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Horticoop

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Horticoop

Investing in innovative companies for a sustainable future in the horticulture sector.

Bleiswijk

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Investor
Location
Bleiswijk
Portfolio
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Who they are

About

Horticoop is a Dutch investment cooperative, active as an investment entity since 2021, though the cooperative itself was founded in 1904. It is backed by a network of 280 growers and entrepreneurs within the horticulture industry. Horticoop invests in innovative enterprises that contribute to a sustainable future for the horticulture sector, aiming to enhance productivity through reduced or more sustainable use of raw materials. Their investment philosophy is driven by improving global health and well-being. They focus on solutions in areas such as light, climate, technique, and substrates, leveraging their extensive industry network and expertise to support portfolio companies.

Investment profile
Investment thesis
Horticoop's core investment thesis is to actively invest in new and existing businesses that add value to the horticultural sector, fostering a healthy and sustainable future. Investment decisions are driven by the needs of their member growers and the potential for market access and collaboration within their cooperative network. They particularly seek innovations in light, climate, technique, and substrates that contribute to increased productivity and resource efficiency.
Ticket size
Aims to acquire majority or substantial minority (>30%) stakes through growth capital and/or buy-outs in companies with €3M to €100M revenue.
Sweet spot
Innovative companies in horticulture/AgriFood, offering solutions in light, climate, technique, or substrates, with potential for sustainable impact and engagement with the cooperative's network. For later-stage investments, companies typically have €3M to €100M in revenue.
What they add
Network access to 280+ growers, Industry expertise and insights, Testing panels and early feedback, Market access for innovative products, Strategic partnerships and co-investment opportunities, Support for scaling production.
Stages
Late-stage growth
Geographic focus
Netherlands · Europe · Northern America.
Portfolio companies
9
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What they invest in

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