Trailhead Capital

FoodMaven Corporation operates a digital marketplace focused on the distribution of dated and perishable grocery items. Founded in 2015 and based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the company sources local, oversupplied, and imperfect food from various suppliers, including distributors, manufacturers, and producers. FoodMaven caters primarily to restaurants and institutional kitchens, offering these products at significantly reduced prices. Committed to sustainability, the company adopts a zero-waste philosophy by donating unsold food to food banks, using it for animal feed, or composting, thereby addressing both hunger and environmental concerns. Through its advanced technology platform, FoodMaven enhances procurement processes for food service operators, enabling them to make informed purchasing decisions while optimizing inventory management.

SWARM enables devices to intelligently collaborate, optimizing processes automatically. It was founded in 2016 and is based in San Juan Capistrano, California.

Clean Crop Technologies, Inc. specializes in innovative food processing technology aimed at reducing molds, toxins, and pests in grains and nuts. By utilizing a method that combines air and electricity to create ionized gases, the company effectively removes harmful substances without compromising food quality. This technology not only eliminates molds and pests but also extends the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Haydenville, Massachusetts, Clean Crop Technologies is focused on translating advanced research into commercial-scale solutions for the global grain and nut industries.

Provision Analytics Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, provides a cloud-based solution designed to enhance food safety by tracing and tracking food products throughout the supply chain. The company's software automates food safety processes for food processors and manufacturers, significantly minimizing the time required for data input and recall procedures. By linking detailed process data with production results, Provision Analytics generates analytics that help reduce food loss and improve product quality.

Trace Genomics, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based diagnostic tools for farmers, focusing on soil health and crop quality. The company offers a soil microbiome test that utilizes DNA sequencing and artificial intelligence to analyze microbial species in agricultural soils. By interpreting key indicators of soil health and disease risk, Trace Genomics enables early predictions of soil diseases, benefiting agronomists and their corporate partners. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, with an additional office in Ames, Iowa, Trace Genomics aims to enhance agricultural practices and maximize the value of every acre for the farming community.

Developer of a climate mitigation platform designed for ecological restoration at a planetary scale. The company's platform develops a comprehensive tool for people all around the world to algorithmically determine the specific regenerative strategies for individual land parcels and landscape-level ecosystem regeneration, enabling clients to realize their land's full natural and economic potential.

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.

White Leaf Provisions is a family run business bringing the first line of Regeneratively Farmed®, Biodynamic Organic family foods to retail nationally throughout the US. Meghan and Keith built White Leaf Provisions to offer parents foods that surpass organic and GMO-free standards by sourcing regeneratively farmed fruits and vegetables from Biodynamic® farms. The result is pure, transparent, nutritious and delicious foods that are farmed in a way that helps to heal the planet that our kids will inherit. Their Biodynamic baby food line is the first shelf-stable baby food to be certified Glyphosate Residue Free with The Detox Project.

EarthSense, Inc. specializes in developing agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence solutions to enhance farming practices. Based in Champaign, Illinois, the company has created TerraSentia, an ultracompact, autonomous robot equipped with various sensors and onboard computing capabilities for plant phenotyping. This innovative technology addresses critical issues in agriculture, such as labor shortages, environmental impacts, and the need for sustainable practices. EarthSense's platform focuses on three main applications: improving crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable intelligence for growers, and tackling challenges like herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of their technology encourages collaboration and innovation within the agricultural sector, ultimately aiming to create a climate-smart agricultural system that enhances plant and soil health while reducing reliance on chemicals and costly inputs.

Vence Corp specializes in developing and manufacturing connected wearable devices for livestock, aimed at reducing fencing and labor expenses on farms. The company's technology includes sensors that monitor the wellbeing of animals and software that enables virtual fencing and autonomous animal control. By utilizing artificial intelligence, Vence optimizes rotational and strip grazing, enhancing livestock yield and improving grass utilization. Farmers can manage and control their livestock remotely through a smartphone application, which also provides insights into animal behavior, health, and fertility. Founded in 2016, Vence is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Key Largo, Florida.

HowGood, Inc. is a research company based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in assessing the sustainability and social responsibility of food products for grocers. Founded in 2007, the company conducts rigorous research to evaluate various aspects of food items, including carbon emissions and labor practices. HowGood provides a comprehensive database that offers ingredient-level sustainability analysis and product ratings across a wide range of categories, such as dairy, meats, grains, and snacks. These ratings are made available to consumers both in-store and through a mobile app, empowering shoppers to make informed purchasing decisions. Additionally, HowGood aids grocers in identifying and promoting their best products, ultimately enhancing revenue while fostering a commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing.

Telesense, Inc. is an Agtech company that specializes in real-time environmental monitoring solutions for the food and grain industries. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Telesense develops a range of advanced sensors and analytics tools designed to provide grain managers with actionable insights into stored grain conditions. Its products include CellularSpear for remote monitoring of temperature, moisture, and location data; SensorBall for storage monitoring; and BuffaloBox, which retrofits existing temperature cables to wireless systems. The TeleSense App allows users to receive alerts, generate reports, and access data conveniently from any device. By leveraging cloud-based technology and machine learning algorithms, Telesense aims to enhance the monitoring of perishable commodities, reduce human error, and improve operational efficiency across various sectors, including agriculture, restaurants, and commercial food storage. The company is committed to digitizing the post-harvest grain supply chain, ultimately helping clients minimize grain spoilage and improve profitability.