THRIVE Academy Cohort
Siegler
Mahdavi
BioOilSolv is a cleantech startup that converts agricultural and forestry biomass into carbon-negative chemicals and solvents. Their patent-pending thermocatalytic process produces efficient solvents for bitumen recovery, fuel additives, and other applications. The process also generates biochar, beneficial for soil and carbon credits. BioOilSolv provides sustainable alternatives to petrochemical processes, leading the way in the energy and chemical industries’ shift towards a greener future.
BloomIQ Technologies will lead the digitization of fresh produce, a transformational solution for the industry. By centralizing critical global information, layering in industry intelligence that moves markets, and building a predictive artificial intelligence neural network, BloomIQ will change how the fresh produce industry works. There is nothing like it! The Bloomberg terminal for fresh produce.
Developing data-driven, economically viable biochar solutions. EraGrow’s technology transforms organic waste into customized biochar that reduces fertilizer and irrigation costs for farmers. Through extensive research and data accumulation, they ensure their biochar is optimized for diverse soil conditions, helping farmers enhance soil health and achieve long-term cost savings.
Imagine a world where our crops are protected from devastating diseases without harming our environment or health. At Greenleaf, they are making this a reality by developing next-generation biopesticides that are both eco-friendly and highly effective.
Hedge Structures Inc. is revolutionizing the greenhouse and building sectors with its groundbreaking, high-insulative panels designed to reduce energy consumption by up to 90%. With a focus on sustainable agriculture and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, Hedge Structures empowers commercial growers and other industries to embrace energy-efficient solutions. Adaptable to diverse climates and structures, Hedge Structures Inc. is driving innovation and shaping a greener, more sustainable future for Canada and beyond.
INKA-BIOTECH focuses on sustainable agriculture, converting industrial waste into high-quality biostimulants and biological products. Their approach boosts productivity in organic and conventional farming by blending these with synthetic fertilizers. They also advance ESG strategies, improving farmer profits while protecting the environment and stakeholder interests.
Munitora offers a business intelligence software solution for cattle farmers, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods with a comprehensive digital platform through a lean approach. Leveraging RFID technology and specialized hardware, it streamlines traceability, vaccination records, KPI tracking and financial management, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making through AI-driven analytics and user-friendly tools.
My Backyard Farm (MBF) is an agriculture tech startup that operates a closed environment agriculture system managed through AI-driven, cloud-based IoT software. MBF addresses fresh produce supply chain challenges by increasing local production, reducing import dependency, minimizing energy and carbon footprints, and promoting urban agriculture. Through advanced technology, MBF encourages a farm-to-fork culture and healthier lifestyles.
MyHayFarm connects buyers and sellers of hay, as well as providing quality control, delivery and labor support, price transparency, and payment management.
They believe that the platform will bring much needed innovation to the hay distribution industry, making it easier for farmers and livestock owners to source their hay supply while providing them with more profits, price stability and eliminate the growing number of scams from the industry.
Nunatak develops innovative solutions using microorganisms from extreme environments to help winter crops adapt to harsh conditions, boosting yields sustainably.
Oaken supports businesses such as financial planners, estate planners, life insurance companies, banks, universities, and succession planners in the agriculture sector in helping their clients take the first step toward managing their legacy.
PathoScan provides farmers with a portable, in-field device to quickly detect crop diseases, eliminating long wait times and reducing costs associated with traditional lab testing. This technology empowers farmers to make swift, informed decisions to protect their crops and optimize yields.
TellTail improves profitability for livestock producers with AI infused software that boosts efficiency, fosters sustainability, and enhances animal welfare.
YieldWize addresses the challenge of yield prediction in the greenhouse industry. Our innovative system integrates computer vision and sensor-based technology to monitor both external plant characteristics and internal attributes. By leveraging machine learning, YieldWize analyzes intricate growth patterns and climate data to deliver precise, data-driven crop forecasts.
Through a novel designer protein platform, Zavia Bio mimics how natural plant molecules react to biotic and abiotic threats, to develop high-performance, cost-efficient, and chemical-free biological solutions to address the main agricultural challenges.