Jay&Joy
Venture Round in 2025
Jay&Joy provides vegan, organic, vegetable alternatives, vegan cheese, vegetable, healthy food, sustainable development, and ethics. They also make alternatives to cheese based on almond milk and cashew nuts.
Yeastup is a food technology company based in Brugg, Aargau, founded in 2020, that focuses on promoting sustainability through the upcycling of by-products from the beer-brewing process. By transforming these by-products into high-quality ingredients, such as vegan protein and fiber, Yeastup contributes to a circular economy and provides versatile, natural alternatives for consumers. The company's ingredients are rich in essential and semi-essential amino acids, including branched-chain amino acids, making them suitable for a variety of applications in plant-based diets. Through its innovative approach, Yeastup is pioneering a new era of animal-free products that enhance global sustainability.
Ingrediome
Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 2022, Ingrediome specializes in producing natural, identical animal muscle proteins using precision fermentation from blue-green algae. This innovative process enables the creation of meat and seafood alternatives with minimal environmental impact.
KLATU Networks
Venture Round in 2023
KLATU Networks, Inc. is a company that designs, develops, and markets wireless sensor network solutions tailored for life science organizations. Established in 2006 and based in Poulsbo, Washington, KLATU Networks focuses on optimizing the management of cold storage assets and critical laboratory equipment. The company’s flagship product, the TRAXX Mote, is a wireless transmitter that collects temperature and energy data at one-minute intervals and transmits it to a cloud-based monitoring system via Wi-Fi or a self-contained 3G network. KLATU’s web-based tools facilitate real-time health monitoring, data archiving, and energy management, enabling clients to transition from traditional maintenance practices to proactive strategies that reduce risk and operating costs. Additionally, KLATU offers custom engineering design and development services, collaborating with partners to create new business lines and enhance service offerings.
Renewal Mill
Series A in 2023
Renewal Mill is an ingredients company based in Oakland, California, that focuses on reducing food waste by upcycling byproducts from food manufacturing. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in transforming okara, a byproduct of soymilk production, into high-quality, gluten-free flour that is rich in protein and fiber. Renewal Mill uses this flour to create a variety of baked goods, including a vegan okara chocolate chip cookie, which are sold online and at select convenience stores in the Bay Area. The company's innovative approach not only addresses food waste but also aims to improve nutrition and promote a circular economy in the food industry. Additionally, Renewal Mill is exploring other byproduct sources from various nuts and legumes to expand its product offerings and reach nationwide distribution.
Paleo is a food ingredient company focused on plant-based foods. It develops ingredients to enhance taste, nutrition, and sustainability, enabling products that resemble real meat or seafood without animal use. The company specializes in bioscience-based ingredients, including animal-free heme proteins produced through precision fermentation. These bio-identical heme proteins are GMO-free and provide the same sensory and nutritional properties as animal-derived heme, helping brands create sustainable plant-based products that taste and feel like the real thing.
Algama is a pioneering food-tech company that harnesses the power of algae to create sustainable, nutritious food solutions. Founded in 2013, Algama aims to feed the world's growing population while preserving the planet by developing microalgae-based ingredients for various applications, with a focus on egg substitutes for bakery products.
Wicked Kitchen
Venture Round in 2022
Wicked Kitchen is a pioneering brand specializing in chef-driven plant-based foods designed to enhance daily food consumption through the use of vegetables. The company produces a diverse range of products, including mains, bites, and sweets, aimed at making plant-based eating more accessible and enjoyable. In addition to its food offerings, Wicked Kitchen provides classes and cookbooks that feature its recipes, encouraging consumers to adopt healthier eating habits that benefit their well-being, animal welfare, and the environment. Through its innovative approach, Wicked Kitchen aims to transform the way people perceive and consume plant-based foods.
Geltor
Convertible Note in 2022
Geltor designs and produces animal-free collagen and other bioactive proteins for beauty, wellness, and nutrition applications. Founded in 2015, the company uses proprietary AI to create customized proteins tailored to specific industry needs.
Mighty Pea
Venture Round in 2022
Mighty Pea is a pea milk producer, which uses yellow split peas in the creation of its beverages.
Founded in Paris, France in 2019, GOURMEY specializes in developing and producing ethical foie gras using duck cell cultivation. This innovative process aims to create sustainable, high-quality meat products without force-feeding or animal slaughter.
It’s now well established that our unfortunate western eating habits have massive consequences for our health but also our planet and that our oceans are among the most fragile hence vulnerable environments. At SEAFOOD REBOOT, we believe that innovation should help bring forward more sustainable and natural food alternatives and that innovation should be inspired by nature.
As a team, we’re all about creating, producing, and delivering the next generation of delicious plant-based seafood (comprising notably ingredients from algae origin) so that each and every one of us can contribute to a better world in a positive way while enjoying a delicious meal.
