Rootility develops root-focused, GMO-free plant breeding methods that aim to increase crop yields and overall agronomic performance. Its approach combines simulation and empirical work with breeding techniques to cross and screen crops at large scale and high speeds. The company has applied its technology across a number of crops in different regions globally. Led by founder and CEO Rafael Meissner, Rootility focuses on rootstock breeding solutions. The company recently raised $10m in a Series C financing and plans to use the funds to expand sales and further develop its rootstock breeding offerings for a wider variety of crops. The financing supports the company’s near-term commercial expansion and product development plans.

Total raised

$10M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series C

Latest activity

May 2018