Unigrains

Unigrains is a French investment company focused on the agribusiness sector, established in 1963 and based in Paris. It concentrates on opportunities in the agri-food and agritech segments, pursuing global investments through direct minority stakes and through specialized investment vehicles. The company provides specialized financing to France’s agribusiness sector, supporting growth across the agricultural value chain.

Florence Alin

Investment Director

Julien Becquet

Investment Manager

Didier Bosc

Director of Strategy and Added Value

Virginie Boutrouille

Investment Manager

Pascal Bridier

Investment Director

Past deals in Food Processing

Leygatech

Venture Round in 2023
Leygatech is a manufacturer specializing in flexible film packaging solutions. It caters to the agri-food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic sectors, offering a range of products including trays, containers, industrial ducts, films, and sheaths. The company's products are designed with the circular economy in mind, incorporating functionalities that meet the requirements of sustainable and efficient packaging.

Huilerie Cauvin

Private Equity Round in 2022
Huilerie Cauvin is a producer and supplier of edible oils, specializing in a diverse range of products, including olive, pumpkin seed, linseed, sesame, and soybean oils. The company operates a factory dedicated to producing high-quality oils that enhance the flavor of various dishes, catering to both home cooks and professional chefs. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Huilerie Cauvin serves consumers and the food industry, including restaurant owners, by providing oils that facilitate better cooking and elevate culinary experiences.

Loyez Woessen

Venture Round in 2021
Loyez Woessen is a company that specializes in the production and distribution of dairy products, primarily focusing on various types of butter. Their product range includes roll butter, spreadable butter, salted butter, unsalted butter, and Woessen butter, catering to the needs of wholesale, retail, and catering businesses. The company emphasizes customization, allowing clients to select products that meet their specific requirements while maintaining competitive pricing. In addition to their dairy offerings, Loyez Woessen also provides packing and distribution services, ensuring efficient delivery to their customers.

Eurogerm

Acquisition in 2021
Eurogerm specializes in the production and distribution of flour correctors, focusing on natural cereal ingredients for the bread and pastry industries. The company prioritizes quality control to ensure consumers receive a sustainable and high-quality diet.

L'Angélys

Venture Round in 2020
L'Angélys is a food production company that manufactures ice creams and sorbets. It offers a varied range of ice creams, full fruit sorbets, gourmet and gastronomic collections that are made with fresh and healthy ingredients, enabling consumers to enjoy gluten-free ice creams. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in Fontcouverte, France.

Cristal Union

Private Equity Round in 2019
Cristal Union is an agro-industrial cooperative group based in Europe, recognized as one of the leading producers of sugar and alcohol. The organization operates within the agricultural sector, focusing on the production and processing of sugar beets and other related products. Through its cooperative structure, Cristal Union brings together various stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, fostering collaboration and efficiency. The group plays a significant role in the European market, contributing to both the sugar and alcohol industries while emphasizing sustainable practices and innovation in its production methods.

Roger Descours Group

Venture Round in 2018
Roger Descours Group SAS is a French company that specializes in the production and retail of frozen fruits. Established in 2006, the company operates from its headquarters in Saint Barthelemy Le Meil, France. It offers a diverse range of fruit products, including apricots, raspberries, mangoes, strawberries, and cherries, catering to consumer demand for quality and variety. In addition to frozen fruits, Roger Descours Group is involved in chestnut processing and commercialization, providing a comprehensive approach to fruit production and retail. The company focuses on delivering exotic fruits from a single source, ensuring accessibility and competitive pricing for its customers.

Genuine Coconut

Private Equity Round in 2017
Genuine Coconut is a producer of natural, organic coconut water marketed as an isotonic and rehydrating drink. The company is based in Zaragoza, Spain, with coconuts sourced from organic plantations in Thailand. It uses a proprietary technology to remove the husk and apply an easy-to-open ring pull on the coconut shell, enabling consumers to drink the liquid directly from the shell in a convenient, scalable way.

