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Reducing pesticides by communicating with nature
PheroSyn, a spin-out from Rothamsted Research, is pioneering a greener future for agriculture through innovative pheromone technology. At the heart of its mission lies a commitment to reducing pesticide use, mitigating climate change, and enabling farmers to adopt sustainable, integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Led by CEO Dr. Mary Ellis, PheroSyn is crafting complex, nature-identical pheromones that help farmers precisely target pests and reduce crop losses, lowering environmental impact and boosting yields. Early trials have demonstrated remarkable success, with yield losses dropping from 30% to just 3%.
Closing the Circle for Waste
Achieving the UK’s net-zero targets requires embracing a circular economy. At Blenheim Palace, Tumblebug is leading the charge by transforming organic waste into valuable resources, showcasing innovative solutions for waste recovery and soil regeneration. Founded by Sylvie Verinder, Tumblebug turns overlooked waste into assets, proving that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.
Turning Livestock Waste into Renewable Energy with Micro-AD Innovation
EcoNomad is revolutionizing small-scale farming with its innovative BioNomad micro-digesters. Designed for smaller farms, this game-changing technology transforms livestock waste into biogas and organic fertiliser, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while promoting sustainable farming. With support from the SHAKE Climate Change accelerator and major grants, the company is preparing for a commercial rollout that could reshape agriculture’s role in combating climate change.
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Revolutionizing Crop Yields with Precision Biostimulants for a Sustainable Future
SugaROx is transforming agriculture with its precision biostimulants, designed to boost crop yields sustainably without relying on synthetic fertilizers. Backed by 25 years of research into the sugar T6P, their patented technology enhances carbon allocation in plants, delivering yield increases of up to 22%. Read about their ground-breaking journey, overcoming challenges in regulation, funding, and adoption to bring its innovative solution to market—helping farmers meet food demand while reducing agriculture's carbon footprint.
Ordering a Mycelium Steak Soon to be be a Gourmet Experience
Founded by passionate foodie, environmentalist, and animal lover Pierre Dupuis, Adamo Foods is on a mission to create healthier, realistic whole-cut meat alternatives using fungal fermentation. With a patented process, they’re redefining alternative proteins—natural, minimally processed, and environmentally sustainable.
Pea-Powered Cheese
Did you know that plant-based cheese can be healthy, tasty, and sustainable? The Good Pulse Company is proving it with their innovative PeaPower Cheese Mix, which has 10x more protein and 30% less fat than conventional vegan cheeses! ?? Learn more about their inspiring journey, the challenges they’ve overcome, and how they're transforming the future of food through the SHAKE Climate Change accelerator.
Finalist - Accelerator Of The Year
SHAKE is not your typical accelerator or fund; it's more like a family, fostering collective potential to achieve remarkable outcomes. With a bold vision to ‘Make Agriculture Part of the Solution’ and with a belief in entrepreneurship as a force to solve the world’s biggest problems, SHAKE brings together a consortium of partners with the best in science expertise and entrepreneur support to create a value-added growth and investment programme for agri-tech start-up businesses that deliver a clear positive impact.
Shortlisted - Charity Collaboration of the Year
SHAKE is unique in the UK - not only as the sole research-led seed investment programme for Agritech start-ups with a positive impact on climate change but also due to the collaboration of its many partners and contributors.
Shake Climate Change Announces Its First Investments
Three agri-tech start-ups will each get £140k - but the expert mentoring will be priceless
£3.5 million climate change fund to shake agri-food sector
The SHAKE Climate Change programme is specifically designed to attract entrepreneurs who have developed early stage science or tech-based ideas.
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