SOSV, established in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, is a global venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. It focuses on deep tech innovations in the health and environmental sectors, supporting founders with breakthrough technologies through its HAX and IndieBio startup development programs. SOSV provides resources, facilities, and lab equipment to accelerate product development and scale, with a track record of helping its portfolio companies secure subsequent funding rounds led by top-tier investors.

Techstars is a global platform that invests in and supports early-stage technology companies. Founded in 2006, it operates a mentorship-driven accelerator program, providing seed funding, intensive mentorship, and access to a network of investors and entrepreneurs. Techstars has programs in various locations worldwide, including Boston, Boulder, New York, Seattle, London, Chicago, and Austin. It invests $118,000 in each company, with $18,000 in seed funding and an optional $100,000 convertible debt note. Techstars also has industry-specific accelerator programs, such as Techstars Retail and Techstars Music, focusing on retail and music technology, respectively. Its portfolio includes over 1,000 companies with a combined market cap of $8.1 billion.

IndieBio is an accelerator that supports startups using biology to solve major problems, delivering four-month programs for companies and teams with ideas. Based in San Francisco with an office in New York, it focuses on life sciences, biotechnology and synthetic biology, investing in seed and early-stage ventures that place biology at the core of their technology across products, processes and software. The program favors teams with two or more co-founders and generally provides equity-based funding in the early stages, often combining direct investments with additional financing options. Founded in 2014, IndieBio operates within the SOSV accelerator network, a global platform that supports portfolio companies through mentorship, resources and cross-border programs.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency established in 1950 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It is dedicated to supporting research and education in science and engineering across a wide range of disciplines. The NSF provides significant non-dilutive funding, up to $1.5 million, to startups and small businesses through its America's Seed Fund initiative, which is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program mandated by Congress. With an operating budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF is committed to advancing fundamental research and education, thus fostering innovation and technological development in the United States.

Founded in 2013, AgFunder is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. It invests globally in agritech and food tech startups that are solving problems in the food system through automation, digitization of supply chain, food waste reduction, alternative proteins, and nutrition. The firm manages multiple funds and has invested in over 50 companies, aiming to deliver meaningful environmental and social impact across the food system.

MassChallenge is a global startup accelerator supporting early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries. Founded in 2009, it provides mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities through its programs worldwide.

Established in 2016, SproutX is an Australian AgTech accelerator that facilitates innovation in agricultural technology. It offers an accelerator program and a national co-working space network, fostering collaboration among corporate entities, academia, and government bodies to advance the agricultural sector.

Founded in 2014, The Yield Lab is a global venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in AgriFood Tech. It invests in innovative technologies across crops, animal health, digital agriculture, logistics, and food ingredients, with initial investments ranging from $100,000 to $1.5 million.

Omnivore, established in 2010 and based in Mumbai, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage companies in India. It invests in entrepreneurs operating in the agriculture and food sector, with a particular interest in areas such as farmer platforms, precision agriculture, and agri-biotech.

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.

Plug and Play Tech Center, established in 2006, is a global innovation platform that connects startups, investors, and corporations. Based in Sunnyvale, California, with operations in 22 locations worldwide, the company runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs twice a year, fostering collaboration between major corporations and high-quality startups. These programs span sectors such as Fintech, Insurtech, IoT, Brand & Retail, Mobility, and Health & Wellness, among others. Plug and Play invests in seed, angel, and Series A rounds, with a focus on great teams leading emerging growth companies. Since inception, their startup community has raised over $9 billion in venture funding, with notable success stories including Dropbox, PayPal, and LendingClub.

SP Ventures, established in 2007, is a São Paulo-based venture capital firm with a focus on early-stage technology companies. It manages funds such as Fundo de Inovação Paulista (FIP), launched in 2014, which invests in tech startups located in the state of São Paulo. SP Ventures targets passionate entrepreneurs with strong technical backgrounds and market-oriented attitudes, seeking proprietary technologies with high scalability potential and large target markets. The firm's investment tickets typically range from R$ 2 million to R$ 6 million per company, with a maximum of R$ 15 million including follow-ons. SP Ventures has a track record of analyzing over 1,200 companies and making 8 investments from 2007 to 2013 through its Criatec I Fund. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as Information and Communication Technologies, Agricultural Technologies, Health Technologies, New Materials, and Nanotechnologies.