Mosa Meat
Series B in 2021
Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.
Jack & Bry
Seed Round in 2021
Jack and Bry to create a jackfruit food tech company delivering into multiple markets with a carbon-negative supply chain, resulting in a sustainable ecosystem where we can live life to the full. Providing the tastiest, meatiest, meat-free meats on the planet made from jackfruit.
Jack and Bry is producing tasty, tender and nutritious alternatives for the meat and fish markets. Meeting global demand for flexitarians and meat-eaters, looking to reduce their intake.
Jack & Bry is founded by Bryony Tinn-Disbury and Jennifer Pardoe in 2019and is located in London, England, United Kingdom.
SwissDeCode
Series A in 2021
SwissDeCode is a Swiss company based in Renens that specializes in food safety and compliance services for food manufacturers. Founded in 2016, it offers rapid onsite DNA testing solutions that allow production facilities to confirm food authenticity, safety, and origin. By providing plug-and-play systems, SwissDeCode enables factories to obtain food safety and quality certifications within the same work shift, facilitating immediate decision-making for inspectors. This approach not only addresses contamination threats but also transforms them into sustainable opportunities for food producers.
Shiok Meats
Series A in 2020
Shiok Meats is a Singapore-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in cellular aquaculture, focusing on the production of cell-based meats and seafood. By harvesting from cells rather than animals, the company aims to provide clean and healthy alternatives to traditional meat products. Its primary offerings include lab-cultured shrimp and other crustacean meats, which are designed to be animal-friendly, health-conscious, and environmentally sustainable. Shiok Meats strives to deliver products that retain the same taste, texture, and nutritional value as conventional seafood, thereby catering to consumers seeking healthier and more ethical food options.
Plant Veda Foods
Seed Round in 2020
Plant Veda Foods is a company that specializes in producing plant-based food and beverages. The company offers a range of dairy alternatives crafted from natural ingredients, including cashew, oats, coconut, pistachio, mango, pea protein, herbs, spices, and maple syrup. These products are distinguished by their diverse nutritional profiles and complex flavors, catering to the growing demand for healthier and sustainable food options. Through its innovative approach, Plant Veda Foods aims to provide consumers with high-quality alternatives that meet both dietary needs and taste preferences.
Back of the Yards Algae Sciences
Seed Round in 2020
Back of the Yards Algae Sciences develops and produces high-protein plant-based ingredients, natural blue food colorants, biostimulants for vertical farming, and media/sera for cellular agriculture. With industrial-scale facilities in Chicago, they aim to make alternative proteins and sustainable farming methods affordable globally.
Les Nouveaux Affineurs
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2016, Les Nouveaux Affineurs produces and sells plant-based cheeses, replicating the texture and taste of dairy counterparts. It operates an e-commerce platform and supplies vegan shops, marketplaces, and restaurants. The company specializes in products free from animal products, additives, and preservatives.
GOURMEY
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Paris, France in 2019, GOURMEY specializes in developing and producing ethical foie gras using duck cell cultivation. This innovative process aims to create sustainable, high-quality meat products without force-feeding or animal slaughter.
The Vurger
Seed Round in 2019
The Vurger Co Ltd, established in 2016 and headquartered in London, UK, operates as a fast food restaurant with a unique focus on plant-based cuisine. Its mission is to transform the fast food industry by celebrating vegetables, seeds, nuts, and legumes, crafting them into delicious, nutritious, and innovative vegan burgers. The company uses high-quality ingredients such as Beyond Meat, tempeh, and soya, and offers a range of gluten-free and nut-free mayo sauces made with herbs like basil, dill, and parsley.
GREENFORCE
Series A in 2019
Greenforce specializes in the development and sale of plant-based food products, focusing on sustainable meat and milk alternatives. The company offers a range of 100% vegan items made from high-quality raw materials sourced from reputable suppliers, ensuring transparency throughout its value chain. Greenforce aims to provide cruelty-free vegetable-based meat substitutes, particularly in easy-to-mix powder form, catering to the needs of vegan customers. By delivering high-protein and environmentally friendly alternatives, the company addresses the growing demand for sustainable food sources, positioning itself to help secure protein supplies for future generations.
GREENFORCE
Seed Round in 2019
Greenforce specializes in the development and sale of plant-based food products, focusing on sustainable meat and milk alternatives. The company offers a range of 100% vegan items made from high-quality raw materials sourced from reputable suppliers, ensuring transparency throughout its value chain. Greenforce aims to provide cruelty-free vegetable-based meat substitutes, particularly in easy-to-mix powder form, catering to the needs of vegan customers. By delivering high-protein and environmentally friendly alternatives, the company addresses the growing demand for sustainable food sources, positioning itself to help secure protein supplies for future generations.
