impact investing in food systems

This initiative has been a leader in impact investing for over 30 years, focusing on transformative technologies in food and agriculture. By supporting visionary entrepreneurs, it aims to restore broken systems and create lasting positive impacts. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, the project fosters a community of changemakers dedicated to innovative solutions that align…

Impact Initiative: Transforming Food Systems Through Sustainable Investment

What This Project Is All About

For over three decades, this initiative has been a trailblazer in impact investing, focusing on transformative technologies that aim to restore broken systems—especially within food and agriculture. It’s not just about funding; it’s about igniting change by backing visionary entrepreneurs who rethink how food is grown, produced, and consumed. The goal? To scale regenerative solutions that work hand-in-hand with nature, empower farmers, and create lasting, positive impact.

The Main Benefits at a Glance

Here’s what sets this project apart:

  • €100M+ capital raised to fuel innovation and growth
  • 30+ years of deep experience in impact investing
  • First B Corp certified in the Netherlands, showcasing commitment to social and environmental performance
  • Focus on technology across the agriculture and food chain
  • Investment in impact-driven entrepreneurs, mainly at Series A to B stages
  • Ticket sizes up to €5 million, targeting scalable business models
  • Global reach with a special focus on companies headquartered in Europe

Deep Sector Expertise and Practical Impact

What really makes this project stand out is its hands-on approach to impact. It’s not just about ticking ESG boxes or producing glossy reports. Instead, it’s about embedding impact into everyday decisions and operations. With a strong focus on precision ag-tech solutions and key impact measurement tools—like reducing chemical inputs and cutting down food waste—the project brings real, tangible change to the table.

Building a Community of Changemakers

Since 1994, this initiative has cultivated a vibrant ecosystem of impact investors and entrepreneurs. It’s more than just funding; it’s about connecting founders with the right support to grow and thrive. This community acts as a powerful network, fostering collaboration and innovation to accelerate the shift towards sustainable food systems.

Meet the Impact Superstars

The project proudly supports a roster of pioneering companies making waves in the sector. Some of the standout names include:

  • Yooji
  • Vivent
  • Trapview
  • TRACt
  • Rootwave
  • Rival Foods
  • OneThird
  • Naïo
  • Kitro

These companies are driving innovation and scaling solutions that align perfectly with the project’s mission to restore and regenerate food systems.

Project Impact and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger – promoting sustainable agriculture and food security
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – reducing food waste and chemical inputs
  • SDG 13: Climate Action – supporting regenerative practices that combat climate change
  • SDG 15: Life on Land – fostering biodiversity through sustainable farming methods
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – building strong networks of investors and entrepreneurs

Latest News and Forward Momentum

The project stays dynamic and engaged with the latest developments in the field. Recent highlights include:

  • TRACT raising €18.6M Series A to expand global supply chain intelligence
  • Gowan Company acquiring Ceradis
  • Insights brought home from Groundswell events
  • Pymwymic co-leading Doktar’s >€7M Series B round
  • Joining Rival Foods’ Series B to catalyse the protein transition
  • Publishing the 2024 Impact Report
  • Rootwave raising $15M to replace chemical herbicides
  • Heading to Groundswell to connect and collaborate
  • Pymwymic joining Biocsol’s seed round to transform sustainable crop protection
  • OneThird raising €3.5M Series A funding and appointing a new CEO

These updates reflect a vibrant, forward-moving community that’s constantly pushing the boundaries of impact investing in food and agriculture.

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