IBI-Ag is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative bioinsecticides designed to provide environmentally friendly pest management solutions for agriculture. The company focuses on creating natural single-domain antibody insecticides that enhance crop production while ensuring safety for farm workers, consumers, and the environment. IBI-Ag employs advanced technology to produce efficient and selective bio-insect control solutions, which are cost-effective due to their suitability for fermentation. This approach allows farmers to cultivate their crops at lower costs while benefiting from customized biological pest control options that are based on comprehensive testing and research. Through its commitment to sustainability and innovation, IBI-Ag aims to support farmers worldwide in achieving safe and productive agricultural practices.
AgriG8
Venture Round in 2024
AgriG8 is an agricultural fintech platform focused on closing the financing gap for smallholder farmers. By integrating real-time monitoring with proprietary behavioral analysis, the company provides measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) capabilities. This technology enables lenders to engage in predictive modeling and active monitoring, thus making investments in climate-resilient farming more attractive. AgriG8's primary objective is to facilitate access to financing for farmers who adopt climate-resilient practices, thereby promoting sustainable agriculture while enhancing financial opportunities for both farmers and lenders.
Insectta
Venture Round in 2023
Insectta Pte. Ltd., established in 2017 and based in Singapore, specializes in the production of biomaterials derived from black soldier fly insects. Its primary products include pet feed, organic plant fertilizers, and various biomaterials such as chitosan, organic semiconductors, and protein and probiotics. Insectta's innovative approach aims to create a circular economy within the insect farming industry, converting waste into high-value products for applications across agrifood, pharmaceutical, and electronics sectors.
TierraSpec
Venture Round in 2022
TierraSpec is a technology company focused on measuring and validating carbon sequestration in agricultural soils. It has developed a platform that utilizes remote sensing combined with advanced machine learning modeling and unique testing methods. This innovative approach enables farmers to accurately assess the carbon content in their fields, facilitating their participation in carbon credit markets. By providing precise measurements of carbon sequestration, TierraSpec aims to support sustainable agricultural practices and contribute to climate change mitigation efforts.
AgriG8
Funding Round in 2022
AgriG8 is an agricultural fintech platform focused on closing the financing gap for smallholder farmers. By integrating real-time monitoring with proprietary behavioral analysis, the company provides measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) capabilities. This technology enables lenders to engage in predictive modeling and active monitoring, thus making investments in climate-resilient farming more attractive. AgriG8's primary objective is to facilitate access to financing for farmers who adopt climate-resilient practices, thereby promoting sustainable agriculture while enhancing financial opportunities for both farmers and lenders.
FruitSpec
Series A in 2021
FruitSpec Ltd. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing hyperspectral sensor systems for fruit yield estimation. Founded in 2016 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, FruitSpec provides innovative sensor pods that scan and analyze orchards to generate detailed reports. These reports include quantitative data on fruit counts and size distributions, as well as heat maps illustrating the distribution of fruit quantities within specific orchards. Utilizing advanced hyper-spectral imaging and deep learning algorithms, FruitSpec's technology assists farmers, distributors, and insurance companies in optimizing the demand-to-supply process. By enabling agribusinesses to capture essential farm data and predict yields early in the season, FruitSpec enhances decision-making capabilities in the fruit value chain.
AgroScout
Series A in 2021
AgroScout Ltd. is an Israeli company established in 2017 that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based platform aimed at enhancing sustainable farming practices. The company's technology provides precision agriculture solutions by utilizing advanced analytics and high-resolution aerial imagery to assess crop health and monitor for pests and diseases. AgroScout's platform supports farmers by offering insights on crop emergence, stand counts, canopy coverage, and biomass throughout the growing season. This continuous monitoring allows for early detection of infestations, enabling more effective curative treatments and reducing pesticide use. By delivering actionable insights into crop management and regional outbreak predictions, AgroScout aims to improve crop yields and profitability while fostering a more sustainable food production supply chain.
