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Zya develops naturally-derived enzymes that change how the body processes food after eating, aiming to improve nutrition without altering taste.

BiotechFoodTech

JSJoshua Sauer(Co-Founder & CEO)inNWNiels Wicke(Co-Founder & CSO)in

Co-investorsAHAhren Innovation CapitalBEBetter VenturesBEBetter Ventures Central LlcCACavallo VenturesSISiddhi CapitalUNUnruly Capital

Aardaia develops new crops by domesticating wild plant species, using plant breeding, genomics, and AI to move them from wild state to commercial agriculture.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningFoodTech

Padraic Flood(CEO)in

Co-investorsFOFoodLabsPOPoint NineGRGrey Silo Ventures

AgZen develops real-time monitoring technology for crop spraying, analyzing droplet behavior to help growers and agricultural equipment manufacturers optimize application efficiency.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningFintechHardwareImpact & Social GoodMedia & Entertainment

VJVishnu Jayaprakash(Founder)inKVKripa VaranasiinMDMaher Damak

Co-investorsMAMaterial ImpactDCDCVC (Data Collective)DCDCVC BioSYSyngenta Group Ventures

Apeel Sciences develops plant-based coatings derived from fatty acids and glycerides—ingredients naturally found in plant peels and seeds—that are applied to fresh fruits and vegetables to extend shelf life, preserve flavor and nutrients, and reduce reliance on refrigeration, pesticides, waxes, and plastics.

AgTechCircular EconomyCleantechClimate TechFoodTech

LouJRJames Rogers(Founder)inJDJenny Du(Founder)in

Co-investors3C3cubed VenturesA-A-Rod CorpAGAgFunderANAndreessen HorowitzBIBild Alternative Investments CorporationDBDBL Partners+12 more

Aphea.Bio develops bioinsecticides targeting sap-sucking insects that damage crops, in partnership with Bayer to accelerate their development.

AgTechBiotech

IVIsabel Vercauterenin

Co-investorsEUEuropean Circular Bioeconomy FundINInnovation IndustriesPMPMVV-V-Bio VenturesAIAIFBIBill & Melinda Gates Foundation+1 more

BettaF!sh produces plant-based seafood alternatives made from seaweed that replicate the taste and appearance of traditional fish products.

Circular EconomyClimate TechConsumerFoodTech

Deniz Ficicioglu(Founder and CEO)in

Co-investorsTETechFoundersZEZebra Impact Ventures

Revolutionising the textile industry by pioneering a new era of plant-based alternatives to animal and synthetic derived materials

San Francisco, US

Martin Stuebler(President and Chief Executive Officer)

Co-investorsJOJoyance PartnersSOSOSV

A company that develops agricultural decision-support tools using genetic, environmental, and management data to reduce uncertainty in farming operations.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningClimate TechData & Infrastructure

Co-investorsAIAIR CapitalINInnventureARArtesianDRDraper CygnusGRGrainCorp VenturesXPXperiment Ventures

Calyxia develops sustainable microparticles and microcapsules using advanced encapsulation technology derived from emulsion science research.

AgTechCircular EconomyCleantechNew MaterialsBonneuil-sur-Marne, FR

JWJamie WaltersinJBJerome Bibette(Professor)Damien Demoulinin

BoardDavid Weitz(Professor)

Co-investorsAUAurum Venture PartnersLOLombard Odier

Ultra fresh, trusted and high-quality food, from farm-to-fork

Co-investorsCICipio PartnersPYPymwymicSESeaya

Culinary Sciences manufactures rapid-chilling and flavor-infusion food processing equipment for commercial kitchen operations.

Advanced ManufacturingCleantechFoodTechHardwareFremont, US

JFJohn Field(CEO)in

BoardGPGeorge Powlick(Director)inMLMark Linder(Board Member / Head of Business Development)in

Current Foods produces plant-based and biotech-derived seafood products, including raw tuna and smoked salmon alternatives, designed to compete on flavor, nutritional profile, cost, and supply reliability.

Climate TechHealthtechSan Francisco, US

JPJacek Prus(Founder)in

Co-investorsUNUnion Grove Venture PartnersVEVentureSouqY Y CombinatorELElectric Feel Ventures LlcGRGreatPoint VenturesLOLombardstreet Ventures

HowGood provides a product carbon footprinting and Scope 3 emissions reporting platform for the food and beverage industry, helping companies measure emissions and support reduction and climate target strategies.

