European Innovation Council

Established in 2020, the European Innovation Council supports innovative startups and researchers with promising ideas, focusing on early-stage companies with positive environmental, social, or governance impacts. It co-invests alongside private investors.

David Malo Jean

Director

Past deals in Agriculture

MOA

Venture Round in 2025
MOA make healthy food for a sustainable world that solves growing global food demands. They are establishing a new industry of sustainable food that solves growing global food demands without the need for arable land. They are focused on designing high-value, natural and nutritious food.

MOA

Grant in 2025
MOA make healthy food for a sustainable world that solves growing global food demands. They are establishing a new industry of sustainable food that solves growing global food demands without the need for arable land. They are focused on designing high-value, natural and nutritious food.

Sequentia Biotech

Series A in 2024
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.

FreezeM

Series A in 2024
FreezeM is a company focused on advancing the use of insects as a sustainable protein source for the animal feed industry. Recognizing the potential of insects to address the growing demand for alternative protein, FreezeM develops innovative preservation technologies that facilitate large-scale freezing of insect species. This process aims to create a reliable supply of ready-to-use suspended neonates and frozen eggs, akin to agricultural seed production, which can overcome challenges related to availability, cost, and regulatory constraints. By establishing global stocks of beneficial insects, FreezeM supports various applications, including protein for animal feed, biological pest control, and species preservation, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food system.

FarmInsect

Series A in 2023
FarmInsect GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Bergkirchen, Germany, specializes in automated insect breeding systems. The company develops machines and IoT solutions that enable regional farmers to rear insects on-site for use as animal feed, primarily for chickens, pigs, and fish. This sustainable approach aims to replace imported soy or fishmeal with locally produced protein feed, thereby enhancing the efficiency of animal husbandry while reducing environmental impact.

Lithos Crop Protect

Venture Round in 2023
Lithos Crop Protect is a producer of non-toxic, biological, and highly effective crop protection products and solutions intended to help crop growers control pests and protect agriculture. They are developing an active ingredient that can make a significant contribution to preventing the spread of the corn rootworm in rapidly advancing products for the agriculture industry.

Aviwell

Grant in 2023
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.

Agurotech

Grant in 2023
Agurotech develops soil sensing technology, offering products that include robust sensors for reliable measurements, tailored irrigation recommendations, and continuous improvement of the irrigation process. Their platform provides a sensor-based weather station to offer local measurements of temperature, wind speed, direction, rainfall, and optimizes farm irrigation for crops and soils using farm data and local weather stations.

PATS

Venture Round in 2023
PATS Indoor Drone Solutions, founded in 2018 and based in Delft, the Netherlands, specializes in the design and development of small autonomous drones aimed at insect control. The company employs bioinspired technology to maintain the delicate balance of greenhouse ecosystems by selectively targeting and eliminating harmful insects. With a growing demand for sustainable agricultural practices and increasing regulations on traditional insecticides, PATS addresses these market needs by offering a more environmentally friendly alternative. Their innovative approach not only facilitates sustainable insect management but also helps horticulture farmers reduce costs associated with traditional insect control methods.

Wingtra

Series B in 2023
Wingtra is a Swiss drone manufacturer that designs the WingtraOne, a vertical take-off and landing VTOL fixed-wing drone that combines plane-like efficiency with VTOL versatility to deliver high-precision aerial data for surveying, mapping, and infrastructure projects. The platform supports sectors including construction, mining, agriculture, forestry, environmental monitoring, urban planning, and land management by capturing detailed data over large areas. Founded in 2014 and launching its market-ready product in 2017, Wingtra serves a global customer base through a network of surveying equipment dealers, enabling professionals to digitize and monitor surroundings with reliable flight performance.

