Iyris raises $16M in Series A funding led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF) to provide agricultural solutions for climate-impacted farming
Iyris raises $16M in Series A funding led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF) to provide agricultural solutions for climate-impacted farming
05/30/24, 8:27 AM
Location
Money raised
$16 million
Industry
farming
agriculture and farming
manufacturing
Round Type
series a
Investors
Bonaventure Capital, Globivest, Kanoo Ventures, Dubai Future District Fund (Dfdf), Wa’ed, Global Ventures, Ecosystem Integrity Fund (Eif)
Iyris, an agritech company, announced a $16 million Series A funding round led by San Francisco-based climate and sustainability fund Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF). The funding will enable Iyris to continue scaling its business and providing agricultural solutions to help farmers increase crop yields in the face of climate change and rising temperatures.
Company Info
Location
al ain, abu dhabi, united arab emirates
Additional Info
At iyris, our mission is clear: to feed the world sustainably through the power of technology. Continuing the story started by our esteemed co-founders, Professor Derya Baran, Dr. Ryan Lefers, and Professor Mark Tester, we are dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions that address global food security challenges while minimizing environmental impact.
Under the iyris umbrella, sits our SecondSky brand, a range of transparent near infra-red radiation peak heat-blocking greenhouse covers embedded with the innovative, patented near infrared radiation blocking nanocomposite developed by iyris.
Additionally, iyris Labs our innovation engine, serves as the heart of our research and development efforts. Here, we push the boundaries of agricultural technology, exploring new ideas and refining existing ones to ensure we remain at the forefront of sustainable agriculture.
Through our integrated approach and unwavering commitment, iyris is leading the charge towards a more sustainable and food-secure future for all.