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Grains Research and Development Corporation

Grains Research and Development Corporation

Canberra, Australian Capital Territorygrdc.com.au

Overview

Grains Research and Development Corporation is an Australian statutory corporation that invests in research, development, and extension (RD&E) to create enduring profitability for Australian grain growers.

Year Founded

1990

Portfolio Companies

6

Investments

Grains Research and Development Corporation investments
CompanyDateStageLead
InterGrainOct 2007Corporate FundingCo-investor
BioScout-GrantCo-investor
PlasmaLeap TechnologiesMar 2026Series ACo-investor
WHOLEGREENApr 2023SeedCo-investor
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Key People

Keely Harris-Adams

Principal Economist

Matt Ough

Strategy And Portfolio Manager

Camilla B. Hill

Investment Manager In Genetic Technologies

Courtney Peirce

Investment Manager

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Sector & Stage Mix

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Investment Activity

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2026

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FAQ

Where is Grains Research and Development Corporation based?

Grains Research and Development Corporation is headquartered in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

When was Grains Research and Development Corporation founded?

Grains Research and Development Corporation was founded in 1990.

How many portfolio companies does Grains Research and Development Corporation have?

Grains Research and Development Corporation has 6 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in Grains Research and Development Corporation's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include InterGrain, BioScout, PlasmaLeap Technologies, WHOLEGREEN.

What was Grains Research and Development Corporation's most recent investment shown here?

Grains Research and Development Corporation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in PlasmaLeap Technologies in 2026.

What sectors does Grains Research and Development Corporation focus on?

Grains Research and Development Corporation focuses on Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability.

What company stages does Grains Research and Development Corporation focus on?

Grains Research and Development Corporation typically invests at the Early stage.

What is Grains Research and Development Corporation's AUM?

Grains Research and Development Corporation's assets under management are estimated between $497.1M and $667.6M.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersCanberra, Australian Capital Territory
Year Founded1990

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