N2 Applied

Private Equity Round in 2023
N2 Applied is a Norwegian technology company focused on enabling farmers to produce their own sustainable fertilizer through an innovative process that utilizes slurry, air, and electricity. The company is in the pre-commercial phase and has developed a technology that allows for the local production of nitrogen-rich fertilizer from liquid organic substrates, such as livestock manure. By integrating nitrogen from the atmosphere into these substrates, N2 Applied's solution not only enhances the nitrogen content but also mitigates ammonia loss and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. The company operates its head office in Oslo/Asker and maintains a test center in Svene, with additional branches in Wageningen and York. N2 Applied's scalable process aims to eliminate the lengthy and costly supply chains associated with traditional fertilizer production, facilitating a more circular farming system. This approach not only provides farmers with cost-effective and environmentally friendly fertilizer but also contributes to on-farm reductions in methane and ammonia emissions.

FreezeM

Grant in 2022
FreezeM is a company focused on advancing the use of insects as a sustainable protein source for the animal feed industry. Recognizing the potential of insects to address the growing demand for alternative protein, FreezeM develops innovative preservation technologies that facilitate large-scale freezing of insect species. This process aims to create a reliable supply of ready-to-use suspended neonates and frozen eggs, akin to agricultural seed production, which can overcome challenges related to availability, cost, and regulatory constraints. By establishing global stocks of beneficial insects, FreezeM supports various applications, including protein for animal feed, biological pest control, and species preservation, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food system.

Blue Planet Ecosystems

Grant in 2022
Blue Planet Ecosystems develops and operates modular closed-loop photoprotein reactors for sustainable food production in extreme environments. The company designs self-sustaining aquaculture systems powered by renewable energy that convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into sugars, amino and fatty acids, making nutrients available for zooplankton and fish. Its technology enables organic seafood production close to consumers on nontraditional farming sites, helping farmers and agricultural businesses diversify production in response to climate change. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Blue Planet Ecosystems focuses on pollutant-free, high-quality aquaculture with minimal environmental impact by turning sunlight into feed and enabling new farming methods.

Odd.Bot

Seed Round in 2022
Odd.Bot is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacture of autonomous farming robots. Their flagship product, the Maverick robot, is designed to eliminate weeds in crops like carrots and onions without the use of chemicals. Operating around the clock, the robot effectively identifies and removes weeds in dense crops, promoting environmentally friendly agriculture.

Elicit Plant

Funding Round in 2022
Elicit Plant is an agro-biotech company focused on enhancing crop resilience to water scarcity. It develops innovative phytosterol-based solutions that significantly reduce water stress in plants, enabling them to better withstand drought conditions.

Saia Agrobotics

Seed Round in 2022
Saia Agrobotics develops autonomous greenhouse and indoor agriculture robots designed to automate harvest and crop-handling tasks in horticulture. Its AI-powered systems enable local, healthy fresh produce production by supporting harvest and crop management, improving efficiency and consistency in controlled environments. The company's solutions aim to make indoor farming accessible and affordable, allowing farmers to control climate and shield crops from external changes, thereby achieving better yields with less land. The technology addresses food security by enabling climate-resilient, high-quality production through automation.

BeeOdiversity

Venture Round in 2022
BeeOdiversity is a company dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity preservation. It collaborates with businesses and local authorities to devise strategies and implement environmental projects that create value for both the environment and stakeholders. The company specializes in the regeneration and preservation of bee populations, utilizing innovative tools and scientific expertise to monitor environmental conditions. Its environmental monitoring tool leverages the biological indicators provided by bees and incorporates data interpretation software to assess pollutant levels and biodiversity status. Through its initiatives, BeeOdiversity aims to reduce pollution in industrial and agricultural sectors, ultimately contributing to a balanced ecosystem.

BeeOdiversity

Grant in 2022
BeeOdiversity is a company dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity preservation. It collaborates with businesses and local authorities to devise strategies and implement environmental projects that create value for both the environment and stakeholders. The company specializes in the regeneration and preservation of bee populations, utilizing innovative tools and scientific expertise to monitor environmental conditions. Its environmental monitoring tool leverages the biological indicators provided by bees and incorporates data interpretation software to assess pollutant levels and biodiversity status. Through its initiatives, BeeOdiversity aims to reduce pollution in industrial and agricultural sectors, ultimately contributing to a balanced ecosystem.

Elicit Plant

Grant in 2022
Elicit Plant is an agro-biotech company focused on enhancing crop resilience to water scarcity. It develops innovative phytosterol-based solutions that significantly reduce water stress in plants, enabling them to better withstand drought conditions.

