Cultimate Foods
Seed Round in 2024
Cultimate Foods is a cellular agriculture company focused on cultivated fat for hybrid alternative-meat products. It develops cell-cultured fat that mimics the structure of animal fat tissue, using a three-dimensional cultivation approach to create structured fat ingredients and lower production costs. The company also pursues cell-engineered adipose tissue to enable meat alternatives that combine cultivated fat biomass with other ingredients, delivering the flavor and texture of meat while supporting sustainability.
Opalia develops milk and milk ingredients produced from mammary cells, offering a cow-free alternative to traditional dairy. Using mammary cells cultured in bioreactors, the company produces milk with the same nutritional profile and taste as conventional milk while eliminating the need for cows. The approach aims to reduce environmental impact and provide sustainable, ethical dairy options for consumers.
Bärta
Venture Round in 2023
Bärta produces vegan and organic food from naturally fermented organic peas.
THE PACK
Seed Round in 2022
THE PACK is a food technology startup focused on creating nutritious and healthy plant-based meals specifically for dogs. The company produces a diverse range of vegan pet food products, utilizing a blend of pulses, proteins, seeds, fruits, and vegetables. By emphasizing affordability and health, THE PACK aims to provide pet owners with accessible options for feeding their dogs a balanced and wholesome diet.
Bärta
Equity Crowdfunding in 2022
Bärta produces vegan and organic food from naturally fermented organic peas.
Loki Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Loki Foods develops plant-based seafood designed as a sustainable alternative to conventional seafood and industrial fishing. The company focuses on Arctic-inspired, plant-based products that are nutritious, tasty, cookable, and affordable. Its offerings aim to provide high-protein, vitamin-rich foods that support healthy diets while reducing environmental impact. By replacing conventional seafood with plant-based substitutes, Loki Foods seeks to help preserve marine ecosystems and offer consumers a reliable, planet-friendly source of seafood that delivers comparable nutrition.
Fermify
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Fermify operates a digital B2B platform that facilitates dairy companies in producing precision fermentation-based casein, indistinguishable from cow casein, at over 50% cheaper cost, sustainably, and independently of cow's milk availability.
Vevolution
Seed Round in 2022
Vevolution is a platform facilitating investment and collaboration in the bioeconomy sector. It connects investors with innovative startups focused on AgriFoodTech, Climate Tech, Biotech, Next-Gen Materials, and Sustainable AI, providing tools for deal sourcing, engagement, and data management to accelerate sustainable technology development.
Nordic SeaFarm
Venture Round in 2022
Nordic SeaFarm is an organic seaweed producer that cultivates its crops in the ocean. It offers industrial ingredients and compounds for various industries, including food, biomaterial, and agriculture. The company collaborates with stakeholders across the food chain to develop new products and services related to aquaculture.
Green Planet Astronauts
Funding Round in 2022
Green Planet Astronauts produces sustainable, organic food products designed specifically for children. Their offerings include nutritious, plant-based recipes developed by Finnish home kitchen experts and nutritionists.
Omni is a plant-based pet food company from the UK, that is developing healthy, sustainable food for dogs.
Enkla Kassen
Acquisition in 2021
Enkla Kassen is a company that specializes in the delivery of food and raw ingredients, aimed at promoting healthy eating habits. The company offers boxes filled with a variety of food ingredients and vegetables, accompanied by recipes for different dishes that can be easily prepared using the provided items. This service is designed to facilitate meal preparation for consumers, allowing them to cook nutritious meals in a more efficient manner. Enkla Kassen's focus on healthy food consumption positions it as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to maintain a balanced diet while saving time in the kitchen.
Grounded Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses crafted from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Founded in 2019 by behavioral economist Veronica Fil and international award-winning chef Shaun Quade, the company employs a proprietary fermentation process that utilizes imperfect vegetables to create products that closely resemble the flavor and texture of dairy cheese. Their product lineup includes gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all designed to offer high nutritional value while promoting environmental sustainability. Grounded Foods sells its offerings through both retail stores and online channels, aiming to provide consumers with viable dairy-free alternatives.
