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Invest in AgriFood technology and Biobased solutions with confidence

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in investment patterns towards Biobased solutions and AgriFood tech companies. Investing in startups offers an attractive opportunity for investors to capitalize on innovation and address pressing global challenges, such as climate change and a growing world population. However, the AgriFood and Biobased technologies sectors are vast, encompassing innovations in digitalization, artificial intelligence, side stream valorization, alternative proteins, renewable plastics, sustainable building materials, circular water technologies, precision fermentation, carbon sequestration, biotechnology, vaccinations, sensor technologies, and more. Assessing the potential of these innovations, especially deep-tech solutions, can be challenging.

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is your go-to partner, as a pioneering force in the Agri & Food and Biobased domains. We offer a unique suite of services, including technical due diligence aimed at investors to better understand the opportunities and risks of deep-tech solutions.

Technical Due Diligence

Our services vary from expert opinions to lab testing. Examples include:

  • Assessment of functionality (existing and future);
  • Assess potential to scale up from lab to practice;
  • Assess TRL level and R&D agenda;
  • Reflection on product substitutes;
  • Validation of claims.

Wide range of services

Apart from Technical Due Diligence, we also offer a wide range of investment services. Advance your investment strategy with our unparalleled expertise and proven track record, ensuring a thorough and informed approach that strengthens your portfolio.

What we offer:

  • Strategic brainstorming and ideation;
  • R&D Acceleration for the ventures;
  • Portfolio assessments.

WUR has the knowledge at every step of the investment process:

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