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 is a technology company that develops AI and sensor-based solutions for sow farming. Its flagship SmartGuard farrowing platform monitors pregnancy and piglet health to identify trouble early and help prevent piglet crushing, contributing to increased pork production. The company's livestock management platform also uses machine learning and sensors to assign and monitor tasks, improve operational visibility, and alert farm teams to urgent care needs, enabling pork producers to optimize daily operations and herd health. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, SwineTech focuses on data-driven automation to reduce piglet mortality and enhance productivity.
SwineTech
Convertible Note in 2022
SwineTech is a technology company that develops AI and sensor-based solutions for sow farming. Its flagship SmartGuard farrowing platform monitors pregnancy and piglet health to identify trouble early and help prevent piglet crushing, contributing to increased pork production. The company's livestock management platform also uses machine learning and sensors to assign and monitor tasks, improve operational visibility, and alert farm teams to urgent care needs, enabling pork producers to optimize daily operations and herd health. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, SwineTech focuses on data-driven automation to reduce piglet mortality and enhance productivity.
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 develops directed energy technologies for environmentally friendly weed control. Their first product, the Weed Seed Destroyer (WDSD), attaches to combine harvesters and treats chaff with directed energy to render weed seeds non-viable before they are discarded into fields.
EarthSense
Seed Round in 2021
EarthSense develops autonomous agricultural robotics and AI software to improve farming productivity and sustainability. Its flagship TerraSentia robot is a compact, teachable platform that integrates on-board computation and multiple sensors for plant phenotyping and field data collection. The company offers an extensible platform that enables data-driven crop development, field scouting, and decision support to address labor shortages, weather variability, and the need to reduce chemical inputs. The platform gathers under-canopy data to support product development, crop research, and precision agriculture, helping growers obtain actionable insights, monitor weed pressures including herbicide resistance, and optimize management practices. EarthSense emphasizes a climate-smart approach by enabling more efficient use of inputs, improving soil and plant health, and facilitating scalable innovation in farming. The company is based in Champaign, Illinois.
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 develops directed energy technologies for environmentally friendly weed control. Their first product, the Weed Seed Destroyer (WDSD), attaches to combine harvesters and treats chaff with directed energy to render weed seeds non-viable before they are discarded into fields.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2021
EarthSense develops autonomous agricultural robotics and AI software to improve farming productivity and sustainability. Its flagship TerraSentia robot is a compact, teachable platform that integrates on-board computation and multiple sensors for plant phenotyping and field data collection. The company offers an extensible platform that enables data-driven crop development, field scouting, and decision support to address labor shortages, weather variability, and the need to reduce chemical inputs. The platform gathers under-canopy data to support product development, crop research, and precision agriculture, helping growers obtain actionable insights, monitor weed pressures including herbicide resistance, and optimize management practices. EarthSense emphasizes a climate-smart approach by enabling more efficient use of inputs, improving soil and plant health, and facilitating scalable innovation in farming. The company is based in Champaign, Illinois.
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 is a technology company that develops AI and sensor-based solutions for sow farming. Its flagship SmartGuard farrowing platform monitors pregnancy and piglet health to identify trouble early and help prevent piglet crushing, contributing to increased pork production. The company's livestock management platform also uses machine learning and sensors to assign and monitor tasks, improve operational visibility, and alert farm teams to urgent care needs, enabling pork producers to optimize daily operations and herd health. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, SwineTech focuses on data-driven automation to reduce piglet mortality and enhance productivity.
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 develops autonomous agricultural robotics and AI software to improve farming productivity and sustainability. Its flagship TerraSentia robot is a compact, teachable platform that integrates on-board computation and multiple sensors for plant phenotyping and field data collection. The company offers an extensible platform that enables data-driven crop development, field scouting, and decision support to address labor shortages, weather variability, and the need to reduce chemical inputs. The platform gathers under-canopy data to support product development, crop research, and precision agriculture, helping growers obtain actionable insights, monitor weed pressures including herbicide resistance, and optimize management practices. EarthSense emphasizes a climate-smart approach by enabling more efficient use of inputs, improving soil and plant health, and facilitating scalable innovation in farming. The company is based in Champaign, Illinois.
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 develops a cloud-based software solution for mobile collaboration and customer support in the agriculture industry. Founded in 2014, it enables farmers to connect with advisors via video chat and seek support, while advisors can track issues and educate farmer customers.
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 develops a cloud-based software solution for mobile collaboration and customer support in the agriculture industry. Founded in 2014, it enables farmers to connect with advisors via video chat and seek support, while advisors can track issues and educate farmer customers.
EarthSense
Pre Seed Round in 2017
EarthSense develops autonomous agricultural robotics and AI software to improve farming productivity and sustainability. Its flagship TerraSentia robot is a compact, teachable platform that integrates on-board computation and multiple sensors for plant phenotyping and field data collection. The company offers an extensible platform that enables data-driven crop development, field scouting, and decision support to address labor shortages, weather variability, and the need to reduce chemical inputs. The platform gathers under-canopy data to support product development, crop research, and precision agriculture, helping growers obtain actionable insights, monitor weed pressures including herbicide resistance, and optimize management practices. EarthSense emphasizes a climate-smart approach by enabling more efficient use of inputs, improving soil and plant health, and facilitating scalable innovation in farming. The company is based in Champaign, Illinois.
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 specializes in advanced soil analysis using hyperspectral imaging technology. This enables efficient, large-scale soil nutrient mapping, benefiting global food production, climate change mitigation, and water quality improvement.
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.