Océalia

Venture Round in 2017
Océalia is an agricultural cooperative based in Cognac, France, engaged in a diverse range of activities including plant crops, livestock, and viticulture. The company operates various subsidiaries that encompass garden centers, long-distance transport, and the production and marketing of popcorn, as well as the bottling and distribution of local wines, cognac, and pineau. Additionally, Océalia specializes in processing and distributing animal feed and cereal grains. The cooperative is committed to sustainable practices, aiming to produce healthy and varied food products while addressing customer needs and creating economic, social, and environmental value.

Boortmalt

Private Equity Round in 2017
Boortmalt is a global malting company that produces and supplies high-quality barley malt to breweries, distilleries, and food industries worldwide. With an annual production capacity of 3 million tonnes across 27 plants on five continents, Boortmalt is renowned for its expertise in malting. As a subsidiary of Axereal, Europe's largest grain cooperative, Boortmalt ensures consistent access to premium barley.

Axereal

Private Equity Round in 2017
Axéréal est un groupe agro-industriel de 4000 collaborateurs présents dans 13 pays (France, Belgique, Royaume Uni, Irlande, Ethiopie, Inde, Algérie, Bulgarie, Croatie, Hongrie, Roumanie, Serbie, Slovaquie). 350 métiers, 6 branches : Métiers du grain, Meunerie, Malterie, Négoce international, Nutrition animale et Activités spécialisées.

Nutrisens

Private Equity Round in 2017
Nutrisens is a nutrition and health company that designs, produces and distributes nutritional products for individuals, catering and healthcare facilities. Its offerings include clinical foods, dehydrated and ready meals, enriched drinks and fortified preparations, with options for age-related illnesses, chronic and acute conditions, food allergies and general wellbeing. Nutrisens collaborates with health professionals, scientists and engineers to tailor products to specific needs, helping customers address health issues without compromising flavor. Founded in 2014 and based in Francheville, France, Nutrisens serves markets across life stages and care settings.

Vegafruits

Venture Round in 2017
Vegafruits is a cooperative based in Saint-Nicolas-de-Port, France, specializing in the production and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, with a particular focus on Mirabelle de Lorraine. Founded in 1991, it unites over 200 producers across 600 hectares of orchards, boasting a production capacity of approximately 8,000 tonnes of fruit annually. In addition to fresh fruits, Vegafruits offers a variety of products, including processed fruits, oils, and fruity baskets, catering to the diverse needs of the agri-food industry.

Arterris

Private Equity Round in 2016
Arterris is a French agricultural cooperative operating primarily in the Occitanie and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur regions. It unites over 25,000 farmers, leveraging their diverse expertise and regional backgrounds. The cooperative specializes in animal processing, particularly focusing on sheep, and also engages in various agricultural activities, including the supply of fodder, grain trading, and cereal seed processing. By covering a territory from the Mediterranean shores to the Garonne plains, Arterris provides its members with vital support for the development and diversification of their agricultural operations.

Maître Prunille

Private Equity Round in 2016
Maître Prunille is a French producer and distributor of dried fruits and soft fruits, specializing in prunes and a range of dried and stone fruits such as dried apricots, dates, figs, and raisins, as well as nut–fruit mixes. Based in Casseneuil, France, the company processes plums for prunes and other fruits, develops orchard management, harvesting, and drying specifications, and distributes its products through partnerships with off‑home catering, agro‑food industries, wholesalers, retail stores in France and abroad, confectionery shops, and an online store. Its offerings span retail, foodservice, and food‑industry ranges, including organic products, snacks, and ingredients for cereals, yogurts, and pastries, serving general public and professional customers. Maître Prunille emphasizes consistent organoleptic fruit quality and traceability across its product lines.

La Tourangelle

Venture Round in 2016
Founded in France in 1867, La Tourangelle is a specialty oil producer known for its artisanal approach. It offers a wide variety of oils, including avocado, coconut, walnut, sesame, olive, and almond oils, among others. The company's products are available through retail stores and online platforms in the United States.

