bioscience develops products that enable farmers to combat crop pathogens without negative impacts on the environment. The company is currently developing a seed treatment product that acts by boosting crops’ natural defenses.

Every Body Eat provides clean, gluten-free, plant-based, delicious snacks. Every Body Eat's products include cheese-less, sea salt chia, chive and garlic, fiery chile lime, snack thins variety packs, craver pack, crispbreads, sea salt, tart cherry, white pepper and garlic, and crispbread variety packs. They also provide e-commerce services. Every Body Eat's snacks are flavorful, crave-able, and enjoyable to share with family and friends - regardless of most dietary restrictions or preferences.

N.R Soos Technology Ltd develops an incubation technology. It controls the sex-development process in poultry embryos and changes genetic male embryos into functional female chickens capable of laying eggs. The company’s AI-guided hatching system controls environmental conditions during incubation stage, and is able to affect the reproductive system development process in poultry embryos. N.R Soos Technology Ltd was founded in 2017 and is based in Beersheba, Israel.

Purespace specializes in innovative technology aimed at enhancing the shelf life of fresh produce throughout the supply chain. The company has developed a nanotechnology-based photocatalytic coating that effectively decomposes ethylene gas and airborne bacteria. This technology significantly improves the safety and longevity of food products during storage and transportation, making it particularly beneficial for grocery stores and the logistics sector. By addressing the challenges associated with food preservation, Purespace contributes to a fresher and safer food supply chain.

Candidus specializes in providing cost-effective supplemental lighting strategies and control systems tailored for commercial greenhouse operations. The company offers an adaptive lighting control system that enhances traditional greenhouse lighting by responding to changes in sunlight. This innovative approach allows growers to optimize energy usage, reducing costs while ensuring that crops receive adequate light for growth. By implementing these dynamic lighting solutions, Candidus supports cultivators in improving their operational efficiency and sustainability in greenhouse production.

Zetifi is a wireless networking company focused on addressing connectivity challenges in rural and remote areas. The company develops and supports solar-powered wireless network devices that offer reliable and cost-effective connectivity solutions. By providing good-speed internet access, Zetifi enables users, particularly in the agricultural sector, to adopt transformative technologies that enhance productivity and efficiency. With options for off-the-grid deployments, Zetifi ensures robust communication and remote monitoring capabilities, catering to the growing demand for Internet of Things (IoT) applications in these underserved regions.

Leep Foods is an organic mushroom farming company dedicated to modernizing the mushroom industry while prioritizing sustainable farming practices. The company employs regenerative farming methods to cultivate various mushroom varieties, including lion's mane, blue oysters, and shiitake. By focusing on sustainability, Leep Foods aims to provide consumers with high-quality, healthful, and flavorful mushrooms. Their commitment to strict food safety and quality standards ensures that they produce clean and pristine mushrooms, contributing to a more environmentally friendly food system.

Our first product, HaloFilm turns any surface into an antimicrobial surface by holding chlorine from store-bought disinfectants on surfaces in a safe and effective manner for as long as a month. HaloFilm contains a novel polymer that when sprayed on creates a thin transparent film that binds to the surface and to chlorine, at levels equivalent to what you would find in a pool. Chlorine is a universally used as a disinfectant against bacteria, virus and fungi, but has a short effective life. We extend the lifetime and overall utility of chlorine to protect surfaces continuously. Our focus is on high touch surfaces in hospitals, mass transit systems, schools, and more; wherever pathogens spread and endanger human health.

SoFresh specializes in the manufacturing of innovative packaging materials designed to prolong the shelf life of fresh foods, including bread, berries, and cheese. The company's unique packaging incorporates an organic vapor that effectively inhibits mold growth, addressing the common issue of food spoilage. By extending the freshness of highly perishable items, SoFresh's products enable food suppliers to reduce reliance on preservatives and refrigeration. This approach not only enhances the quality and longevity of food products but also contributes to minimizing food waste, allowing consumers to enjoy fresher options at their convenience.

Capro-X Inc. is an ag-tech company dedicated to enhancing sustainability in the dairy industry by addressing the acid whey waste generated during Greek yogurt production. Founded in 2017 and based in Ithaca, New York, the company has developed a fermentation bioprocess technology called WheyAway, which utilizes naturally occurring, non-GMO microbes to convert dairy waste streams into clean water and bio-oils. This innovative treatment occurs at the site of waste generation, facilitating the upcycling of acid whey into valuable products, including caproic acid. By offering solutions that address waste management challenges, Capro-X aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of dairy operations.

Combplex is uses remote monitoring technology to provide the benefits of digital agriculture and big data to commercial beekeepers.

Tiliter Pty Ltd. specializes in developing innovative Point of Sale (POS) and Self-Checkout (SCO) systems tailored for the retail sector. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Parramatta, Australia, with additional offices in Kensington and Munich, the company offers the Tiliter Vision Smart Checkout System, which utilizes computer vision technology to identify products, particularly fresh produce, without barcodes. This system enhances the checkout experience by scanning items in real-time and delivering results efficiently. Tiliter's solutions aim to reduce plastic packaging, minimize theft, and improve overall productivity for retailers. The technology can be integrated easily into existing systems through an accessible API, allowing grocery owners to adopt smart technology at a lower cost while maintaining privacy and running independently of an internet connection.

Dropcopter specializes in the automation of pollination for orchard crops through the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The company's innovative platform employs multi-rotor drones to accurately distribute pollen over orchards, significantly enhancing crop yields. By ensuring optimal pollination, Dropcopter enables farmers to increase their harvests while reducing the need for manual labor, ultimately improving farming efficiency. Since its inception, Dropcopter has achieved notable milestones, including the successful completion of a patent-pending prototype and the first-ever UAS pollination of orchard crops, which resulted in a 10% increase in crop set.

The Perfect Granola is a producer of healthy food products, specializing in granola bars made from superfood ingredients. The company focuses on providing safe and nutritious snacks without the use of added refined sugars, corn syrups, chemicals, or preservatives. By prioritizing health and wellness, The Perfect Granola aims to meet the needs of consumers seeking wholesome food options. Products are available for purchase through the company's online retail store, making it convenient for customers to access these healthy snacks.

RealEats is a food tech company specializing in premium meal prep delivery services that focus on providing healthy, convenient meals. The company emphasizes reducing food waste by offering chef-designed meals made from whole, unprocessed ingredients sourced responsibly, often from local farms in New York's Finger Lakes region. RealEats delivers these nutritionally rich meals directly to consumers in single portion sizes, using vacuum-packed packages to ensure freshness. By prioritizing quality and sustainability, RealEats aims to simplify the process of enjoying nutritious, homemade meals for its customers.

Whole Healthy Food focused on producing a white kidney bean protein that can be added to foods and beverages.