Cargill

Cargill is a global producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial, and industrial products and services, established in 1865. The privately held company operates in 70 countries and employs around 155,000 people. Cargill serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and governments, by providing a wide range of products such as grains, oilseeds, animal nutrition, and biofuels. In addition to its agricultural offerings, the company also delivers risk management solutions and various food and industrial products. Cargill is dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation, leveraging its extensive global knowledge to address economic, environmental, and social challenges faced by its customers.

Brian Sikes

President and CEO

Bruno Meireles de Sousa

Senior Venture Partner

Past deals in Biofuel

SJC Bioenergia

Acquisition in 2025
SJC Bioenergia is a leading company in the sugar-energy sector based in Quirinópolis, Brazil, and is the largest of its kind in the state of Goiás. The company specializes in the production of ethanol, sugar, energy, oil, protein, and fibers. By focusing on multiple product lines, SJC Bioenergia aims to foster development among its employees and customers while also contributing to local institutions. The business model is designed to generate profits for its shareholders while promoting sustainable practices within the industry.

Calysta

Series D in 2017
Calysta, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of sustainable protein ingredients derived from innovative sources. The company focuses on producing nutritional feeds and health products for fish and livestock, while also supplying chemicals for various applications, including fibers, plastics, and biofuels. Utilizing a patented fermentation platform powered by renewable energy, Calysta creates protein products such as FeedKind and Positive Protein, which address the increasing global demand for sustainably produced food. With a commitment to food security, the company aims to enhance biodiversity and improve the interconnection between water, energy, and food systems. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Calysta has additional locations in Houston, Texas; London, United Kingdom; Stavanger, Norway; and Singapore.

Calysta

Series C in 2016
Calysta, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of sustainable protein ingredients derived from innovative sources. The company focuses on producing nutritional feeds and health products for fish and livestock, while also supplying chemicals for various applications, including fibers, plastics, and biofuels. Utilizing a patented fermentation platform powered by renewable energy, Calysta creates protein products such as FeedKind and Positive Protein, which address the increasing global demand for sustainably produced food. With a commitment to food security, the company aims to enhance biodiversity and improve the interconnection between water, energy, and food systems. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Calysta has additional locations in Houston, Texas; London, United Kingdom; Stavanger, Norway; and Singapore.

OPX Biotechnologies

Acquisition in 2015
OPX Biotechnologies, Inc. is a Colorado-based company focused on sustainable bioproducts. It utilizes proprietary bioengineering technology to convert renewable feedstocks into biofuels and green chemistry products. The company's innovative platform, known as OPX EDGE, enables the efficient optimization of microbes and bioprocesses, allowing for improved product performance and sustainability at lower costs compared to petroleum-based alternatives. This approach facilitates the production of economical, bio-based chemicals, contributing to a more sustainable chemical industry.
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