Syngenta

Syngenta is a global agriculture company dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. With over 28,000 employees in nearly 90 countries, Syngenta develops innovative crop solutions, including seeds, pesticides, and biotechnology, to help farmers increase yields and improve sustainability.

Mark Brooks

Investor

Jason Gabriel

Managing Director

Michael Lee

Managing Director

Andre Oliveira

Director

David Pierson

Managing Director

Shubhang Shankar

Managing Director

Past deals in Pest Control

Produtecnica

Acquisition in 2024
Produtecnica specializes in agricultural solutions and operates within the agribusiness sector. It provides expertise in pest control, soil management, seed selection, and climate-adapted planting strategies.

Vestaron Corporation

Series C in 2022
Vestaron develops and manufactures peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Its offerings include Spear-T for thrips control in greenhouses, Spear-Lep for fruits and vegetables, and Leprotec for field use. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a research center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron aims to provide growers with effective, safe, and sustainable biopesticides.

Vestaron Corporation

Series C in 2022
Vestaron develops and manufactures peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Its offerings include Spear-T for thrips control in greenhouses, Spear-Lep for fruits and vegetables, and Leprotec for field use. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a research center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron aims to provide growers with effective, safe, and sustainable biopesticides.

BioPhero

Series A in 2021
BioPhero is a pioneering company focused on developing low-cost, bio-based pheromones for pest management. The company specializes in the efficient production of insect pheromones through fermentation using yeasts, which allows for an affordable alternative to traditional insecticides. By providing safe and effective pest control solutions, BioPhero aims to support farmers in managing pests while minimizing environmental impact and enhancing agricultural productivity.

Vestaron Corporation

Series B in 2021
Vestaron develops and manufactures peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Its offerings include Spear-T for thrips control in greenhouses, Spear-Lep for fruits and vegetables, and Leprotec for field use. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a research center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron aims to provide growers with effective, safe, and sustainable biopesticides.

BioPhero

Seed Round in 2018
BioPhero is a pioneering company focused on developing low-cost, bio-based pheromones for pest management. The company specializes in the efficient production of insect pheromones through fermentation using yeasts, which allows for an affordable alternative to traditional insecticides. By providing safe and effective pest control solutions, BioPhero aims to support farmers in managing pests while minimizing environmental impact and enhancing agricultural productivity.

Pasteuria Bioscience

Acquisition in 2012
Pasteuria Bioscience is a biotechnology company focused on developing biological nematicides to control nematode pests in crops and turf. It leverages a proprietary fermentation-based manufacturing method to produce multiple Pasteuria strains, enabling farmers to suppress nematodes without harming non-target organisms. Originating from University of Florida research and spun out from Entomos, the company has advanced its technology toward commercial-scale production and regulatory acceptance, supported by venture funding and ongoing field trials. Its portfolio emphasizes product development and an expanding intellectual property position to offer environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical nematicides.
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