What is Taranis?
Taranis operates at the intersection of agriculture and technology, providing advisors, suppliers, and growers with high-resolution imagery and AI/ML capabilities to deliver unparalleled insights into crop health and yield. Established in 2015, the company leverages cutting-edge technology to enable more precise and strategic use of resources, thereby enhancing plant health, yield, stewardship, and sustainability. Taranis's approach allows for broader acreage coverage while maintaining surgical precision in actionable insights, positioning it as a key player in modernizing agricultural practices.
How much funding has Taranis raised?
Taranis has raised a total of $99.5M across 5 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$2M
Series A
$7.5M
Series B
$20M
Series C
$30M
Series D
$40M
Angel/Seed (2016): $2M with participation from OurCrowd and Eshbol Ventures
Series A (2017): $7.5M led by Vertex Ventures, OurCrowd, Mindset Ventures, Eshbol Investments, and Finistere Ventures
Series B (2018): $20M supported by Viola Group
Series C (2020): $30M featuring Gal Yarden, La Maison, UMC Capital, Mitsubishi Corporation, Kuok Group, Micron Ventures, Mindset Ventures, iAngels, Vertex Growth, and Hitachi Ventures
Series D (2022): $40M backed by Viola Ventures, Inven Capital, Seraphim Space Investment Trust, and Farglory Group
Key Investors in Taranis
Vertex Ventures
Vertex Ventures US is an early-stage venture capital firm that supports founders creating a smarter digital economy through B2B software. They focus on partnering with and investing in early-stage infrastructure and SaaS companies, leveraging their experience as former founders and operators.
OurCrowd
Founded in 2013, OurCrowd is a company that offers an investment platform built for accredited investors and institutions to invest in startups, early-stage companies, and venture funds. OurCrowd is located in Israel.
Mindset Ventures
Mindset Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage B2B startups in the United States and Israel, particularly in sectors such as Agriculture, Financial Services, Healthcare, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Software. The firm aims to support the growth of innovative companies by providing access to advisors and potential clients in the Latin American market.
What's next for Taranis?
The substantial enterprise-level funding Taranis has attracted indicates a strong trajectory for scaling its operations and further developing its AI and ML platforms. This capital infusion is expected to fuel expansion into new markets, enhance product development, and solidify its position as a leader in precision agriculture. The company's strategic investments signal a commitment to innovation and growth, aiming to address the increasing demands of contemporary farming with data-driven solutions.
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