Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.
CellRev
Seed Round in 2023
CellRev is a biotechnology company specializing in process intensification for cell manufacturing. Its proprietary technology enables the transition from batch to continuous processing of adherent cells, increasing yields while reducing operating costs and capital expenditure.
Change Bio
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Change Bio converts waste methane into proteins, making them more affordable and carbon-negative.
ENOUGH is a company that develops and commercializes patented technology for producing mycoprotein, a meat-free food product. Its innovative process integrates production within existing bio-refineries, creating a sustainable and efficient system that produces Food, Fuel, and Feed simultaneously.
PoLoPo
Pre Seed Round in 2023
PoLoPo is a biotechnology company specializing in large-scale protein production tailored to specific requirements. It employs directed metabolic engineering techniques to enhance plants' capacity as protein factories, with a focus on increasing amino acid production for scalable protein generation.
Dextrous Robotics
Venture Round in 2023
Dextrous Robotics is a robotics company founded in 2019 and based in Memphis, Tennessee. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence-enabled robots designed for warehouse operations. Its robots are capable of managing various logistics tasks, including loading and unloading pallets, trucks, and containers, as well as material picking, sorting, and storage. By providing automation solutions, Dextrous Robotics aims to enhance operational efficiency in warehouses, enabling clients to optimize their logistics processes.
Liberation Labs
Seed Round in 2022
Liberation Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in industrial agricultural innovations. It focuses on developing infrastructure that enables large-scale commercialization of novel protein manufacturing, allowing biology innovators to compete with animal protein and providing customers access to nutritious foods.
Equinom is a pioneering food-tech company that combines agricultural expertise, culinary knowledge, and advanced technology to develop delicious, nutritious, affordable, and sustainable non-GMO plant-based ingredients. The company uses its proprietary Manna™ platform, powered by AI, to naturally breed superior crops optimized for human consumption. Equinom partners with leading companies in the industry to supply unrivaled ingredients, contributing to the global surge in plant-based eating.
BioRaptor
Seed Round in 2022
BioRaptor is developing an innovative operating system specifically for biotech and biopharma companies. This platform harnesses artificial intelligence to ingest and harmonize data from diverse sources, empowering scientists to leverage scientific information effectively. By enabling the design of improved experiments and facilitating insightful analysis of experimental outcomes, BioRaptor supports data-driven decision-making within the industry. The company's focus is on enhancing productivity and providing valuable insights that can accelerate research and development processes in the biotech sector.
Hoxton Farms
Series A in 2022
Hoxton Farms, based in London, UK, specializes in producing real animal fat without the use of animals. The company employs cell biology and advanced mathematical modeling to cultivate purified animal fat in bioreactors, catering primarily to the meat alternatives industry. This innovative approach enables the creation of cruelty-free fat that can be utilized not only in meat alternatives but also in other sectors such as bakery, confectionery, and cosmetics. By focusing on sustainable and ethical production methods, Hoxton Farms aims to transform the way fat is sourced and used in various products.
Avant Meats
Venture Round in 2022
Avant Meats specializes in developing sustainable, cell-based animal protein products. They focus on innovation, branding, and intellectual property to create fish protein products free from heavy metals and microplastics.
Liberation Labs
Seed Round in 2022
Liberation Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in industrial agricultural innovations. It focuses on developing infrastructure that enables large-scale commercialization of novel protein manufacturing, allowing biology innovators to compete with animal protein and providing customers access to nutritious foods.
Mozza
Venture Round in 2022
Mozza is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the development of plant-based cheese products. The company aims to create cheese derived from plants that closely replicates the taste and texture of traditional dairy cheese. By utilizing bovine milk proteins, Mozza produces cheese that exhibits the same characteristics as its animal-derived counterparts, including melt, stretch, and flavor. This innovation provides consumers with a viable alternative to dairy cheese, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food options.
Jinding Precision
Venture Round in 2022
Jinding Precision specializes in the production of automobile engines camshaft products such as pieces of gray cast iron and nodular cast iron automobile engine camshafts. Their products include casting camshaft blanks, casting camshaft assemblies, combined camshafts, and balance shafts.
New Culture
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2018, New Culture is a food company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in producing sustainable, animal-free cheese using microflora to create dairy proteins.
Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.
Formo is Europe's first cellular agriculture company developing animal-free dairy products. It uses precision fermentation to derive real, nature-identical milk proteins, offering sustainable and ethical alternatives for consumers.