Odd.Bot

Grant in 2022
Odd.Bot is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacture of autonomous farming robots. Their flagship product, the Maverick robot, is designed to eliminate weeds in crops like carrots and onions without the use of chemicals. Operating around the clock, the robot effectively identifies and removes weeds in dense crops, promoting environmentally friendly agriculture.

Saia Agrobotics

Grant in 2022
Saia Agrobotics develops autonomous greenhouse and indoor agriculture robots designed to automate harvest and crop-handling tasks in horticulture. Its AI-powered systems enable local, healthy fresh produce production by supporting harvest and crop management, improving efficiency and consistency in controlled environments. The company's solutions aim to make indoor farming accessible and affordable, allowing farmers to control climate and shield crops from external changes, thereby achieving better yields with less land. The technology addresses food security by enabling climate-resilient, high-quality production through automation.

Livin Farms

Series A in 2022
Livin Farms is a prominent industrial technology provider in the alternative protein sector, specializing in the development of solutions for farming insects. The company designs and operates industrial-scale insect factories that convert waste materials into high-quality protein feeds. Livin Farms' technology encompasses a comprehensive interface for processing waste into insect feedstock, along with systems for rearing insects, robotic handling, and processing of end products. This innovative approach not only enables clients to produce sustainable insect protein but also contributes to waste reduction by upcycling industrial waste. Through its advanced technologies, Livin Farms is positioned to address the growing demand for alternative protein sources while promoting environmental sustainability.

Connecting Food

Venture Round in 2022
Connecting Food is a French company established in 2016 that specializes in food technology and blockchain solutions. It has developed a platform that enables real-time tracking and auditing of food products throughout the supply chain. The company's application, LiveAudit, allows for the digital auditing of product quality as it moves through production, providing transparency and traceability. This platform empowers various stakeholders, including farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers, to access detailed information about food products, such as the origin of ingredients and production practices. By utilizing blockchain technology, Connecting Food enhances trust in agricultural and finished goods, helping to maintain brand integrity and consumer confidence.

FarmInsect

Grant in 2022
FarmInsect GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Bergkirchen, Germany, specializes in automated insect breeding systems. The company develops machines and IoT solutions that enable regional farmers to rear insects on-site for use as animal feed, primarily for chickens, pigs, and fish. This sustainable approach aims to replace imported soy or fishmeal with locally produced protein feed, thereby enhancing the efficiency of animal husbandry while reducing environmental impact.

Lithos Crop Protect

Venture Round in 2022
Lithos Crop Protect is a producer of non-toxic, biological, and highly effective crop protection products and solutions intended to help crop growers control pests and protect agriculture. They are developing an active ingredient that can make a significant contribution to preventing the spread of the corn rootworm in rapidly advancing products for the agriculture industry.

Quanturi Oy

Grant in 2022
Quanturi Oy is a Finnish company founded in 2016, headquartered in Espoo, with additional locations across Europe, including France, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, and Belgium. The company specializes in developing and providing continuous monitoring solutions for fermentable products, focusing on sectors such as agriculture, forestry, and waste management. Its product offerings include wireless monitoring systems for compost temperature, grain management, and hay, as well as temperature monitoring systems applicable to various other industries. Quanturi Oy also engages in online sales of its innovative solutions, emphasizing the analysis of data associated with its connected objects.

Aviwell

Grant in 2022
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.

Quanturi Oy

Venture Round in 2022
Quanturi Oy is a Finnish company founded in 2016, headquartered in Espoo, with additional locations across Europe, including France, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, and Belgium. The company specializes in developing and providing continuous monitoring solutions for fermentable products, focusing on sectors such as agriculture, forestry, and waste management. Its product offerings include wireless monitoring systems for compost temperature, grain management, and hay, as well as temperature monitoring systems applicable to various other industries. Quanturi Oy also engages in online sales of its innovative solutions, emphasizing the analysis of data associated with its connected objects.