The EIC Accelerator is a Horizon Europe funding program that provides assistance to start-ups and SMEs that have an innovative, game-changing product, service, or business model that has the potential to create new markets or disrupt existing ones, and have the ambition and commitment to scale up, are seeking substantial funding, but the risks involved are too high for private investors to invest alone

Founded in 2007, Innovate UK is a non-profit organization based in Swindon, UK. It supports businesses across various economic sectors by offering funding services to promote science and technology innovations.

Antler, established in 2017 and headquartered in Singapore, is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in technology companies. It supports exceptional founders from day one, providing access to a global network of co-founders, talent, advisors, and expansion support, along with capital. Antler's funds, including Antler UK Fund and Antler India Fund, target various sectors such as information technology, climate tech, healthtech, software, energy services, and SaaS, with investments ranging from USD 0.2 to 0.4 million.

Founded in 2014, S2G Ventures is a Chicago-based investment firm focusing on venture and growth-stage businesses in the food and agriculture sectors. The company aims to support entrepreneurs driving innovation towards sustainable and healthy food systems.

EASME is a European Union executive agency that supports small and medium-sized enterprises and promotes innovation in Europe. It manages projects in the areas of small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as the environment, energy, and maritime sectors, funded by COSME, LIFE, and EMFF. EASME organizes the European Sustainable Energy Week and serves industries such as environmental management, energy production, and maritime activities.

Google for Startups is an initiative supporting global startups. It offers access to Google's products, connections, and best practices through a network of partners in over 135 countries. The program aims to help determined startups succeed.

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

RootCamp is an agrifood-tech innovation hub and accelerator based in Hanover, Germany. Founded in 2020, it provides free support to startups at all stages of growth and focuses on biotechnology and agrifood tech sectors.

Village Capital is a Washington, DC-based organization founded in 2009 that operates accelerator programs and supports early-stage ventures worldwide. It targets sectors including agriculture, education, energy, financial services, health, and technology, focusing on environmental, social, and economic challenges. Village Capital uses a peer-led model in which entrepreneurs rank ventures and award seed funding to the top graduates of each program. The organization provides training and connects founders, investors, and communities to resources and capital with the aim of broadening access to entrepreneurship. Since its inception, Village Capital has supported more than 1,000 entrepreneurs through its programs and partnered with affiliated investment funds; program graduates have generated about $61.5 million in revenue, reached around 8.5 million customers, and created over 11,500 jobs.

Syngenta is a global agriculture company dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. With over 28,000 employees in nearly 90 countries, Syngenta develops innovative crop solutions, including seeds, pesticides, and biotechnology, to help farmers increase yields and improve sustainability.

A global network of industry-focused startup accelerators and programs founded in 2010.

500 Global, established in 2010, is a global venture capital firm with over $2.4 billion in assets under management. Based in Mountain View, California, with offices worldwide, the firm invests in early-stage technology companies across 80+ countries. 500 Global focuses on markets where technology and innovation can drive long-term value and economic growth. The firm's investment portfolio spans diverse sectors such as biotech, fintech, internet, and consumer services, with a preference for companies generating at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. 500 Global offers a four-month accelerator program, providing startups with funding, mentorship, and connections to renowned investors. The firm has invested in over 2,800 companies, including 35 unicorns, and has a team of over 190 members based in 25 countries.

Innova Memphis, established in 2007 by the Memphis Bioworks Foundation, is a venture capital firm located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm specializes in pre-seed, seed, and early-stage investments in high-growth companies within the biosciences, technology, and agri-tech sectors. Innova aims to connect capital with innovative ideas to develop groundbreaking products and services. By investing in start-ups, the firm not only supports their growth but also facilitates partnerships with established corporations for licensing or further investment opportunities. With a team experienced in management and market expertise, Innova is equipped to transform concepts into viable business units ready to compete in the market. Their approach combines technical knowledge, proven staffing, and appropriate funding to maximize the potential for success in the competitive landscape.

Cavallo Ventures, Inc. is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California. As the venture capital arm of Wilbur-Ellis Holdings, it focuses on investing in innovative companies within the livestock feed, pet nutrition, aquafeed, and ingredient formulation sectors. The firm is dedicated to supporting pioneering entrepreneurs who aim to build successful businesses while adhering to high standards of integrity and quality. In addition to its core areas of investment, Cavallo Ventures also explores opportunities in human and animal nutrition, health, alternatives to industrial chemicals, agriculture, novel agrochemical active ingredients, water management, irrigation, soil biology, and resource conservation.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) leads initiatives in food, agriculture, natural resources, and rural development. It aims to expand markets for agricultural products globally, foster alternative markets domestically, improve rural infrastructure, enhance food safety, promote nutrition education, and manage public lands collaboratively.

