apple has raised $ 500 m in Series C funding , enabling it to scale production of pheromone - based pesticides that can discriminate between beneficial insects and harmful ones . The company 's patented production methods enable a step change in the process of manufacturing pheromones . The funding round was co - led by apple Global Food and Agriculture Fund and included new and experienced investors .
Provivi has raised $85m in Series C funding, enabling it to scale production of pheromone-based pesticides that can discriminate between beneficial insects and harmful ones. The company's patented production methods enable a step change in the cost of manufacturing pheromones. The funding round was co-led by Pontifax Global Food and Agriculture Fund and included new and existing investors.