Bontoux

Acquisition in 2016
Bontoux is a distinguished producer of essential oils and natural extracts, serving diverse industries including perfumery, food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. With a rich heritage dating back to 1898, the company is located in the Drôme region of Provence, where the Bontoux family has been cultivating and distilling aromatic plants for over a century. Bontoux leverages its global operations, agricultural expertise, and specialized processing techniques to offer a portfolio of 250 conventional and certified organic essential oils and natural extracts, sourced from the surrounding land of its production sites. This commitment to quality and sustainability positions Bontoux as a key player in the fragrance and flavor sectors.

CARSO Group

Private Equity Round in 2016
Founded in 1992, CARSO Group specializes in environmental and agrifood analytical services. It offers a wide range of accredited laboratory analyses, including water quality, industrial hygiene, forensic samples, and consumer products, ensuring regulatory compliance and public safety across diverse sectors.

Stoeffler

Private Equity Round in 2015
Stoeffler is a producer of packaged meat products based in Obernai, France, specializing in Alsatian charcuterie and delicatessen items. The company manufactures and markets a variety of processed foods, including sauerkraut, flammekueche, and sausages, catering primarily to hypermarkets and supermarkets in the self-service section. In addition to retail distribution, Stoeffler develops products for the out-of-home catering sector and collaborates with brands that offer frozen food items, ensuring a diverse range of convenient meal options for consumers.

Bretzel Burgard

Venture Round in 2015
Founded in France in 1935 by the Burgard family, Bretzel Burgard specializes in producing high-quality frozen bakery products. Initially operating as a traditional artisan bakery, the company shifted its focus to manufacturing fresh pretzels and aperitif biscuits in the 1950s. Today, it offers a wide range of gourmet tailor-made products such as briefcases, pretzels, mini-burgers, canapes, bagels, and bread.

Agrial

Private Equity Round in 2014
Agrial is a prominent French agricultural and food-processing cooperative group based in Caen. It consists of 14,000 farmer members and engages in a variety of activities, including agricultural production, distribution, and agro-food processing. The cooperative sources its products from its member farmers, offering a diverse range of goods such as milk, fresh vegetables, fruit, beverages, and meat. Agrial is expanding its operations beyond France, with a growing presence in Europe, Africa, and the United States.

Vivescia

Venture Round in 2014
Vivescia is an international agricultural cooperative group focused on the production and processing of cereals. It operates within the farming and food sectors, primarily dedicated to the processing of grains for food applications. The cooperative unites approximately 12,000 farmers, collectively harvesting around 4 million tonnes of crops annually. Vivescia is involved in the transportation and marketing of arable crops, emphasizing the integration of agricultural practices with food processing to enhance efficiency and sustainability in the industry.

Sénalia

Venture Round in 2014
Sénalia Union is a French company headquartered in Chartres, specializing in grain storage and logistics services. Established in 2002, it operates the largest grain and agro-industrial port terminals at the port of Rouen, boasting a total storage capacity exceeding 800,000 tonnes. In the 2015/16 period, Sénalia handled over 8.5 million tonnes of agricultural products, including cereals, sugar, and bio-ethanol. The company plays a vital role in the loading of ships, a function that accounted for 5.2 million tonnes of its operations. Sénalia's operations are supported by its members, who collectively represent nearly 60% of French cereal collection, allowing the company to facilitate the export of agricultural products and enhance the processing of these commodities.

Moulins Dumee

Private Equity Round in 2014
Moulins Dumee is a producer of bread products, operating across France and internationally. The company uses advanced technology in its facilities to ensure high-quality flour, which it sells through retail stores.

Traiteur de Paris

Venture Round in 2014
Traiteur de Paris is a French company based in Cesson-Sévigné, founded in 1993. It specializes in the production of frozen food and French delicacies, including a variety of pastries, cakes, and individual desserts. The company also offers an array of culinary aids designed for the catering industry, such as canapés, petits fours, and part-cooked vegetables. Traiteur de Paris is dedicated to providing top-quality products that cater to the needs of professionals in the food sector.

