Key Points:
- Kapsera raised €4.2 million to scale its sustainable microencapsulation technology.
- Funding led by Banque des Territoires under the France 2030 initiative, with participation from The Yield Lab Europe and Demeter Investment Managers.
- Funds will establish industrial production at Kapsera’s Bordeaux site and expand R&D efforts.
- The company aims to achieve 200+ tons annual production capacity by 2027 and create 20 new jobs by 2026.
- Kapsera focuses on natural biosolutions for agriculture, human, and animal nutrition.
Strategic Investment in Sustainable Innovation
Kapsera, a leader in natural microencapsulation technology, has announced a €4.2 million funding round to advance its industrialization and commercialization phase. The investment is spearheaded by Banque des Territoires, with contributions from The Yield Lab Europe and Demeter Investment Managers.
The funding will enable Kapsera to establish its first industrial unit in Bordeaux, France, by Q2 2025, with an annual production target exceeding 200 tons by 2027. Additionally, the company plans to enhance its R&D capabilities to expand its product range of natural microcapsules, addressing growing demands for sustainable biosolutions.
Supporting Agriculture and Food Transition
Advanced Microencapsulation Technology
Kapsera’s proprietary microfluidic technology uses alginate-based natural microcapsules to encapsulate active ingredients such as:
- Biopesticides
- Probiotics
- Pheromones
These innovations aim to replace synthetic inputs with environmentally friendly alternatives, contributing to the agroecological transition while meeting regulatory demands such as the EU ban on microplastics.
Broad Application Scope
The company’s technology is tailored for:
- Agriculture: Sprayable biocontrol products for pest management.
- Human and Animal Nutrition: Controlled-release probiotics and vitamins.
Strategic Partnerships and Investor Support
France 2030 Initiative
As part of the France 2030 Territoires d’Innovation program, Banque des Territoires is investing in Kapsera to foster sustainable agricultural practices. François Wohrer, Head of Investment at Banque des Territoires, remarked: “This investment will facilitate the construction of the first factory and address the challenge of developing sustainable agriculture that is less reliant on chemical inputs.”
Investor Confidence
Demeter Investment Managers reaffirmed its support, citing Kapsera’s unique encapsulation technology and potential for high-growth markets. Cyrille Cabaret, Partner at Demeter, noted: “We are proud to continue supporting Kapsera’s journey toward industrialization.”
The Yield Lab Europe also highlighted the innovation potential. Gentiane Gorlier, General Partner, stated: “Kapsera’s natural microencapsulation technology solves multiple bottlenecks in applications like biopesticides and biostimulants.”
