Cibus Fund II, as Advised by Cibus Capital, Receives All Required Regulatory Approvals to Complete the Acquisition of PSB Producción Vegetal

27 August 2025

Murcia, Spain, August 2025 — Cibus Fund II, a leading sustainable food and agriculture investment fund, announced today that all required regulatory approvals to complete the acquisition of PSB Producción Vegetal have been received.

PSB is a global frontrunner in proprietary fruit genetics and stone fruit breeding. This landmark deal positions PSB and Cibus together, to drive the future of climate-resilient, high-quality fruit varieties that meet evolving grower, consumer and supply chain demands.

Cibus Fund II’s investment will accelerate PSB’s R+D capabilities and global expansion, supported by strategic guidance from industry veterans Dr. David Buckeridge, former CEO of Advanta, and Garth Swinburn, ex-senior executive at Sun World. This partnership underscores the critical role of advanced breeding in addressing global food security, sustainability and climate adaptation.

About Cibus Capital

Cibus Capital LLP is a London-based sustainable food and agriculture investment firm advising over USD 1 billion. Founded in 2016, the Cibus funds invest in companies transforming the food and agriculture value chain towards commercial viability, sustainability and resilience across Europe, the USA and OECD countries.

About PSB Producción Vegetal

Headquartered in Murcia, Spain, PSB Producción Vegetal is a pioneering fruit breeding company specialising in proprietary stone fruit varieties with superior agronomic performance and consumer appeal. With R&D facilities in Spain and France, PSB serves a global network of growers and licensees, driving innovation that balances flavour, sustainability and market demands.

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