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Founded in 2018, Lever VC is a venture capital firm based in the greater New York City area, managing an $80 million fund. The firm specializes in the food and agriculture sectors, focusing on companies that innovate in food production and promote sustainability. Lever VC's team is dedicated to supporting businesses that enhance quality, price, and functionality in their offerings.
Lever VC invests in seed, Series A, and Series B stages, targeting companies in food and AgTech. Investment categories include novel food ingredients, seed genetics, animal agriculture technology, plant-based foods, alternative proteins, and pet food. The firm seeks businesses that demonstrate significant improvements in sustainability and efficiency.
Notable portfolio companies include NuCicer, which produces non-GM chickpeas with 75% more protein; HerdDogg, a digital animal health company reducing mortality on farms; Birdman, a leader in plant-based proteins in Latin America; and Boston Bioprocess, a CDMO for novel food and industrial ingredients. Other investments include A Dozen Cousins, Avant, The Better Meat Co, Blackbird Foods, and Heura.
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Yes, Lever VC often leads investment rounds, particularly in seed and Series A stages, to help shape the direction of their portfolio companies.
Lever VC is open to follow-on investments, especially for companies that continue to demonstrate significant growth and alignment with their sustainability focus.
Lever VC is currently managing an $80 million fund, which they utilize to invest in promising food and AgTech startups.
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