ABOUT US
We are a specialized agribusiness investment group, with a high operational focus and an entrepeneurial mindset.
We invest in agricultural projects that improve human health and contribute to sustainable development.
We add value by being actively involved in the business. Our team members sum more than 100 years of experience in the agribusiness industry.
ABOUT US
We are a specialized agribusiness investment group, with a high operational focus and an entrepeneurial mindset.
We invest in agricultural projects that improve human health and contribute to sustainable development.
We add value by being actively involved in the business. Our team members sum more than 100 years of experience in the agribusiness industry.
STRATEGY
We invest in technology and long term consumer trends.
STRATEGY
We invest in technology and long term consumer trends.
Technology
We believe the agriculture of tomorrow will be driven by innovation.
We focus on the technologies that will transform the agriculture of tomorrow:
- New growing technologies: vertical farming, hydroponics and control environment farming
- Biocontrol and nutritional solutions for crops
- Precision farming
- Innovative Food and Alternative proteins: cellular cultivation and insect based proteins
- Digitalization
- Biotechnology
Investment criteria
We invest in companies with disruptive technologies and innovative solutions.
We invest in scalable projects.
We like to partner with exceptional founders and management teams.
We invest in every phase of a company´s life cycle: Pre A Series, A Series and follow-on investments.
Our total investment throughout the life of the investment ranges from €1 million to €10 million.
Long term consumer trends
We believe consumers are purpose driven and value their health, well-being and the future of the planet.
We invest in sustainable production: Locally grown products, Organic production and low carbon footprint.
We invest in the optimization of the food supply chain.
We invest in fresh produce categories with long term growth prospects: Citrus, Berries, Tropicals and Nuts.
Investment criteria
Greenfield projects
We invest directly in agricultural land. We get involved in the creation, development and running of state-of-the-art agricultural farms.
Companies
Leaders with a high growth project
We invest in companies which are leaders in segments or market niches with solid fundamentals, have an attractive growth project and a consistent track record of profitability.- Committed management team
We actively partner with management teams with a solid track record and an entrepeneurial approach. - Size
Our capital commitment ranges from €10 million to €30 million.
We invest in companies with an EBITDA of €1 million to €5 million.
Technology
We believe the agriculture of tomorrow will be driven by innovation.
We focus on the technologies that will transform the agriculture of tomorrow:
- New growing technologies: vertical farming, hydroponics and control environment farming
- Biocontrol and nutritional solutions for crops
- Precision farming
- Innovative Food and Alternative proteins: cellular cultivation and insect based proteins
- Digitalization
- Biotechnology
Investment criteria
We invest in companies with disruptive technologies and innovative solutions.
We invest in scalable projects.
We like to partner with exceptional founders and management teams.
We invest in every phase of a company´s life cycle: Pre A Series, A Series and follow-on investments.
Our total investment throughout the life of the investment ranges from €1 million to €10 million.
Long term consumer trends
We believe consumers are purpose driven and value their health, well-being and the future of the planet
We invest in sustainable production: Locally grown products, Organic production and low carbon footprint
We invest in the optimization of the food supply chain
We invest in fresh produce categories with long term growth prospects: Citrus, Berries, Tropicals and Nuts
Investment criteria
Greenfield projects
We invest directly in agricultural land. We get involved in the creation, development and running of state-of-the-art agricultural farms.
Companies
Leaders with a high growth project
We invest in companies which are leaders in segments or market niches with solid fundamentals, have an attractive growth project and a consistent track record of profitability- Committed management team
We actively partner with management teams with a solid track record and an entrepeneurial approach - Size
Our capital commitment ranges from €10 million to €30 million.
We invest in companies with an EBITDA of €1 million to €5 million.
How we create value
Active involvement
We add beyond capital. Our deep industry expertise allows us to understand faster and better the companies and get involved in the running of the business.
Management team development
Through our extensive ag-business network and expertise, we build and support best in class management teams.
Operational improvements
Our unique focus on agribusiness provides us with the technical knowledge to optimize and improve the operations.
Inorganic growth
We help companies accomplish their growth projects by acquiring other companies and generating sinergies.
How we create value
Active involvement
We add beyond capital. Our deep industry expertise allows us to understand faster and better the companies and get involved in the running of the business.
Management team development
Through our extensive ag-business network and expertise, we build and support best in class management teams.
Operational improvements
Our unique focus on agribusiness provides us with the technical knowledge to optimize and improve the operations.
Inorganic growth
We help companies accomplish their growth projects by acquiring other companies and generating sinergies.
PORTFOLIO
We are long term investors: we are not constrained by time and our investment period goes typically beyond 10 years.
We invest wherever we see value creation potential: Early stage, Start-Ups, Growth Equity, Buy-Outs, Green Field Projects and Real Estate
We look for investment opportunities at a global scale.
