BioLumic Limited
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BioLumic Limited - overview
Established
2013
Location
Palmerston North, -, New Zealand
Primary Industry
Agribusiness
About
Founded in 2013 and based in Palmerston North, New Zealand, BioLumic Limited operates as a developer of ultraviolet lighting treatments for seedlings. Dr Jason Wargent founded the firm. As of 2024, the company is headed by its CEO Steve Sibulkin. In April 2025, BioLumic Limited raised USD 8.
3 million in series B funding led by Ki Tua Fund, with participation from Azolla Ventures, iSelect Fund Management, Rabo Investments, AgriZeroNZ, MIG Nominee No 1 Limited, Icehouse Ventures, DYDX Capital, and OurCrowd, along with other unspecified investors. BioLumic's offerings include UV light treatments for seeds and seeling. It uses the biology of UV photomorphogenesis, which triggers biological events in seeds and seedlings this technology supports sustainable farming practices by reducing reliance on traditional chemical inputs. The company will use the April 2025 funding to accelerate the commercial growth of its xTraits category of seed traits.
Current Investors
Finistere Ventures, Rabo Investments, Radicle Growth
Primary Industry
Agribusiness
Sub Industries
Farm Support Services
Website
www.biolumic.com
Verticals
Agtech
Company Stage
Series B
Total Amount Raised
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BioLumic Limited - employee data
BioLumic Limited - key contacts
| Name | Position | Start Date | End Date | Vcard | Bio | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Director of Ogilvy Innovations and Operating Board Member | BM |
BM Board Member
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