The EVERY Company
Series B in 2019
The EVERY Company, formerly known as Clara Foods, specializes in producing animal-free proteins for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced fermentation technology to create functional and nutritional proteins derived from microorganisms. Its product line includes baking ingredients, nutritional supplements, and egg white alternatives that are free from pathogens and suitable for various culinary applications, such as cakes and meringues. The EVERY Company aims to provide a sustainable, healthier, and kinder alternative to traditional animal agriculture by decoupling protein production from animals, thereby offering consumers healthy and affordable protein options without added sugars.
Jack & Bry
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Jack and Bry to create a jackfruit food tech company delivering into multiple markets with a carbon-negative supply chain, resulting in a sustainable ecosystem where we can live life to the full. Providing the tastiest, meatiest, meat-free meats on the planet made from jackfruit.
Jack and Bry is producing tasty, tender and nutritious alternatives for the meat and fish markets. Meeting global demand for flexitarians and meat-eaters, looking to reduce their intake.
Jack & Bry is founded by Bryony Tinn-Disbury and Jennifer Pardoe in 2019and is located in London, England, United Kingdom.
Mighty Pea
Seed Round in 2019
Mighty Pea is a pea milk producer, which uses yellow split peas in the creation of its beverages.
SwissDeCode
Seed Round in 2019
SwissDeCode is a Swiss company based in Renens that specializes in food safety and compliance services for food manufacturers. Founded in 2016, it offers rapid onsite DNA testing solutions that allow production facilities to confirm food authenticity, safety, and origin. By providing plug-and-play systems, SwissDeCode enables factories to obtain food safety and quality certifications within the same work shift, facilitating immediate decision-making for inspectors. This approach not only addresses contamination threats but also transforms them into sustainable opportunities for food producers.
Ocean Hugger Foods
Seed Round in 2018
Ocean Hugger Foods, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in developing plant-based alternatives to traditional seafood dishes. Founded in 2015, it offers innovative products such as Ahimi, a plant-based substitute for raw tuna made from tomatoes; Sakimi, a carrot-based alternative to salmon; and Unami, an eggplant-based version of eel. These products are designed to provide consumers with healthier options that replicate the taste and texture of seafood while addressing concerns about sustainability and environmental impact. Ocean Hugger Foods aims to cater to those seeking delicious and responsible seafood alternatives without the associated health risks, such as mercury.
LIVEKINDLY
Seed Round in 2018
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.
Renewal Mill
Seed Round in 2018
Renewal Mill is an ingredients company based in Oakland, California, that focuses on reducing food waste by upcycling byproducts from food manufacturing. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in transforming okara, a byproduct of soymilk production, into high-quality, gluten-free flour that is rich in protein and fiber. Renewal Mill uses this flour to create a variety of baked goods, including a vegan okara chocolate chip cookie, which are sold online and at select convenience stores in the Bay Area. The company's innovative approach not only addresses food waste but also aims to improve nutrition and promote a circular economy in the food industry. Additionally, Renewal Mill is exploring other byproduct sources from various nuts and legumes to expand its product offerings and reach nationwide distribution.
BlueNalu
Seed Round in 2018
BlueNalu cultivates seafood products from fish cells using vertical farming methods. Established in 2017, it aims to provide sustainable, high-quality alternatives to conventionally sourced seafood.
Algama is a pioneering food-tech company that harnesses the power of algae to create sustainable, nutritious food solutions. Founded in 2013, Algama aims to feed the world's growing population while preserving the planet by developing microalgae-based ingredients for various applications, with a focus on egg substitutes for bakery products.
Emulate is a biotechnology company that develops organ-on-a-chip human emulation technology to model how diseases, medicines, chemicals, and foods affect human health. Its platform includes lung, intestinal, liver, and skin organ chips that reproduce normal biology and disease states, enabling human-relevant insights beyond traditional cell culture or animal models. The company also provides drug development tools and instrumentation software to support research and development workflows for researchers across biotechnology, pharmaceutical, consumer health, cosmetics, chemical, food, and agrochemical sectors, as well as government agencies and academic institutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Boston, Emulate aims to accelerate understanding of human biology and improve human health outcomes.
Geltor designs and produces animal-free collagen and other bioactive proteins for beauty, wellness, and nutrition applications. Founded in 2015, the company uses proprietary AI to create customized proteins tailored to specific industry needs.
Mink Shoes
Seed Round in 2018
Mink Shoes is a provider of vegan shoes intended to offer a sustainable fashion brand. Its shoes are made up of sustainable, recycled, eco-friendly, and animal-free raw materials with a commitment to the ideals of preserving the environment and the humane treatment of animals that enables customers to get quality and environment-friendly handmade Italian craftsmanship.
SuperMeat
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2015, SuperMeat is an Israeli biotech and food-tech company that produces cultured meat from chicken cells in a controlled environment. This process reduces land use by 99% and water consumption by 90%, minimizing environmental impact while ensuring food safety without antibiotics.
Mosa Meat
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.