Planty offers convenient, chef-prepared plant-based meals delivered across the UK. Their menu includes a variety of nutritious dishes made from sustainable ingredients with minimal packaging.
De Novo Foodlabs
Pre Seed Round in 2021
De Novo Foodlabs specializes in developing animal-free dairy products and proteins that offer nutritional profiles identical to cow's milk. The company employs precision fermentation technology to create innovative ingredients that are sustainable, vegan, and free from antibiotics. By integrating bioinformatics and advanced biotechnology, De Novo Foodlabs modifies the functionality of proteins and essential nutrients, ensuring that its offerings are not only healthier for consumers but also easier to produce and less harmful to the environment. This approach allows food companies to take a phased strategy in creating healthier and more sustainable products for their customers.
Evo Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2019 and based in Mumbai, India, Evo Foods specializes in producing plant-based liquid eggs using proprietary technology and indigenous Indian ingredients like moong beans and peas. Their cholesterol-free product offers a high protein content and egg-like texture.
Veggie Victory
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Veggie Victory is Nigeria's first plant-based food technology company, focusing on providing healthy and sustainable food options through its vegetarian restaurant. The company offers a variety of plant-based meats and meals designed to promote a healthier lifestyle while addressing food security, environmental, and socio-economic challenges in Africa. By delivering affordable and delicious plant-based products, Veggie Victory aims to enhance the dining experience for customers and encourage a shift towards more sustainable eating habits.
Evo Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2019 and based in Mumbai, India, Evo Foods specializes in producing plant-based liquid eggs using proprietary technology and indigenous Indian ingredients like moong beans and peas. Their cholesterol-free product offers a high protein content and egg-like texture.
One Planet Pizza
Seed Round in 2021
One Planet Pizza is a vegan food company specializing in distributing frozen pizzas and redi-meals through local retail outlets and home delivery in Norwich, Cambridge, and Ipswich. Their Italian-style pizzas are hand-stretched using fresh vegetables and sustainable ingredients.
Hooked
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Hooked Foods is a Swedish company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing plant-based seafood alternatives, primarily focusing on tuna and salmon products. By creating delicious and nutritious vegan-friendly seafood options, Hooked Foods aims to promote a healthier marine ecosystem and provide consumers with protein-rich meals. The company's commitment to innovation in plant-based cuisine is part of a broader mission to lead the transition towards more sustainable seafood consumption.
Mycorena
Seed Round in 2020
Mycorena AB, founded in 2017 and based in Gothenburg, Sweden, specializes in the development of nutritious fungi-based protein. The company aims to provide a sustainable alternative to both meat and traditional plant-based proteins, leveraging fungi biotechnology to create vegan protein solutions that use significantly fewer resources. Mycorena addresses global sustainability challenges by promoting a circular economy through its innovative food manufacturing processes. Its products enable customers to make environmentally conscious choices while contributing to a more sustainable food system.
Evo Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2019 and based in Mumbai, India, Evo Foods specializes in producing plant-based liquid eggs using proprietary technology and indigenous Indian ingredients like moong beans and peas. Their cholesterol-free product offers a high protein content and egg-like texture.
Bärta produces vegan and organic food from naturally fermented organic peas.
Livekindly
Seed Round in 2018
Livekindly is a Canadian company that operates a news and media platform focused on sustainable living, food, health, and cruelty-free beauty. It publishes informative and thought-provoking content, including news stories, vegan recipes, and expert advice, to promote a more compassionate and sustainable lifestyle. Additionally, Livekindly runs a subscription-based service, Kindmind, offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. The company also produces and distributes plant-based food products, partnering with forward-looking poultry production companies to transition towards more sustainable options. Livekindly's portfolio includes brands like The Fry Family Food Co. and LikeMeat, and it aims to transform the global food system by embracing plant-based alternatives.