Cooperative Ventures: Facilitating beneficial partnerships between startups and farmer-owned cooperatives.
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Operating
2021
Bloomington, IL, US
Cooperative Ventures is a venture capital fund dedicated to fostering beneficial partnerships between startups and farmer-owned cooperatives. Founded as a joint venture between CHS and GROWMARK, two leading agricultural supply cooperatives in North America, the company focuses on driving innovation in farming. It provides capital and support for emerging technologies that enhance agricultural practices, aiming to create value for both startups and the farming community.
Cooperative Ventures has made significant strides in promoting technological advancements in agriculture. By leveraging the extensive networks and resources of CHS and GROWMARK, the fund has successfully facilitated numerous partnerships that benefit farmers and ag cooperatives. The impact of these collaborations is evident in the improved efficiency and sustainability of farming operations across North America.
Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies2
Follow-on Investments1
Current Portfolio Count2
Top Investment Stages
Series A1 (50.0%)
Series B1 (50.0%)
Stage Mix
Series A 50%Series B 50%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
