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AgriZeroNZ

Government fund

Pre-Seed–Growth · 16 people tracked

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Investment thesis

AgriZeroNZ makes targeted investments to accelerate the development, commercialisation and deployment of effective, affordable emissions-reduction tools for New Zealand farmers, aiming to cut biogenic methane and nitrous oxide emissions 30% by 2030 and reach 'near zero' by 2040 without harming profitability or productivity. It provides capital and capability, fosters local and global connections, supports R&D pipelines and prioritised testing, and engages with regulators and research strategy. It seeks to strengthen the competitiveness of New Zealand agriculture while honouring intergenerational stewardship (kaitiakitanga) of the land.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Growth
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2023

Team · 16 people

from the firm's website
Wayne McNee· Chief Executive
David Macdonald· Head of Ventures
Aashay Shah· Investment Manager
Danielle Hannan· Catalyst Investment Manager
Max Thompson· Investment Manager
Aleisha Williams· Senior Communications Advisor
Alistair Smith· Planning & Reporting Manager
Ashleigh Sattler· Head of Communications
Claire Pryor· Executive Assistant
Deborah Roche· Head of Catalyst
Ferne Blake· Company Secretary
Jane-Marie Kerslake· Finance Manager
Kelly Forster· Adoption Programme Manager
Kirsty Bellringer· Chief Financial Officer
Rachelle Linwood· Regulatory Strategy Manager
Ruth Leary· Head of Strategy and Engagement

Frequently asked questions

What stage does AgriZeroNZ invest at?
AgriZeroNZ invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
What sectors does AgriZeroNZ focus on?
AgriZeroNZ focuses on AgTech, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Impact & Social Good.

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