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Metrovate is a biotechnology company dedicated to enhancing global health and sustainability. It operates by developing advanced research and precision biostimulants, designed to improve plant health, stress tolerance, and root systems, thereby promoting sustainable and ethical agricultural practices.

CropX develops AI-driven, cloud-based software solutions integrated with data from proprietary and third-party sources. Its platform boosts crop yield (up to 15%) and saves water (up to 50%), pesticide use (up to 20%), fertilizer use (up to 20%), while also reducing energy and labor costs. With global deployments on over 5,000 farms in 70 countries, CropX is trusted by farmers worldwide.

Enko Chem, Inc., established in 2017 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, specializes in the discovery and development of small-molecule and novel products designed to protect crops from pests and diseases. The company's proprietary technology platform enables it to swiftly identify safe and cost-effective solutions, contributing to sustainable food production.

BioLumic harnesses light signals to enhance plant growth and unlock crops' natural genetic potential. Its photogenics platform improves yield, vigor, disease resistance, and crop composition across various seeds and seedlings, without the use of chemicals or amendments.

Apparo is a food processing technology company based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, founded in 2020. It develops technology to process crops in order to maximize the yield of available nutrients, delivering protein and micronutrients to food, supplement, and nutraceutical brands. The technology focuses on total crop utilization to maximize nutritional outputs, contributing to the sustainability and resilience of the food system by enabling brands to access functional and nutritional ingredients.

ProTag specializes in smart ear tag sensors for livestock monitoring. Their device tracks temperature, movement, and location, enabling real-time detection of health issues like mastitis and lameness, optimizing herd management.

ProducePay, founded by Pablo Borquez Schwarzbeck, is an AgTech company dedicated to transforming the fresh produce supply chain. By addressing the economic and food waste caused by its volatility and fragmentation, ProducePay offers a Predictable Commerce Platform that enhances connectivity between growers and buyers. This platform provides farmers with immediate access to financing, liquidity, and real-time pricing data, fostering transparency and enabling efficient business operations. Additionally, it facilitates connections with key industry players, allowing farmers to access tailored cash flow services. Through these innovations, ProducePay is committed to delivering fresher produce to consumers while promoting sustainable practices within the global fresh produce industry.

Enko Chem, Inc., established in 2017 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, specializes in the discovery and development of small-molecule and novel products designed to protect crops from pests and diseases. The company's proprietary technology platform enables it to swiftly identify safe and cost-effective solutions, contributing to sustainable food production.

ZeaKal is a plant science company focused on engineering synthetic biological traits to increase the productivity of major row crops such as corn, soybeans and canola. The company develops technologies that enhance photosynthetic capacity and carbon capture to improve crop yield, seed and fiber quality, and nutrient content while reducing environmental footprint. Its flagship PhotoSeed technology and related trait platforms enable crops to capture more carbon and sunlight, supporting healthier, nutrient-rich food and feed with a smaller environmental footprint. ZeaKal's innovations aim to raise yields of grain, seed, and fiber and improve seed composition across farms. Founded in 2010 and based in San Diego, California, ZeaKal markets its plant traits to growers seeking sustainable, higher-value crops.

CropX develops AI-driven, cloud-based software solutions integrated with data from proprietary and third-party sources. Its platform boosts crop yield (up to 15%) and saves water (up to 50%), pesticide use (up to 20%), fertilizer use (up to 20%), while also reducing energy and labor costs. With global deployments on over 5,000 farms in 70 countries, CropX is trusted by farmers worldwide.

BioLumic harnesses light signals to enhance plant growth and unlock crops' natural genetic potential. Its photogenics platform improves yield, vigor, disease resistance, and crop composition across various seeds and seedlings, without the use of chemicals or amendments.

Hi Fidelity Genetics LLC is a startup based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on developing innovative hardware and software for plant-breeding applications. The company specializes in creating tools that measure and predict plant traits, which are essential for enhancing productivity in agriculture. As the global population increases and climate change poses challenges to food supply, Hi Fidelity Genetics aims to democratize seed breeding and provide effective genetic modification services. Their technology seeks to improve the profitability of producers while maintaining sufficient food supplies, thereby addressing pressing agricultural needs in a changing environment.

ApisProtect is an Irish company based in Cork, founded in 2017, that specializes in agricultural technology for beekeeping. It develops an Internet of Things (IoT) system equipped with in-hive sensors and mobile/web apps to monitor bee colonies continuously. This system uses cellular and satellite-powered communication to track hive conditions, health, and activity levels. By employing big data and machine learning techniques, ApisProtect helps beekeepers detect diseases and pests, assess productivity, and prevent losses, ultimately improving the efficiency of pollination and honey production without requiring frequent manual checks.

Taranis is an agriculture intelligence company that has developed an advanced platform utilizing computer vision, data science, and deep learning algorithms to monitor fields effectively. Its solution provides high-precision aerial surveillance imagery, enabling farmers to detect early signs of issues such as weeds, nutrient deficiencies, crop disease, insect infestations, and water damage. By offering accurate insights, Taranis helps agribusinesses make informed decisions that can prevent crop yield loss and ultimately enhance productivity.

