Soiltech Wireless
Venture Round in 2024
Soiltech Wireless is an ag-tech solutions developer that specializes in designing electronic devices for agricultural professionals. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Rupert, Idaho, the company offers a suite of hardware and software that generates real-time data insights from seed to storage. Its products are tailored to increase yields and operational efficiencies while providing end-to-end traceability in the agricultural process. By delivering actionable data without the need for complicated installations, Soiltech Wireless creates scalable monitoring solutions that help farmers optimize crop quality and document the effectiveness of regenerative practices.
IYOTAH Solutions
Series A in 2024
IYOTAH Solutions is a transformational software company that specializes in the animal protein industry by providing a comprehensive platform for data integration. The company's technology consolidates data from various sources, including spreadsheets, legacy systems, and modern farm management tools, as well as IoT devices and wearables. This integration allows users to access and share critical information in a secure cloud environment. By streamlining data management, IYOTAH Solutions enhances livestock operations and supports the industry's growth through improved decision-making and efficiency.
SwineTech
Convertible Note in 2022
SwineTech, Inc. is a technology company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, that specializes in artificial intelligence and sensor-based solutions for the pork industry. Founded in 2015, SwineTech develops the SmartGuard platform, a farrowing monitoring system designed to enhance sow health and improve piglet survival rates. This innovative technology monitors various aspects of pregnancy and piglet welfare, helping to identify potential issues before they escalate. By utilizing machine learning and audio technologies, SwineTech aims to reduce labor costs and piglet mortality, ultimately enabling pork producers to optimize their operations and ensure better care for their livestock. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between producers and pigs, providing tools that empower farmers to effectively manage their herds.
SwineTech
Convertible Note in 2022
SwineTech, Inc. is a technology company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, that specializes in artificial intelligence and sensor-based solutions for the pork industry. Founded in 2015, SwineTech develops the SmartGuard platform, a farrowing monitoring system designed to enhance sow health and improve piglet survival rates. This innovative technology monitors various aspects of pregnancy and piglet welfare, helping to identify potential issues before they escalate. By utilizing machine learning and audio technologies, SwineTech aims to reduce labor costs and piglet mortality, ultimately enabling pork producers to optimize their operations and ensure better care for their livestock. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between producers and pigs, providing tools that empower farmers to effectively manage their herds.
Innatrix
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Innatrix is an agricultural biotechnology company focused on developing innovative biological and chemical solutions to address crop diseases, pests, and weeds that are otherwise difficult to manage. Utilizing patented protein evolution technology, the company has established a peptide and RNA interference delivery platform that offers eco-friendly alternatives for crop protection. Innatrix's proprietary automated platform facilitates protein engineering through continuous laboratory evolution and advanced techniques such as phage display. This technology empowers researchers with enhanced control, reporting, recording, simulation, and remote access capabilities, thereby advancing the field of agricultural biotechnology and promoting sustainable farming practices.
Ag Manufacturing & Technology
Convertible Note in 2021
Ag Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and production of aftermarket agricultural equipment designed to enhance farming efficiency. The company offers innovative products such as IntelliDrive and IntelliDrive Plus, which are motorized manifold add-ons for John Deere 1690/1990 air seeders. These products utilize software that can be accessed via John Deere split screens or any computer tablet, effectively reducing input waste during the seeding process. Ag Manufacturing & Technology's solutions are particularly beneficial for seed control across a variety of small grains, including soybeans, wheat, cotton, canola, rice, hemp, and cover crops. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Prole, Iowa, the company distributes its products through a network of dealers, ensuring accessibility and support for its agricultural clientele.
Global Neighbor
Seed Round in 2021
Global Neighbor specializes in developing innovative directed energy solutions for weed control, focusing on environmentally friendly methods to combat herbicide-resistant weeds. The company's flagship product, the Weed Seed Destroyer (WDSD), is designed to be easily attached to combine harvesters, where it utilizes high-intensity light to render weed seeds non-viable during the harvesting process. This approach not only addresses the challenges of herbicide resistance in grain crops but also aligns with sustainable agricultural practices by eliminating the need for harmful chemicals. Global Neighbor aims to enhance farm profitability while promoting the adoption of clean, non-chemical weed management solutions across the agricultural sector.
