Iowa Corn Opportunities
Overview
Iowa Corn Opportunities, LLC (ICO) was created with the belief that farmers and rural communities gain increasing benefits and profits from investing in value-added agriculture opportunities and creating and protecting demand for corn and corn products. ICO's investments are diversified to include new startup companies, growth companies, venture capital funds and private equity funds. ICO is managed by a seven-member board made up of farmers, industry experts and Iowa Corn leadership .
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tractor Zoom | Dec 2020 | Series A | Lead |
| Quercus Biosolutions | Jul 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Iowa Corn Opportunities based?
Iowa Corn Opportunities is headquartered in Johnston, Iowa, United States.
When was Iowa Corn Opportunities founded?
Iowa Corn Opportunities was founded in 2008.
How many portfolio companies does Iowa Corn Opportunities have?
Iowa Corn Opportunities has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Iowa Corn Opportunities's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Tractor Zoom, Quercus Biosolutions.
What was Iowa Corn Opportunities's most recent investment shown here?
Iowa Corn Opportunities's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Quercus Biosolutions in 2026.
What sectors does Iowa Corn Opportunities focus on?
Iowa Corn Opportunities focuses on Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure.
What company stages does Iowa Corn Opportunities focus on?
Iowa Corn Opportunities typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Iowa Corn Opportunities's AUM?
Iowa Corn Opportunities's assets under management are estimated between $0.0 and $50.0M.