Lithos Crop Protect

Grant in 2022
Lithos Crop Protect is a producer of non-toxic, biological, and highly effective crop protection products and solutions intended to help crop growers control pests and protect agriculture. They are developing an active ingredient that can make a significant contribution to preventing the spread of the corn rootworm in rapidly advancing products for the agriculture industry.

Alkion BioInnovations

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2017, Alkion BioInnovations specializes in developing natural plant active ingredients for pharmaceutical applications using proprietary semi-industrial technologies. The company focuses on environmentally friendly and consumer-beneficial products.

Crocus Labs

Venture Round in 2022
Crocus Labs is a Berlin-based deep tech company specializing in advanced light engine technology. It develops energy-saving solutions for wellness, horticultural, and specialty lighting applications, aiming to bring its innovations to residential, commercial, and industrial spaces worldwide.

Connecting Food

Grant in 2022
Connecting Food is a French company established in 2016 that specializes in food technology and blockchain solutions. It has developed a platform that enables real-time tracking and auditing of food products throughout the supply chain. The company's application, LiveAudit, allows for the digital auditing of product quality as it moves through production, providing transparency and traceability. This platform empowers various stakeholders, including farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers, to access detailed information about food products, such as the origin of ingredients and production practices. By utilizing blockchain technology, Connecting Food enhances trust in agricultural and finished goods, helping to maintain brand integrity and consumer confidence.

Crocus Labs

Grant in 2022
Crocus Labs is a Berlin-based deep tech company specializing in advanced light engine technology. It develops energy-saving solutions for wellness, horticultural, and specialty lighting applications, aiming to bring its innovations to residential, commercial, and industrial spaces worldwide.

Carbo Culture

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2016, Carbo Culture produces biochar from waste biomass using a patented process that permanently stores carbon. Its high-quality biochar is used for soil remediation and enhancement, while also generating renewable energy and creating tangible carbon credits.

Computomics

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2012, Computomics specializes in molecular data analysis for crop biotechnology companies and scientists. It offers services such as genome assembly, transcriptome studies, functional annotation, reference-free genotyping, DNA methylation analysis, metagenomic analysis, genomic selection, and crop genome consulting.

Constellr

Grant in 2022
Constellr provides space-based imaging and sensing solutions to evaluate soil health, vegetation, and environmental conditions for agriculture and infrastructure monitoring. Leveraging proprietary space infrastructure, it measures water, temperature, and carbon to derive models of evapotranspiration, water stress, and crop yield, enabling precise insights for farming, agronomy, and industrial operations. The company serves farmers, agricultural companies, infrastructure managers, power plants, and logistics providers across multiple markets, supporting decision making that improves crop production, resource management, and climate-change accountability.

Bloom Biorenewables

Grant in 2022
Bloom Biorenewables Ltd is a Swiss company established in 2019, specializing in the development of innovative technologies that convert wood and agricultural waste into renewable materials as substitutes for petroleum-based products. The company focuses on producing bio-based materials for various sectors, including fragrances, plastics, and textiles, thereby offering sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. By introducing a novel approach to the production of biorenewable products and fuels, Bloom Biorenewables aims to make a significant impact in promoting the use of sustainable resources and addressing climate change challenges.

Alkion BioInnovations

Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2017, Alkion BioInnovations specializes in developing natural plant active ingredients for pharmaceutical applications using proprietary semi-industrial technologies. The company focuses on environmentally friendly and consumer-beneficial products.

Arborea

Grant in 2021
Arborea Ltd. is a biochemical technology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2015 by CEO Julian Melchiorri. The company specializes in developing innovative bio-based products utilizing carbon bio-converter cell technology, particularly focusing on urban environments and wastewater treatment. Arborea has created the BioSolar Leaf system, a tiling solution that mimics the natural processes of photosynthesis, enabling the growth of microscopic plants to produce healthy food ingredients. This system sequesters carbon dioxide, generates breathable oxygen, and purifies the air, thereby addressing environmental concerns while enhancing food production. By offering a scalable and cost-effective platform, Arborea aims to make sustainable and nutritious food accessible to all, significantly reducing the costs associated with traditional fermentation methods. Through its unique approach, the company is committed to harmonizing food production with ecological sustainability.