EarthSense
Seed Round in 2021
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. It develops innovative solutions to address challenges in modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental concerns, and food security. The company’s flagship product, TerraSentia, is an ultracompact, autonomous robot equipped with advanced sensors and onboard computation for plant phenotyping. EarthSense's platform has three main applications: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of their technology allows for easy integration and participation from other innovators in the field, fostering advancements in agricultural practices. By promoting climate-smart strategies, EarthSense aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on chemicals and costly inputs.
LeafTech Ag
Pre Seed Round in 2021
LeafTech Ag specializes in developing advanced handheld digital lab technology aimed at improving crop management and performance. Their innovative device analyzes the nutrient and chemical composition of plant leaves, providing farmers with rapid and cost-effective analytical results. This real-time information empowers growers to make informed decisions regarding the appropriate inputs needed for optimal yields and crop quality. By enabling precise application of nutrients at the right time and location, LeafTech Ag enhances agricultural efficiency and productivity.
ReEnvision Ag
Pre Seed Round in 2021
ReEnvision Ag specializes in developing innovative row crop planters aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of commercial agriculture. The company's planter system features a unique cone-shaped dibble method that precisely places seeds at optimal locations and spacing, significantly improving planting accuracy. This advanced technique reduces the number of necessary field passes required for tasks like disc ripping and cultivation, which in turn lowers labor, machinery, and fuel costs for farmers. Additionally, ReEnvision Ag's solution contributes to creating a traceable and reliable food source while minimizing environmental impact. By focusing on enhancing crop yield and profitability, the company supports farmers in achieving greater agricultural productivity through more effective planting practices.
Global Neighbor
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Global Neighbor specializes in developing innovative directed energy solutions for weed control, focusing on environmentally friendly methods to combat herbicide-resistant weeds. The company's flagship product, the Weed Seed Destroyer (WDSD), is designed to be easily attached to combine harvesters, where it utilizes high-intensity light to render weed seeds non-viable during the harvesting process. This approach not only addresses the challenges of herbicide resistance in grain crops but also aligns with sustainable agricultural practices by eliminating the need for harmful chemicals. Global Neighbor aims to enhance farm profitability while promoting the adoption of clean, non-chemical weed management solutions across the agricultural sector.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2021
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. It develops innovative solutions to address challenges in modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental concerns, and food security. The company’s flagship product, TerraSentia, is an ultracompact, autonomous robot equipped with advanced sensors and onboard computation for plant phenotyping. EarthSense's platform has three main applications: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of their technology allows for easy integration and participation from other innovators in the field, fostering advancements in agricultural practices. By promoting climate-smart strategies, EarthSense aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on chemicals and costly inputs.
Ag Manufacturing & Technology
Convertible Note in 2020
Ag Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and production of aftermarket agricultural equipment designed to enhance farming efficiency. The company offers innovative products such as IntelliDrive and IntelliDrive Plus, which are motorized manifold add-ons for John Deere 1690/1990 air seeders. These products utilize software that can be accessed via John Deere split screens or any computer tablet, effectively reducing input waste during the seeding process. Ag Manufacturing & Technology's solutions are particularly beneficial for seed control across a variety of small grains, including soybeans, wheat, cotton, canola, rice, hemp, and cover crops. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Prole, Iowa, the company distributes its products through a network of dealers, ensuring accessibility and support for its agricultural clientele.
SwineTech
Series A in 2020
SwineTech, Inc. is a technology company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, that specializes in artificial intelligence and sensor-based solutions for the pork industry. Founded in 2015, SwineTech develops the SmartGuard platform, a farrowing monitoring system designed to enhance sow health and improve piglet survival rates. This innovative technology monitors various aspects of pregnancy and piglet welfare, helping to identify potential issues before they escalate. By utilizing machine learning and audio technologies, SwineTech aims to reduce labor costs and piglet mortality, ultimately enabling pork producers to optimize their operations and ensure better care for their livestock. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between producers and pigs, providing tools that empower farmers to effectively manage their herds.
Sigma0
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Sigma0 is a technology company that provides seed and crop management firms with advanced agronomic insights using radar technology. By offering a low-cost, user-friendly platform, Sigma0 allows for continuous monitoring of crop details, which helps farmers make informed decisions and optimize yields. The company's innovative approach combines years of expertise in radar technology with aerial and cloud processing capabilities, enabling precision agriculture that minimizes environmental impact while maximizing productivity. The unique data platform developed by Sigma0 represents a significant advancement in agricultural monitoring, making it accessible and efficient for farmers.
