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McWin’s structural commitment to invest in restaurants as well as the venture tech they need to evolve may be giving the firm an edge in the journey towards commercialization.

From Burger King to vertical farming and cultured meat, McWin’s portfolio spans the food value chain – and the firm is making its network pay by using its distribution channels as a testing ground for prospective investments.

Max Nightingale developed US and Australian investments for International Farming Corporation before joining the then TPG affiliate in 2020.

The €355bn asset management arm of German insurer Munich Re has promoted internally to fill the role, with incumbent Katja Lammert leaving the firm.

The senior director expects 2025 to bring an acceleration in irrigated agriculture, more deals arising from farming families exiting the industry and closer relationships with investors.

Among several appointments, Tyler Mayoras will step up to become managing director, food and beverage sector, with responsibilities including sourcing new investments.

Andrew Dyson, previously a senior adviser to CAM’s co-owner Pollination, will take up the role immediately.

Thomas Nagy joins Astanor Ventures two months after it closed its second found on €360 million.

Nick Moss previously helped design and implement a forest conservation and sustainable agriculture fund on the part of the AGRI3 collaboration between Rabobank, the UN and others.

Jonathan Shively says he will look to help expand existing separate account and structured product offerings to connect institutional capital with farmland.