Computomics

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2012, Computomics specializes in molecular data analysis for crop biotechnology companies and scientists. It offers services such as genome assembly, transcriptome studies, functional annotation, reference-free genotyping, DNA methylation analysis, metagenomic analysis, genomic selection, and crop genome consulting.

CageEye

Grant in 2021
CageEye brings extensive experience in instrumentation and hydroacoustics to the aquaculture sector, specializing in monitoring tools and hydroacoustic analysis for fish farming. The company covers the spectrum from analog front-end hardware to end-user software, enabling real-time and historical data on the feeding and behavior of salmon. Through its technology, CageEye helps farmers optimize production in a sustainable, welfare-conscious manner by creating healthy environments and enabling precise feeding and monitoring decisions.

AgroBiogel

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2021, AgroBiogel specializes in developing superabsorbent materials for agricultural applications. Its primary products include agrochemical storage systems and slow-release technologies designed to enhance soil water retention capacity, organic matter content, fertility, and convert unproductive soils into productive ones.

Sequentia Biotech

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.

DENS

Grant in 2021
Dutch Energy Systems specializes in Hydrozine solutions that generate hydrogen and electricity independently from the power grid. These solutions help reduce emissions by replacing diesel fuel in heavy-duty vehicles and machinery across industries like agriculture, construction, and others.

DigiFarm

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2019, DigiFarm is a Norwegian ag-tech company that develops deep neural network models using high-resolution satellite imagery. Its AI platform helps Norwegian farmers optimize grain production by providing crop classification models and yield data for informed decision-making.

AgroBiogel

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2021, AgroBiogel specializes in developing superabsorbent materials for agricultural applications. Its primary products include agrochemical storage systems and slow-release technologies designed to enhance soil water retention capacity, organic matter content, fertility, and convert unproductive soils into productive ones.

FreezeM

Grant in 2021
FreezeM is a company focused on advancing the use of insects as a sustainable protein source for the animal feed industry. Recognizing the potential of insects to address the growing demand for alternative protein, FreezeM develops innovative preservation technologies that facilitate large-scale freezing of insect species. This process aims to create a reliable supply of ready-to-use suspended neonates and frozen eggs, akin to agricultural seed production, which can overcome challenges related to availability, cost, and regulatory constraints. By establishing global stocks of beneficial insects, FreezeM supports various applications, including protein for animal feed, biological pest control, and species preservation, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food system.

FreezeM

Venture Round in 2021
FreezeM is a company focused on advancing the use of insects as a sustainable protein source for the animal feed industry. Recognizing the potential of insects to address the growing demand for alternative protein, FreezeM develops innovative preservation technologies that facilitate large-scale freezing of insect species. This process aims to create a reliable supply of ready-to-use suspended neonates and frozen eggs, akin to agricultural seed production, which can overcome challenges related to availability, cost, and regulatory constraints. By establishing global stocks of beneficial insects, FreezeM supports various applications, including protein for animal feed, biological pest control, and species preservation, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food system.

Sequentia Biotech

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.

Orbem

Grant in 2021
Orbem operates an AI-driven sensor system that uses magnetic resonance imaging to analyze biological samples. This innovative approach optimizes breeding processes, enhances food production efficiency to meet global demand, and enables customers to improve processing lines for cost savings and high-quality outputs.

Aviwell

Seed Round in 2021
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.

Blue Planet Ecosystems

Seed Round in 2021
Blue Planet Ecosystems develops and operates modular closed-loop photoprotein reactors for sustainable food production in extreme environments. The company designs self-sustaining aquaculture systems powered by renewable energy that convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into sugars, amino and fatty acids, making nutrients available for zooplankton and fish. Its technology enables organic seafood production close to consumers on nontraditional farming sites, helping farmers and agricultural businesses diversify production in response to climate change. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Blue Planet Ecosystems focuses on pollutant-free, high-quality aquaculture with minimal environmental impact by turning sunlight into feed and enabling new farming methods.

