Soil is the foundation of global agriculture, biodiversity, and climate resilience—yet it's under significant threat. Globally, 33% of soils are degraded, and we lose an estimated 24 billion tons of fertile soil each year due to erosion, salinization, and compaction. This crisis reduces crop yields by up to 50% and directly affects more than 3.2 billion people globally.
Solena Ag is a soil technology company using cutting-edge AI to revolutionize how we manage soil health across the globe. Its platform, Prometheus, analyzes soil microbiomes to deliver actionable insights that help farmers optimize yields, reduce input costs, and enhance sustainability. By partnering with farmers, food companies, and input providers, Solena is building a data-driven foundation for the future of regenerative agriculture.
At Branch Venture Group, we’re proud to support Solena Ag as they scale their platform, grow their team, and expand data collection efforts to better serve a growing base of recurring customers. Here are three key reasons why we see Solena Ag as a promising investment opportunity.
Innovative and scalable technology: Solena’s Prometheus platform employs an asset-light, pay-per-use SaaS model, which leverages third-party labs to generate raw data from customer samples that will then be uploaded to the platform, reducing adoption barriers and enabling scalability. By integrating soil data from 500,000 acres across eight countries and providing actionable prescriptions within 72 hours, Solena Ag stands out with its fast turnaround times and comprehensive genomic database. Solena Ag’s model removes cost barriers for farmers by offering its services free of charge, while generating revenue from corporate partners—such as input providers—who derive strategic value from farm-level data. This approach drives rapid adoption, increases sample collection at scale, and continuously enhances the platform’s genomic database, further reinforcing Solena’s data advantage and market differentiation.
Exceptional team and partnerships: Led by a highly experienced team, including CEO Irving Rivera and an advisory board featuring industry veterans from Monsanto and Moderna, Solena combines deep expertise in microbiomes and AI. Strategic partnerships with global leaders like AWS and Illumina ensure scalability, innovation, and cost-efficiency. Additionally, participation in initiatives like Apple’s Impact Accelerator positions Solena to build relationships with future vendors and uncover new revenue opportunities through mission-aligned partnerships..
Strong traction with market leaders: Solena Ag’s has partnerships with large multinational food corporations and input ag chemical companies, which has validated its approach and market fit. For input providers, Prometheus reduces product trial time from months to just 72 hours, unlocking a 20–30x ROI on commercial products. For food companies, it cuts sustainability tracking costs and enhances transparency. Farmers using Prometheus benefit from measurable outcomes, such as a 30% reduction in pesticide use on an Idaho potato farm.
We’re thrilled to support Solena Ag’s next phase of growth as they expand their team and further develop their offerings. For more information about the company, visit their website Solena Ag and learn more about their innovation. If you’re interested in learning more about Branch Venture Group, please reference our Investor page and reach out to info@branchventuregroup.com.
Sources:
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/evaluate-land-halt-annual-loss-24-billion-tonnes-fertile-soil-expert?utm
https://www.fao.org/about/meetings/soil-erosion-symposium/key-messages/en/?utm
https://www.unep.org/gef/focal-areas/land-degradation?utm