IBI-Ag is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative bioinsecticides designed to provide environmentally friendly pest management solutions for agriculture. The company focuses on creating natural single-domain antibody insecticides that enhance crop production while ensuring safety for farm workers, consumers, and the environment. IBI-Ag employs advanced technology to produce efficient and selective bio-insect control solutions, which are cost-effective due to their suitability for fermentation. This approach allows farmers to cultivate their crops at lower costs while benefiting from customized biological pest control options that are based on comprehensive testing and research. Through its commitment to sustainability and innovation, IBI-Ag aims to support farmers worldwide in achieving safe and productive agricultural practices.
Saturas Ltd. is an Israeli company that specializes in the development and manufacture of sensor-based irrigation systems designed for precision agriculture. Founded in 2013 and based in Misgav, the company creates innovative miniature stem water potential sensors that are embedded in the trunks of trees, vines, and plants. These sensors provide accurate and continuous measurements of water status, enabling farmers to optimize irrigation practices, reduce water consumption, and enhance fruit production and quality. The Saturas system includes miniature implanted sensors, wireless transponders, and a central control unit that communicates with irrigation controllers. This setup allows for real-time monitoring and automated irrigation tailored to the specific needs of crops, which can result in increased yields and improved fruit characteristics such as size and sugar content. Overall, Saturas aims to improve water efficiency in agriculture while supporting farmers in maximizing their crop productivity.
Insectta
Seed Round in 2020
Insectta Pte. Ltd., established in 2017 and based in Singapore, specializes in the production of biomaterials derived from black soldier fly insects. Its primary products include pet feed, organic plant fertilizers, and various biomaterials such as chitosan, organic semiconductors, and protein and probiotics. Insectta's innovative approach aims to create a circular economy within the insect farming industry, converting waste into high-value products for applications across agrifood, pharmaceutical, and electronics sectors.
AgroScout
Seed Round in 2020
AgroScout Ltd. is an Israeli company established in 2017 that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based platform aimed at enhancing sustainable farming practices. The company's technology provides precision agriculture solutions by utilizing advanced analytics and high-resolution aerial imagery to assess crop health and monitor for pests and diseases. AgroScout's platform supports farmers by offering insights on crop emergence, stand counts, canopy coverage, and biomass throughout the growing season. This continuous monitoring allows for early detection of infestations, enabling more effective curative treatments and reducing pesticide use. By delivering actionable insights into crop management and regional outbreak predictions, AgroScout aims to improve crop yields and profitability while fostering a more sustainable food production supply chain.
AquiNovo
Seed Round in 2020
AquiNovo is a company focused on developing innovative feed additives aimed at enhancing fish growth in the aquaculture industry. As the demand for fish protein rises and marine resources become increasingly depleted, AquiNovo addresses the need for sustainable solutions that optimize fish yields while utilizing existing resources and infrastructures. The company’s platform specializes in the creation of non-genetically modified and non-hormonal peptides that significantly improve gut performance and overall health in fish. This advancement not only boosts production yields for farmers but also offers potential treatments for gastrointestinal conditions in both production and companion animals, thereby contributing to the sustainability and efficiency of aquaculture practices.
Saturas Ltd. is an Israeli company that specializes in the development and manufacture of sensor-based irrigation systems designed for precision agriculture. Founded in 2013 and based in Misgav, the company creates innovative miniature stem water potential sensors that are embedded in the trunks of trees, vines, and plants. These sensors provide accurate and continuous measurements of water status, enabling farmers to optimize irrigation practices, reduce water consumption, and enhance fruit production and quality. The Saturas system includes miniature implanted sensors, wireless transponders, and a central control unit that communicates with irrigation controllers. This setup allows for real-time monitoring and automated irrigation tailored to the specific needs of crops, which can result in increased yields and improved fruit characteristics such as size and sugar content. Overall, Saturas aims to improve water efficiency in agriculture while supporting farmers in maximizing their crop productivity.
FruitSpec
Seed Round in 2017
FruitSpec Ltd. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing hyperspectral sensor systems for fruit yield estimation. Founded in 2016 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, FruitSpec provides innovative sensor pods that scan and analyze orchards to generate detailed reports. These reports include quantitative data on fruit counts and size distributions, as well as heat maps illustrating the distribution of fruit quantities within specific orchards. Utilizing advanced hyper-spectral imaging and deep learning algorithms, FruitSpec's technology assists farmers, distributors, and insurance companies in optimizing the demand-to-supply process. By enabling agribusinesses to capture essential farm data and predict yields early in the season, FruitSpec enhances decision-making capabilities in the fruit value chain.
