Semillero Partners

Semillero Partners is a venture capital firm based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, focusing on early and growth-stage investments in the food and beverage, food tech, and wellness industries. The firm aims to empower entrepreneurs by providing capital, expertise, and global networks to foster growth and innovation while promoting sustainability and positive impact. Semillero Partners combines investment capital with collaborative support, offering specialized management, distribution, operations, food safety, marketing, and logistics expertise to its portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy targets companies at the intersection of value and transformative change, emphasizing sustainable business practices and innovation. Semillero Partners has been involved in various funding rounds, including a $3 million Series A investment in Afia, a Mediterranean food company, to scale its product line and expand manufacturing capabilities. This investment aligns with their focus on the Food & Beverage sector, highlighting their commitment to supporting innovative food companies. Additionally, they have been involved in other transactions, such as investments in The Jackfruit Company and Better Juice, further demonstrating their engagement in the food industry.

Semillero Partners has raised two funds, with the latest being Semillero Investment Fund II LP, announced on November 21, 2021. The firm has made 16 investments, with its most recent on May 21, 2024, in RobinFood. Their portfolio includes companies across various stages and industries, reflecting a diverse approach to fostering growth and innovation in the sectors they serve.