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1st Course Capital
Redwood City, United States
1st Course Capital is an early‑stage venture firm focused on seed and Series A investments that transform the food system. It backs entrepreneurs developing innovative business models and technologies that improve human...
Portfolio
18+
Employees
N/A
Founded
2019
AUM
N/A
Investment focus
Stages
Seed → Series A
Industries
Agriculture Technology
Geographic scope
Global
Fund details
Funds
1st Course Capital Fund 1
Vintage 2019
Sources
1st Course Capital
1st Course Capital is an early‑stage venture firm focused on seed and Series A investments that transform the food system. It backs entrepreneurs developing innovative business models and technologies that improve human health, environmental sustainability, and the resilience of food production and distribution. The firm seeks scalable, capital‑efficient solutions that address resource depletion and the health impacts of industrial food systems.
Portfolio
18+
Employees
N/A
Founded
2019
AUM
N/A
Funds
1st Course Capital Fund 1 · Vintage 2019
Stages
Seed → Series A
Industries
Agriculture Technology
Geographic scope
Global
Sources
Showing 10 of 10 matched portfolio companies
AgriDigital provides a digital platform that enables farmers to manage grain transactions from production to payment, ensuring transparency and security throughout the supply chain. By connecting farmers, site operators, traders, and brokers, the platform streamlines grain inventory management and financial transactions, reducing inefficiencies in agricultural logistics.
Funding: $22.7M
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Funding: $22.7M
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Attane Health provides personalized grocery delivery and telehealth coaching to individuals managing chronic health conditions, utilizing data analytics to tailor nutritional support and track health outcomes. By partnering with healthcare providers and payers, the company aims to reduce healthcare costs and improve patient engagement through targeted dietary interventions.
Funding: $3.5M
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Funding: $3.5M
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Bobbie provides organic baby formula through a subscription service, utilizing a simple recipe that meets both European and US organic standards without fillers or corn syrup. This approach addresses the need for high-quality, easily digestible nutrition for infants, ensuring consistent delivery and support for parents.
Funding: $131.8M
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Funding: $131.8M
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Chiyo offers personalized nutrition programs for women at key reproductive life stages—fertility, prenatal, postpartum, and hormone balance—by matching users to a plan through a six‑question quiz reviewed by registered dietitians. Each program provides daily nutrient‑dense meals, snack packs, and optional broth and tonic kits delivered at a per‑day price, with add‑ons for family meals and supplements. The service also includes digital gift cards and curated “off‑duty” experiences to support community and gifting.
Funding: $3.0M
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Funding: $3.0M
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Dispatch Goods offers a circular packaging service for direct‑to‑consumer meal, grocery, and on‑site food service brands, providing reusable containers that are delivered, collected, sanitized, and redeployed at price parity with single‑use or compostable options. The end‑to‑end solution includes custom‑branded, leak‑free containers, a centralized cleaning process, and an online dashboard that tracks return rates and sustainability metrics, helping brands reduce waste, lower costs, and boost customer engagement.
Funding: $5.8M
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Funding: $5.8M
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Ellement provides personalized prenatal vitamin subscriptions tailored to each stage of pregnancy. Their formulas are customized based on individual needs to support both the mother and the baby throughout the entire pregnancy.
Provides a fully automated hydroponic indoor farming system that uses smart sensors, machine learning, and custom nutrient dosing to optimize plant growth. Enables users to grow up to 36 varieties of leafy greens and herbs year-round, reducing reliance on store-bought produce and minimizing plastic waste while delivering fresher, safer, and more nutritious ingredients.
Funding: $22.6M
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Funding: $22.6M
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GlacierGrid provides AI-powered energy management solutions focused on optimizing HVAC and refrigeration systems for commercial facilities. The platform delivers actionable insights and automated controls to reduce energy costs and operational expenses across industries like restaurants and retail. By unifying energy and asset management data, the company helps clients achieve measurable efficiency gains and sustainability targets.
Provides human-grade, flash-frozen raw dog food formulated to meet AAFCO standards and support seven essential health benefits, including improved digestion, joint mobility, and skin condition. Simplifies raw feeding by eliminating preparation and storage challenges, offering a convenient subscription model with customizable nutrition, supplements, and toppers delivered directly to pet owners.
Funding: $10.0M
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Funding: $10.0M
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PATH Water provides ultra‑purified still, alkaline, and sparkling water in BPA‑free, 100% aluminum bottles that are infinitely recyclable and built for endless refilling. The durable, lightweight bottles replace single‑use plastic, offering a safe, reusable hydration solution for environmentally conscious consumers, fitness enthusiasts, and travelers.
Funding: $57.0M
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Funding: $57.0M
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