Groundwork BioAg

Mycorrhizal inoculants for commercial agriculture

Thesis

Demand for biological crop solutions is increasing as fertiliser prices rise and consumers push for more sustainable agricultural practices. Climate change is intensifying droughts and yield volatility, and growing global food needs are putting pressure on farmers to produce more with fewer inputs. GroundWork meets these challenges with mycorrhizal based biofertilisers that boost nutrient uptake, improve resilience in harsh conditions, and reduce reliance on synthetic fertilisers.

Investment

GroundWork develops Rootella, a high concentration mycorrhizal inoculant that forms a symbiotic relationship with plant roots, improves nutrient absorption, increases yields and reduces fertiliser use. The company has built a proprietary production process that enables lower cost and higher quality than competing biologicals, and it serves growers through distributors in the US, Brazil, India, Canada, and Europe. GroundWork also enhances crop performance with helper bacteria and supports permanent carbon sequestration.

Outcomes

By improving yields, restoring soil health, reducing fertiliser runoff, and enabling permanent soil carbon storage, GroundWork supports more sustainable and climate resilient agriculture. The technology helps farmers produce more food with fewer inputs while contributing to long term soil regeneration and lower environmental impact.