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§ Venture Capital · USA
Learn which startups S2G Ventures invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. Aaron Rudberg).
S2G Ventures is a food and agriculture venture fund that invests in entrepreneurs whose products and services meet the shifting demands for healthy and sustainable food. The firm's mission is to catalyze innovation to meet consumer demands for healthy, sustainable, and local food. S2G will identify sectors across the food system that are ripefor change, and form a multi-stage portfolio including seed, venture, and growth-stage investments. It seeks to invest in agriculture, ingredients, infrastructure and logistics, food safety and technology, retail and restaurants, and consumer brands.
Key people at S2G Ventures.
S2G Ventures is a multi-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in healthy and sustainable food startups and related sectors such as agriculture, oceans, and clean energy. Their mission centers on driving systemic change to improve environmental and human health outcomes by backing innovative companies across the entire food system—from farm technologies to consumer brands. With over $2 billion in assets under management and a portfolio of more than 70 companies including Beyond Meat and Sweetgreen, S2G combines capital with deep industry expertise to support startups that meet shifting consumer demands for sustainability, nutrition, and resilience[1][2].
Founded in 2011, S2G Ventures was co-founded by Managing Partners Sanjeev Krishnan and Chuck Templeton, who bring extensive experience in multi-asset investing and entrepreneurship. The firm has evolved from early-stage venture investing to a broader multi-stage approach, including growth equity and innovative financial instruments like debt and hybrid structures. This evolution reflects their commitment to catalyzing long-term impact and economic value across the food and agriculture ecosystem globally[1][4].
S2G rides the wave of growing consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable food options amid global challenges such as resource depletion, climate change, and supply chain disruptions. Their timing is critical as the food system faces increasing pressure to innovate for resilience, affordability, and nutrition. By investing across the grower-to-grocer ecosystem, S2G helps bridge gaps between fragmented sectors, accelerating the transition to a more sustainable and health-focused food economy. This systemic approach positions them as a key influencer in shaping the future of food tech and agtech innovation[2][3][5].
Looking ahead, S2G Ventures aims to deepen its impact by continuing to invest in companies that improve environmental and human health outcomes while delivering market-rate returns. Trends such as "food as medicine," clean-label consumer products, and resilient supply chains will likely shape their portfolio evolution. Their ongoing commitment to catalyzing $10 billion in additional food and agtech investments over the next few years signals a growing influence in driving sector-wide transformation. S2G’s integrated, systems-driven approach ensures they remain at the forefront of sustainable innovation in food and agriculture[3][4][6].
Key people at S2G Ventures.
S2G Ventures has more than 26 tracked investments across 25 companies. The latest tracked deal is $17.0M Other Equity in Ripple Foods in December 2025.