FarmInsect

Seed Round in 2021
FarmInsect GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Bergkirchen, Germany, specializes in automated insect breeding systems. The company develops machines and IoT solutions that enable regional farmers to rear insects on-site for use as animal feed, primarily for chickens, pigs, and fish. This sustainable approach aims to replace imported soy or fishmeal with locally produced protein feed, thereby enhancing the efficiency of animal husbandry while reducing environmental impact.

Risutec

Grant in 2021
Risutec is a company focused on enhancing forest and agricultural planting and maintenance through innovative solutions. It specializes in developing systems and equipment that aim to modernize silviculture practices and improve the efficiency of forest utilization. Risutec offers a range of services, including precision forestry applications, bioenergy solutions, and forestation equipment. The company's expertise extends to stand tending services and comprehensive documentation, enabling clients to boost crop yields while minimizing establishment risks. By integrating advanced technology with sustainable practices, Risutec supports the growth and health of forests and agricultural environments.

SAS SABI AGRI

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2017, SAS SABI AGRI specializes in designing and manufacturing electric tractors for diverse agricultural projects such as market gardening, livestock farming, field crops, vine-growing, and arboriculture.

Risutec

Venture Round in 2021
Risutec is a company focused on enhancing forest and agricultural planting and maintenance through innovative solutions. It specializes in developing systems and equipment that aim to modernize silviculture practices and improve the efficiency of forest utilization. Risutec offers a range of services, including precision forestry applications, bioenergy solutions, and forestation equipment. The company's expertise extends to stand tending services and comprehensive documentation, enabling clients to boost crop yields while minimizing establishment risks. By integrating advanced technology with sustainable practices, Risutec supports the growth and health of forests and agricultural environments.

Plant e

Grant in 2021
Do you want to use your green roof to power your house? Would you like to see each wetland and rice paddy field in the world turned into a power plant without harvesting the plants? Plant-e is a company that develops and produces products in which living plants generate electricity. The company was founded on September 14, 2009 as a spin-off from the sub-department of Environmental Technology of Wageningen University by Marjolein Helder and David Strik. Since her PhD-graduation in November 2012 Marjolein is working full-time as CEO of Plant-e. David works as an assistant professor at Wageningen University and still is an important link between scientific research and the research and development at Plant-e.

N2 Applied

Venture Round in 2021
N2 Applied is a Norwegian technology company focused on enabling farmers to produce their own sustainable fertilizer through an innovative process that utilizes slurry, air, and electricity. The company is in the pre-commercial phase and has developed a technology that allows for the local production of nitrogen-rich fertilizer from liquid organic substrates, such as livestock manure. By integrating nitrogen from the atmosphere into these substrates, N2 Applied's solution not only enhances the nitrogen content but also mitigates ammonia loss and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. The company operates its head office in Oslo/Asker and maintains a test center in Svene, with additional branches in Wageningen and York. N2 Applied's scalable process aims to eliminate the lengthy and costly supply chains associated with traditional fertilizer production, facilitating a more circular farming system. This approach not only provides farmers with cost-effective and environmentally friendly fertilizer but also contributes to on-farm reductions in methane and ammonia emissions.

Carbo Culture

Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2016, Carbo Culture produces biochar from waste biomass using a patented process that permanently stores carbon. Its high-quality biochar is used for soil remediation and enhancement, while also generating renewable energy and creating tangible carbon credits.

AgroSustain

Grant in 2021
AgroSustain is a Swiss company that develops solutions for biological plant protection across the farm-to-fork chain. It creates technology to detect plant-based toxins and uses natural plant extracts to stop and prevent the growth of fungal pathogens on crops after harvest. The product portfolio includes natural and organic coatings and pre- and post-harvest treatments that help control fungi such as grey mold, extend shelf life, preserve fruit and vegetable quality, and reduce food waste. The company emphasizes organic production and sustainability, offering plant-inspired products in a farm-to-fork approach. Founded in 2018 and based in Nyon, AgroSustain aims to reduce plastic use and support more sustainable post-harvest practices.

