Nordic Forestry Automation Secures €4.3 Million in Growth Funding for AI-Driven Machinery

Nordic Forestry Automation (NFA), a Lund-based Agritech startup, raised €4.3 million in a funding round led by Navigare Ventures and Almi Invest Greentech. The investment supports the development of AI-driven forestry machinery solutions, with existing and new investors participating. NFA’s technology enables real-time tree measurement and operator support in forestry operations.

Dutch Financial Institution Van Lanschot Kempen Expands Sustainable Olive Oil Operations in Portugal

Dutch financial institution Van Lanschot Kempen acquired a 400-hectare olive grove in Portugal’s Alqueva region to expand its Rio de Azeite platform. The property features favorable climate conditions and reliable water resources from the Alqueva dam. The SDG Farmland fund now manages approximately 26,600 hectares globally with over 480 million euros in assets under management.

Portuguese Sustainable Food Startup Corial Foods Welcomes Two New Investors Through Capital Conversion

SRS Legal advised on the entry of two new investors, Futurum Tech and Mikash Holding GmbH, into Portuguese sustainable food company Corial Foods through conversion of investment instruments. The operation reflects growing investor interest in Portuguese innovative and sustainable business projects.

Syngenta Marks Decade of Food & Science Festival Participation with Focus on Agricultural Innovation

Syngenta participated in the 2026 Food & Science Festival in Mantua, celebrating ten years of participation. The company organized a conference discussing how agriculture must adapt to climate change, supply chain tensions, and regulatory pressures. Syngenta emphasized the strategic importance of biologicals, artificial intelligence in R&D, and integrated crop defense as key drivers for future agricultural competitiveness and sustainability.