Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Overview
The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) is a cabinet-level ministry of the Federal Republic of Germany. It is not a traditional investment firm but a government body that provides funding through various programs to support research, development, and innovation in the agriculture, food, and forestry sectors. Its objectives include ensuring food safety, promoting sustainable agriculture, and strengthening rural areas. The funding is typically provided as non-repayable grants to commercial enterprises, research institutions, and other organizations to support projects aligned with the ministry's policy goals.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
bmel.deInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| crop.zone | Jun 2022 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Infinite Roots | Oct 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Kynda Biotech GmbH | Nov 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture based?
Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture is headquartered in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
When was Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture founded?
Founding year information for Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture have?
Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include crop.zone, Infinite Roots, Kynda Biotech GmbH.
What was Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture's most recent investment shown here?
Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Infinite Roots in 2024.
What sectors does Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture focus on?
Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture focuses on Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability.
What company stages does Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture focus on?
Stage focus information for Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture is not publicly available.