Climate TechFoodTechSaaSBrooklyn, US

AGAlexander Gillett(Executive Officer, Director)inAGArthur Gillett(Executive Officer, Director)inRAR. Alexander Gillett(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardMGMatt Gorin(Director)inRHRichard Heitzmann(Director)inJoshua Mailman(Director)

Co-investorsCOContour Venture PartnersDADanone Manifesto VentureDODoon CapitalFIFirstMark CapitalGRGreat Oaks Venture CapitalPIPINC+1 more

IUNU builds LUNA, an AI and computer vision platform that autonomously tracks plant development and turns crop data into real-time insights for growers.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningSaaSSeattle, US

AGAdam Greenberg(Founder)in

Co-investorsCECeres PartnersS2S2G InvestmentsSESecond Avenue PartnersTATaurus VenturesBOBootstrapLabsSESerra Ventures

La Fourche is an online organic grocery store offering over 4,800 organic and eco-conscious food and household products at lower prices through a paid annual membership model that relies on bulk buying and reduced margins.

Direct to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTech

Co-investorsFIFive Seasons VenturesANAnterra Capital

Laced is an online retailer selling sneakers and footwear from brands such as Adidas, Air Jordan, ASICS, and UGG, including curated collections.

ConsumerE-commerceMarketplacesMemphis, US

Chris Gibbons(Founder)inTyler Kenney(Executive Officer)Zach Smith(Executive Officer)

Co-investorsBYBY Venture PartnersHOHorizons VenturesTATalis Capital

Lemna Bio develops computational biology and deep learning tools to predict and explain biomolecular interactions.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechLausanne, CH

Co-investorsKIKickfund

MagrowTec develops magnetic assist and nanotechnology solutions to increase agricultural productivity while reducing reliance on scarce resources such as land, water, and labor.

AgTechCleantechDeep TechHardwareDublin, IE

GWGary Wickham(Founder & CEO)in

Matrix Pack manufactures fiber-based single-use food packaging products and paper drinking straws for Quick Service Restaurants, FMCG, food service, HORECA, retail, and industrial applications.

Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyNew Materials

Co-investorsSOSouthBridge Advisors

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.

AgTechBiotechFoodTechSan Francisco, US

DMDarko Mandich(Co-Founder & CEO)Dr. Aaron Schaller(Co-Founder & CTO)

Co-investorsBIBig Idea VenturesCOCollaborative FundJOJoyance PartnersJUJuniperSUSustainable Food VenturesBABabel Ventures+1 more

Miterro produces bio-based, water-degradable alternatives to polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) for use in consumer and industrial products, replacing microplastics and conventional plastics.

Circular EconomyCleantechNew Materials

RLRobert Luo(Founder)in

Co-investorsLALair East LabsTHThe Innovation Space

Microharvest produces fermentation-derived microbial protein ingredients for use in pet food, aquafeed, and future human food applications.

AgTechBiotechClimate TechFoodTechGermany, DE

Co-investorsFAFaberFOFoodLabsGRGrey Silo VenturesSISimon Capital

Modern Meadow develops animal-free, bio-fabricated leather alternatives using synthetic biology and material science for the fashion, interiors, and automotive industries.

BiotechCircular EconomyNew MaterialsPine Brook, US

GFGabor Forgacs(Director, Promoter)inABAnna Bakst(Executive Officer, Director)inRex Liu(Executive Officer)DWDavid Williamsonin

BoardAFAndras Forgacs(Director, Promoter)BSBart Swanson(Director)in

Co-investorsARArtis VenturesBRBreakout LabsBRBreakout VenturesHOHorizons VenturesINInventus Capital PartnersKOKohala Ventures+4 more

Co-investorsATAt One VenturesFAFalconX VenturesMAMana VenturesWEWestern Technology Investment

Notpla makes packaging products from seaweed and plants as an alternative to single-use plastic.

Circular EconomyClimate TechNew MaterialsLondon, GB

PPPierre-Yves Paslier(Cofounder & Co-CEO)inRGRodrigo Garcia Gonzalez(Cofounder & Co-CEO)in

Co-investorsBABay Bridge Ventures ClimateCOCool Climate CollectiveHOHorizons VenturesNENew Earth VenturesRARadicle ImpactRERegeneration.VC+2 more

Olombria develops an AI-powered Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management (IPPM) system that combines blended native hoverfly species, natural attractant lures, and continuous data monitoring to control pests and support crop pollination.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningClimate Tech

Planetary Technologies develops ocean-based carbon removal technology to address climate change.

CleantechClimate TechDeep TechNova Scotia, CA

DGDr. Greg Rau(Senior Scientist & Co-Founder)MKMike Kelland(Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder & Board Member)in

Co-investorsAMAmplify CapitalMAMaRS Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF)NUNucleation CapitalXAXAngeGRGreen Generation Fund

Plantible Foods redesigns the food supply chain to advance health for people and the planet.

AgTechBiotechFoodTechImpact & Social GoodSan Marcos, US

TMTony Martens(Founder & CEO)inMaurits Van de Ven(Founder)in

BoardAlan Chen(Director)

Co-investorsCECerity Partners VenturesDODoon CapitalFTFTW VenturesGOGood FriendsLELerer HippeauPIPiva Capital+4 more

ProducePay operates a Predictable Commerce Platform for the fresh produce industry, connecting growers and buyers while providing capital, trading opportunities, supply chain visibility, and market insights.

