Root Capital
Impact investorCambridge · Pre-Seed–Growth · 21 people tracked
Investment thesis
Root Capital supports the early development of agricultural enterprises, believing such businesses can lift entire farming communities. It provides financing tailored to enterprise needs alongside free capacity-building training and farming resources. Operating across Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia, the organization has worked to improve livelihoods for millions of people in farming communities since 1999, structuring its work around several impact pathways focused on rural prosperity and agricultural development.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 21 people
from the firm's website
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Root Capital invest at?
- Root Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Root Capital focus on?
- Root Capital focuses on AgTech, FoodTech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Root Capital located?
- Root Capital is headquartered in Cambridge, US.
- Does Root Capital lead rounds?
- Root Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelRoot Capital Climate Resilience in Kenya
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Foresight 20/20: Building on Two Decades of Social Innovation
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Root Capital invests in farmer-led climate justice
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Root Capital celebra 10 años de su Iniciativa de Mujeres en la Agricultura (WAI)
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Root Capital WAI Final Cut - subtitles optimized for Zoom
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Root Capital Celebrates 10 years of its Women in Agriculture Initiative (WAI)
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