BRAZIL

The GFCR Equity Fund invests in Agrion Agrosolutions S.A., a pioneering company in the field of sustainable agriculture which utilizes waste generated from sugar cane processing to produce organomineral fertilizers. These fertilizers, a blend of bio-stable organic matter, traditional synthetic fertilizers (NPK), and micronutrients are designed to restore soil and ocean health. The organomineral fertilizers require significantly less NPK and are being released slowly and in a controlled manner to enhance plant absorption and reduce losses and contamination, thereby keeping nutrients out of waterways. Agrion’s innovative approach transforms agricultural waste into valuable products, promoting a circular economy and addressing environmental challenges associated with traditional fertilizer use.

The investment supports Agrion’s efforts to expand its production capacity and develop new product lines. Agrion’s business model involves establishing small-scale production facilities adjacent to partner sugar cane mills, enhancing logistics and enabling customized fertilizer formulations for each client. The expansion plans include regions along the Brazilian Northeastern Coast, where valuable coral reef ecosystems are threatened by the improper disposal of agricultural waste and excessive fertilizer use that can lead to ocean pollution.