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Hoofprint Biome

Cary, US · Founded 2023 · Delaware corporation · 3 known investors

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Hoofprint Biome develops probiotics and natural enzymes based on microbiome engineering to reduce methane emissions from cattle while improving animal health and feed yield. The company targets livestock and cattle production within sustainable agriculture.

Founders & leadership

Hoofprint Biome was founded in 2023 by Scott Collins, Kathryn Polkoff, and Scott Collins, PhD.

SCScott Collins
Scott CollinsinCo-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer
KPKathryn Polkoff
Kathryn PolkoffinCo-Founder, CEOExecutive Officer and Director of Hoofprint Biome, which develops probiotics and natural enzymes to reduce methane emissions from cattle and improve animal health.
SCScott Collins, PhD
Scott Collins, PhDinCo-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer

Board

RBRodolphe Barrangou
Rodolphe BarrangouinMember Board of Directors2023–2025Co-founder at Ancilia Bio

Investors · 3

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$19.2M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2023–2025

$15MraisedMay 2025 · 13 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Evan SavellExecutive Officer
  • Po BronsonDirector
  • Scott CollinsExecutive Officer, Director
  • David MacdonaldDirector
  • Rodolphe BarrangouDirector
  • Kathryn PolkoffExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$16M
Amount sold
$15M
First sale
Feb 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2023
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$3.8MraisedDec 2024 · 5 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Rodolphe BarrangouDirector
  • Scott CollinsDirector
  • Kathryn PolkoffExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$4.3M
Amount sold
$3.8M
First sale
Aug 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2023
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$420KraisedMay 2023 · 7 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kathryn PolkoffExecutive Officer, Director
  • Scott CollinsDirector
Offering amount
$500K
Amount sold
$420K
First sale
May 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2023
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Hoofprint Biome do?
Hoofprint Biome develops probiotics and natural enzymes based on microbiome engineering to reduce methane emissions from cattle while improving animal health and feed yield. The company targets livestock and cattle production within sustainable agriculture.
Who founded Hoofprint Biome?
Hoofprint Biome was founded by Scott Collins, Kathryn Polkoff, Scott Collins, PhD in 2023.
Who are Hoofprint Biome's investors?
Hoofprint Biome's investors include Good Growth Capital, SOSV, Alexandria.
How much funding has Hoofprint Biome raised?
Hoofprint Biome has disclosed $19.2M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is Hoofprint Biome headquartered?
Hoofprint Biome is headquartered in Cary, US.