Miyoko’s Kitchen
Series C in 2021
Miyoko’s Kitchen is a food production company that produces artisan cultured Vegan cheese and butter.
Selling in thousands of stores across the country, the Miyoko's brand has garnered loyalty, excitement, and passion since 2014..
Aleph Farms
Series B in 2021
Aleph Farms Limited is an innovative food technology company based in Ashdod, Israel, specializing in cellular agriculture to produce clean meat. Founded in 2017, Aleph Farms focuses on sustainable food production by developing methods to grow animal products directly from non-genetically modified animal cells, utilizing proprietary three-dimensional bioprinting technologies. The company made significant strides in the industry by unveiling the world's first cultivated thin-cut steak in 2018, followed by the first cultivated ribeye steak in 2021 and cultivated collagen in 2022. Under its product brand Aleph Cuts, its inaugural offering, the Petit Steak, is crafted from non-modified cells sourced from a premium Angus cow, allowing production without animal slaughter. Aleph Farms has garnered recognition for its commitment to climate leadership, including a net zero pledge made in 2020, earning accolades from prominent organizations like the World Economic Forum and the United Nations.
Aleph Farms
Series B in 2021
Aleph Farms Limited is an innovative food technology company based in Ashdod, Israel, specializing in cellular agriculture to produce clean meat. Founded in 2017, Aleph Farms focuses on sustainable food production by developing methods to grow animal products directly from non-genetically modified animal cells, utilizing proprietary three-dimensional bioprinting technologies. The company made significant strides in the industry by unveiling the world's first cultivated thin-cut steak in 2018, followed by the first cultivated ribeye steak in 2021 and cultivated collagen in 2022. Under its product brand Aleph Cuts, its inaugural offering, the Petit Steak, is crafted from non-modified cells sourced from a premium Angus cow, allowing production without animal slaughter. Aleph Farms has garnered recognition for its commitment to climate leadership, including a net zero pledge made in 2020, earning accolades from prominent organizations like the World Economic Forum and the United Nations.
THIS is a brand specializing in plant-based meat alternatives. Their products are crafted from plant ingredients fortified with nutrients like vitamin B12 and iron, offering meat lovers a similar taste experience while being cruelty-free.
ENOUGH is a company that develops and commercializes patented technology for producing mycoprotein, a meat-free food product. Its innovative process integrates production within existing bio-refineries, creating a sustainable and efficient system that produces Food, Fuel, and Feed simultaneously.
Imagindairy
Seed Round in 2021
Imagindairy is a producer of animal-free dairy proteins, committed to delivering sustainable and healthy alternatives to traditional dairy products. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including synthetic biology, to maximize the production of milk proteins. By focusing on innovation, Imagindairy develops a range of protein-based dairy goods that are not only nutritious and flavorful but also designed to be affordable for consumers. Through its efforts, the company aims to provide viable alternatives to animal-derived products, contributing to a more sustainable food system.
Bluu Seafood
Seed Round in 2021
Bluu Seafood is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercially producing cultivated seafood made from fish cells. The company aims to offer nutritious fish products that are healthier and more sustainable by growing seafood in controlled environments, reducing reliance on traditional fishing and minimizing harm to animals and vulnerable ocean ecosystems. Through food technology, Bluu Seafood seeks to bring cultured fish products to the market for consumers seeking sustainable choices.
Redefine Meat
Series A in 2021
Redefine Meat Ltd. is an innovative company specializing in the production of animal-free meat alternatives, primarily focused on replicating the texture, flavor, and overall experience of traditional beef and other high-value meat products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ness Ziona, Israel, the company employs advanced 3D printing technology, proprietary meat digital modeling, and carefully crafted food formulations to create its products. Redefine Meat's offerings are designed to meet the demands of meat distributors, restaurants, and retailers, providing a sustainable and ethical solution for meat production without compromising on the sensory qualities associated with animal meat. By utilizing natural and sustainable ingredients, the company aims to transform the meat industry and promote a more responsible approach to food consumption.
CellRev
Seed Round in 2021
CellRev is a biotechnology company specializing in process intensification for cell manufacturing. Its proprietary technology enables the transition from batch to continuous processing of adherent cells, increasing yields while reducing operating costs and capital expenditure.
