# Quercus Biosolutions

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/quercus-biosolutions

- Industry: Agribusiness
- Headquarters: St. Louis, US
- Website: www.quercusbio.com
- Total disclosed funding: $5M
- Latest round: Seed (Jul 29, 2026)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

Quercus Biosolutions, Inc., based in the US, develops innovative crop protection solutions utilizing generative AI technology, focusing on biology-based products that support sustainable agricultural practices.Founded in 2024 and headquartered in St. Louis, US, Quercus Biosolutions, Inc. creates biology-based crop protection solutions. The company completed its first deal in July 2026, raising USD 5 mn in Seed funding led by Serra Ventures. Notable investors in this round included Starshot Capital, Grantham Foundation, and Iowa Corn Opportunities.  The company was co-founded by Jonathan Lightner (CEO) and Matt Crisp. The company is not known to have any subsidiaries or parent companies. Quercus Biosolutions specializes in innovative crop protection solutions powered by generative AI (genAI). Their product range includes biology-based solutions designed to enhance agricultural productivity while addressing ecological concerns. The target clientele encompasses agricultural producers and farmers across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, where there is a growing demand for sustainable farming practices.Operating on a business-to-business (B2B) model, Quercus Biosolutions generates revenue through direct sales of biotechnology solutions to agricultural producers and distributors. Their products are competitively priced and are available through partnerships with agricultural retailers and wholesalers, fostering long-term relationships with clients.In July 2026, Quercus Biosolutions, Inc. raised USD 5 mn in Seed funding to enhance product development. The funding will support the development of new crop protection solutions leveraging their existing generative AI capabilities. The company plans to expand into new geographical markets, focusing on regions with increasing agricultural needs. Specific timelines for market entry are not disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jul 29, 2026, $5M — Grantham Foundation, Serra Ventures, Ag Ventures Alliance, Flyover Capital, Iowa Corn Opportunities, Ag Startup Engine, Starshot Capital, Kentucky Corn Plus, Rootstock Capital, AgriCap Fund

## Investors

- Grantham Foundation — Seed
- Serra Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/serra-ventures) — Seed
- Ag Ventures Alliance (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ag-ventures-alliance) — Seed
- Flyover Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/flyover-capital) — Seed
- Iowa Corn Opportunities (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/iowa-corn-opportunities) — Seed
- Ag Startup Engine (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ag-startup-engine) — Seed
- Starshot Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/starshot-capital) — Seed
- Kentucky Corn Plus — Seed
- Rootstock Capital — Seed
- AgriCap Fund — Seed