Blooms Raises $2.6M to Empower LatAm Produce Exporters
Slice of Agriculture Team
May 22, 2025
Key highlights
- $2.6M seed round led by SP Ventures, with support from Angel Ventures, The Yield Lab Latam, and others
- AI-driven solutions to streamline trade finance, FX, and payments for LatAm produce exporters
- Goal to reduce food waste, improve sustainability, and lower food costs in North America
- Francisco Meré, serial entrepreneur, leads Blooms' expert fintech and agtech team
- Strong VC support underscores confidence in climate-smart agriculture and resilient supply chains
Notable Quotes
“ For too long, Latin American exporters have faced funding barriers that limit growth. This investment validates our vision to provide seamless, intelligent financial solutions that reduce waste, support sustainability, and deliver fresher, more affordable produce to North American consumers. ”
Francisco Meré, Founder at Blooms
“ Blooms is solving a core bottleneck in Latin America's ag value chain—access to agile, fair financial tools. Their AI-powered approach enhances exporter resilience, improves sustainability, and reduces food waste. ”
Ariadne Caballero, Partner at SP Ventures
Why This Matters
This funding round marks a pivotal step for Blooms, reinforcing its mission to fortify the Latin American agricultural sector. By applying AI to trade finance and payments, Blooms enables exporters to overcome liquidity constraints, foster sustainable farming practices, and contribute to a more resilient produce supply chain. As global food systems face increasing pressure, innovations like Blooms are vital for achieving both economic growth and environmental impact, particularly in critical markets like North America.
