AgTech Startups

Esper provides hyperspectral satellite imagery and geochemical analysis to identify critical minerals and alteration zones for mining exploration and environmental monitoring. The company serves mining and exploration firms targeting lithium, gold, copper, and rare earth elements globally.

6 investors

Gardin builds sensors that measure chlorophyll fluorescence to assess plant photosynthetic efficiency in real time, giving commercial growers early stress detection and feedback on lighting, irrigation and climate strategy. The system works across glasshouses, polytunnels, indoor farms and research settings and integrates with climate computers.

6 investors

Global Neighbor uses patented directed energy technology to control weeds and stimulate crop growth without chemicals, offering products such as a harvest weed seed control unit (bSCU) and a seed priming system for farmers. Its tools serve conventional and organic agricultural producers seeking to reduce herbicide use, improve soil health, and increase yields.

6 investors

GraGreen develops improved crop varieties using genome editing and traditional breeding methods to reduce resource inputs and increase agricultural yields. The company serves farmers and the agricultural industry with climate-resilient seeds and seedlings adapted to environmental stress.

6 investors

Hydroleap develops electrochemical water treatment technology that replaces traditional chemical-intensive processes for wastewater treatment across industries including data centers, food and beverage production, and pharmaceuticals. The company serves industrial businesses seeking cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to conventional water treatment methods.

6 investors

IUNU builds LUNA, an AI and computer vision platform that autonomously tracks plant development and turns crop data into real-time insights for growers. It provides plant monitoring, issue detection, forecasting, and financial-impact analysis for commercial agriculture operations.

6 investors

SiteOne's Nursery Direct platform helps landscape professionals source plant material and manage plant availability and logistics for their projects. It connects buyers with regional nursery performance leaders for plant sourcing and purchasing support.

6 investors

MAYANI is a Philippine agri-fisheries platform that connects smallholder farmers and fisherfolk to market, aiming to boost rural incomes while providing fresh, affordable produce. Its buyers include households and commercial players such as supermarket chains, food brands, hotels, and food processors.

6 investors

MeliBio is a California-based biotech company that develops plant-based honey alternatives using proprietary plant-science technology to replace commercial honeybees, addressing food security and supply chain challenges while supporting native pollinator biodiversity.

6 investors

Messium uses satellite remote sensing and machine learning to deliver automated, lab-quality crop information, such as nitrogen status, to farmers and agronomists on a weekly basis. It serves commercial agriculture through precision farming technology.

6 investors

microTERRA develops functional food ingredients derived from Lemna (aquatic plants) that enhance flavor intensity, block undesirable tastes, improve mouthfeel, and integrate flavors in food products for the food and beverage industry. The company offers sustainable ingredient solutions for food formulators and manufacturers.

6 investors

Mozza Foods develops casein protein grown in soybeans as an ingredient for the dairy industry, aiming to replace cow-dependent supply chains using existing agricultural infrastructure. The company targets dairy manufacturers with a bioengineered protein ingredient.

6 investors

NoBACZ Healthcare develops antibiotic-free, patented liquid barrier products for wound and lesion management, creating waterproof physical barriers that block microbes as an alternative to topical antimicrobials. Its biodegradable formulas target animal health applications such as protecting hooves, horn buds and udders in farm environments, with active research collaborations with universities.

6 investors

Orbem uses AI-powered MRI technology to analyze biological materials and provide detailed insights to customers in agriculture and food production. The platform reveals internal characteristics of items like eggs and avocados to reduce waste and increase supply chain transparency.

6 investors

Pecan is a predictive analytics platform that connects to data warehouses, databases, CRMs, files, and analytics/attribution sources through built-in integrations to support machine learning use cases.

6 investors

Phytoform Labs develops GM-free genome editing tools and trait engineering technologies for crop improvement, with a focus on potato and tomato varieties. The company works at the intersection of biotechnology and agricultural research to advance sustainable crop breeding.

6 investors

Protix produces insect-derived protein, lipid, and puree ingredients for pet food, aquaculture feed, and livestock feed, as well as frass and larvae-based products for plant care and breeding.

6 investors

Sagri uses satellite data and AI technology to address agricultural challenges in Japan and globally, including mechanization of operations, farmer population decline, and greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to solve agricultural problems as a pathway to improving environmental and social issues.

6 investors

Scanifly provides a solar design platform that combines AI-powered preliminary designs for sales with drone-based verification for accurate installation planning. The platform serves solar installers and engineers across residential, commercial, and ground-mounted projects.

6 investors

SeeTree provides AI-based crop intelligence that combines satellite, drone, weather, and field data to deliver pre-season yield forecasts, tree-level aerial surveys, and workflow management for large agribusinesses. It covers permanent and industrial crops such as citrus, avocados, hazelnuts, eucalyptus, oil palm, sugarcane, and coffee.

6 investors

SPRX (Onshore) provides tax and R&D tax credit services, combining software with credentialed professionals who own each account and sign off on filings. It serves American businesses such as engineers, farmers, and manufacturers seeking to claim R&D credits, positioning itself as a transparent alternative to traditional professional services firms in the US.

6 investors

Tarfin provides Turkish farmers with agricultural inputs such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and equipment at competitive prices with harvest-time deferred payment options, ordered through its mobile app or authorized dealers. It operates across 75 cities in Turkey, serving thousands of farmers via a network of sales points.

6 investors

Wildfire develops technology and solutions to help firefighters detect, control, and manage fires more effectively. The company applies decades of pyrotechnics and fire control expertise from entertainment to create tools for professional fire suppression and firefighting operations.

6 investors

TeleSense provides wireless sensors and data-science software that continuously monitor temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide in stored grain to detect and prevent spoilage. It serves farmers, co-ops, storage managers, and grain elevators in agricultural storage management.

6 investors