Rockstart

Rockstart is an accelerator based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2011. It specializes in early-stage investments in startups across various sectors, including energy, health, agrifood, and emerging technologies. With a strong focus on supporting purpose-driven founders, Rockstart not only provides capital but also offers coaching, mentorship, and access to markets, expertise, and a community of co-investors and partners. The company has invested in over 350 startups, achieving an alumni valuation exceeding $1.7 billion. Rockstart operates additional offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Bogotá, Colombia, and emphasizes impact-driven initiatives, including programs designed to assist entrepreneurs in Nepal. The firm's notable exits include companies like Wercker, Bouw7, and 3D Hubs, reflecting its commitment to fostering scalable innovations that drive positive change globally.

Francisca Sousa Guedes

Investment Manager

Max ter Horst

Managing Partner, Energy

Suzanne Kroeze

Investment Manager, Emerging Tech

Gem Kua

Investment Manager, Energy

Sam van der Linden

Investment Analyst

Don Ritzen

Interim Managing Partner Energy Fund

Philippe Schuit

Investment Director

Frederik Ploug Søgaard

Senior Investment Associate

Mick Valentin

Investment Analyst

Past deals in Fruits and Vegetables

Reduced

Seed Round in 2024
Reduced is a food production company focused on creating natural flavor enhancers from upcycled produce and surplus organic materials. The firm specializes in developing food products that utilize ingredients such as seaweed, shore crabs, egg-laying chickens, and bull calf bones, thereby addressing food waste while promoting sustainability. By leveraging these resources, Reduced aims to provide consumers with healthy, environmentally friendly food options that enhance culinary experiences.

Nanomik Biotechnology

Grant in 2022
Nanomik Biotechnology specializes in the development of next-generation biofungicides aimed at enhancing the shelf life of fresh fruits and vegetables. The company utilizes antimicrobial raw materials derived from naturally sourced microorganisms and active plant molecules, which are encapsulated in micro-sized biopolymer capsules. These natural microcapsules adhere to the surface of fruits, releasing their protective agents within 24 to 48 hours. The biopolymer forms an edible layer that effectively prevents mold growth, thereby safeguarding the produce. By providing an alternative to chemical fungicides, Nanomik's products ensure safety for both humans and the environment while also helping farmers reduce food spoilage and waste.

Reduced

Seed Round in 2022
Reduced is a food production company focused on creating natural flavor enhancers from upcycled produce and surplus organic materials. The firm specializes in developing food products that utilize ingredients such as seaweed, shore crabs, egg-laying chickens, and bull calf bones, thereby addressing food waste while promoting sustainability. By leveraging these resources, Reduced aims to provide consumers with healthy, environmentally friendly food options that enhance culinary experiences.

Reduced

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Reduced is a food production company focused on creating natural flavor enhancers from upcycled produce and surplus organic materials. The firm specializes in developing food products that utilize ingredients such as seaweed, shore crabs, egg-laying chickens, and bull calf bones, thereby addressing food waste while promoting sustainability. By leveraging these resources, Reduced aims to provide consumers with healthy, environmentally friendly food options that enhance culinary experiences.

Nanomik Biotechnology

Seed Round in 2020
Nanomik Biotechnology specializes in the development of next-generation biofungicides aimed at enhancing the shelf life of fresh fruits and vegetables. The company utilizes antimicrobial raw materials derived from naturally sourced microorganisms and active plant molecules, which are encapsulated in micro-sized biopolymer capsules. These natural microcapsules adhere to the surface of fruits, releasing their protective agents within 24 to 48 hours. The biopolymer forms an edible layer that effectively prevents mold growth, thereby safeguarding the produce. By providing an alternative to chemical fungicides, Nanomik's products ensure safety for both humans and the environment while also helping farmers reduce food spoilage and waste.

Nanomik Biotechnology

Convertible Note in 2020
Nanomik Biotechnology specializes in the development of next-generation biofungicides aimed at enhancing the shelf life of fresh fruits and vegetables. The company utilizes antimicrobial raw materials derived from naturally sourced microorganisms and active plant molecules, which are encapsulated in micro-sized biopolymer capsules. These natural microcapsules adhere to the surface of fruits, releasing their protective agents within 24 to 48 hours. The biopolymer forms an edible layer that effectively prevents mold growth, thereby safeguarding the produce. By providing an alternative to chemical fungicides, Nanomik's products ensure safety for both humans and the environment while also helping farmers reduce food spoilage and waste.

GreenPod Labs

Convertible Note in 2020
GreenPod Labs is a company focused on reducing post-harvest losses in the agricultural sector, particularly in India, where a significant portion of fruits and vegetables is lost due to inadequate storage and transportation. With the country facing economic losses of approximately $12 billion due to food waste, GreenPod Labs has developed an innovative active packaging technology. This technology utilizes nano-encapsulated plant extracts that naturally slow the ripening process of fruits and vegetables while minimizing microbial attacks. By effectively extending the shelf life of produce during storage and transport, GreenPod Labs aims to empower farmers to significantly reduce their losses and improve the overall efficiency of the supply chain.

GreenPod Labs

GreenPod Labs is a company focused on reducing post-harvest losses in the agricultural sector, particularly in India, where a significant portion of fruits and vegetables is lost due to inadequate storage and transportation. With the country facing economic losses of approximately $12 billion due to food waste, GreenPod Labs has developed an innovative active packaging technology. This technology utilizes nano-encapsulated plant extracts that naturally slow the ripening process of fruits and vegetables while minimizing microbial attacks. By effectively extending the shelf life of produce during storage and transport, GreenPod Labs aims to empower farmers to significantly reduce their losses and improve the overall efficiency of the supply chain.
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