At One Ventures, established in 2020 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm dedicated to catalyzing a world where humanity positively impacts nature. It invests in early-stage (Seed, Series A) companies globally, focusing on disruptive deep tech that can significantly reduce the environmental footprint of established industries while maintaining strong business potential. The firm's portfolio spans across sectors such as energy, ag-tech, food tech, cleantech, climate tech, and technology, with a particular interest in businesses that can upend traditional unit economics and pioneer new, regenerative industries. At One Ventures finds, funds, and grows teams that align with its mission to create a positive impact on planetary health.

Bossa Invest is a venture capital firm based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2011, that manages investment portfolios and provides asset management services to clients across sectors, with a focus on software as a service companies, and analyzes market trends to inform its investment decisions while operating in finance, technology, and real estate.

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Rye, New York, Ospraie Ag Science is a venture capital firm specializing in growth capital investments within the agriculture sector. The company invests in both public and private markets, leveraging its commercial experience and extensive network across the agricultural value chain to source unique investment opportunities.

Demeter Partners, established in 2005, is a Paris-based private equity and venture capital firm specializing in investments that drive the ecological transition. It focuses on seed, growth, and infrastructure capital, primarily in Europe, with a significant portion in France. The firm invests in companies across various sectors, including eco-industries, eco-energies, green technology, business services, IT services, and cleantech infrastructure. Its investment size typically ranges from €0.5 million to €30 million, with a preference for minority stakes and board seats in portfolio companies. Demeter Partners aims to support innovative startups, high-growth SMEs, and infrastructure projects, often in syndication with other funds.

Lewis & Clark AgriFood, founded in 2019 and based in Saint Louis, Missouri, is a growth-focused investment firm dedicated to advancing innovation in the food and agriculture sectors. The company is comprised of a team of seasoned investors, scientists, and industry operators who are committed to identifying and supporting companies that are positioned to scale their technologies and solutions nationally and globally. Lewis & Clark AgriFood primarily targets growth-stage enterprises within plant agriculture, food production, supply chain logistics, and animal health, emphasizing investments that create value for all stakeholders, from producers to consumers.

Established in 1948, British International Investment is a UK government-backed development finance institution and impact investor. It focuses on long-term economic growth and sustainability in emerging markets by investing in infrastructure, health, agribusiness, and other sectors.

Fall Line Capital is a private equity firm based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2011. It targets investments in farmland and agricultural technologies in the United States, acquiring and actively managing broadacre farmland while pursuing technology companies whose products support its landholdings. The firm focuses on realizing productivity gains from farmland and deploying tech-enabled solutions across the agricultural sector.

Navus Ventures, established in 2013, is a venture capital firm focused on investing in high-tech and sustainable start-ups and scale-ups. It primarily concentrates on the transitions within food and energy sectors. Based in Maassluis, Netherlands, Navus takes an active role as a board member in its portfolio companies.

Astanor Ventures is a venture capital firm dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs who are innovating in the food, marine, and agriculture sectors. The firm focuses on technology-driven companies that aim to transform the agri-food value chain, utilizing disruptive technologies to foster a future of food that is nourishing, regenerative, and sustainable. Astanor Ventures combines its capital with extensive sector expertise and a robust network that includes entrepreneurs, impact investors, technologists, scientists, farmers, chefs, policymakers, and food enthusiasts. This collaborative approach is designed to cultivate a food system that is not only trusted and scalable but also emphasizes quality and environmental responsibility.

Xperiment Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Specializing in seed-stage investments, the firm focuses on Agtech and Climate Tech startups, providing funding ranging from 500,000 to 3 million USD. Xperiment Ventures distinguishes itself by adopting a hands-on approach, leveraging the entrepreneurial and technological expertise of its founders to actively support the growth of its portfolio companies. In addition to its investment activities, Xperiment operates as a venture studio, aiming to digitalize and decarbonize nature-based supply chains. The firm seeks to partner with exceptional entrepreneurs who are independent thinkers and innovators, fostering a collaborative environment to drive impactful solutions in their respective industries.