BioLumic harnesses light signals to enhance plant growth and unlock crops' natural genetic potential. Its photogenics platform improves yield, vigor, disease resistance, and crop composition across various seeds and seedlings, without the use of chemicals or amendments.

Hi Fidelity Genetics LLC is a startup based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on developing innovative hardware and software for plant-breeding applications. The company specializes in creating tools that measure and predict plant traits, which are essential for enhancing productivity in agriculture. As the global population increases and climate change poses challenges to food supply, Hi Fidelity Genetics aims to democratize seed breeding and provide effective genetic modification services. Their technology seeks to improve the profitability of producers while maintaining sufficient food supplies, thereby addressing pressing agricultural needs in a changing environment.

Crop Pro Insurance Services, Inc. is a Managing General Agency ( MGA) specializing in federal and private crop insurance for GuideOne Mutual Insurance Company. They help independent agents differentiate from other agents in the market by bringing innovative private product solutions that solve real needs to increase yield and lower operating costs that work in good stewardship with the land.

Plenty is a vertical farming company that operates indoor vertical farms to grow fresh, nutritious produce with far lower water and land use than conventional farming. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Plenty uses proprietary systems that combine engineering, software and crop science to deliver year-round crops without GMOs or pesticides and with minimal fertilizer runoff.

Taranis is an agriculture intelligence company that has developed an advanced platform utilizing computer vision, data science, and deep learning algorithms to monitor fields effectively. Its solution provides high-precision aerial surveillance imagery, enabling farmers to detect early signs of issues such as weeds, nutrient deficiencies, crop disease, insect infestations, and water damage. By offering accurate insights, Taranis helps agribusinesses make informed decisions that can prevent crop yield loss and ultimately enhance productivity.

ZeaKal is a plant science company focused on engineering synthetic biological traits to increase the productivity of major row crops such as corn, soybeans and canola. The company develops technologies that enhance photosynthetic capacity and carbon capture to improve crop yield, seed and fiber quality, and nutrient content while reducing environmental footprint. Its flagship PhotoSeed technology and related trait platforms enable crops to capture more carbon and sunlight, supporting healthier, nutrient-rich food and feed with a smaller environmental footprint. ZeaKal's innovations aim to raise yields of grain, seed, and fiber and improve seed composition across farms. Founded in 2010 and based in San Diego, California, ZeaKal markets its plant traits to growers seeking sustainable, higher-value crops.

CropX develops AI-driven, cloud-based software solutions integrated with data from proprietary and third-party sources. Its platform boosts crop yield (up to 15%) and saves water (up to 50%), pesticide use (up to 20%), fertilizer use (up to 20%), while also reducing energy and labor costs. With global deployments on over 5,000 farms in 70 countries, CropX is trusted by farmers worldwide.

SG Biofuels is an integrated bioenergy crop company specializing in the development and production of elite hybrid seeds of Jatropha, a low-cost feedstock for biodiesel, bio-jet fuel, and specialty chemicals. Leveraging the largest and most diverse library of Jatropha genetic material, the company utilizes molecular breeding and biotechnology to optimize its offerings. SG Biofuels combines advanced scientific research with expertise in agronomy and plantation management to capitalize on the potential of Jatropha. The company has received multiple accolades, including recognition as one of the Top 5 Renewable Jet Fuel Supply Chain Companies and one of the Top 50 Companies in Bioenergy for several consecutive years. Additionally, it has been honored with awards for its contributions to feedstock domestication and sustainability within the biofuel sector.

ZeaKal is a plant science company focused on engineering synthetic biological traits to increase the productivity of major row crops such as corn, soybeans and canola. The company develops technologies that enhance photosynthetic capacity and carbon capture to improve crop yield, seed and fiber quality, and nutrient content while reducing environmental footprint. Its flagship PhotoSeed technology and related trait platforms enable crops to capture more carbon and sunlight, supporting healthier, nutrient-rich food and feed with a smaller environmental footprint. ZeaKal's innovations aim to raise yields of grain, seed, and fiber and improve seed composition across farms. Founded in 2010 and based in San Diego, California, ZeaKal markets its plant traits to growers seeking sustainable, higher-value crops.

BioLumic harnesses light signals to enhance plant growth and unlock crops' natural genetic potential. Its photogenics platform improves yield, vigor, disease resistance, and crop composition across various seeds and seedlings, without the use of chemicals or amendments.

SG Biofuels is an integrated bioenergy crop company specializing in the development and production of elite hybrid seeds of Jatropha, a low-cost feedstock for biodiesel, bio-jet fuel, and specialty chemicals. Leveraging the largest and most diverse library of Jatropha genetic material, the company utilizes molecular breeding and biotechnology to optimize its offerings. SG Biofuels combines advanced scientific research with expertise in agronomy and plantation management to capitalize on the potential of Jatropha. The company has received multiple accolades, including recognition as one of the Top 5 Renewable Jet Fuel Supply Chain Companies and one of the Top 50 Companies in Bioenergy for several consecutive years. Additionally, it has been honored with awards for its contributions to feedstock domestication and sustainability within the biofuel sector.

Athenix specializes in agricultural and industrial biotechnology. It develops products, technologies, and processes to improve agricultural practices and chemical manufacturing, offering modified plants, custom microbes, and enzyme development tools.