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Agros
Agros was founded in 2020 by Max Nelen, who previously worked at Roland Berger and Rainmaking. The firm targets smallholder farmers with technology and capital...
Agros
Agros was founded in 2020 by Max Nelen, who previously worked at Roland Berger and Rainmaking. The firm targets smallholder farmers with technology and capital aimed at raising incomes and cutting emissions. Agros deploys capital through direct offerings of solar irrigation, soil products and pay-after-harvest financing. Confirmed partners include Silverstrand Capital, Global Innovation Fund and Steve Melhuish. Activity covers Indonesia, Cambodia and Myanmar. The firm lists 2025 participation by Global Innovation Fund in its Series A round. It maintains membership in EuroCham Cambodia. No additional offices or headcount figures are recorded. Agros operates with a hybrid structure that combines technology supply, advisory and financing under one entity, distinct from pure fund vehicles.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
2020
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Brazil
City
Vicosa
Corporate office
Vicosa, Brazil
Principals
Max Nelen
Founder and CEO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Agros?
Max Nelen serves as Founder and CEO. No separate CIO or investment committee is named in available records.
How does Agros source proprietary deal flow?
Agros builds flow through direct farmer networks and partnerships with Global Innovation Fund and Silverstrand Capital.
Does Agros participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Agros executes direct deployments via its Agrosolar, Agrosoil and financing vehicles rather than external fund commitments.
What investment stages does Agros typically target?
Agros focuses on operational deployment to existing smallholder farms rather than early-stage venture or growth equity.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
No public disclosure identifies the capital source behind Agros.
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