AgrofoodBIC invests in Argentine bioinputs startup Nunatak

AgrofoodBIC, an Italian multi-company open innovation hub, has invested in Nunatak, an Argentine startup developing microbiological bioinputs derived from extremophile microorganisms. The investment, facilitated by agrifoodtech accelerator Eatable Adventures, marks AgrofoodBIC's first portfolio expansion beyond Italy and targets soil degradation and declining fertilizer efficiency in global agriculture.

"Italy is the global reference for food quality. This investment is not just capital, it is aligned with our goal of delivering value in the European market."

—Julia Mensa, CEO and co-founder, Nunatak Biotech

• Nunatak's technology harnesses microorganisms from extreme ecosystems, including Antarctica, to produce bioinputs compatible with conventional agricultural products that enhance crop nutrition, yields, and climate resilience.
• The startup has registered its first product, YAMANA, and is in the commercial stage, seeking partners to test its solutions.
• AgrofoodBIC's industrial partners include Granarolo, Camst Group, Conserve Italia, Eurovo, and Cuniola (IMA Group), with strategic support from the University of Bologna, ENEA, and ART-ER.
• Eatable Adventures, which leads startup scouting and venture development for AgrofoodBIC, played a key role in identifying and supporting Nunatak’s growth.