PORTFOLIO
We are long term investors: we are not constrained by time and our investment period goes typically beyond 10 years.
We invest wherever we see value creation potential: Early stage, Start-Ups, Growth Equity, Buy-Outs, Green Field Projects and Real Estate.
We look for investment opportunities at a global scale.
Invested
Invested
Divested
TEAM
We are always on the move.
We are one of the most experienced teams in agribusiness in Europe.
We are proud of our entrepreneurial expertise and hands-on approach.
TEAM
We are always on the move.
We are one of the most experienced teams in agribusiness in Europe.
We are proud of our entrepreneurial expertise and hands-on approach.
Alexandre Pierron Darbonne
Founding Partner & CEO
Alexandre served as President & CEO of Planasa, the global leader in berry plant genetics he helped create during more than 15 years.
Luis Sánchez - Alciturri
Partner & Head of Tax and Legal
Luis served as Global Head of Taxes in Gamesa Corporación, a Spanish publicly listed MNE engaged in the renewable energy sector for more than 6 years.
José Luis Garcés
Partner & Head of Farming Operations
Jose Luis worked in Planasa for more than 35 years, 18 of which as Director of Operations.
Álvaro Mariategui
Senior Analyst
Alvaro worked for 4 years in the M&A team of PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC), where he was involved in transactions in the consumer and agribusiness industries.
Luis Álvarez
Portfolio Controller
Luis worked in Azkoyen Group during 7 years, initially as head of consolidation and reporting of the Group, after which he was promoted to finance manager of its retail division.
José Luis Díaz
CFO
Jose Luis joined Planasa as CFO for Spain in 2003 and became Corporate CFO of Planasa in June 2012, a position he held for 5 years.
Jaime Porras
Senior Advisor
Jaime currently serves as partner at Alantra Wealth Management.
Elena Ibáñez Martínez
Financial Reporting Manager
Elena worked as Manager in Deloitte‘s Audit & Assurance practice. She led audit projects of financial sector entities related to asset management, intermediation and securities custody and participated in projects of conversion and reconciliation between Spanish GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP.
Ángel Zardoya
Procurement Manager
Angel worked in Planasa during 19 years as Procurement Manager.
Maite Odériz
Head of administration
Maite worked during 10 years in Graftech Iberica as Head of Accounting and Business Analyst.
Esther Mañú
Executive assistant
Esther worked in Planasa during 4 years as Executive Assistant and 13 years in CNTA (The National Centre for Food Technology and Safety) as Management Secretary.
Irune Calvo
Accounting
Irune worked in the General accounting and in the financial department at Valco Melton for 7 years.
Alexandre Pierron Darbonne
Founding Partner & CEO
Alexandre served as President & CEO of Planasa, the global leader in berry plant genetics he helped create during more than 15 years.
Luis Sánchez – Alciturri
Partner & Head of Tax and Legal
Luis served as Global Head of Taxes in Gamesa Corporación, a Spanish publicly listed MNE engaged in the renewable energy sector for more than 6 years.
José Luis Garcés
Partner & Head of Farming Operations
Jose Luis worked in Planasa for more than 35 years, 18 of which as Director of Operations.
Álvaro Mariategui
Senior Analyst
Alvaro worked for 4 years in the M&A team of PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC), where he was involved in transactions in the consumer and agribusiness industries.
Luis Álvarez
Portfolio Controller
Luis worked in Azkoyen Group during 7 years, initially as head of consolidation and reporting of the Group, after which he was promoted to finance manager of its retail division.
José Luis Díaz
CFO
Jose Luis joined Planasa as CFO for Spain in 2003 and became Corporate CFO of Planasa in June 2012, a position he held for 5 years.
Jaime Porras
Senior Advisor
Jaime currently serves as partner at Alantra Wealth Management.
Elena Ibáñez Martínez
Financial Reporting Manager
Elena worked as Manager in Deloitte‘s Audit & Assurance practice. She led audit projects of financial sector entities related to asset management, intermediation and securities custody and participated in projects of conversion and reconciliation between Spanish GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP.
Ángel Zardoya
Procurement Manager
Angel worked in Planasa during 19 years as Procurement Manager
Maite Odériz
Head of administration
Maite worked during 10 years in Graftech Iberica as Head of Accounting and Business Analyst.
Esther Mañú
Executive assistant
Esther worked in Planasa during 4 years as Executive Assistant and 13 years in CNTA (The National Centre for Food Technology and Safety) as Management Secretary.
Irune Calvo
Accounting
Irune worked in the General accounting and in the financial department at Valco Melton for 7 years.
Contact us
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Cortes de Navarra 5, 1º Derecha
31002 Pamplona (Navarra)
SPAIN
+34 948 150 570
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