Investors in Agriculture

responsAbility Investments AG is a leading impact asset manager specializing in private market investments across three investment themes. These themes directly contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Financial Inclusion, to finance the growth of Micro & SMEs; Climate Finance, to contribute to a net zero pathway; and Sustainable Food, to sustainably feed an ever-growing population. All responsAbility investment solutions target specific measurable impact alongside market returns.  Since its inception in 2003, responsAbility has deployed over USD 15.3 billion in impact investments.

We are Capagro, the first European independent Venture Capital fund dedicated to impactful and innovative AgTech & FoodTech startups. We invest across the entire value chain, from farm to fork, to accelerate the development of these companies and help them change the world for the better. Our fund currently manages approximately €200 million and is backed by leading international agribusinesses and institutional LPs: we leverage our network to benefit our portfolio companies and the international AgriFoodTech ecosystem.

Blue Horizon is accelerating the global transition to a Sustainable Food System. We invest holistically in the Sustainable Food System, with an end-to-end approach that extends beyond alternative proteins, starting with better crop practices right through to sustainable packaging and smarter distribution. We generate impactful investments with a philosophy we call Double Positive — positive, above-market returns for investors and positive, measurable impact for the planet, humans and animals.

Headquartered in Paris and London, Óskare Capital specializes in venture-stage investments in the Deeptech and Life Sciences sectors.

AgriTech Hub is a Venture Capital Fund with investment interests in modern solutions within the scope of high-tech for the agriculture and food sector. We aim to put R&D projects with the most potential to commercial use during Proof of Concept (PoC) and Proof of Principle (PoP) stages. We invest in solutions and technology within the scope of the entire value added chain in agriculture and agricultural practice. AgriTech Hub constitutes an amalgamation of knowledge in terms of high-tech and ICT with the investment experience of a team of experts. Our mission is to support innovation, applicable at the growing, production and distribution stages, all the way to the commercial end customer. MIT Enterprise Forum Poland has been supporting the fund since its inception.

iXCore S.A.S. is a French venture capital firm, created in 2001, which specializes in making growth capital investments. The firm is headquartered in Marly Le Roi, France. IXCore develops around innovating technologies, in particular in the fields of the sea, aeronautics, the life sciences and information technologies. In its development, iXCore privileges the small companies with human size and of strong added value and work to be integrated them vertically in order to propose single and complete solutions with its customers.

Arcole is a committed investor who supports French SMEs and mid-caps in transformation. Arcole is supported by leading institutional investors such as BPI France and the European Investment Fund (EIF) as well as by several family offices and entrepreneurs. Our investments focus on companies with turnover between €20 million and €250 million for equity tickets of up to €20 million. The funds are intended to be invested in any type of situation.

CM-CIC Capital Finance is a prominent player in the French private equity and venture capital landscape. Specializing in providing financial support to growing businesses, CM-CIC Capital Finance offers a comprehensive range of investment solutions tailored to meet the needs of entrepreneurs and companies at various stages of development. They operate across different sectors, focusing on fostering innovation, sustainable growth, and market expansion. CM-CIC Capital Finance stands out for its strategic approach, combining financial expertise with industry knowledge to support the ambitions of their portfolio companies. With a strong network and deep-rooted experience, they aim to create long-term value and contribute to the success of businesses in France and beyond.

OCSEED specializes in early-stage investment for business development, focusing on pre-seed and seed stages. They operate as a seed investment firm dedicated to nurturing young, innovative B2B companies within the Occitanie region. OCSEED plays a pivotal role in supporting startups during their crucial early phases, aiming to catalyze growth and innovation locally. Their strategic focus on B2B sectors underscores their commitment to fostering sustainable economic development in Occitanie. By providing essential seed capital, OCSEED helps startups translate their innovative ideas into viable businesses.

These two companies, FM INVEST & FM INVEST 2, primarily engage in activities in France and internationally, focusing on acquiring, subscribing to, holding, managing, and disposing of interests in companies or legal entities established domestically or abroad. They also specialize in wealth management consulting and financial engineering services.

Avelana is an impact investment and entrepreneurship company focused on nurturing impact-driven companies led by visionary founders dedicated to combating climate change, preserving biodiversity, and regenerating ecosystems. Our approach includes capital investment alongside hands-on entrepreneurial support, as well as fostering business creation and incubation to catalyze sustainable innovation and growth.

We are committed to the company, to society, and to the territory. We believe that exchange, sharing, and listening are the keys to effective governance and overall corporate performance. We support project leaders and companies by investing alongside them. Our ambition is to create sustainable value for companies, shareholders, employees, and the territory. Through our commitment, we aim to foster a collaborative environment that drives success and growth for all stakeholders.