EatoFundImpact LP
Infrastructure Capital for Regenerative Food Systems
A Limited Partnership financing tangible infrastructure—processing facilities, distribution networks, and farm transitions—that powers Ireland's regenerative food transformation.
Targeted launch: Late 2026 / Early 2027 · Currently accepting expressions of interest
8-12%
Subject to final terms and market conditions
7-10 years
With potential extensions
€50-100M
First close target: €30M
€100K+
Institutional / qualified investors
The Case for Regenerative Food Infrastructure
A compelling opportunity at the intersection of agricultural transformation, climate action, and infrastructure investment.
Market Opportunity
- Ireland's €13B food industry requires sustainability transformation
- Growing consumer demand for local, regenerative food
- Government policy tailwinds (Climate Action Plan, Food Vision 2030)
- Critical infrastructure gap in regional food processing
- Proven demand from retail, hospitality, and institutional buyers
Investment Characteristics
- Recurring revenue from essential food infrastructure
- Long-term offtake agreements providing visibility
- Land and asset appreciation through regenerative practices
- Government co-investment reducing capital at risk
- Multiple exit pathways (trade sale, agricultural REITs)
Returns Profile
Target 8-12% IRR over 7-10 years with measurable environmental and social impact alongside financial returns.
Subject to final fund strategy, fees, market conditions, and terms.
Infrastructure That Powers Food Systems
The Impact LP finances tangible, revenue-generating infrastructure across four key categories.
Processing Facilities
Regional food processing infrastructure for value-added production.
- Dairy processing (cheese, yogurt, butter)
- Meat processing and butchery
- Grain milling and bakeries
- Vegetable washing and packing
Cold Chain & Storage
Temperature-controlled storage and logistics infrastructure.
- Regional cold storage hubs
- Controlled atmosphere facilities
- Refrigerated transport networks
- On-farm storage systems
Distribution Networks
Efficient logistics connecting farms to consumers and retail.
- Regional distribution hubs
- Last-mile delivery systems
- Farm-to-institution logistics
- Direct-to-consumer platforms
Farm Transitions
Capital for farmers transitioning to regenerative practices.
- Equipment and infrastructure
- Livestock and seed investment
- Working capital during transition
- Technical assistance and training
Diversified Revenue Streams
Multiple revenue sources providing stability and growth potential.
Processing fees
Per-unit processing and value-add services
Storage & logistics
Cold chain and distribution services
Offtake contracts
Long-term supply agreements with partners
Lease income
Infrastructure lease and rental income
Revenue shares
Participation in enterprise success
Licensing fees
IP and methodology licensing
Path to Launch
A phased approach building on Foundation success to de-risk deployment.
Foundation Groundwork
2026- Foundation establishes blueprints and pilots
- Feasibility studies validate infrastructure opportunities
- Anchor investor engagement begins
- Fund structuring and legal preparation
First Close
Late 2026 / Early 2027- €30M first close target
- Anchor investor commitment secured
- Investment committee established
- Initial infrastructure deployment begins
Deployment Phase
2027-2028- Final close at €50-100M
- 5-8 county infrastructure investments
- Government co-investment secured
- Revenue operations commence
Scale & Returns
2028-2030+- Full portfolio deployment
- Revenue stabilization and growth
- Impact metrics verified
- Exit planning and Fund II preparation
Who Should Invest
The Impact LP is designed for investors seeking financial returns alongside measurable impact.
Family Offices
Multi-generational wealth seeking purpose-aligned investments with competitive returns.
Impact Funds
Institutional impact investors deploying capital into sustainable food systems.
Pension Funds
Long-term investors seeking stable infrastructure returns with ESG alignment.
DFIs & Foundations
Development finance institutions and endowments with impact mandates.
Part of a Larger Architecture
The Impact LP doesn't operate in isolation. It's part of EatoFund's coordinated capital architecture.
Foundation
Creates blueprints and pilots that become Impact LP investments. De-risks opportunities before capital deployment.
Government Co-Investment
Matches private capital to reduce risk and improve returns. Aligns public and private interests.
Corporate Alliance
Provides offtake agreements and demand visibility that supports infrastructure investment returns.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Impact LP is targeted for launch in late 2026 or early 2027, following the establishment and initial success of the Foundation. We're currently in pre-launch planning, identifying anchor investors and structuring the fund.
We're targeting an indicative 8-12% IRR over a 7-10 year fund life. These projections are subject to final fund strategy, fees, market conditions, and terms. Returns will be validated through Foundation-phase feasibility studies before fund launch.
The expected minimum commitment is €100,000 for institutional and qualified investors. We may offer lower minimums through feeder structures or co-investment vehicles for aligned individual investors.
Multiple layers: Foundation de-risks projects through pilots and feasibility studies before LP investment. Government co-investment reduces capital at risk. Diversification across infrastructure types and counties. Long-term offtake agreements provide revenue visibility. Conservative leverage policies.
EatoFund Impact LP will be structured as an Irish Limited Partnership with a professional fund manager. The GP will include agricultural, impact investing, and operational expertise. Standard institutional terms with alignment mechanisms.
The Foundation creates the investable pipeline. It funds system design, pilots projects, and de-risks opportunities before Impact LP deployment. Foundation outputs become Impact LP investments—a coordinated approach that reduces risk and accelerates returns.
EatoIndex metrics across three dimensions: Health (nutrition, food access), Community (jobs, farmer income, local spend), and Environment (soil carbon, biodiversity, water quality). Third-party verification and transparent reporting.
Yes. Beyond the main LP, we anticipate offering co-investment opportunities in specific infrastructure projects for investors seeking larger exposure or geographic focus.
Register Investment Interest
Express your interest in the Impact LP. We'll keep you informed of fund development and launch timeline.