The51 Ventures

The51 Ventures is a women-led venture capital firm based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, dedicated to investing in diverse founders who are transforming the food and agriculture sectors through innovative technology solutions. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, targeting pre-seed to Series B stages, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as agriculture biotechnology, automation, farm innovation, and food innovation. By supporting these areas, The51 Ventures aims to address pressing climate challenges and promote sustainable practices within the industry.

The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying exceptional entrepreneurs—referred to as 'outliers'—who are developing groundbreaking technologies to enhance productivity, improve resilience, and mitigate climate change impacts in the agricultural value chain. The51 Ventures seeks to empower these founders by providing capital, strategic guidance, and access to a network of industry experts and partners. This approach is designed to accelerate the growth of innovative solutions that can drive significant environmental and social impact.

Since its inception, The51 Ventures has successfully raised multiple funds, including the $51 million CAD Food and AgTech Fund, which closed in January 2025. This fund is the firm's first sector-specific fund, focusing on investing in women-led and diverse teams within the agriculture, food, and aquaculture technology sectors. The51 Ventures is committed to building a financial feminist economy by democratizing access to capital for women-led businesses and fostering mutual wealth and social impact through its investments.