AgFunder

AgFunder is a venture capital firm founded in 2013, with headquarters in Silicon Valley. The firm focuses on investing in transformative technologies within the food and agriculture sectors. Their investment strategy emphasizes bold and impactful innovations that address critical challenges such as climate change, population growth, and sustainability in food production. Notable investments in AgFunder's portfolio include companies like DeHaat, which is a farmers' business network for smallholder farmers, and MycoWorks, known for producing leather alternatives from mycelium. Other significant investments include Verdant Robotics, a robotics-as-a-service company specializing in agricultural spraying, and Wefarm, a peer-to-peer network for farmers in Eastern Africa. AgFunder's thematic investment approach targets high-impact areas such as indoor farming, precision agriculture, and alternative proteins. They leverage their extensive network of founders, operators, and investors to support their portfolio companies in scaling globally. The firm has raised multiple funds and invested in over 85 companies, making them one of the most active foodtech and agtech VCs worldwide. Their leadership team combines technological expertise with market knowledge, enabling them to support startups effectively from early stages through to larger growth phases. AgFunder’s mission is to drive radical transformation in the food and agriculture systems through advanced technologies​.