SenesTech
SenesTech is an agricultural biotech company that develops and sells non-lethal rodent fertility control products (Evolve soft bait, ContraPest liquid) under EPA/FIFRA classification, serving residential, agricultural, commercial, and municipal customers through DTC e-commerce, Amazon, retail, and B2B channels in the US and select international markets.
- Company typePublic
- Founded2004
- HeadquartersFlagstaff, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What SenesTech does
SenesTech, Inc. is a Flagstaff/Surprise, Arizona-based agricultural biotechnology company founded in 2004 that develops and commercializes non-lethal rodent fertility control products. Its core technology uses cottonseed oil as an active ingredient in highly palatable soft bait formulations (Evolve) and liquid bait systems (ContraPest) that restrict reproduction in both male and female rats and mice. Evolve is classified under FIFRA Section 25(b) as a minimum-risk pesticide, reducing regulatory burden versus conventional rodenticides, and ContraPest is federally registered with the EPA.
SenesTech sells its products across four primary customer segments: residential consumers, agricultural operations (farms protecting irrigation infrastructure and stored grain), commercial businesses (restaurants, warehouses, hospitality), and municipal/government agencies. Distribution channels include direct-to-consumer via the company's Shopify website, direct Amazon storefront (transitioned in February 2026 from third-party management), Lowes.com (since November 2025), direct B2B sales with consultative site evaluation services, and exclusive international distribution partners in Bermuda, Belize, and New Zealand targeting environmentally sensitive island markets with regulatory restrictions on traditional rodenticides.
The business model combines unit-priced retail SKUs ($34.99-$129.99 per package tier) with quote-based commercial/municipal contracts and a growing recurring subscription component. FY2025 revenue was approximately $2.2 million with a 68.6% record gross margin in Q1 2026, but the company remains unprofitable with a $6.4 million net loss in 2025, funded to date through repeated dilutive public offerings and warrant exercises facilitated by H.C. Wainwright totaling roughly $14 million across 2023-2025. Notable design wins include municipal adoption in Chicago, Baltimore, New York, and Swampscott, MA, and an international regulatory approval pipeline supporting environmentally driven market entry.
SenesTech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SenesTech
- Legal name
- SenesTech, Inc.
- Website
- https://senestech.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 2004
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- SenesTech is an agricultural biotech company that develops and sells non-lethal rodent fertility control products (Evolve soft bait, ContraPest liquid) under EPA/FIFRA classification, serving residential, agricultural, commercial, and municipal customers through DTC e-commerce, Amazon, retail, and B2B channels in the US and select international markets.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SenesTech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Rodent Fertility Control Products
- NAICS
- Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (32532), Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (325320)
- SIC
- Agricultural Chemicals (2870)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Rodent Control Products (Baits, Traps, Stations) (CRAJAHAF)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Eco-Friendly Rodent Control (Non-Toxic Baits, Traps & Exclusion) (HSAMALAD), Natural/Green Pest Control Products (CRAJAHAK), Insect & Pest Control (Indoor/Outdoor Insecticides, Repellents, Traps) (CRADAKAJ), Rodenticides (AFABAAAD)
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Where SenesTech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Flagstaff
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
SenesTech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- E-commerce / Direct-to-Consumer: Direct product sales to consumers through company e-commerce website and Amazon storefront. Following the transition to direct Amazon management in February 2026, this channel has become the primary growth driver, representing over 50% of total revenue. Direct-to-consumer revenue surged 42% to $194,000 in Q1 2026, with April 2026 e-commerce sales reaching a record $146,000 (163% increase).
- B2B / Commercial Sales: Sales to pest management professionals, municipalities, commercial businesses, agricultural operations, and institutional customers including zoos and sanctuaries. Revenue from B2B channels increased 57% in Q1 2026. Includes municipal deployments in cities like Chicago and Baltimore.
- Subscription Revenue: Recurring subscription revenue from repeat customers, growing 44% to $56,000 in Q1 2026, indicating growing adoption of recurring purchase model for product refills and replenishment.
- International Distribution: Revenue from international markets through distribution agreements with partners in Bermuda (Animal and Garden House), Belize (Belize Raptor Center), and New Zealand (Evicom), targeting environmentally sensitive island markets.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Evolve Rat Birth Control 1.5 lb (680g) - Single pouch retail pricing |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Evolve Mouse Birth Control 1.5 lb (680g) - Single pouch retail pricing |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Evolve Mouse Birth Control 3 lb (1.4 kg) - Larger size option |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Evolve Mouse Birth Control 6 lb (2.7 kg) Refill |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Starter Kit, Evolve Rat Birth Control 1.5lb |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | XL Starter Kit, Evolve Rat Birth Control 6 lb. |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | ContraPest Starter Kits and Bait Stations |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Commercial/B2B Pricing |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels8 records
Marketing channels8 records
SenesTech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SenesTech develops, manufactures, and sells EPA-registered rodent birth control contraceptives under the Evolve® soft bait and ContraPest® liquid brands. The products use cottonseed oil as the active ingredient to restrict fertility in both male and female rats and mice, providing long-term population management as a non-lethal alternative to traditional rodenticides. The portfolio is sold direct-to-consumer through e-commerce and Amazon and through B2B channels to municipalities, pest management professionals, agricultural operators, and commercial businesses in the U.S. and select international markets.
