Yngvi Bio Wins Prestigious Heyfunding Grant
Yngvi Bio has been awarded the DKK 25,000 Heyfunding Grant, recognizing our innovative biodegradable crop protection technology.
By Yngvi Bio Team
Yngvi Bio

We are thrilled to announce that Yngvi Bio (formerly NanoGuard Crop Solutions) has been selected as the winner of the prestigious Heyfunding Grant, receiving DKK 25,000 in funding powered by Antler. This recognition comes after a competitive selection process where we stood out among five exceptional finalists.
Recognition for Innovation in Sustainable Agriculture
The Heyfunding Grant, a collaboration between Heyfunding and Antler, recognizes startups that demonstrate exceptional innovation, market potential, and execution capability. Our selection as the winner validates our mission to revolutionize crop protection through sustainable, biodegradable solutions.
Our Technology: Precision Protection for Modern Agriculture
At Yngvi Bio, we're developing biodegradable, protein-based crop protection solutions that precisely target pests while preserving beneficial species. Our innovative approach addresses one of agriculture's most pressing challenges: how to protect crops effectively while maintaining ecological balance and environmental sustainability.
Founded by Eva Maria Rebrova and Kenneth Veland Halberg, Ph.D., our company is pioneering a new approach to crop protection that promises to transform how we protect our food supply while preserving the environment.
Standing Out Among Strong Competition
The selection process was highly competitive, with Yngvi Bio chosen from five outstanding finalists:
- NUTERIALS ApS - Developing sustainable nutrition solutions
- Lifebloom.bio - Creating innovative biotechnology applications
- Mit Gastro A/S - Revolutionizing food service technology
- ShipTown A/S - Advancing maritime technology solutions
Each finalist demonstrated strong innovation and market potential, making our selection particularly meaningful.
The Path Forward
The DKK 25,000 grant will accelerate our research and development efforts, enabling us to:
- Advance our protein engineering capabilities
- Expand our testing of biodegradable formulations
- Strengthen our intellectual property portfolio
- Build strategic partnerships with agricultural stakeholders
About the Heyfunding Grant
The Heyfunding Grant has been supporting innovative Danish startups since 2020, with previous winners including companies like Flowzoom, Alvier Technologies, and RecruitLoop. The grant evaluates companies based on three key criteria:
- Innovation - The uniqueness and creativity of the solution
- Potential - Market opportunity and scalability
- Execution - The team's ability to deliver on their vision
Looking Ahead
This recognition from Heyfunding and Antler reinforces our commitment to developing sustainable solutions for global agriculture. As we continue to grow and evolve from NanoGuard Crop Solutions to Yngvi Bio, we remain focused on our core mission: creating a future where effective crop protection and environmental sustainability go hand in hand.
We extend our gratitude to Heyfunding and Antler for this opportunity, and congratulations to all the finalists who participated in this year's competition. Together, we're building a more sustainable future for agriculture and our planet.
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_For more information about Yngvi Bio and our innovative crop protection technology, visit our [website](/) or contact us at [info@yngvibio.com](mailto:info@yngvibio.com)._
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