Deal Tracking

The EIB has committed ó75 million to support the development of natural bio-solutions for the ag, food, and feed industries.

The University of California system is launching a $250 million venture fund to invest in startups born from the systemÍs research.

Newcomer to the agribusiness sector, Mareterram, announced it is planning to list on the ASX this month.

Monsanto Growth Ventures is one of multiple VCs that have funded Blue River TechnologyÍs $17 million Series B.

South KoreaÍs SK Group has announced it is launching a US$25 million venture capital fund focusing on agricultural and fishery startups.

Farm management software firm, Conservis Corporation, has raised $3.5 million, and is seeking to raise another $4.2 million.

Through the new JV, ADM will also gain partial ownership in one of EgyptÍs largest grain port facilities at the Port of Alexandria.

Arbor Investments will gain a share of the better-for-you food segment with acquisition of DPI Specialty Foods Inc.

California-based dairy alternative company, Ripple Foods, has raised $13.6 million in Series A funding led by Prelude Ventures.

Nordic Capital has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Sweden-based salad, fruit and vegetable supplier, Greenfood Group.