The Venture Codex

Participated · Series B · Aug 2026

Computomics develops machine-learning models that combine genomic data with environmental information—such as temperature, rainfall, soil conditions—and field trial measurements to predict genotype performance in specific environments. Its commercial offerings include the ×SeedScore platform for large-scale breeding programmes as well as tools like CropCompass, BreedScope, Pantograph, MORPHEUS and MEGAN7 for climate-smart breeding, omics analysis and microbiome study. The company works with commercial breeders across field crops, forage crops, vegetables and specialty crops to identify varieties resilient to hotter, drier conditions and stable across environments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tübingen, Computomics aims to accelerate breeder decisions that would otherwise take years of field testing. The recent Series B financing is intended to support expansion of the platform into additional commercial breeding programmes.

Participated · Seed · Nov 2022

constellr operates a space-based platform that captures high-resolution thermal infrared data, adding a behavioural insight layer to traditional radar and optical imaging for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR). The company’s technology enables earlier detection and independent verification of activity in contested or deceptive environments, exemplified by recent monitoring of maritime movements near Russia’s Rybachiy nuclear submarine base. As the only proven operational provider of such data in the European Union, constellr supplies defence and security forces with the ability to uncover hidden operations, track non-cooperative assets and anticipate deployments. Funding is being directed toward expanding its satellite constellation to provide broader global coverage and to build next-generation platforms capable of sub-5-metre resolution. The firm also aims to ensure secure, sovereign control over intelligence for European and allied customers, elevating its system to full defence-grade performance. Including the latest raise, constellr has secured a total of €75 million in funding to date.

Led · Equity · Dec 2021

FruitSpec is a Tel Aviv, Israel–based company that provides a yield management platform for fruit supply chains. Its core product combines early‑season accurate fruit yield prediction technology with digital tools to give visibility to all production‑unit departments, from farmers through picking, packing and marketing. The platform's analytics enable customers to plan, manage and optimize operational, logistics and commercial decisions months before delivery. By improving data accuracy, visibility and analysis, FruitSpec aims to increase customer profitability. Led by CEO Raviv Kula, the company raised $5M to support expansion of sales and marketing in Chile, the US, South Africa and Spain and to introduce additional services. Investors include Amathaon Capital, Ocean Azul, Smart‑Agro, The Trendlines Group and Agriline. FruitSpec provides a solution to improve early-season fruit yield estimation using patented hyperspectral and computer vision algorithms to count fruit and estimate sizes. The company has demonstrated accuracy rates above 95% in recent commercial operations and field trials. Led by CEO Raviv Kula, FruitSpec is a portfolio company of The Trendlines Group Ltd. It intends to use new funding to expand and broaden its services to customers. The product targets growers and agribusinesses seeking more accurate early yield forecasts to inform planning and logistics.

Participated · Equity · Nov 2021

Lucent Bio develops sustainable agricultural inputs, centered on its Nutreos seed treatment, a biodegradable and micro-plastic-free seed coating intended to improve germination, vigour, and crop establishment. Led by CEO Michael Riedijk, the company is transitioning Nutreos from a lab concept to a field-ready product. Lucent Bio recently opened its Soileos micronutrient fertilizer plant in Rosetown, Saskatchewan. The company raised over $3.6M in funding to enhance Nutreos's formulation and effectiveness. A portion of the investment will be used to expand market presence and to ensure sourcing and manufacturing processes align with environmental sustainability standards. Lucent Bio intends to uphold eco-friendly practices across production to contribute to a cleaner agricultural industry. Lucent BioSciences is an AgTech company based in Vancouver, BC that has developed a patent-pending fertilizer using cellulose fiber as a nutrient delivery agent. The product is carbon neutral, non-polluting, and designed to improve crop yield and soil health. The company works with food processing companies to upcycle low-value cellulose fibers into high-value fertilizer and seed treatments, and collaborates with several large fertilizer companies to develop custom solutions from its technology. Lucent raised $4.2M in funding from Emmertech, Amathaon, SVG Ventures, WUTIF Capital, Vantec/eFund and Vancouver-based angel investors. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate development of sustainable fertilizers and seed treatments, expand manufacturing, bolster commercialization, and prepare a Series A round in 2022. Michael Riedijk serves as CEO.