RootCamp Batch 6: Startups Driving Sustainable Agriculture and Bioeconomy Solutions

RootCamp has kicked off its new batch with six startups. These startups use cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, microscopy, and cloud computing for precise analysis of soil and plant diseases, biochar and microorganisms to improve soil quality, and nanotechnology for decentralized and clean ammonia production. The participating startups come from the UK, Switzerland, Netherlands and Germany, selected from more than 300 applications across more than 70 countries. Over a 12-week program, the startups will benefit from tailored coaching, targeted mentoring, exclusive event formats, and RootCamp’s extensive network.

Goenomics I Göttingen, Germany

GOENOMICS has developed mendle®, a platform that provides easy and precise access to biological sequence information. Powered by a comprehensive database, the platform offers accurate genomic information on plants, animals, and fungi. With the mendle® technology, errors are minimized, enabling researchers and businesses in fields like biotechnology and breeding to use the results directly—without requiring expertise in bioinformatics. 

Veridi Technologies I The Hague, Netherlands

Veridi Technologies uses artificial intelligence, microscopy, and cloud computing to enhance soil and plant disease analysis. Their approach allows rapid and precise examination of soil organisms, such as nematodes (tiny soil-dwelling creatures), replacing traditional, time-consuming lab tests and saving farmers and researchers both time and costs.

Plantilizer I Hanover, Germany

Plantilizer develops nature-based solutions for agriculture to boost plant growth and increase yields. Their flagship product combines biochar and microorganisms to improve soil quality and reduce the use of mineral fertilizers. The products are entirely organic, locally produced, and help conserve resources by utilizing unused biomass.

VCG.AI I Stuttgart, Germany

VCG.AI offers the Value Chain Generator, a platform that helps companies transform organic byproducts and waste into valuable resources. Leveraging artificial intelligence and extensive databases, the platform identifies suitable waste materials and evaluates hundreds of conversion technologies and business models. The goal is to create profitable and sustainable circular solutions for industries such as agriculture, food, and forestry while reducing their carbon footprint.

Nium I London, UK

Nium applies nanotechnology for clean, decentralized ammonia production, aiming to replace the energy-intensive Haber-Bosch process, which generates approximately 450 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually. Using patented nanocatalyst technology, Nium enables efficient on-site ammonia production with significantly reduced CO₂ emissions.

Open Climate Solutions I Zug, Switzerland

Open Climate Solutions develops and implements nature-based climate protection measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote biodiversity. They focus on projects that combine regenerative aquaculture with agriculture to restore coastal ecosystems, improve soil quality, and create sustainable jobs. The organization adopts open-source principles, making knowledge and technologies freely accessible to accelerate the spread of effective climate protection solutions.

What´s next?

Save the date! Don’t miss the chance to discover these innovative startups. The acceleration program will culminate in our Demo Day on February 25, 2025, at RootCamp headquarters. Mark your calendar and connect with the global startup ecosystem! REGISTER HERE