What is Infarm?
Founded in 2013, Infarm operates at the intersection of agritech and urban infrastructure. The company specializes in the deployment of vertical farming networks that utilize advanced data analytics and IoT-enabled systems to grow fresh produce directly within retail environments and distribution hubs. By eliminating the traditional long-haul logistics associated with fresh food, Infarm provides a scalable solution to the inefficiencies of modern agricultural supply chains. Their market position is defined by a unique 'Farming-as-a-Service' model, which allows for rapid deployment and consistent yield optimization, positioning the firm as a critical player in the global transition toward sustainable, climate-resilient food systems.
How much funding has Infarm raised?
Infarm has raised a total of $629.5M across 6 funding rounds:
Unspecified
$4.5M
Series A
$25M
Series B
$100M
Series C
$200M
Other Financing Round
$100M
Series D
$200M
Unspecified (2017): $4.5M with participation from Cherry Ventures
Series A (2018): $25M led by Balderton Capital
Series B (2019): $100M supported by Atomico, TriplePoint Venture Growth BDC, Astanor Ventures, Cherry Ventures, and Balderton Capital
Series C (2020): $200M featuring Bonnier, Astanor Ventures, LGT Lightstone, Hanaco, TriplePoint Capital, Atomico, Latitude, Haniel, and Mons Capital
Other Financing Round (2021): $100M backed by Atomico and Hanaco
Series D (2021): $200M with participation from Bonnier, Hanaco, Lightrock, Qatar Investment Authority, Partners in Equity, and Atomico
Key Investors in Infarm
Atomico
Atomico is a European Venture Capital firm headquartered in London, with offices in Paris, Berlin and Stockholm. Its founder and CEO is Niklas Zennström, a serial entrepreneur who co-founded Skype and Kazaa.
Qatar Investment Authority
Founded in 2005, Qatar Investment Authority is headquartered in Doha, Qatar. They specialize in foreign and domestic investment with a focus on listed securities, property, alternative assets and private equity.
Balderton Capital
Balderton Capital is a London-based venture capital firm that raises dedicated funds to invest in early-stage, high-growth technology companies across Europe, typically leading Seed and Series A rounds and supporting founders through global scaleup and exits.
What's next for Infarm?
With the recent infusion of $200M, Infarm is strategically positioned to accelerate its international expansion and enhance its technological stack. The company is expected to focus on increasing the density of its urban farm networks while further automating its harvesting and distribution processes. As the firm moves beyond its initial scaling phase, the focus will likely shift toward achieving operational profitability through economies of scale and the integration of more diverse crop varieties. Investors will be monitoring the company's ability to maintain its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving vertical farming sector, particularly as it navigates the complexities of global supply chain integration and energy-efficient production at scale.
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