Moret Industries Group

Private Equity Round in 2014
Moret Industries Group, established over 150 years ago, is a global leader in primary and secondary processing within the agro-industry. Headquartered in France with operations across eight countries, the group employs over 700 personnel and generates €200 million in annual turnover, predominantly from exports. Moret Industries specializes in designing, manufacturing, and supplying high-performance equipment and services to clients in sugar, alcohol, bioconversion, drying, granulation, and energy savings sectors. The company's portfolio comprises five key brands: Maguin, Interis, VetterTec, Promill, and De Smet Engineering & Contractors.

Sill Entreprises

Private Equity Round in 2014
Sill Entreprises is a family-run agro-food company based in Plouvien, France, specializing in the production of dairy products, fruit juices, soups, and frozen ready meals. The company emphasizes a blend of tradition and innovation in its offerings, catering to both domestic and international markets. Through its diverse product range, Sill Entreprises aims to meet the evolving tastes and preferences of consumers while maintaining a commitment to quality and natural ingredients.

ABCD Nutrition

Venture Round in 2013
ABCD Nutrition is a prominent manufacturer and marketer of organic and gluten-free food products, specializing in a diverse range of items including madeleines, muffins, cookies, biscuits, and crunchy toasts, as well as cereals. The company is dedicated to food benevolence and ensures that its offerings are readily available to consumers through supermarkets and specialty stores. Its product lines feature well-known brands such as "The Céliane Recipes," "Viadelice," and "Moulin Amhara," reflecting its commitment to quality and nutrition.

La Triskalia

Private Equity Round in 2013
La Triskalia is an agricultural and agri-food cooperative based in Brittany, dedicated to supporting farmers in their professional development and enhancing their production capabilities. The cooperative engages in processing and marketing agricultural products, while also providing advisory services related to economic and environmental matters. Through its various initiatives, La Triskalia aims to foster sustainable agricultural practices and improve the overall efficiency and viability of its member farmers.

Eurial

Private Equity Round in 2012
Eurial is a multinational dairy company focused on growth markets in France and internationally. It specializes in milk collection and processing, producing a wide range of cheeses and other dairy products for both industrial use and direct consumption.

Weishardt

Venture Round in 2011
Weishardt Holding specializes in manufacturing pig skin, bovine hide, and fish gelatin for pharmaceutical, edible, and technical applications. The company's products are certified according to high-level food safety standards and its R&D teams focus on innovating products and processes. Weishardt is committed to sustainability and has implemented a CSR management system. It offers a range of specific fish collagen peptides, Naticol, primarily used in functional foods and cosmetics.

Malteurop

Private Equity Round in 2009
Malteurop is a prominent global leader in the malt industry, specializing in the production of barley malt, a crucial ingredient for brewers and distillers. With a presence in 14 countries across four continents and operating 27 plants, Malteurop integrates the barley-malt-beer value chain, serving as a key partner to brewers. The company is dedicated to securing access to raw materials, managing pricing risks, and developing innovative barley varieties. Its extensive network and local engagement in various malt markets allow it to provide clients with quality products at competitive prices.

Brioche Pasquier

Venture Round in 2007
Founded in 1974 in Les Cerqueux, France, Brioche Pasquier is a renowned manufacturer of baked goods and pastries. The company specializes in producing brioche products using traditional family recipes.

Cooperl

Private Equity Round in 1995
Cooperl is a French food company that specializes in pig production and operates as an agricultural cooperative. Established in 1966 by a group of 24 breeders in the Lamballe region of Brittany, Cooperl focuses on ensuring food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity, and environmental respect. The company produces a wide range of pork products, including loins, legs, shoulders, bellies, trimmings, giblets, and guts. Additionally, Cooperl has a dedicated feed formulation department that creates animal feed tailored to meet high standards of quality and safety, thus supporting risk-free food production for consumers.
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