To thrive, we need innovation in food and agriculture. The world’s population is growing and our presence is straining the planet’s resources, forcing us to develop and use smarter and more efficient ways to deal with foods and the way they are produced.

This is the focus of Greensoil Agro & Food Technologies Fund (GAFT).

Launched in 2011, Greensoil Investments is the first venture capital fund with an exclusive focus on Israeli agro & food technologies. Israel is the birthplace of many innovations that have transformed agriculture and food production. We provide equity capital along with hands-on management expertise and support to high-growth companies with a business model in place.

Greensoil’s team of professionals provides portfolio companies with business development expertise in global markets so they can effectively manage their relationships with large agro & food companies.

We are actively seeking companies that match our investment themes.

Our focus

Geographic Focus

Israel and Europe.

Outstanding Team

Capable and professional management with drive, technology expertise and vision.

Superior Technology

Proven and backed by robust IP and knowhow, delivering superior solutions or disrupting a market.

Attractive Market Opportunity

A large and growing target market and the ability to lead it.

Compelling Business Model

A compelling business proposition based on a solid and scalable business plan, with rapid growth in international markets.

Traction

Actual or very near-time revenue, with significant partnerships

Why GreenSoil

We understand your business and needs

We have deep domain expertise. Our team is made up of seasoned investment professionals and experts in both the agriculture and food industries.

We build strategic partnerships

We become actively involved with the company on a board level, advising the company on strategy and business development as well as opening doors to relevant players in the market.

We help our portfolio companies grow

GreenSoil has a strong global network in the agro & food industries, and maintains strong ties with other leading venture capital & private equity funds specializing in the sector.

Our Team

Greensoil Investments is run by seasoned professionals with expertise and experience in investment, fund management, general management, and business development. We have an intimate knowledge of the thriving Israeli private equity industry and are well-connected to global companies in the Agro & Food industry. We are passionate about what we do and maintain a close and positive working relationship with our portfolio companies and our investors.

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Alan Greenberg

Co-Founder and Chairman
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Gideon Soesman

Co-Founder and Managing Partner
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Ervin Leibovici

Venture Partner
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Ido Toronchik

Controller
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Miri Greidi

Office Manager

GAFT Advisory Board

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Prof. Eyal Shimoni

CTO of Strauss Group
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Aart van 't Land

Director Business Development Manager at Lely Holdings
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Prof. Raoul Bino

MD Agrotechnology & Food Sciences Group at Wageningen UR

GAFT Portfolio

AgriVest 2018- Highlights

GAFT News

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Bioharvest Sciences Inc. Announces Closing of the First Tranche of Its Private Placement

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CropX Awarded as Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum

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BioHarvest Sciences expects to commercialize its first cannabis-based products in first half of 2022

BioHarvest Sciences Inc (CSE:BHSC) reports that it has successfully performed certain critical tasks necessary for the completion of its cannabis development program.
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TIPA Expands Presence in North America

Compostable packaging producer TIPA announced its expansion into North America.
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