Product overview
SenesTech offers a portfolio of rodent fertility control products designed to manage rat and mouse populations through non-lethal, science-based approaches. The core offerings include Evolve® soft bait contraceptives for rats and mice, which use cottonseed oil as the active ingredient and are classified as FIFRA Section 25(b) exempt minimum risk pesticides. ContraPest® liquid rat birth control is the company's EPA-registered alternative, available in three bait delivery systems (Isolate, Elevate, and Ultimate) for different deployment scenarios. These products are supported by bait stations, starter kits, and consultative services for commercial and municipal applications. The portfolio is unified by SenesTech's fertility control technology that restricts rodent reproduction over time, addressing the root cause of infestations rather than individual rodents.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Evolve: Rodent birth control soft bait product line including Evolve Rat Birth Control and Evolve Mouse Birth Control for managing rodent populations through fertility control
- ContraPest
- Isolate Bait System
- Elevate Bait System
- Ultimate Bait System
Products and services
- Evolve® Rat Birth Control Highly palatable patent-pending soft bait contraceptive for rats using cottonseed oil as the active ingredient. Classified as a FIFRA Section 25(b) exempt minimum risk pesticide that restricts fertility in both male and female rats and supports ongoing population management over time. Sold direct-to-consumer and through B2B channels for residential, commercial, agricultural, and municipal deployment.
- Evolve® Mouse Birth Control Highly palatable patent-pending soft bait contraceptive for mice using cottonseed oil as the active ingredient. Classified as a FIFRA Section 25(b) exempt minimum risk pesticide that interferes with reproductive mechanisms in both male and female mice. Available in 1.5 lb, 3 lb, and 6 lb refill pouches for residential and commercial use.
- ContraPest® Liquid Rat Birth Control Liquid rat birth control registered federally as a General Use Product and the only EPA-registered birth control for both male and female rats, effective on Norway and roof rats. Restricted Use Pesticide license required for Connecticut deployment, with conditional registration in California. Sold as starter kits paired with Isolate, Elevate, or Ultimate bait delivery systems.
- Isolate Bait System with ContraPest Tamper-resistant ground-deployment bait station system for ContraPest liquid that does not require a feeder tray. For indoor use and within 1 ft around external perimeters of agricultural farm buildings, transit systems, and public and private buildings. Starter kit priced at $39.99.
- Elevate Bait System with ContraPest Above-ground bait delivery system for ContraPest liquid intended for deployment in ceilings, rafters, attics, and elevated areas of agricultural farm buildings, transit systems, and commercial structures. Starter kit priced at $86.49.
- Ultimate Bait System with ContraPest Starter Kit Tamper-resistant bait station system for ContraPest liquid that must be used in conjunction with the included feeder tray. For indoor use and within 1 ft around external perimeters of agricultural and commercial structures. Starter kit priced up to $454.99 for XL versions.
- SenesTech Consultative Services Tele-consulting and technical advisory service for Pest Management Professionals and large commercial or municipal customers incorporating Evolve and ContraPest into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies. Includes site evaluations, design plans, and ongoing technical guidance for citywide deployments.
Quantifiable outcome
- 80% reduction in rodent activity at 400-acre Texas farming operation within months, with dramatically fewer irrigation leaks
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use SenesTech
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles7 records
SenesTech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
SenesTech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Animal and Garden HousecoreDistribution agreement with Bermuda-based partner Animal and Garden House for Evolve Rodent Birth Control products. Targets Bermuda's environmentally sensitive island market where traditional rodenticides face strict regulatory controls due to concerns about runoff, non-target exposure, and wildlife impacts. Builds on existing deployments in US Virgin Islands and Belize.
- EvicomcoreExclusive distribution partner in New Zealand following Ministry for Primary Industries approval. Initial stocking order fulfilled and shipped. Approval positions Evolve as non-lethal alternative supporting New Zealand's Predator Free 2050 initiative, a conservation program with allocated budget of over $4.5 billion aimed at eradicating invasive predators.