Wingtra

Venture Round in 2020
Wingtra is a Swiss drone manufacturer that designs the WingtraOne, a vertical take-off and landing VTOL fixed-wing drone that combines plane-like efficiency with VTOL versatility to deliver high-precision aerial data for surveying, mapping, and infrastructure projects. The platform supports sectors including construction, mining, agriculture, forestry, environmental monitoring, urban planning, and land management by capturing detailed data over large areas. Founded in 2014 and launching its market-ready product in 2017, Wingtra serves a global customer base through a network of surveying equipment dealers, enabling professionals to digitize and monitor surroundings with reliable flight performance.

Creapaper

Venture Round in 2020
Creapaper develops a grass-based raw material for paper production, primarily derived from grass fiber and dried hay, produced through a patented process to replace virgin wood fibers in paper and cardboard manufacturing. The company supplies the paper industry with this sustainable alternative and offers grass-based raw material, processed paper, and seed-embedded products that can be planted after use, including packaging concepts such as flower and herb boxes. Substituting grass for wood can reduce CO2 emissions in the manufacturing process by up to 75% and supports efforts to lower plastic pollution in the packaging and paper supply chain.

Wingtra

Grant in 2020
Wingtra is a Swiss drone manufacturer that designs the WingtraOne, a vertical take-off and landing VTOL fixed-wing drone that combines plane-like efficiency with VTOL versatility to deliver high-precision aerial data for surveying, mapping, and infrastructure projects. The platform supports sectors including construction, mining, agriculture, forestry, environmental monitoring, urban planning, and land management by capturing detailed data over large areas. Founded in 2014 and launching its market-ready product in 2017, Wingtra serves a global customer base through a network of surveying equipment dealers, enabling professionals to digitize and monitor surroundings with reliable flight performance.

Creapaper

Grant in 2020
Creapaper develops a grass-based raw material for paper production, primarily derived from grass fiber and dried hay, produced through a patented process to replace virgin wood fibers in paper and cardboard manufacturing. The company supplies the paper industry with this sustainable alternative and offers grass-based raw material, processed paper, and seed-embedded products that can be planted after use, including packaging concepts such as flower and herb boxes. Substituting grass for wood can reduce CO2 emissions in the manufacturing process by up to 75% and supports efforts to lower plastic pollution in the packaging and paper supply chain.

Livin Farms

Grant in 2020
Livin Farms is a prominent industrial technology provider in the alternative protein sector, specializing in the development of solutions for farming insects. The company designs and operates industrial-scale insect factories that convert waste materials into high-quality protein feeds. Livin Farms' technology encompasses a comprehensive interface for processing waste into insect feedstock, along with systems for rearing insects, robotic handling, and processing of end products. This innovative approach not only enables clients to produce sustainable insect protein but also contributes to waste reduction by upcycling industrial waste. Through its advanced technologies, Livin Farms is positioned to address the growing demand for alternative protein sources while promoting environmental sustainability.

Alginor ASA

Grant in 2020
Alginor ASA is a company focused on the sustainable utilization of seaweed resources from the Arctic region, particularly Laminaria Hyperborea. Established on March 24, 2014, Alginor aims to develop an integrated biorefinery that maximizes the use of seaweed biomass for producing a range of high-value ingredients. These ingredients include mannitol, fucoidan, cellulose, alginate, oligosaccharides, polyphenols, carotenoids, amino acids, and other biobased materials. The company is committed to eco-friendly and efficient processing methods, setting a standard for innovative solutions in various sectors, including food, feed, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, chemicals, and materials. Alginor plans to construct a demonstration biorefinery with an initial production capacity of 5,000 tons of seaweed annually and aims for future expansion to a full-scale industrial facility capable of processing 50,000 tons per year. This approach not only addresses the potential of seaweed as a valuable resource but also emphasizes zero waste and sustainable practices in production.

Cascade

Grant in 2020
Cascade offers tools for the agricultural industry that boost agronomic crop yields and sustainable agriculture. The business provides methods to alter the light spectrum for better materials and food quality in greenhouses.

