In a major milestone for sustainable food systems, Pymwymic’s Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II has successfully closed at €71.5 million, surpassing its original target of €70 million. The fund has attracted significant investments from over 250 private investors, including individuals and institutional players such as AGCO, ASR, Invest International, Invest-NL, Klaverblad Verzekeringen, Oost NL, and Van Lanschot Kempen. The successful close signals strong market interest in regenerative food systems and the need for transformative solutions in the global food production and consumption chain.

Investing in a Regenerative Food System

The urgency of addressing environmental and societal challenges in the food sector has never been more pressing. The global food system is a leading contributor to biodiversity loss, environmental degradation, and public health crises. Pymwymic’s Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II seeks to mitigate these impacts by supporting companies that are driving change in the food and agricultural sectors. The fund aims to transform the food supply chain with a focus on regenerative practices such as sustainable farming, food waste reduction, soil health, and crop intelligence.

Pymwymic’s Managing Partner, Rogier Pieterse, emphasized the need for a regenerative food system as the only viable path forward. “We are committed to the reality that a regenerative food system is the only way forward and support the daredevils working on solutions advancing this pathway,” he stated.

The fund prioritizes early-stage AgriFood scale-ups that leverage cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices to address the most pressing challenges in food production. Companies that focus on soil health, sustainable farming, and reducing food waste are central to the fund's investment strategy.

Building a Diverse Investor Coalition

The over-subscribed funding round highlights a growing commitment from a diverse range of investors to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable food system. In addition to the strong backing from over 250 private investors, seven institutional investors have joined the coalition, adding further credibility to the fund’s mission. This broad investor base ensures that the fund has the necessary resources and expertise to support innovative companies that are reshaping the food sector.

The Pymwymic Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II is part of a broader strategy by Pymwymic to lead the way in impact investing. With a focus on both financial returns and positive environmental impact, the fund targets investments in businesses that contribute to solving the world’s most pressing food and sustainability issues.

Supporting Innovative Solutions for the Future of Food

The fund is already making strides, with six companies in its portfolio, each of which is contributing to the transformation of the food system. These companies are working on a variety of solutions that span from innovative farming practices to technologies designed to reduce food waste. The goal is not just to invest in companies, but to provide long-term support that accelerates the development and scale-up of sustainable solutions.

Pymwymic’s mission is to unite diverse stakeholders under a shared vision of a food system that is not only more sustainable but healthier for both people and the planet. By connecting investors, entrepreneurs, and institutions, the fund aims to bring groundbreaking innovations to market faster. These collective efforts will help drive the transition toward a more resilient, regenerative, and sustainable food system.

The Role of Pymwymic in Impact Investing

Pymwymic has been at the forefront of impact investing since 1994, with a clear mission to back companies that care for both people and the planet. This commitment is reflected in their portfolio, which includes investments in companies that tackle environmental and societal challenges across various sectors. The Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II is the latest chapter in this ongoing effort.

The fund is the second of its kind from Pymwymic, following the success of its first impact fund, the Healthy Ecosystems Impact Fund I, which closed in 2021. That fund focused on solutions for preserving and restoring ecosystems, with nine portfolio companies, three of which have already exited.

Looking Ahead: A Transformative Future for Food

As Pymwymic looks to the future, the Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II will continue to seek out and support visionary entrepreneurs who are transforming the global food system. The combined efforts of its investors, portfolio companies, and other stakeholders will help drive the development of solutions that are essential for building a healthier and more sustainable food system for future generations.

“We have the responsibility to tackle the challenges within our food system and transform how we produce and consume food,” said Pieterse. “This fund is not just about capital, but about supporting the entrepreneurs who will lead the way in creating a future where food systems are regenerative and sustainable.”

Pymwymic’s Healthy Food Systems Impact Fund II marks a significant step forward in addressing the environmental and social challenges posed by today’s food system. With a diverse group of investors and a strong portfolio of innovative companies, the fund is well-positioned to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, regenerative food system. This milestone demonstrates the increasing recognition of the need for change and the growing role of impact investing in tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges.