Grassa has secured EUR 3.6 million to expand its grass protein production technology, providing a sustainable alternative to soy and addressing nitrogen emissions in the agricultural sector.

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Grassa, a pioneering company in the agricultural sector, has successfully raised EUR 3.6 million to advance its innovative grass protein production technology. This investment round was spearheaded by Perspectieffonds Gelderland (PFG), a provincial fund from Gelderland managed by Oost NL, and backed by existing stakeholders, including Fransen Gerrits and Brightlands Venture Partners. The funds will primarily support scaling the production process, demonstrating its value to dairy farmers, and developing grass protein suitable for human consumption.

The core process at Grassa involves the transformation of grass into “Opened grass” and grass juice, which serve as the foundation for extracting grass protein. This protein offers a sustainable alternative to imported soy, significantly mitigating the ecological impact associated with food production.

Industry Overview in the Target’s Specific Country

The agricultural sector in the Netherlands plays a critical role in the country's economy, contributing to a robust produce and livestock industry. In recent years, there has been an increasing focus on sustainable practices to reduce the environmental impact of farming operations. Among