Eden Shield
Convertible Note in 2016
EdenShield Ltd. is an Israel-based AgTech company founded in 2012, specializing in the development of nontoxic insect control products for greenhouse crops. The company offers a range of organic and chemical-free solutions, including EdenNet, EdenDirect, and EdenForte, which are formulated from botanical extracts and nutrients derived from native Israeli semi-desert plants. These products utilize proprietary aromatic ingredients that mask plant odors and reduce insect attraction, effectively preventing pest-related damage and the spread of viruses. EdenShield's innovative approach helps growers enhance the yield and health of crops, including cannabis, vegetables, and flowers, while promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
MetoMotion
Seed Round in 2016
MetoMotion is a company focused on creating a multipurpose robotic system, known as GRoW, aimed at addressing labor-intensive tasks in greenhouse vegetable production, particularly for greenhouse tomatoes. The company's robotic platform leverages artificial intelligence to identify and locate ripe fruit, facilitating seamless integration with existing farming systems. This innovation allows growers to enhance their greenhouse operations by providing valuable insights that can lead to increased yield and quality while minimizing waste. By reducing reliance on human labor, MetoMotion seeks to lower operational costs and improve efficiency in the agricultural sector.
Saturas
Seed Round in 2016
Saturas Ltd. is an Israeli company that specializes in the development and manufacture of sensor-based irrigation systems designed for precision agriculture. Founded in 2013 and based in Misgav, the company creates innovative miniature stem water potential sensors that are embedded in the trunks of trees, vines, and plants. These sensors provide accurate and continuous measurements of water status, enabling farmers to optimize irrigation practices, reduce water consumption, and enhance fruit production and quality. The Saturas system includes miniature implanted sensors, wireless transponders, and a central control unit that communicates with irrigation controllers. This setup allows for real-time monitoring and automated irrigation tailored to the specific needs of crops, which can result in increased yields and improved fruit characteristics such as size and sugar content. Overall, Saturas aims to improve water efficiency in agriculture while supporting farmers in maximizing their crop productivity.
Eden Shield
Seed Round in 2016
EdenShield Ltd. is an Israel-based AgTech company founded in 2012, specializing in the development of nontoxic insect control products for greenhouse crops. The company offers a range of organic and chemical-free solutions, including EdenNet, EdenDirect, and EdenForte, which are formulated from botanical extracts and nutrients derived from native Israeli semi-desert plants. These products utilize proprietary aromatic ingredients that mask plant odors and reduce insect attraction, effectively preventing pest-related damage and the spread of viruses. EdenShield's innovative approach helps growers enhance the yield and health of crops, including cannabis, vegetables, and flowers, while promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
Catalyst AgTech
Seed Round in 2014
Catalyst AgTech Ltd. is an Israeli company focused on developing innovative technology for the agriculture sector, specifically aimed at minimizing the environmental impact of agrochemical products. The company has created a customizable technology with a self-destruction mechanism designed for use in persistent pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides. This patented catalyst technology effectively breaks down specific chemicals in fertilizers, significantly reducing their harmful effects after application and preventing groundwater contamination. By addressing the growing demand for essential pesticides while mitigating adverse environmental consequences, Catalyst AgTech offers a solution that promotes sustainable agricultural practices. The company is supported by an experienced management team and benefits from scientific collaboration with the Weizmann Institute of Science.
Valentis Nanotech
Seed Round in 2014
Valentis Nanotech, established in 2013, specializes in the production of innovative polymeric films, coatings, and compounds utilizing cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) combined with nanoparticles. The company's patented technology enables the creation of biodegradable and transparent materials derived from plant pulp waste, resulting in films that are thin, strong, and environmentally friendly. These films offer enhanced properties, such as improved strength, better spectral control, and effective barriers against UV rays, oxygen, and moisture. Valentis has engaged in collaborations with a prominent agricultural thermoplastics company in Israel since July 2014, focusing on new product development to meet specific industry needs.