$2.4 billion invested, over 1,000 deals, and 24 bankruptcies: according to iGrow News, 2025 marks the sector's entry into its maturity phase. 2026 is expected to confirm this trend: ongoing experimentation gives way to the industrialization of solutions that prove their value in the field.
La rédaction - 13 January 2026
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In a context of increasing dependence on Asian deposits and the crisis of New Caledonian mines, Genomines has raised funds to deploy its bioextraction technology, an emission-free alternative to traditional nickel extraction. Its founder, Fabien Koutchekian, co-founder of Genomines, discusses the complexities of an operation made challenging by the current hesitance of climate investors.
Anne Barrat - 24 November 2025
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Amid record funding, strategic acquisitions, and breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, October confirmed the vitality of plant innovation in Europe. From Switzerland to the UK, investors are betting on a new generation of plant-centered agritech, where science, technology, and sustainability intersect.
LĂ©a Peres - 17 November 2025
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The timid recovery of investments in agritech is expected to continue, driven less by falling interest rates and more by the quality of companies in a context where smart money replaces free money, says Louis d’Epenoux, Senior Investment Associate at Telos Impact.
La rédaction - 5 November 2025
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American water technology specialist Xylem is set to acquire Cornell Pump and Roper Pump for $1.46 billion. This move expands its range of pumps aimed at irrigation, agricultural fluid transfer, and industrial applications, amid a backdrop of consolidation in the hydraulic equipment sector.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Xylem to Acquire Cornell Pump and Roper Pump for $1.46 Billi..." - 12 August 2026
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Upstream Biotechnology, Inc., a leader in plant biotechnology, has announced the closing of a seed funding round for its SwitchBlade platform, aimed at enhancing crop resistance to diseases while maintaining optimal yields. This funding, led by LeVert Ventures and supported by major players like Corteva, will accelerate the development of innovative gene regulation technologies, essential for addressing the growing environmental challenges faced by farmers.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Upstream Biotechnology closes seed financing led by LeVert V..." - 4 August 2026
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The Canadian investment group La Caisse and Australian agricultural asset manager GO.FARM have announced a strategic partnership aimed at developing permanent crops in Australia. With an initial commitment of $230.7 million (A$330 million), the platform seeks to transform underutilized land into sustainable farming operations through investments in irrigation, infrastructure, and agricultural technologies.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "La Caisse and GO.FARM Launch $230.7 Million Australian Perma..." - 25 July 2026
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Moa Technology, issue de l'Université d'Oxford, a récemment levé 22,2 millions de livres pour avancer dans la découverte de nouveaux modes d'action contre les mauvaises herbes. Face à la résistance croissante des mauvaises herbes aux herbicides, l'entreprise se concentre sur des solutions biologiques et des molécules amplificatrices pour améliorer l'efficacité des herbicides existants. Avec des partenariats stratégiques et des essais prometteurs, Moa se rapproche de la commercialisation de ses innovations, répondant ainsi à un besoin urgent dans le secteur agricole.
Jennifer Marston, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "Moa Technology raises $30m to advance novel modes of action ..." - 24 July 2026
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The pan-European investment firm DVC Partners has acquired a majority stake in the Spanish company Kimitec, a key player in biological solutions for agriculture. This acquisition aims to boost innovation and international expansion for Kimitec, which specializes in natural alternatives for crop nutrition and protection. With an integrated platform and an artificial intelligence model, Kimitec positions itself as a leader in biostimulants and biocontrol.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "DVC Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Kimitec, a Leading B..." - 13 July 2026
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Optiflux, a Belgian start-up from KU Leuven, has secured €2.5 million in funding to develop its fruit quality assessment platform, integrating artificial intelligence and computer vision. This funding round, supported by the Agri Investment Fund, aims to standardize quality measurements and optimize the supply chain while strengthening farmers' positions in the sector. With solutions already deployed in 16 countries, Optiflux aims to reduce food waste and improve operational efficiency.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Optiflux Raises €2.5 Million (~$2.85M) to Scale AI-Powered F..." - 13 July 2026
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American investment firm Paine Schwartz Partners, a leader in sustainable private equity, has completed a minority investment in the Spanish company Amfresh Group and its subsidiary Bloom fresh. This operation, which is part of a long-standing relationship, aims to support innovation in agricultural genetics, with Bloom developing over 100 fruit varieties for thousands of producers worldwide.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Paine Schwartz Partners completes structured minority invest..." - 9 July 2026
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Aardaia, a Dutch start-up specializing in the transformation of wild plants into agricultural crops, has recently raised 5 million euros to support the domestication of the aardaker, a European legume that fixes nitrogen and produces a protein-rich tuber. This funding, led by Point Nine and supported by several investors, will enable the company to develop other plant species.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Aardaia Raises €5 Million to Develop New Crops From Wild Pla..." - 8 July 2026
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Amazon invests in Brazilian cleantech GranBio to boost the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). This pioneer in industrial biotechnology transforms forestry and agricultural residues into 'drop-in' synthetic fuels, identical to petroleum. The 10-year goal: to convert old American pulp mills into advanced biorefineries to scale up supply.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "GranBio Turns Forest and Construction Waste Into Lower-Carbo..." - 6 July 2026
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Lithuanian climate finance company InSoil has secured a €120 million loan to expand its support for agricultural SMEs adopting sustainable practices. This funding, one of the largest in Europe for sustainable agriculture, is backed by the European Investment Fund and aims to address the growing need for capital to modernize equipment and improve soil health. InSoil, which has already financed over 3,500 SMEs, is committed to reducing CO2 emissions through carbon credits while participating in a rapidly expanding investment cycle in the sector.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "With 3,500+ agricultural SMEs financed, Estonia’s InSoil lan..." - 3 July 2026
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