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Israeli Agri-Tech Firm IBI Ag Secures $10 Million Series A Funding

Israeli Agri-Tech Firm IBI Ag secures $10 million in Series A funding to advance bioinsecticide technology for crop protection.

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Jerusalem, 12 November, 2025 (TPS-IL) — IBI Ag, an Israeli crop protection startup specializing in bioinsecticides, has completed its $10 million Series A funding round, led by Corteva through its Catalyst platform. The round also included participation from The Trendlines Group, Iron Nation, CBG, Bandera Capital, First Imagine Ventures, and a grant from the Israel Innovation Authority.

IBI Ag’s proprietary nanobody-based technology aims to protect crops with minimal environmental impact. CEO Arnon Heyman said the funds will accelerate product development and regulatory approvals, positioning the company to bring its next-generation biological pest control solutions to farmers worldwide.

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