Radicle Ventures

Radicle Growth operates as a specialized venture capital firm and innovation platform, dedicated to discovering, funding, and scaling early-stage companies within the global agriculture and food technology sectors. Its core offering involves a comprehensive ecosystem that combines equity investment with strategic guidance, leveraging a proprietary discovery engine and a network of corporate partnerships to foster growth and market access for its portfolio companies. This methodical approach supports technological advancements designed to enhance various aspects of the food system.

The firm was founded by industry veterans, with Kirk Haney serving as Managing Partner. Alongside a team that includes Neal Gutterson as Partner and CTO and Kathy Shelton as Venture Partner, the leadership brings a collective pedigree of successful entrepreneurial exits and prior C-level executive roles. Their foundational insight recognized the need for a dedicated platform that not only provides capital but also deep operational expertise and crucial market connections to nascent ag and food tech ventures.

Radicle Growth primarily serves entrepreneurs and startups developing solutions across the ag and food tech landscape. The firm’s vision is centered on transforming the global food system by empowering innovators with the resources and strategic support required to bring impactful technologies to fruition. It aims to cultivate a future where sustainable and efficient practices are central to food production and distribution.