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ZeaKal
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
ZeaKal

ZeaKal

ZeaKal, Inc.: A San Diego-based plant science company enhancing crop yield and oil content for diverse uses.

HQ
San Diego, CA, US
Founded
2010
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ZeaKal, Inc., founded in San Diego, California, is a plant science company dedicated to addressing global food security and climate change. Their core mission is to enhance crop yields and oil content through their proprietary HME (High Metabolic Efficiency) technology. This innovation aims to increase the productivity and nutritional value of crops, benefiting sectors such as food, feed, and biofuels. ZeaKal collaborates with leading agricultural companies to bring their transformative solutions to market.

Notable figures associated with ZeaKal include its board of directors and a team of experts in plant science and agriculture. The company has secured investments from prominent agricultural firms, bolstering its research and development efforts. Key achievements include successful field trials demonstrating significant yield improvements and increased oil content in crops. ZeaKal's impact extends to enhancing food security and contributing to sustainable agricultural practices, positioning it as a pivotal player in the agri-tech industry.

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ZeaKal - Quick Facts

Who are ZeaKal's competitors?

Companies similar to ZeaKal include Sound Agriculture, Targeted Growth, Yield10 Bioscience and ZestBio.

When was ZeaKal founded?

ZeaKal was founded in 2010.

Where is ZeaKal's headquarters located?

ZeaKal's headquarters is located in San Diego, CA, US.

When was ZeaKal's last funding round?

ZeaKal's most recent funding round was for $5M (USD) in September 2019.

How much has ZeaKal raised to-date?

As of Sep 10, 2019, ZeaKal has raised a total of $24.1M (USD).

How many employees does ZeaKal have?

ZeaKal has 12 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

ZeaKal - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Agriculture
  • Biotech
Geographic Exposure
  • Americas
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Crop Enhancement
Tags
  • AgTech
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325300Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325320Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2870Agricultural Chemicals
  • 2879Pesticides And Agricultural Chemicals, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
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SIC
  • 2890Miscellaneous Chemical Products
  • 2899Chemicals And Chemical Preparations, Not Elsewhere Classified