Hoxton Farms
Seed Round in 2021
Hoxton Farms, based in London, UK, specializes in producing real animal fat without the use of animals. The company employs cell biology and advanced mathematical modeling to cultivate purified animal fat in bioreactors, catering primarily to the meat alternatives industry. This innovative approach enables the creation of cruelty-free fat that can be utilized not only in meat alternatives but also in other sectors such as bakery, confectionery, and cosmetics. By focusing on sustainable and ethical production methods, Hoxton Farms aims to transform the way fat is sourced and used in various products.
Matrix Food Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Matrix Meats, LLC, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, specializes in the development and manufacture of nanofiber scaffolds designed to facilitate the production of cultured meat. The company's proprietary process utilizes a variety of synthetic and organic materials to create structural replacements for non-muscle and non-fat proteins found in traditional meat. Founded in 2019 by Eric Jenkusky, Ross Kayuha, and Flavio Lobato, Matrix Meats focuses on providing solutions that promote clean, healthy, and environmentally friendly cellular meat. Their scaffolds, made from materials such as mycelium, algae, or aerogels, play a crucial role in advancing the cultured meat industry.
Better Dairy
Seed Round in 2020
Better Dairy produces dairy alternatives using precision fermentation. It creates animal-free versions of cheese, yogurt, and ice cream that are molecularly identical to traditional dairy products, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Remilk is a food‑tech company founded in 2019 in Tel Aviv, Israel, that employs microbial precision fermentation to produce milk proteins and other key ingredients. Its technology enables the creation of dairy products that closely match the flavor, nutritional profile, and functional properties of cow milk, while eliminating the need for animal farming and reducing environmental impact.
Avant Meats
Seed Round in 2020
Avant Meats specializes in developing sustainable, cell-based animal protein products. They focus on innovation, branding, and intellectual property to create fish protein products free from heavy metals and microplastics.
Green Monday
Venture Round in 2020
Green Monday Holdings is a Hong Kong-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in manufacturing and distributing plant-based pork substitute products and frozen meals. The company offers a range of products including OmniPork, which features various options such as luncheon meat, strips, buns, and dumplings, all designed to provide healthier alternatives to traditional meat. In addition to its product offerings, Green Monday operates a chain of vegetarian-focused retail outlets and cafes, promoting a sustainable and healthy lifestyle. The company's mission emphasizes encouraging individuals to adopt low-carbon living practices, particularly by participating in initiatives like "Meatless Mondays" to foster social and environmental responsibility.
Solar Foods
Series A in 2020
Solar Foods is a food‑tech company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Lappeenranta, Finland. It develops a patented hydrogen‑fermentation platform that converts electricity into hydrogen, which is then combined with carbon dioxide, water, vitamins, and minerals to feed hydrogen‑oxidizing microbes. The resulting single‑cell biomass is processed into Solein, a protein‑rich powder that serves as a sustainable, nutritionally complete substitute for animal‑derived proteins. The company focuses on commercializing this technology to produce food raw materials that can replace animal‑based foods while reducing environmental impact.
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.
TurtleTree Labs
Seed Round in 2020
TurtleTree Labs is a Singapore-based biotechnology company focused on producing real milk from animal cells. Founded in 2019, it uses mammary cell-based technology to produce dairy ingredients and milk in food production facilities without the involvement of live animals, enabling animal-free, sustainable dairy products for manufacturers, infant nutrition providers, and health-focused consumers.
InnovoPro
Series B in 2020
InnovoPro is a producer of plant-based protein ingredients derived from chickpeas, supplying dairy-alternative products and ingredient solutions for the global food market. The core offering is a chickpea protein concentrate with non-GMO vegan origins designed for wide usability in food formulations, delivering nutritious, safe, sustainable, and affordable options. Founded in 2013 by Dr. Ascher Shmulewitz, the company focuses on advancing chickpea proteins and related ingredients to meet growing demand for plant-based protein. InnovoPro emphasizes its role as an innovator of disruptive technology in the food industry, enabling customers to develop nutritious plant-based products while maintaining sustainability.
Rebellyous Foods
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2017, Rebellyous Foods produces affordable, high-volume plant-based meat products. It specializes in plant-based chicken nuggets, patties, and strips, serving schools, hospitals, corporate cafeterias, and restaurants.
Yofix develops and manufactures dairy-free, soy-free fermented plant-based foods enriched with probiotics. Their products include yogurt alternatives, drinks, desserts, and frozen yogurts, all made from cereals, lentils, grains, and seeds, offering a clean label with no artificial additives or preservatives.
