Harpenden, United Kingdom
Plant Impact - Croda Agriculture, a pioneering company in the Agriculture and Biotechnology sectors, leverages cutting-edge chemical biostimulants to bolster plant resilience against environmental stressors like heat, salinity, and drought. Founded in 2006, the company now operates as a part of Croda International Plc, a leader in sustainable, high-performance speciality chemicals.
Utilizing its expertise at the Rothamsted Centre for Research and Enterprise (RoCRE) in the United Kingdom, Plant Impact develops foliar sprays and seed treatments to manage plants’ natural responses to various stress conditions. These innovations position the company at the forefront of the agriculture biotechnology market.
In terms of financial backing, Plant Impact received a significant post-IPO equity investment of $5.10M in August 2017, with contributions from Enterprise Ventures, Livingbridge, and Polar Capital, underscoring investor confidence in its growth and technological edge. As it transitions to Croda Agriculture, the company continues to promise substantial advancements and sustainable solutions for global agricultural challenges.
