Ventures-in-Residence
Our Portfolio
The Studio's Ventures-in-Residence program provides extended support for ventures selected from our Drought Resilience Lab program.
Our Ventures-in-Residence are ready to connect with customers, partners and funders.
VensoGrow uses a unique coating process to treat seeds, feed, and fertilisers so they perform better in tough conditions. Each coating layer is engineered to boost germination, retain moisture, and protect against early stress and drought.
Location
VIC
What’s Next?
Looking for investors
Founder
Caecilia Potter
Aquifa offers a cloud-based platform that streamlines water trading for brokers and regulators, automating documentation, compliance checks, and trade management.
Location
VIC
What’s Next?
Looking for investors
Founder
Nick Johnston
Cavicam is a precision optical system that monitors the water use of plants. The sensor monitors real-time changes in plant stems and detects water stress. during drought conditions.
Location
TAS
What’s Next?
Looking for investors
Co-founders
Juno Wilson & Dr. Chris Lucani
AgX Farm helps Australian farmers monitor livestock and track cattle movements, allowing them to remotely manage their access to pasture to improve land management and productivity.
Location
NSW
What’s Next?
Looking for investors
Co-founders
Callum Taylor & Samuel Aubin
SwabTec improves sheep health management through a saliva-based test that provides a faster, more affordable alternative to traditional worm egg counts.
Location
VIC
What’s Next?
Looking for investors
Founder
Dr. Sarah Preston
EcoPeroxy, offers a peroxide-based treatment that boosts oxygen in the root zone while keeping irrigation lines clear. Applied through existing water systems, it avoids harmful chemicals while improving soil oxygenation.
Location
NSW
What’s Next?
Looking for trials
Founder
Dr. Ding Zhang
ResonAg uses MRI technology to measure surface soil moisture in real time during seeding, allowing farmers to adjust seeder depth to match conditions for ideal germination.
Location
WA
What’s Next?
Looking for trials
Founder
Rebecca Hopper