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Rainstick keeps innovation moving with flexible R&D finance

Rainstick is scaling its groundbreaking agricultural biotechnology with confidence thanks to a flexible finance model that matches the pace of deep tech.
About Rainstick
Rainstick is a deep tech startup developing biotech solutions to help agriculture adapt to climate change and ensure sustainable food production.
Company size: 6-10 employees
Industry: Agritech / DeepTech
Location: Queensland, Australia
Before working with Advanced
Rainstick faced long development timelines and high capital requirements. Traditional fundraising and slow-moving finance options couldn’t keep pace with the business.
Why Rainstick looked for help
Rainstick was looking for:
- Ongoing flexible access to cashflow
- Speed and efficiency in securing funds
- A finance partner with a tailored, innovative approach
Flexible R&D finance from an Aussie business, here to help yours advance. Let’s go.
Rainstick’s decision-making criteria
Advanced stood out for:
- Flexible finance that suited Rainstick’s needs
- Fast setup and simple drawdowns
- A personalised approach and Australian finance base
After working with Advanced
Advanced’s R&D finance gives Rainstick reliable access to capital without unnecessary equity dilution or delays. The team can move faster on R&D, hire as needed and stay focused on scaling innovation.
In their words
“As we need to go harder and faster, and have more staff and pressures, R&D financing becomes more crucial. We enjoy working with Advanced. They’re straight to the point; very clear on what they can/can’t do; super efficient, super quick and really easy.”
- Darryl Lyons, Founder and Chief Rainmaker of Rainstick
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