Lewis & Clark AgriFood
Growth equitySt. Louis · Series A–Late Stage · 5 people tracked
Also known as LEWIS & CLARK EQUITY PARTNERS, LLC
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Investment thesis
Lewis & Clark AgriFood provides growth capital to market leaders improving how the world produces and consumes food. Acting as business builders, the firm leverages domain expertise and an industry partner network to support companies across four verticals: applied AI and discovery science across the agri-food value chain; food technology spanning functional ingredients, processing, and packaging; supply chain innovation including logistics, advanced materials, distribution, and digital traceability; and plant science and animal health covering feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, crop technologies, and biological inputs. Its team combines industry leaders, scientists, and founders with a track record of building transformative companies.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 15, 2026.
Team · 5 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 6 of 8 portfolio companiesNew Materials ×3Advanced Manufacturing ×2AgTech ×2AI & Machine Learning ×2Biotech ×2Cleantech ×2FoodTech ×2Circular Economy ×1
HQs:United States×7
Investments · 8 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2024 · 12021 · 22020 · 14 dated
AgroSpheres develops biodegradable encapsulation technology using biomolecules and plant extracts to create crop protection and plant health products for farmers, targeting specific pests while protecting pollinators.
AgTechBiotechCleantechCharlottesville, US
Ameer Hamza Shakeel(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Payam Pourtaheri(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inDavid Reese Blackwell III(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Yelda ?nal(Director)
BoardCarl M. Casale(Director)inRobert Fraley(Director)in
Co-investorsCavallo VenturesOspraie Ag ScienceZebra Impact Ventures
Arzeda designs proteins and metabolic pathways using computational tools, including its Archytas protein design software and Scylax metabolic pathway design software.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechFoodTechNew MaterialsSeattle, US
Alexandre Zanghellini(Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer)inEric Althoff(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inDavid BakerBill Baum(Director)inAndrew Ban(Executive Officer)Daniela Grabs(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsCirculate CapitalSofinnova PartnersSustainable Conversion VenturesContinental Grain CompanyFall Line CapitalOS Fund+1 more
Seattle, US
Virginia Emery(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)in
Co-investorsInnova Memphis, Inc.Cavallo Ventures
BinSentry makes machine-vision sensors that capture 3D images inside feed bins on farms and ingredient bins at mills, feeding real-time level and inventory data into web dashboards.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningIoTKitchener
Ben Allen(Executive Officer, Director)in
BoardJamie Weston(Director)Chuck Warta(Director)Dennis Organ(Director)Jonathan Goodkey(Director)inPaul Bell(Director)in
Co-investorsGarage CapitalLead Edge CapitalBDC Capital Corporation
Lingrove designs and manufactures Ekoa, a bio-based composite material made from flax and plant resins used as wall protection, wall coverings, ceilings, and millwork for hospitality, healthcare, and workplace interiors, as well as automotive interior applications.
CleantechConstruction TechNew MaterialsSan Rafael, US
Joseph Luttwak(Executive Officer, Director)in
BoardTalley Goodson(Director)Thomas Crow(Director)Stephen P. Welker(Director)
Co-investorsBoro CapitalCool Climate CollectiveDiamond Edge VenturesSoundboard Venture FundIndieBioSOSV
NFW (Natural Fiber Welding) develops plant-based, plastic-free materials including a leather alternative (MIRUM), engineered textiles (CLARUS), footwear outsoles (PLIANT), and biobased foam (TUNERA) for use by fashion, footwear, and consumer brands.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyClimate TechNew MaterialsPeoria, US
Luke Haverhals(Founder and Chemist)inLuke Haverhals, Ph.D.(Founder)Steve Zika(Co-Founder, CEO)inRob Salter(CFO)inRobert E. Turner(Director)Rob Goldman(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsCommunity Development Venture Capital AllianceEthos VCScrum VenturesAiiM PartnersAscendo VenturesBMW i Ventures+4 more
SinnovaTek develops aseptic and advanced thermal food processing technology and manufacturing equipment, and offers R&D, engineering, and precision-scale aseptic copacking services for food companies.
Advanced ManufacturingFoodTechHardwareRaleigh, US
Amanda Vargochik(Executive Officer, Director)inMichael Druga(Executive Officer, Director)JOSIP SIMUNOVIC(Director)
Co-investorsWolfpack Investor Network
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesBinSentry · agfundernews.com · Dec 18, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Lewis & Clark AgriFood made?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood has 8 tracked investments.
- What stage does Lewis & Clark AgriFood invest at?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood invests at the Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What is Lewis & Clark AgriFood's typical check size?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood typically writes checks of $2M – $10M.
- What sectors does Lewis & Clark AgriFood focus on?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Climate Tech, FoodTech, Logistics & Supply Chain, New Materials.
- Where is Lewis & Clark AgriFood located?
- Lewis & Clark AgriFood is headquartered in St. Louis, US.
- Does Lewis & Clark AgriFood lead rounds?
- Yes, Lewis & Clark AgriFood leads investment rounds.
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