Rumin8
Western Australia, AU · Founded 2021 · 30 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors
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Rumin8 develops feed supplements for ruminant livestock that reduce methane emissions by applying anti-methanogenic solutions derived from nature. The company serves dairy and beef cattle producers seeking to decrease enteric methane from their herds.
Founders & leadership
Rumin8 was founded in 2021 by David Messina, Dr Stewart Washer, and Matt Callahan.
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David MessinainCo-founder & CEODavid Messina spent over a decade in energy sector financing and regulatory work, including agriculture-based renewable energy projects, before moving into agricultural technology commercialization. He is co-founder and CEO of Rumin8, which develops feed supplements to reduce methane emissions from livestock.
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Dr Stewart WasherinCo-founder & ChairmanDr. Stewart Washer brings 25 years of CEO and board experience in medical technology and agricultural biotechnology, having founded or led multiple ASX-listed regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy companies including Orthocell, Cynata Therapeutics, and Emyria. He previously served as CEO of Celentis and managed AgResearch's commercialization division in New Zealand before becoming co-founder and chairman of Rumin8.
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Matt CallahaninCo-founder and Head of RegulatoryMatt Callahan has founded or co-founded multiple companies across resources, life sciences, venture capital, and climate tech sectors, and is a partner at Stone Ridge Ventures. He holds degrees in law and business and has worked across Australia, the USA, and Europe.
Investors · 3
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeed roundSep 2024Source ↗
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Rumin8 do?
- Rumin8 develops feed supplements for ruminant livestock that reduce methane emissions by applying anti-methanogenic solutions derived from nature. The company serves dairy and beef cattle producers seeking to decrease enteric methane from their herds.
- Who founded Rumin8?
- Rumin8 was founded by David Messina, Dr Stewart Washer, Matt Callahan in 2021.
- Who are Rumin8's investors?
- Rumin8's investors include Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Prelude Ventures, Starshot.
- Where is Rumin8 headquartered?
- Rumin8 is headquartered in Western Australia, AU.