About
Ki Tua Fund is Fonterra's corporate venture capital arm, established in 2023. It invests in and partners with startups developing disruptive solutions in areas like biomanufacturing, gut microbiome health, synthetic biology, and agricultural productivity innovations. The fund emphasizes a founder-first approach with flexible capital, aiming to create a growth engine for Fonterra and diversify earnings.
Key facts
- Website
- kituafund.com
- Headquarters
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Stages
- Pre-SeedSeedSeed PlusSeries A
- Cheque size
- $2M to $48M
- Sector focus
- HealthcareBiotechClimate TechAgTechScience
Recent investments
| Date | Company | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Apr 2026 | Fermeate | Seed | $2M |
Scores
Measured, not editorialAhrefs DR
13/100
Strength of the site’s backlink profile, on Ahrefs’ 0-100 Domain Rating scale. Licensed third-party data, not our opinion.
Add first review
Frequently asked
What companies has Ki Tua Fund invested in?
Ki Tua Fund has invested in Fermeate.

