The American startup Ascribe Bio has raised $12 million in a Series A round co-led by Corteva and Acre Venture Partners. This funding will support the launch of Phytalix®, a biofungicide aimed at enhancing crop disease control, as well as expanding production capabilities and regulatory efforts in the United States and Brazil.
MADISON HONG, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Ascribe Bio Secures $12 Million Series A Funding to Advance ..." - 6 March 2026
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The French startup Amatera has raised 6 million euros to accelerate the development of more climate-resilient crops. Its platform combines plant cell biology, robotics, and AI to quickly identify high-performing plant traits. The company initially targets crops like coffee and grapes, whose particularly long selection cycles pose a major challenge in the face of climate change.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Amatera raises €6M to speed up the development of climate re..." - 6 March 2026
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The French startup baCta, specializing in the bioproduction of industrial ingredients, announces a funding round of €7 million to accelerate the development of a fermentation process dedicated to producing astaxanthin, a sought-after antioxidant in the cosmetics and nutraceutical sectors.
Elaine Watson, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "Can fermentation undercut synthetics? baCta chases astaxanth..." - 4 March 2026
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The rise in interest rates has significant repercussions on the financing of greenhouse projects, making capital structure and profitability more sensitive to borrowing costs. Lenders are adopting stricter underwriting standards, requiring a debt service coverage ratio above 1.25x and conservative financial projections. The future of greenhouse expansion will be characterized by a more selective and modular approach, integrating automation systems to optimize efficiency while addressing new economic realities.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "How Interest Rates Impact Greenhouse Financing" - 3 March 2026
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Bindbridge, a biotechnology startup based in Cambridge, has secured $3.8 million in funding to develop innovative crop protection solutions. Utilizing an AI-driven discovery platform, the company aims to design molecular glues that target protein degradation in weeds and pests, addressing the challenges of herbicide resistance and the growing demands for food safety. This approach could transform the agrochemical sector, traditionally constrained by costly and lengthy research methods.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Bindbridge raises $3.8M to deliver next-gen crop protection ..." - 3 March 2026
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Recent developments in the agritech sector reveal a significant funding dynamic, with notable fundraising efforts such as Pepper's $50 million and Verley's $38 million. Meanwhile, Mars commits to a new $50 million impact fund, while Syngenta prepares for an IPO in Hong Kong. These movements illustrate the rise of agricultural technologies and strategic partnerships aimed at transforming the landscape of modern agriculture.
Jennifer Marston, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "AgriFood Signals: Pepper raises $50m, Mars’ new impact fund,..." - 28 February 2026
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IKOS Advanced, a Spanish company specializing in optimizing agricultural inputs and automating mechanical activities through artificial intelligence, has secured an investment of €8 million. This funding, from Impact Bridge Asset Management, is part of its strategic plan for 2026-2030, aimed at developing its platform and enhancing deployment capabilities in priority markets. With revenue forecasts reaching €40 million by 2030, IKOS is poised to transform the agricultural sector through an integrated and sustainable approach.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "IKOS Advanced raises €8 million to consolidate its leadershi..." - 27 February 2026
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Canadian startup Upside Robotics has secured $7.5 million in funding to develop autonomous robots that optimize fertilizer application. These AI-equipped robots enable farmers to manage their crops remotely while reducing waste and improving soil health. With total funding exceeding $11 million, the company aims to align agricultural profitability with environmental goals, thus transforming the landscape of modern agriculture.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "$7.5 million seed funding helps Upside Robotics plant the se..." - 23 February 2026
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Resurrect Bio, a London-based biotechnology company, has announced the initial closing of its $8.1 million Series A funding round, led by Corteva. This financing will accelerate the development of its disease resistance trait discovery platform, integrating AI and genomic editing to restore plants' natural defensive capabilities. This innovation could transform crop protection by providing sustainable and effective solutions for farmers.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Resurrect Bio Secures $8.1M Series A to Advance Gene-Edited ..." - 19 February 2026
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In a context of market adjustment in agritech, Robert Appleby, founder of the London-based investment firm Cibus Capital, believes that the strongest companies now present more attractive investment opportunities. He emphasizes the importance for investors to focus on resilient models that align with the real needs of farmers and to build sustainable partnerships to support the sector's growth.
Rob Appleby, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "Guest article: Separating the wheat from the chaff in agtech" - 17 February 2026
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