Alginor ASA

Venture Round in 2020
Alginor ASA is a company focused on the sustainable utilization of seaweed resources from the Arctic region, particularly Laminaria Hyperborea. Established on March 24, 2014, Alginor aims to develop an integrated biorefinery that maximizes the use of seaweed biomass for producing a range of high-value ingredients. These ingredients include mannitol, fucoidan, cellulose, alginate, oligosaccharides, polyphenols, carotenoids, amino acids, and other biobased materials. The company is committed to eco-friendly and efficient processing methods, setting a standard for innovative solutions in various sectors, including food, feed, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, chemicals, and materials. Alginor plans to construct a demonstration biorefinery with an initial production capacity of 5,000 tons of seaweed annually and aims for future expansion to a full-scale industrial facility capable of processing 50,000 tons per year. This approach not only addresses the potential of seaweed as a valuable resource but also emphasizes zero waste and sustainable practices in production.

Cascade

Venture Round in 2020
Cascade offers tools for the agricultural industry that boost agronomic crop yields and sustainable agriculture. The business provides methods to alter the light spectrum for better materials and food quality in greenhouses.

Biome Makers

Grant in 2020
Biome Makers Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the identification and understanding of microbiomes, particularly in agricultural contexts. Founded in 2015, the company employs advanced DNA sequencing technologies and proprietary Intelligent Computing systems to deliver detailed, crop-specific insights and recommendations. This innovative approach enables growers and manufacturers to analyze soil ecosystems effectively, enhancing agricultural production and product quality through data-driven insights. By simplifying complex microbiome data, Biome Makers supports its customers in optimizing their agricultural practices and improving overall outcomes.

Clarifruit

Seed Round in 2020
Clarifruit provides an AI-powered automated quality control and data analytics platform for the fresh produce industry. The platform uses computer vision and big data to measure quality, freshness, and durability, automatically identifying, collecting, and analyzing real-time attributes of produce across external and internal characteristics. This enables objective, consistent, and cost-effective inspections, improves inspector productivity, reduces waste, and helps growers, wholesalers, retailers, and marketing companies make data-driven decisions that better align supply with customer demand and enhance profitability.

Brucella Green Vac

Grant in 2019
Brucella Green Vac SL is a research and product development company focused on addressing animal diseases, particularly brucellosis, a significant zoonotic disease affecting livestock. The company specializes in developing vaccines aimed at preventing this chronic disease, thereby protecting both animal health and public safety. By creating a therapeutic platform for mass vaccination, Brucella Green Vac aims to reduce the incidence of brucellosis in livestock, ultimately minimizing the risk of transmission to humans. Their innovative approach not only supports animal welfare but also contributes to the overall health of communities reliant on livestock.

Brucella Green Vac

Venture Round in 2019
Brucella Green Vac SL is a research and product development company focused on addressing animal diseases, particularly brucellosis, a significant zoonotic disease affecting livestock. The company specializes in developing vaccines aimed at preventing this chronic disease, thereby protecting both animal health and public safety. By creating a therapeutic platform for mass vaccination, Brucella Green Vac aims to reduce the incidence of brucellosis in livestock, ultimately minimizing the risk of transmission to humans. Their innovative approach not only supports animal welfare but also contributes to the overall health of communities reliant on livestock.

Antofenol

Grant in 2019
Antofénol is a post-harvest biocontrol company focused on reducing losses in agricultural produce, particularly in viticulture. The company specializes in the ecological eco-extraction of plant matter, utilizing innovative techniques such as microwaves, ultrasonics, vacuum, and mixing to develop tailored chemical compositions. Antofénol offers services that include eco-extraction, anti-fungal testing, and biochemical characterization, allowing harvesters to effectively protect fruits and vegetables from fungal and mold infestations. Through its approach, Antofénol aims to valorize viticultural waste while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

Antofenol

Series A in 2019
Antofénol is a post-harvest biocontrol company focused on reducing losses in agricultural produce, particularly in viticulture. The company specializes in the ecological eco-extraction of plant matter, utilizing innovative techniques such as microwaves, ultrasonics, vacuum, and mixing to develop tailored chemical compositions. Antofénol offers services that include eco-extraction, anti-fungal testing, and biochemical characterization, allowing harvesters to effectively protect fruits and vegetables from fungal and mold infestations. Through its approach, Antofénol aims to valorize viticultural waste while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
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