Lepidext
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Lepidext is a company based in Lexington, Kentucky, founded in 2015 by Angelika Fath-Goodin and Bruce Webb. It specializes in pest control technology aimed at managing Lepidoptera populations, particularly targeting pests like the corn earworm. The company develops bio-pesticides that are species-specific, safe, and effective, providing an alternative to genetically modified plants and chemical pesticides. By leveraging a deep understanding of insect biology and collaborating closely with farmers, Lepidext seeks to enhance crop security and promote agricultural prosperity. Its innovative approach allows for improved pest management strategies, benefiting farmers and contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.
Ag Manufacturing & Technology
Seed Round in 2019
Ag Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and production of aftermarket agricultural equipment designed to enhance farming efficiency. The company offers innovative products such as IntelliDrive and IntelliDrive Plus, which are motorized manifold add-ons for John Deere 1690/1990 air seeders. These products utilize software that can be accessed via John Deere split screens or any computer tablet, effectively reducing input waste during the seeding process. Ag Manufacturing & Technology's solutions are particularly beneficial for seed control across a variety of small grains, including soybeans, wheat, cotton, canola, rice, hemp, and cover crops. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Prole, Iowa, the company distributes its products through a network of dealers, ensuring accessibility and support for its agricultural clientele.
Shepherd Farming
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Shepherd Farming is a digital labor platform tailored for farms and agricultural operations. The platform facilitates the efficient management of farm activities by enabling growers to quickly identify daily tasks and communicate with other users regarding work assignments. It also includes features for monitoring weather conditions and automating the capture of farm records, allowing farmers to manage their workforce directly from their mobile devices. Through these capabilities, Shepherd Farming aims to streamline agricultural operations and enhance productivity in the farming sector.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2019
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. It develops innovative solutions to address challenges in modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental concerns, and food security. The company’s flagship product, TerraSentia, is an ultracompact, autonomous robot equipped with advanced sensors and onboard computation for plant phenotyping. EarthSense's platform has three main applications: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of their technology allows for easy integration and participation from other innovators in the field, fostering advancements in agricultural practices. By promoting climate-smart strategies, EarthSense aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on chemicals and costly inputs.
Shepherd Farming
Seed Round in 2019
Shepherd Farming is a digital labor platform tailored for farms and agricultural operations. The platform facilitates the efficient management of farm activities by enabling growers to quickly identify daily tasks and communicate with other users regarding work assignments. It also includes features for monitoring weather conditions and automating the capture of farm records, allowing farmers to manage their workforce directly from their mobile devices. Through these capabilities, Shepherd Farming aims to streamline agricultural operations and enhance productivity in the farming sector.
Growers is a company that has developed a platform designed to enhance collaboration among agricultural retailers, advisors, and farmers. Founded in 2011 and based in Garner, North Carolina, Growers provides digital tools that assist farmers in making swift, informed decisions to optimize profitability per acre. The platform facilitates farm evaluation and planning, offering services such as soil management, variable rate planting, and hardware calibration. These solutions aim to help farmers reduce input costs, increase yields, and improve overall farming performance. Additionally, Growers enables farmers to explore and purchase agricultural products efficiently, allowing them to streamline interactions with retailers and make better product selections.
AgriSync
Seed Round in 2018
AgriSync, Inc. is a cloud-based software company specializing in mobile collaboration and customer support within the agricultural sector. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Waukee, Iowa, AgriSync provides a platform that facilitates communication between farmers and their local advisors. The solution allows advisors to address, manage, and track support issues while educating farmers on various agricultural practices. Through features such as mobile and video chatting, the platform enables seamless interaction, fostering discussions on crop production, animal agriculture, and other farming-related topics. By centralizing communication, AgriSync aims to enhance productivity and operational efficiency for farmers and advisors alike.
Rabbit Tractors
Seed Round in 2017
Rabbit Tractors, Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative farm equipment based in Cedar Lake, Indiana, established in 2017. The company specializes in developing multifunctional, compact, and autonomous tractors designed for pre-harvest agricultural activities. Rabbit Tractors focuses on creating swarm-capable machinery that allows farmers to optimize the capacity of their equipment to better meet the specific needs of their farmland. Their product offerings include miniature, mobile, and autonomous tractors that can operate in swarms, providing versatile solutions for modern farming challenges. By integrating engineering, robotics, and autonomous driving technologies, Rabbit Tractors aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of agricultural practices.
