Investors in Agriculture

Source Ventures specializes in micro VC investments at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages, focusing on tech startups. With a commitment of €100k or more per deal, we provide strategic guidance in Product, Tech, and Marketing, leveraging our operational experience and a network of expert advisors. Beyond capital, our sparring partner approach supports ambitious companies in navigating the path to scalability. Reach out to start a conversation and explore how we can accelerate your growth journey.

We utilize our extensive network and expertise to identify optimal investment opportunities for our members. Our mission is to democratize startup investing, making it accessible and impactful.

Jeriko is dedicated to investing in projects focused on sustainable food and agriculture. By providing crucial funding and support, Jeriko aims to drive innovation and promote practices that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient food system. Their commitment to sustainability helps foster the development of impactful solutions that address critical challenges in the food and agriculture sectors.

Build Collective is an investment company specializing in advisory services and investments. We collaborate closely with engineers and scientists who are pioneering foundational deep technology innovations.

Why we are unique: Emerald brings open innovation and venture capital together in unparalleled fashion, with 20+ years of experience in investing in the sustainable industrial transformation. What we do: We empower corporates to successfully innovate and collaborate with start-ups, and to transition their businesses to a more sustainable future. We have over 50 large corporations as investors and partners in open innovation. How we do it: We invest in early and expansion stage start-ups globally, while being locally positioned in Europe, North America and Asia with a team of specialists from 15+ countries. Our sectors: energy, water & wastewater, food and agriculture, mobility & urbanization, materials & packaging, industrial IT About Emerald: Emerald is a globally recognized venture capital firm founded in 2000, that manages and advises assets of over €1 billion from its offices in Zurich, Toronto and Singapore.

Horizon 3 is an innovation platform dedicated to high-tech startups within the biobased economy. Focused on fostering sustainable growth, Horizon 3 provides crucial support and resources to pioneering entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions that leverage biological materials and processes. By creating a collaborative environment, Horizon 3 enables startups to accelerate their research, development, and commercialization efforts. The platform connects emerging companies with industry experts, investors, and strategic partners, facilitating knowledge exchange and driving technological advancements. Horizon 3's commitment to sustainability and innovation positions it as a key player in the transition towards a biobased economy. Through their efforts, they aim to transform industries, reduce environmental impact, and promote a circular economy, ensuring a more sustainable future.

Meneldor offers her customers the unique opportunity to co-invest alongside specialists, in exciting early stage Biotech and Pharma companies. A sector often considered as very risky and highly complex. Meneldor thoroughly studies the science behind her potential portfolio companies. If the science is sound, then all other key aspects; IP, medical need, addressable markets, competition, risk, management, financial needs, valuation, etc., are assessed. Only if a target company meets our selection criteria, Meneldor will invest and invite her co-investors to participate.

Westerly Winds is an emerging growth stage venture firm strategically positioned between the USA and the UK. Specializing in backing visionary founders and companies poised to shape the 'new economy', Westerly Winds provides comprehensive support in financing, business development, stakeholder management, and strategic planning. They work closely as partners with executive teams, offering around-the-clock assistance to strengthen critical business functions. Their portfolio includes impactful companies such as Carbon Clean, Elvie, Leaselock, and Aquabyte, demonstrating a commitment to innovative technologies and solutions across diverse sectors.

Hiventures is the largest and most active capital investor partner in the development of Hungarian enterprises. Its mission is to provide resources for growth and innovation for domestic businesses through unique capital financing solutions. Hiventures' investment programs are available from the idea phase to large companies, covering the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem and improving its competitiveness. It serves as a reliable and flexible investment partner for portfolio companies in both development and crisis management, with professional support from Magyar Fejlesztési Bank Zrt.

Yara Growth Ventures is the venture investment team within Yara International ASA. The Yara Growth Ventures team invests in disruptive startups in the agri-food industry globally in order to advance the mission of responsibly feeding the world and protecting the planet. We are patient capital who, while always looking to make financially sound investments, invest in teams looking to change agriculture and the hydrogen economy.

Good Seed is a venture capital firm dedicated to enabling the production of safe and nutritious food for a growing population. They leverage their capital and industry-specific knowledge to accelerate the transition to a sustainable food system. Creating value-adding partnerships that support groundbreaking food entrepreneurs is what they thrive for. Their ambition is to foster the development and commercialization of industry-transforming food solutions so that everyone has access to delicious and healthy food.

Accelerator program designed for CEE region-based startups aiming to build an eco-sustainable future. WAVE has opened its doors to real-life change-makers who are committed to environmental sustainability with their businesses. We, at WAVE provide you tailor-made and practical knowledge and skills, mentoring with industry experts, networking events, visibility from impact investors and a Demo Day in the beautiful city of Budapest.