Founded in 2017 with offices in Argentina, Brazil, and Chile, The Yield Lab LATAM is a venture capital firm investing in AgriFoodTech companies across Latin America, spanning the entire food and agriculture innovation spectrum.

Serra Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Champaign, Illinois, founded in 1998, that invests in technology companies across the United States and in select international locations. It focuses on early-stage and growth-stage opportunities in information technology, deep technology, instrumentation, software as a service, devices, B2B, and agricultural technologies, with an emphasis on companies in the Midwest and West Coast regions.

Founded in 2005, Y Combinator is a California-based startup accelerator and early-stage venture capital firm. It provides funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage companies across various industries, with a focus on technology, healthcare, and finance. The organization helps founders refine their business models and products through an intensive three-month program in Silicon Valley, culminating in Demo Day presentations to investors.

Founded in 2017, Grid Exponential is a science-based company builder based in Caba, Argentina. It focuses on creating high-impact, global companies by streamlining technology transfer processes in Latin America.

Grow-NY is a business competition aimed at fostering a sustainable food and agriculture innovation cluster in its region. It seeks to attract innovative and rapidly growing startups in the food and agriculture sectors from around the world. By engaging these startups, Grow-NY supports the development of a vibrant startup ecosystem that enhances the region's economic growth and innovation in agricultural practices.

Villgro, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Chennai, India, is an incubator firm focused on nurturing early-stage social startups. It specializes in providing support to enterprises in four primary sectors: healthcare, education, agri-business, and energy. Villgro aims to create impactful and innovative businesses by investing up to Rs6 million in the form of equity or quasi-equity. Through its incubation efforts, Villgro seeks to empower entrepreneurs and foster sustainable growth in sectors that address pressing social challenges.

The Scottish Investment Bank is a public body supporting economic growth in Scotland. It facilitates finance for small to medium-sized businesses, focusing on sectors such as renewable energy, technology, life sciences, and creative industries. The bank works closely with portfolio companies to strengthen management teams and accelerate growth.

Breakthrough Energy, established in 2016 and headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, is an impact investment firm focused on combating climate change. It invests patiently over a 20-year period in cleantech and energy sectors, supporting companies from seed to commercialization stages. The firm's portfolio spans electricity generation and storage, transportation, industrial systems, agriculture, and energy efficiency, aiming to make power reliable, affordable, and climate-friendly. Breakthrough Energy Ventures, its investment arm, manages funds in the U.S. and Europe, with a goal to back 40 to 50 companies per fund.

Established in 2001, The Icehouse is a not-for-profit organization based in Auckland, New Zealand. It supports small and medium-sized enterprise owners and entrepreneurs by providing growth assistance. Backed by the New Zealand government, it focuses on helping Kiwi founders build global companies.

Capria Ventures is a global venture capital firm specializing in early-growth investments in emerging and frontier markets. Based in Seattle with offices across the globe, Capria invests in applied Generative AI and connects founders to collaborative networks. With assets exceeding USD 188M, Capria focuses on sectors such as B2B, logistics, healthcare, information technology, and climate technology.

Acumen is a nonprofit organization established in 2001 and based in New York City, with additional offices in Mumbai, Nairobi, Karachi, and Accra. The organization is dedicated to poverty eradication by raising charitable funds to invest in early-stage companies that provide essential services such as clean energy, healthcare, education, agricultural inputs, formal housing, and safe drinking water to low-income communities. Acumen has made significant investments totaling $128 million in 128 companies across 14 countries, impacting the lives of over 308 million individuals. The organization collaborates with notable partners, including the Rockefeller Foundation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Google.org, to address critical challenges faced by underserved populations.

Yara Growth Ventures is the venture investment team of Yara International ASA, based in Oslo, Norway. Established in 2021, the organization focuses on investing in innovative startups within the agri-food industry and the clean hydrogen sector. Its primary goal is to support the development of solutions that contribute to responsibly feeding the global population and protecting the environment. By targeting disruptive technologies and business models, Yara Growth Ventures aims to foster advancements that align with sustainable agricultural practices and energy solutions.

Trendlines Group is an Israel-based venture group that invents, discovers, and incubates innovation-based medical and agrifood technologies. It invests through medical and agrifood incubators in Israel and Singapore and operates Trendlines Labs, its in-house innovation center, to advance early-stage technologies. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Misgav, it concentrates on medical technology and agrifood technology opportunities.