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Venture Fund News focuses on the latest developments in venture capital shaping the agriculture and AgTech industries. Discover insights into new funds, investment strategies, and key players fueling the growth of startups and emerging technologies in agriculture.

From funding rounds to portfolio highlights, this category showcases how venture capital is transforming the future of farming and food production. Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking funding or an investor exploring opportunities, Venture Fund News is your gateway to the dynamic world of AgTech venture capital.

Phatisa Food Fund 3 reached a US$86 million first close backed by leading DFIs and impact investors.

Phatisa Food Fund 3 Reaches US$86M First Close and Acquires Zaad Group

by Sepehr Achard
24th February 2026

Phatisa Food Fund 3 reached a US$86 million first close backed by leading DFIs and impact investors.

Engazaat, an Egypt-headquartered asset manager focused on the water, energy, and food (WEF) nexus in the Middle East and Africa, plans to invest more than $100 million in regional expansion.

Engazaat Plans $100M Regional Expansion Across Water, Energy and Food Infrastructure

by Sepehr Achard
16th February 2026

Engazaat, an Egypt-headquartered asset manager focused on the water, energy, and food (WEF) nexus in the Middle East and Africa, plans to invest more than $100 million in regional expansion.

IDB Lab, the innovation and venture arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group), has announced an $8 million investment in the AgVentures III Fund, managed by SP Ventures.

IDB Lab Invests $8 Million in AgVentures III to Support Agtech and Foodtech in Latin America

by Sepehr Achard
16th February 2026

IDB Lab, the innovation and venture arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group), has announced an $8 million investment in the AgVentures III Fund, managed by SP Ventures.

SVG, the global agrifood innovation platform behind the Pioneer Fund, has received a limited partner commitment from the Manitoba First Fund.

SVG Ventures | THRIVE Invests $500,000 in Cellar Insights to Scale Smart Potato Storage Technology

by Sepehr Achard
22nd January 2026

SVG Ventures | THRIVE, a global agri-food innovation and investment firm, has announced a $500,000 investment in Calgary-based Cellar Insights through the SVG Ventures Pioneer Fund.

Lucerne Capital Management has launched a U.S. farmland investment platform focused on permanent and specialty crops.

Lucerne Capital Management Launches U.S. Farmland Platform Centered on Regenerative Agriculture

by Sepehr Achard
21st January 2026

Lucerne Capital Management has launched a U.S. farmland investment platform focused on permanent and specialty crops.

Climate Fund 2 has expanded its independent Climate Impact Committee (CIC) as it launches its second fund.

Climate Fund 2 Strengthens Independent Climate Impact Governance with New Committee Appointments

by Sepehr Achard
12th December 2025

Climate Fund 2 has expanded its independent Climate Impact Committee (CIC) as it launches its second fund.

FoodLabs has raised USD 121.8 million (EUR 105 million) for its third fund, targeting early-stage European food-tech and ag-tech startups.

FoodLabs Raises USD 121.8M to Back Early-Stage AgriFood Tech Startups Across Europe

by Sepehr Achard
9th December 2025

FoodLabs has raised USD 121.8 million (EUR 105 million) for its third fund, targeting early-stage European food-tech and ag-tech startups.

Stafford Capital Partners created a USD 1.2Bn continuation vehicle consolidating three existing timberland funds into a perpetual structure.

Stafford Capital Partners Establishes USD 1.2 Billion Timberland Continuation Fund

by Sepehr Achard
5th December 2025

Stafford Capital Partners has created a USD 1.2 billion continuation vehicle consolidating three existing timberland funds into a perpetual structure.

Just Climate raised $375M to expand its Natural Climate Solutions strategy, targeting high-impact opportunities in land use, water & waste.

Just Climate Secures $375M to Scale Natural Climate Solutions

by Sepehr Achard
1st December 2025

Just Climate has raised $375 million to expand its Natural Climate Solutions strategy, targeting high-impact opportunities in land use, water, and waste.