Zymofix (formerly N-Fix) specialises in scaling the production of beneficial microorganisms by fermenting biomass residues. Now, the industrial biotech startup has secured €2 million in funding, led by High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF), which recently invested in ABH Optics and GlassFlow, with participation from The Nest Family Office and VP Capital.
Funds to drive the bioeconomy
The infusion of new capital allows Zymofix to continue scaling up its innovative fermentation platform, and start commercialising products in collaboration with corporate partners. The company is expanding its team to support its rapid growth, aiming to hire four new employees in the next quarter, particularly in R&D and project management.
Converts waste into microbial gold
Founded in 2022 in Belgium by Emile Redant, Zymofix revolutionises the way microorganisms are produced, enabling sustainable solutions that improve soil health, boost agricultural productivity, and reduce environmental impact.
It puts biomass residues, including agricultural wastes to innovative use. With this approach, it cultivates beneficial microorganisms through a novel solid-state fermentation process. These microbes can enhance plant health, degrade pollutants, and even replace traditional chemical processes in a variety of industries.
What makes it beneficial?
By leveraging low-cost, locally sourced biomass, Zymofix aims to lower manufacturing costs, making microbial solutions economically viable even for row crops such as maize, wheat, and sugar beet. Its technology is versatile, scalable, and locally adaptable, offering tailored solutions for sectors like agriculture, waste treatment, and industrial bioremediation.
“Our mission is to scale the production of beneficial microorganisms, transforming waste into valuable resources that foster ecosystem regeneration,” said Emile Redant, CEO of Zymofix. “This investment will enable us to bring our high-quality, scalable biosolutions to market faster and enable their widespread adoption, driving positive impact on planetary health.”
Guy De Clercq, co-founder and chairman of the board of directors added: “It’s incredibly rewarding to see Zymofix mature into the company it is already today. We are particularly thrilled to welcome the highly valued investors HTGF, The Nest and VP Capital, whose focus on sustainable growth perfectly aligns with our mission. Their support will be instrumental in helping us scale our technology and achieve our long-term vision of transforming agriculture and industrial processes through microbial innovation.”
“Zymofix’s journey from concept to commercialisation has been truly inspiring. Their commitment to turning waste into sustainable, high-impact solutions based on solid science perfectly aligns with our mission of nurturing impactful biotech innovations. We are proud to have supported their early development and are excited to see the impact they will make,” said Annick Verween, Head of biotope by VIB and Zymofix Board member.
Investors’ views
“Zymofix has developed a unique technology platform that transforms low-value biomass residues into high-quality microorganisms with a broad range of applications. Their scalable solutions are a great example of circular economy principles in action, and we’re confident in both the disruptive potential of the technology and the team’s ability to execute,” said Natalya Baltrukovich, Investment Manager at HTGF.
“At VP Capital, we believe that, by investing together in these types of innovative circular solutions, we can accelerate positive impact for a better future for generations to come. Zymofix’s innovative approach to transforming biomass residues into valuable microbial products aligns perfectly with our aim to foster these much-needed ecological solutions. This investment is a critical step toward creating tangible, scalable impact, not just for the agricultural sector, but for the planet as a whole,” said Mathijs van der Knaap Investment Manager at VP Capital.
“We are thrilled to partner with Zymofix in their journey to reshape agriculture through circular solutions. By turning waste into resources, Zymofix exemplifies the resilience and innovation that are key to building a healthier and more sustainable food system. Our shared vision for healthy ecosystems, more nutritious food production, and a farmer-first approach make this partnership a natural fit,” said Hallie Fox, Senior Investment Associate of The Nest.
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