Rhizera Biosolutions develops microbial solutions that help crops thrive under salinity and drought stress bringing the science of the root zone to the field to help secure the global food supply.
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Rhizera Biosolutions is an agricultural biotechnology company based in Calgary, Alberta. We are developing novel microbial inoculants targeting the root zone the critical interface between plant and soil where biological solutions can make the greatest impact.
Our mission is to help crops withstand the growing threats of soil salinity and drought two of the most destructive forces limiting agricultural productivity worldwide. By harnessing beneficial bacteria that thrive where it matters most, we are building tools to help feed a more resilient world.
Rhizera's platform is built on a proprietary two-strain bacterial consortium Kushneria marisflavi A3 and Kushneria sp. B5 selected for their exceptional tolerance to salinity stress and their ability to promote plant resilience at the root interface.
Our bacterial strains are optimised to colonise the root surface and surrounding soil establishing stable populations that persist through the crop growth cycle under saline and drought conditions.
Elevated soil salinity is one of agriculture's fastest-growing challenges. Our consortium is specifically selected from saline environments, making it uniquely adapted to support plant growth where conventional approaches fall short.
Water scarcity is redefining what it means to farm productively. Rhizera's microbial solutions work at the plant-soil interface to support physiological resilience during periods of water stress without genetic modification.
Amir brings a background in biotechnology engineering and a deep focus on translating microbial science into field-ready agricultural solutions. He leads Rhizera's research strategy, partnerships, and commercialisation roadmap.
Jim is a founding partner at Carrot Ventures and Vice President at Verdex Capital, with extensive experience investing in and building early-stage agricultural and clean technology companies across North America.
Collin is the Chief Executive Officer of Verdex Capital, a venture capital firm focused on sustainable agriculture and food systems. He brings strategic capital markets expertise and a strong network in the AgTech investment community.
Whether you are an investor, agronomist, research partner, or grower we welcome conversations about what Rhizera's technology can do for you and for agriculture.