AgriSync
Seed Round in 2017
AgriSync, Inc. is a cloud-based software company specializing in mobile collaboration and customer support within the agricultural sector. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Waukee, Iowa, AgriSync provides a platform that facilitates communication between farmers and their local advisors. The solution allows advisors to address, manage, and track support issues while educating farmers on various agricultural practices. Through features such as mobile and video chatting, the platform enables seamless interaction, fostering discussions on crop production, animal agriculture, and other farming-related topics. By centralizing communication, AgriSync aims to enhance productivity and operational efficiency for farmers and advisors alike.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2017
EarthSense, Inc. is a company based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in agricultural robotics and artificial intelligence. It develops innovative solutions to address challenges in modern agriculture, including labor shortages, environmental concerns, and food security. The company’s flagship product, TerraSentia, is an ultracompact, autonomous robot equipped with advanced sensors and onboard computation for plant phenotyping. EarthSense's platform has three main applications: enhancing crop productivity and sustainability, providing actionable insights for growers, and managing issues such as herbicide-resistant weeds. The modular design of their technology allows for easy integration and participation from other innovators in the field, fostering advancements in agricultural practices. By promoting climate-smart strategies, EarthSense aims to improve plant and soil health while reducing reliance on chemicals and costly inputs.
Kilimo is a company specializing in water management solutions for agriculture, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cordoba, Argentina. It offers an irrigation management tool that simplifies farm management and enhances efficiency by utilizing big data. The company's technology integrates climate monitoring with satellite and site-specific soil data, allowing it to provide tailored irrigation prescriptions for various crops. By analyzing soil conditions and leveraging advanced algorithms, Kilimo enables farmers to optimize water usage, ultimately improving crop yields while conserving water resources.
Persistence Data Mining
Venture Round in 2017
Persistence Data Mining is a pioneering company focused on advancing soil health through innovative technologies. It has developed Soilytics, a hyperspectral soil nutrient mapping solution that enables rapid and efficient soil analysis across extensive agricultural areas. By utilizing advanced imaging techniques, the company provides farmers with precise real-time data on soil nutrients, enhancing productivity while reducing input costs and waste. This approach not only aims to improve crop yields but also addresses critical global issues such as food production, climate change, and environmental protection. Through its commitment to utilizing physics-based technologies, Persistence Data Mining seeks to offer cost-effective and highly detailed data solutions, promoting sustainable farming practices and better soil management.
Prolific Earth Sciences
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Prolific Earth Sciences, Inc. is a woman-founded and majority-owned company based in Englewood, New Jersey, incorporated in 2014. The company specializes in the manufacturing of the microBIOMETER, an innovative tool designed to enable soil stewards to assess the impact of regenerative agricultural practices on soil health. This product offers an affordable and efficient means of measuring soil microbiome activity, which is crucial for understanding the effects of various agricultural methods. Additionally, Prolific Earth Sciences envisions the microBIOMETER as a potential resource for research in carbon sequestration, further contributing to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.
AgSmarts
Debt Financing in 2016
AgSmarts is a company specializing in environmental sensing and agricultural irrigation automation, aimed at addressing the challenges faced by farmers due to rising global demand for agricultural output. Founded in 2014 by Clayton Plymill and Brett Norman in Martin, Tennessee, AgSmarts offers a universal retrofit irrigation automation platform that enhances crop yields while reducing operational costs and water usage. The company's innovative technology combines patent-pending, IP-enabled sensing and wireless communication hardware with proprietary automation algorithms to collect critical environmental data directly from fields. This allows existing irrigation systems to autonomously manage soil moisture needs throughout the growing season. AgSmarts distributes its technology through established Ag Service Providers on a Platform as a Service basis, enabling immediate improvements in producers' profitability by increasing yield revenues and lowering operational costs.
AgSmarts
Debt Financing in 2014
AgSmarts is a company specializing in environmental sensing and agricultural irrigation automation, aimed at addressing the challenges faced by farmers due to rising global demand for agricultural output. Founded in 2014 by Clayton Plymill and Brett Norman in Martin, Tennessee, AgSmarts offers a universal retrofit irrigation automation platform that enhances crop yields while reducing operational costs and water usage. The company's innovative technology combines patent-pending, IP-enabled sensing and wireless communication hardware with proprietary automation algorithms to collect critical environmental data directly from fields. This allows existing irrigation systems to autonomously manage soil moisture needs throughout the growing season. AgSmarts distributes its technology through established Ag Service Providers on a Platform as a Service basis, enabling immediate improvements in producers' profitability by increasing yield revenues and lowering operational costs.