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Agronomics

Europe, South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom, Douglas

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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FAQ

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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Agronomics frequently co-invest with?

BlueYard Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 2
Lever VC
North America, Connecticut, United States, Brooklyn
Co-Investments: 3
Siddhi Capital
North America, New Jersey, United States, Cherry Hill
Co-Investments: 5
KBW Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Co-Investments: 3
Humboldt Fund
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Co-Investments: 4
CPT Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 8
Clear Current Capital
North America, Florida, United States, Vero Beach
Co-Investments: 4
Maki.vc
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 2
Stray Dog Capital
North America, Kansas, United States, Leawood
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Agronomics often collaborate with?

Daniel Curran
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Shared Deals: 1
TD
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
LD
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 2
JL
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
RK
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
AW
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
TH
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 2
KA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
SA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Agronomics?

Liberation Labs

New York, New York, United States

Liberation Labs is a biotech firm that develops an industrial biotechnology system for agriculture.

AgricultureAgTechBiopharmaBiotechnology
Convertible NoteJan 30, 2025
Amount Raised: $31,500,000
Rebellyous Foods

Seattle, Washington, United States

Rebellyous Foods is a food manufacturing technology and production company.

Alternative ProteinFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturing
Series BJan 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,400,000
Liberation Labs

New York, New York, United States

Liberation Labs is a biotech firm that develops an industrial biotechnology system for agriculture.

AgricultureAgTechBiopharmaBiotechnology
Convertible NoteOct 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
GALY

San Francisco, California, United States

GALY produces agriculture from cells in a facility, not plants in the field

BiotechnologyChemicalLife Science
Series BSep 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $33,000,000
Liberation Labs

New York, New York, United States

Liberation Labs is a biotech firm that develops an industrial biotechnology system for agriculture.

AgricultureAgTechBiopharmaBiotechnology
Convertible NoteApr 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $12,500,000
Onego Bio

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Onego Bio is a food-based biotechnology company that produces animal-free egg white protein through precision fermentation.

BiotechnologyFood and BeverageManufacturing
Series AApr 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
Clean Food Group

London, England, United Kingdom

Clean Food Group produces sustainable food ingredients for environment and health without compromising on teste or performance.

Food and Beverage
SeedAug 8, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,931,027
Meatable

Delft, Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands

Meatable is a food production company that produces guilt-free meat.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingInnovation Management
Series BAug 7, 2023
Amount Raised: $34,108,326
HydGene Renewables

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia

HydGene Renewables mission is to accelerate adoption of low carbon technology by providing an alternative green hydrogen solution.

BiofuelBiotechnology
SeedJun 15, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,127,848
Good Dog Food

London, England, United Kingdom

Good Dog Food provides cultivated meat made specifically for pets.

Alternative ProteinAnimal FeedPet
SeedMay 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,500,000