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Alphatech Agriculture and Agri-Truffe Join Forces to Lead European Truffle Plant Market

Geneva, Saint-Maixant – Alphatech Agriculture has acquired Agri-Truffe, a French specialist in mycorrhization and truffle plants, with the current management and teams remaining in place. This acquisition marks the beginning of a series of acquisitions by Alphatech Agriculture in Europe, focusing on nurseries that specialize in the selection and propagation of trees and perennial species for forestry and ornamental purposes.

GrubMarket Confirms Investor Interest in Integrated Food Chain Platforms

The $50 million funding round announced by GrubMarket, which values the American platform at nearly $4.5 billion, illustrates the rise of integrated agri-food models. In a more demanding AgTech market than post-pandemic, investors favor players capable of structuring the physical and digital flows of a still fragmented sector.

Technology at the Heart of Risk Management and Agricultural Transition

In the face of climate change, agriculture is no longer just a production issue, but a risk management challenge. For Maximilien Rouer, technology is essential, not to eliminate this risk, but to make it financeable, insurable, and collectively shareable. Interview.

Three Transactions Shaping Plant Tech by the End of 2025

The months of November and December 2025 confirmed a sustained momentum across several key segments of European agritech: plant genetics, agricultural robotics, and high-value ingredients as strategic growth drivers.

Gravity Gardens Secures €2.6 Million for Chemical-Free Seed Activation Technology

Dutch startup Gravity Gardens has secured €2.6 million in funding to develop an innovative seed activation technology that enhances crop establishment without the use of water or chemicals. This funding, which adds to a total of over €3 million, aims to make this technology accessible to more farmers while reducing environmental impact. The company plans to launch industrial-scale equipment by 2027, with ongoing trials on new crops.

Vylor Enters a New Era with $19 Billion Pipeline and Ambitious Goals

On its first Investor Day, Vylor unveiled a financial framework for 2027-2029, featuring a technology pipeline valued at $19 billion and a return to profitability in its licensing business. The company, which will separate from Corteva in 2026, anticipates a net revenue of $10.4 billion and an operating EBITDA of $3.3 to $3.7 billion by 2029, while launching several new technology platforms in the seed sector.

BASF Prepares for IPO of Agricultural Solutions Division by 2027

BASF has tasked Citi, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, and J.P. Morgan with preparing for the IPO of its Agricultural Solutions division, scheduled for 2027. This initiative aligns with the company's 'Winning Ways' strategy, aimed at maximizing the value of this branch as an independent entity. Concurrently, 80% of the business has been separated into distinct legal entities, enhancing agility and customer proximity. A strategic overview will be presented at the Capital Markets Day in November 2026.

Vivagro Strengthens Seaweed Supply with Acquisition of Techsealab

French biocontrol, adjuvants, and biostimulation specialist Vivagro has taken control of Techsealab, a Breton SME specializing in marine biotechnologies. This acquisition allows Vivagro to secure its seaweed supply and, for the first time, integrate a production site to better control its value chain.

Vylor Launches Vylor Edge, an Investment Platform for Agricultural Innovation

Vylor, the future seed and genetics company emerging from the spin-off of Corteva, announces the launch of Vylor Edge, a new investment platform dedicated to accelerating agricultural technologies. In collaboration with startups and universities, Vylor Edge will focus on key areas such as genomic editing and artificial intelligence, while leveraging previous investments from Corteva Catalyst™. This initiative aims to provide farmers with innovative solutions to enhance global agricultural production.

Agricultural Robotics Becomes More Attractive to Investors

Advancements in robotics and AI are transforming the agricultural landscape, making machines more flexible and reliable. Reservoir VC has announced a $50 million fund to support startups in the sector, emphasizing the importance of systemic support to overcome harvesting challenges. Machines are now assembled and tested in less than six months, paving the way for rapid and efficient industrialization.

TerraBlaster Raises $12.5 Million for Real-Time Soil Mapping Technology

TerraBlaster, a California-based precision agriculture startup, has raised $12.5 million to accelerate the development of its real-time soil nutrient mapping technology. The system, based on Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS), measures nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and pH directly in the field at tractor speed, allowing for more precise fertilizer application. Initial commercial deliveries are expected in 2027.

CropX Strengthens Its Platform with Acquisition of NIR Specialist SCIO

CropX, an Israeli leader in digital agronomy and precision agriculture, has made its largest acquisition to date by purchasing SCIO, a U.S. company specializing in portable near-infrared spectroscopy. This move allows the digital agronomy platform to expand its measurements to include crop quality assessments before and after harvest. This marks CropX's eighth acquisition since 2020, occurring as the company approaches $20 million in annual recurring revenue and aims for profitability by 2027.

Homestead Capital Achieves First Closing of $150 Million for U.S. Agriculture Fund

RevaTerra Raises $1.265 Million to Develop Advanced Bioenergy Materials

RevaTerra, an innovative startup specializing in converting natural residues into advanced bioenergy materials, has recently closed a funding round of $1.265 million. Led by BlueLake.vc, this funding will enable the company to advance its Arcana technology, which transforms agricultural and forestry residues into high-performance pellets, targeting coal power plants for a transition to more sustainable energy sources. The funds will also be used to strengthen the technical team and establish new manufacturing partnerships.