
Agronomics
Description
Agronomics is a leading publicly traded investment company listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market, headquartered in Douglas, Isle of Man. It specializes in the burgeoning field of cellular agriculture, focusing on environmentally sustainable food production technologies. The firm's core mission is to identify and capitalize on opportunities within the alternative protein sector, including cultivated meat, precision fermentation, and plant-based technologies, aiming to disrupt traditional animal agriculture and address global food security and sustainability challenges.
Agronomics employs an active investment strategy, typically taking significant minority stakes in private companies across various stages, from pre-seed to Series B rounds. While they participate in larger funding rounds, their initial investments often range from approximately $1.5 million to $5 million USD, demonstrating a commitment to supporting innovative startups from their early growth phases. The company's investment thesis is rooted in the belief that cellular agriculture represents a transformative shift in food production, offering solutions that are both environmentally friendly and economically viable.
As of December 31, 2023, Agronomics boasted a robust portfolio of 22 companies, showcasing its broad reach and influence within the cellular agriculture ecosystem. The firm has deployed substantial capital to date, with total investments reaching approximately £49.8 million (equivalent to over $63 million USD) into its diverse range of portfolio companies. Notable investments include stakes in pioneering firms like MeaTech 3D (now Steakholder Foods), Onego Bio, and Liberation Labs, among others, solidifying Agronomics' position as a key financier driving innovation in the sustainable food industry. Their strategic investments aim not only for financial returns but also for a significant positive environmental impact by fostering the development of scalable and sustainable food solutions.
Investor Profile
Agronomics has backed more than 38 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 19 rounds, about 50% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Finland.
- Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Food and Beverage, Food Processing.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1.5M – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (34%)
- Series A (26%)
- Series B (16%)
- Convertible Note (13%)
- Pre Seed (5%)
- Series Unknown (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (47%)
- United Kingdom (13%)
- Finland (11%)
- The Netherlands (11%)
- China (5%)
- Germany (5%)
- Australia (5%)
- Singapore (3%)
Industry Focus
- Biotechnology
- Food And Beverage
- Food Processing
- Agriculture
- Alternative Protein
- Manufacturing
- Agtech
- Biopharma
- Life Science
- Innovation Management
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