RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgTech Accelerator , a unique startup accelerator vehicle focused on discovering and developing emerging agricultural technology companies, today announced the closing of an additional $8.5 million in financing, nearly doubling its capital since the initial launch in May 2016. The additional financing brings its total capital commitments to $20 million. Elanco, a leader in developing products and knowledge services to improve animal health and food