MIM Announces First Close for Forest Climate Fund at $224.5M
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media The world’s largest manager of natural capital - Manulife Investment Management (MIM) - with nearly $15 billion in combined AUM between agriculture and timberland, announced in December 2022 the launch of the Manulife Forest Climate Fund (FCF) – a closed-end vehicle designed to give inve
Read moreTechBrew Robotics Raises $17.5M to Revolutionize Mushroom Farming, Rebrands as 4AG Robotics
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media Technology being brought to bear on mushroom farming has been a common topic this month - and there’s good reason. From promoting health and sustainability to nutritional benefits such as essential B vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and protein, to enhancing culinary experiences, an
Read moreBreaking: CRPTF Doubles Down on Homestead Capital with Imminent Commitment of $125M for Fund IV
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media In a sign of enduring confidence, following a $75 million commitment to Homestead Capital USA Farmland Fund III, the State of Connecticut Retirement Plans and Trust Funds (CRPTF) is doubling down on its support with approval for an imminent investment of $125 million in Homestead Capital USA
Read moreLHL Acquires £20M from Nimbus Capital to Source Natural Compounds from Food Waste and Botanicals
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media Based in the UK, Letoon Holding Ltd. (LHL) has secured a substantial £20 million (US$25 million) investment from Nimbus Capital, a manager of a diverse portfolio of investment vehicles specializing in financing transformative change and dynamic growth. With more than 50 collective
Read moreE20 Investment Acquires Bass and Bream Company Lucky Fish from Mediterra Capital
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media UAE-based E20 Investment is a food and agribusiness investment firm focused on backing, developing, establishing, and managing food, agricultural production, and processing assets. The firm explained that it currently operates through a network of more than a dozen global operating
Read moreCarbonFarm Technology Secures EUR2.5M to Transform Rice Farming
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media With total global production of 787,293,867 tons in 2021, rice is a staple food for a significant portion of the global population and plays a crucial role in providing nutrition and food security. As it plays such a important role in the global agricultural system, rice production is one of
Read moreNew Forests Divesting Four of its New Zealand Forestry Assets
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media As New Forests nears the completion of the term for its second round Australia and New Zealand Forestry Fund (ANZFF2), the manager has indicated the upcoming sale of four of its New Zealand-based assets. Located across the North and South Islands in the established forestry regions of&nbs
Read moreRiverstone and Impact Ag Partners-Backed SPAC Lists on NASDAQ at $300M Valuation
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media Agriculture & Natural Solutions Acquisition - a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) backed by Riverstone Investment Group and Impact Ag Partners - has listed on the NASDAQ at a valuation of $300 million after offering 30 million units at a $10 per unit price point. Trading began o
Read moreOsmo Gains Another $3.5M From Gates Foundation to Advance AI-Driven Insect Control Using Scents
photo credit: Osmo By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media The power of scent to attract or repel both humans and animals is a fascinating and complex phenomenon. Scent plays a crucial role in communication, navigation, and survival for many species. Understanding the science and art of scent can lead to the developmen
Read moreRaptor Ag Gains $19M in Funding, Forges Hazelnut JVs in Chile and Italy
By Lynda Kiernan-Stone, Global AgInvesting Media Based in Edmond, Oklahoma, and with field offices in Oregon and Oklahoma, Raptor Ag was founded in 2016 by company partner and CEO Chris Eubanks, along with Dustin Faulkner and Jason Perkins, with the initial goal of becoming the largest hazelnut producer in North America. The
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