Alterna / OCIDA
Impact investorPre-Seed–Growth
Investment thesis
Through the OCIDA project (Opportunities for Circular and Inclusive Diversification of Agriculture), Alterna supports early-stage enterprises operating in western Honduras (Copán, Ocotepeque, Santa Bárbara, Intibucá, Lempira, La Paz) that form part of the agricultural value chain. It targets innovative, circular, regenerative, climate-smart, gender-sensitive and inclusive business models across food systems (coffee, vegetables, banana, plantain), organic agricultural inputs and bio-inputs, recycling and waste management tied to coffee and vegetables, and agricultural technologies such as smart irrigation and mobile advisory tools. Selected companies receive a strategic growth plan, impact-model strengthening, pitch preparation and access to co-financing grants that promote agricultural innovation and process optimization.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Alterna / OCIDA invest at?
- Alterna / OCIDA invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Alterna / OCIDA focus on?
- Alterna / OCIDA focuses on AgTech, Circular Economy, Climate Tech, FoodTech, Impact & Social Good.
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