- Belize Raptor CentercoreInternational distributor of Evolve Rat Birth Control, approved for import and distribution in Belize. Partner Sarah Mann and the Belize Raptor Center launched an educational campaign to promote the benefits of fertility control and phase out toxic rodenticides, aligning with global environmental efforts.
Scale indicators14 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
SenesTech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bell Laboratories: Bell Laboratories is a leading manufacturer of rodent control products including traditional baits, blocks, and traps used by pest management professionals. Directly comparable to SenesTech as it sells into the same PMP and municipal channels, though it competes in the lethal-control segment rather than fertility control.
- Motomco: Motomco is a long-established US manufacturer of rodent control products (baits, stations, and traps) sold through pest management professionals and retailers. Directly comparable to SenesTech's PMP and consumer channels for rat and mouse control, but focused on lethal anticoagulant baits.
- Liphatech: Liphatech is a manufacturer of rodent control baits and soft bait products including the Resolve and Generation brands, sold through PMPs and agricultural channels. Directly comparable to SenesTech as a soft-bait rodenticide specialist serving overlapping PMP and agricultural customers.
- JT Eaton: JT Eaton produces a wide range of rodent control products including bait blocks, soft baits, and tamper-resistant stations sold to PMPs and consumers. Comparable to SenesTech in targeting the same professional and residential rodent-control channels with traditional lethal chemistries.
Emerging players
- EcoClear Products: EcoClear Products markets botanical and non-toxic rodent control solutions positioned as pet-safe and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional rodenticides. Comparable to SenesTech as a smaller player in the humane/non-toxic rodent control segment competing for the same eco-conscious consumers and PMPs.
Broad incumbents
- BASF Professional & Specialty Solutions: BASF's pest control division offers a broad portfolio of rodenticides, insecticides, and pest management solutions through PMP and agricultural channels. Comparable to SenesTech as a much larger incumbent competing for the same PMP relationships and municipal rodent-control contracts with a deeper product portfolio.
- Bayer Environmental Science: Bayer's Environmental Science division (now part of Envu) sells rodent and general pest control products to PMPs, municipalities, and agricultural operators globally. Comparable as a large incumbent with broad rodenticide offerings and regulatory resources exceeding SenesTech's.
- Rentokil Initial: Rentokil Initial is one of the world's largest commercial pest control service providers, offering rodent management among many other services. Comparable as a broad incumbent that could be a customer for SenesTech's products or a competitor if it expands fertility-control offerings in its municipal and commercial contracts.
- Rollins Inc. Rollins is the parent of Orkin and other pest control brands, providing rodent management services across the US. Comparable as a major PMP channel partner and potential customer for SenesTech's Evolve products, while also being a competitive threat if it develops or contracts for in-house fertility-control solutions.
Regional players
- Anticimex: Anticimex is a major pest control service provider headquartered in Europe with operations across multiple continents. Comparable as a regional PMP incumbent that has invested in digital and non-toxic pest control innovations, and could be a channel partner or regional competitor for SenesTech's fertility control approach outside the US.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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SenesTech leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles10 records
SenesTech funding detail
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Funding rounds9 records
Investors
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SenesTech M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about SenesTech
What does SenesTech do?
SenesTech develops, manufactures, and sells EPA-registered rodent birth control contraceptives under the Evolve® soft bait and ContraPest® liquid brands. The products use cottonseed oil as the active ingredient to restrict fertility in both male and female rats and mice, providing long-term population management as a non-lethal alternative to traditional rodenticides. The portfolio is sold direct-to-consumer through e-commerce and Amazon and through B2B channels to municipalities, pest management professionals, agricultural operators, and commercial businesses in the U.S. and select international markets.
Is SenesTech a public or private company?
SenesTech is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was SenesTech founded?
SenesTech was founded in 2004. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is SenesTech based?
SenesTech is headquartered in Flagstaff, United States, in the North America region.
How does SenesTech make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. E-commerce / Direct-to-Consumer is the primary driver. The others are B2B / Commercial Sales, subscription Revenue and international Distribution.
Who are SenesTech's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bell Laboratories, Motomco, Liphatech and JT Eaton. EcoClear Products is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are BASF Professional & Specialty Solutions, Bayer Environmental Science, Rentokil Initial and Rollins Inc.. Anticimex is listed as a regional player.
Does SenesTech have an API?
No public API is recorded for SenesTech.
What industry is SenesTech in?
SenesTech's product category is Rodent Fertility Control Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAJAHAF, Rodent Control Products (Baits, Traps, Stations), with a secondary code of HSAMALAD, Eco-Friendly Rodent Control (Non-Toxic Baits, Traps & Exclusion). Its NAICS code is 32532 and its SIC code is 2870.