AgTechFintechFoodTech

PBPablo Borquez(Founder & CEO)inBDBen DusastreinPablo Borquez Schwarzbeckin

Co-investors50500 GlobalDODorm RoomDYDYDX CapitalENEndeavor8G2G2 Venture PartnersGRGroundForce Capital+12 more

Reshape Systems provides AI-driven risk analysis software for complex systems including autonomous vehicles, drones, and industrial infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise Software

Andrea(Founder & CEO)Thomas(Founder & CTO)

Co-investorsKIKickfundACACME CapitalY Y Combinator

Reshape provides an AI-driven operating system that automates microbiology data capture and analysis for research laboratories.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechHealthtechRoboticsCopenhagen, DK

CGCarl-Emil Grøn Fuglesang(Founder)MNMagnus Nyborg Madsen(Founder)inDSDaniel Storgaard(Founder)in

Co-investorsACACME CapitalFUFundersClubY Y CombinatorACACMER7R7 Partners

SignalRank is an investment vehicle that uses an algorithmic selection process to identify top-decile, venture-backed Series B companies and provides pro-rata follow-on financing through a network of existing investors.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureFintechPalo Alto, US

KTKeith Teare(Executive Officer, Director)inMatt Melkonian(Director)Kayvan Baroumand(Director)

BoardFaraj Aalaei(Director)

Co-investorsCACandou VenturesFAFarajaalaei Altera

Smallhold grows and distributes gourmet mushrooms through a network of local farms, positioning itself as a sustainable alternative to long-distance agricultural supply chains.

AgTechClimate TechFoodTechBrooklyn, US

ACAndrew Carter(Executive Officer)in

Co-investorsENEnergy Impact PartnersMIMisfit Venture PartnersSOSoundboard Venture FundTETechstarsALAlley Robotics VenturesALAlleyCorp+1 more

Source Workspace is a software platform that centralizes greenhouse data, workflows, and monitoring to help growers make better decisions and optimize operations.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingSaaS

RKRien Kamman(Founder)in

Co-investorsACAcre Venture PartnersTHThe E14 Fund

SpectacularCloud is a real-time analytics platform that transforms food testing data into actionable intelligence, offering instant insights, automated compliance tracking, and integration with existing laboratory and enterprise systems.

BiotechData & InfrastructureDeep TechFoodTechHardwareHealthtechSaaS

AMArthur Montazeri(CEO and Co-founder)inMFMichael Fang(Co-founder)in

Co-investorsNYNYA VenturesRERedstick VenturesXPXplorer CapitalPEPeakBridge VC

Standing Ovation is a French protein company that uses precision fermentation to produce non-animal proteins such as casein (its patented Advanced Casein) and Tertia Protein, a single-cell protein for animal nutrition.

BiotechClimate TechFoodTech

Co-investorsANAngelorBIBig Idea VenturesBPBpifrancePEPeakBridge VCSESeventure Partners

Switch Bioworks develops biology-based fertilizer as an alternative to conventional chemical fertilizers, using synthetic biology and microbial discovery.

AgTechBiotechClimate TechSan Carlos, US

TSTim Schnabel(Founder & CEO, Board Member)inGregory Knauf(Founding Scientist, Regulatory Manager)Kaitlyn Qin(Chief Financial Officer)inBBBrett Boghigian(Chief Business Officer (CBO))in

BoardKartick C. Kumar(Director)Douglas Cameron(Director)

Co-investorsACAcre Venture PartnersAGAg Ventures AllianceGRGrantham Foundation

The Gut Stuff offers gut health products and information aimed at making gut health affordable and accessible to consumers.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness

Lisa Macfarlane(Co-founder)inAMAlana Macfarlane(Co-founder)in

Tractor Junction is India's largest online marketplace for tractors and farm equipment, enabling farmers to buy, sell, and explore new and used agricultural machinery and tools in one platform.

AgTechE-commerceMarketplacesRetail Tech

Co-investorsRORockstartAGAgFunderINInfo EdgeINInfo Edge VenturesOMOmnivore

v2food makes plant-based meat alternatives sold through retail and food-service partners, and provides recipes for consumers cooking with its products.

ConsumerFoodTechSurry Hills

Gareth William Sprainger(Chief Financial Officer)Chris Shi Chai Liu(Director)Philip David Morle(Director)Michael John Buchanan(Director)John James Cowin(Director)

BoardHVHendrik Van Asbroeck(Director)in

Co-investorsMAMain Sequence Ventures

Providing plant health intelligence in real-time

Co-investorsAGAgri Investment FundPYPymwymic