Astanor Ventures II

Astanor Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The firm specializes in investing in technology-enabled companies within the agri-food sector, focusing on entrepreneurs who aim to regenerate food systems and the blue ocean economy. Astanor Ventures targets early-stage investments in agriculture and food technology, particularly emphasizing sustainable and impactful solutions. Its investments span a global network, with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and the firm actively seeks to support over 45 companies that align with its vision of creating a nourishing, regenerative, and trusted food future. Through a combination of capital, sector expertise, and a network of diverse stakeholders, Astanor Ventures is dedicated to promoting innovations that enhance the agri-food value chain.

Hendrik Van Asbroeck

Managing Partner

Valerie Christy

Associate

George Coelho

Partner

Arnout Dijkhuizen

Principal

Emmanuel Faber

Partner

Adrian Friederich

Associate

Arne Hautekiet

Analyst

Leslie Kapin-Royere

Principal

Hans Marteau

Partner

Laetitia de Panafieu

Principal

Kanira Shah

Principal

Luisa Somaini

Analyst

Christina Ulardic

Partner

Past deals in Belgium

Aphea.Bio

Series B in 2020
Aphea.Bio NV/SA, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Gent, Belgium, specializes in the manufacture of biopesticides and biostimulants aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture. The company focuses on developing next-generation biopesticides derived from natural microorganisms, providing alternatives to traditional chemical pesticides, which face increasing regulatory scrutiny. Additionally, Aphea.Bio creates innovative biostimulants that enhance crop growth by improving nutrient uptake from the soil. Its products are designed to increase crop yields and protect against specific fungal diseases, contributing to more sustainable farming practices.
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