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Good Seed Ventures

Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Rheine

Description

Good Seed Ventures is a German-based venture capital firm located in Rheine, dedicated to fostering a more sustainable global food system. The firm strategically deploys capital and leverages deep industry-specific knowledge to accelerate the growth of innovative startups. Their core mission revolves around supporting companies that are pioneering solutions in FoodTech and AgriTech, aiming to address critical challenges such as food waste, resource efficiency, and alternative protein sources.

The firm primarily targets early-stage companies, focusing on Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A rounds. Good Seed Ventures is known for its hands-on approach, providing not just financial backing but also strategic guidance and access to a robust network within the food and agriculture sectors. Their initial investments typically range from €200,000 to €1 million, demonstrating a commitment to supporting nascent ventures with significant growth potential. This initial capital is designed to help startups achieve critical milestones and scale their operations.

Beyond the initial capital injection, Good Seed Ventures actively participates in subsequent funding rounds, with follow-on investments potentially reaching up to €3 million. This long-term commitment underscores their belief in the sustained growth of their portfolio companies. As of recent data, the firm has made over a dozen investments, showcasing a diverse portfolio that includes innovations in areas like precision agriculture, plant-based alternatives, and food supply chain optimization. Their strategic involvement aims to ensure that their portfolio companies are well-positioned for market leadership and contribute meaningfully to the transition towards a more resilient and sustainable food future.

Investor Profile

Good Seed Ventures has backed more than 26 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 19% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Convertible Note rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United States, Israel.
  • Strong thematic focus on Food and Beverage, Food Processing, Biotechnology.
  • Typical check size: $216K – $1.1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (58%)
  • Series A (23%)
  • Convertible Note (8%)
  • Pre Seed (8%)
  • Series Unknown (4%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (38%)
  • United States (19%)
  • Israel (19%)
  • Switzerland (15%)
  • Spain (4%)
  • The Netherlands (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Food And Beverage
  • Food Processing
  • Biotechnology
  • Organic Food
  • Nutrition
  • Life Science
  • Alternative Protein
  • Personal Health
  • Wellness
  • Agriculture
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Who does Good Seed Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Earlybird Venture Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 2
Astanor Ventures
Europe, Luxembourg, Belgium, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 2
Social Starts
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Y Combinator
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 2
Vorwerk Ventures
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 3
Joyance Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
Clear Current Capital
North America, Florida, United States, Vero Beach
Co-Investments: 2
Blue Horizon Corporation
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 3
Stray Dog Capital
North America, Kansas, United States, Leawood
Co-Investments: 4
Grey Silo Ventures
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Good Seed Ventures often collaborate with?

YS
Europe, Vaud, Switzerland, Morges
Shared Deals: 1
DB
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
AA
Europe, Vaud, Switzerland, Lausanne
Shared Deals: 1
AD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AE
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AO
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
RB
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
SS
Europe, Sankt Gallen, Switzerland, Balgach
Shared Deals: 1
KV
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
KC
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Good Seed Ventures?

Nosh Biofoods

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Nosh Biofoods is a manufacturer of traditional meat.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingNutrition
Series UnknownSep 2, 2024
Nosh Biofoods

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Nosh Biofoods is a manufacturer of traditional meat.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingNutrition
SeedApr 21, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,550,880
Libre Foods

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Libre Foods is a biotech startup on a mission to liberate the food system and create a more free future for people, the planet and animals.

BiotechnologyLife ScienceWellness
SeedFeb 24, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,461,921
Lovely Day Foods

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Lovely Day Foods is a food biotech company creating bio-identical proteins to use as animal-free replacers in food, beverages and more.

BiotechnologyFood and BeverageFood Processing
Pre SeedNov 25, 2021
Amount Raised: $2,802,307
Formo

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Formo is a cell-ag company that develops animal-free dairy products using nature-identical milk proteins from precision fermentation.

BiotechnologyFood and BeverageLife Science
Convertible NoteAug 3, 2021
Planted Foods

Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland

Planted is a food processing company that specializes in plant-based meals.

Alternative ProteinFood and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic FoodPersonal Health
Convertible NoteAug 3, 2021
Amount Raised: $21,020,885
Planted Foods

Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland

Planted is a food processing company that specializes in plant-based meals.

Alternative ProteinFood and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic FoodPersonal Health
Series AAug 2, 2021
Amount Raised: $21,000,000
Lite+Fog

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Lite+Fog systems combine multiple innovations and proprietary solutions to a farming concept that brings outstanding results.

AgricultureAgTechFarming
Pre SeedJun 4, 2021
VlyFoods

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

VlyFoods is a foodtech startup that produces delicious milk alternatives made from pea protein.

DairyNutritionPlant-Based Foods
Series AMay 20, 2021
Amount Raised: $7,457,249
Chunk Foods

Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel

Chunk Foods makes clean-label, plant-based whole-cut products.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic Food
SeedApr 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $2,000,000