UPSIDE Foods
Series B in 2020
UPSIDE Foods, formerly known as Memphis Meats, is a cultivated meat company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California. The company specializes in producing real meat, poultry, and seafood directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise and slaughter animals. This innovative approach significantly reduces the resource consumption associated with traditional meat production, requiring less water, land, and energy. UPSIDE Foods aims to offer consumers clean, humane, and sustainable meat products, such as beef meatballs, chicken, and duck, all grown in controlled environments. The company is led by Dr. Uma Valeti, who is committed to transforming the food industry with healthier and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional meat.
Good Catch
Series B in 2020
Good Catch Foods is a company that specializes in the development and manufacture of vegan, plant-based seafood alternatives. Founded in 2016, it produces a variety of products designed to replicate traditional seafood, including fish-free shredded tuna, crab cakes, salmon filets, and patties. These offerings are crafted using a blend of pea proteins and legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and fava beans. Initially headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Good Catch has since expanded its presence to New York, New York. The company aims to provide sustainable and health-conscious food options for consumers seeking plant-based diets.
Gathered Foods
Series B in 2020
Gathered Foods Corporation, operating under the brand name Good Catch, specializes in the development, production, and sale of plant-based seafood alternatives in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Heath, Ohio, the company offers a variety of products, including plant-based tuna, frozen entrées, and appetizers, all crafted from a unique blend of six legumes—peas, chickpeas, lentils, soy, fava beans, and navy beans—alongside seaweed and algae extract to enhance flavor. These products are designed to replicate the taste and experience of traditional seafood while being free from dairy, gluten, and GMOs, providing a cruelty-free option for consumers seeking alternatives to seafood. Gathered Foods sells its products through both retail stores and online channels, catering to a growing market of health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.
Formo is Europe's first cellular agriculture company developing animal-free dairy products. It uses precision fermentation to derive real, nature-identical milk proteins, offering sustainable and ethical alternatives for consumers.
Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.
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.
Redefine Meat
Seed Round in 2019
Redefine Meat Ltd. is an innovative company specializing in the production of animal-free meat alternatives, primarily focused on replicating the texture, flavor, and overall experience of traditional beef and other high-value meat products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ness Ziona, Israel, the company employs advanced 3D printing technology, proprietary meat digital modeling, and carefully crafted food formulations to create its products. Redefine Meat's offerings are designed to meet the demands of meat distributors, restaurants, and retailers, providing a sustainable and ethical solution for meat production without compromising on the sensory qualities associated with animal meat. By utilizing natural and sustainable ingredients, the company aims to transform the meat industry and promote a more responsible approach to food consumption.
New Culture
Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, New Culture is a food company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in producing sustainable, animal-free cheese using microflora to create dairy proteins.
Motif FoodWorks, Inc. is a bio-organism engineering company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative food ingredients. The company focuses on producing animal-free proteins, including meat alternatives and dairy-free proteins, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food solutions. By utilizing fermentation technology, Motif creates essential proteins and nutrients that enhance both nutrition and flavor in food products. The company collaborates with chefs, health experts, and food innovators to develop new ingredient solutions aimed at transforming the food industry and promoting sustainability. Established in 2018 and originally known as Motif Ingredients, Motif FoodWorks rebranded in 2019 to reflect its commitment to advancing the next generation of healthy and plant-based foods.
Aleph Farms
Series A in 2019
Aleph Farms Limited is an innovative food technology company based in Ashdod, Israel, specializing in cellular agriculture to produce clean meat. Founded in 2017, Aleph Farms focuses on sustainable food production by developing methods to grow animal products directly from non-genetically modified animal cells, utilizing proprietary three-dimensional bioprinting technologies. The company made significant strides in the industry by unveiling the world's first cultivated thin-cut steak in 2018, followed by the first cultivated ribeye steak in 2021 and cultivated collagen in 2022. Under its product brand Aleph Cuts, its inaugural offering, the Petit Steak, is crafted from non-modified cells sourced from a premium Angus cow, allowing production without animal slaughter. Aleph Farms has garnered recognition for its commitment to climate leadership, including a net zero pledge made in 2020, earning accolades from prominent organizations like the World Economic Forum and the United Nations.
Brilliant Planet
Seed Round in 2018
Brilliant Planet develops algae-based biomass production to permanently sequester carbon at large scale using open-air pond systems on coastal desert land. The approach grows microalgae without fresh water, leveraging natural processes to sequester carbon while supporting ocean and air health, and it also provides a source of protein to meet rising demand.