Anterra Capital

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Overview

Anterra Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in food and agriculture technology companies to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the global food supply chain.¹²³ Headquartered in Amsterdam with an office in Boston, it manages over $450 million in assets, focusing on Series A and B rounds with check sizes from $1-10 million, and has made 51 investments as of 2025.¹³ The firm supports innovations in precision agriculture, biological inputs, food safety, and supply chain optimization, providing capital and strategic guidance.²³

History

Anterra Capital was founded in October 2013 as a spin-off of Rabobank's venture capital team, Rabo Ventures.¹ It raised its first fund of €50 million, capturing about 20% of the global agrifood tech VC market that year.⁵ The firm later secured a $260 million second Global Food and Agriculture Technology Fund to back biotech and digital innovations.³ It has maintained focus on agrifood tech and biotech, achieving exits while avoiding trends like plant-based proteins and vertical farming.⁵

Notable Products

Dalma - Series B investment in 2025 for $21M, focusing on food/agritech innovation.¹
Enko Chem - Develops novel crop protection products.³
ProducePay - Financial and data services platform for fresh produce industry.³
BiomEdit - Microbiome innovation for animal health.³
CropX - Precision agriculture technology company in portfolio.⁴

Reputation

Anterra Capital is recognized by professionals for its early entry into agrifood tech VC and strong track record of investments and exits in sustainable food systems.⁴⁵ It is noted for strategic focus on biotech and digital solutions amid sector challenges, with managing partner Adam Anders highlighting opportunities from cheaper technology and persistent problems.⁵ Enthusiasts view it as a specialist avoiding hyped trends like vertical farming.⁵

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