Rambuhealth
Seed Round in 2020
Rambuhealth is a company that specializes in producing a natural antioxidant ingredient derived from the exotic rambutan fruit. This ingredient is utilized in beverages aimed at preventing diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. By focusing on environmentally friendly methods, Rambuhealth offers a functional product that not only supports disease prevention but also enhances health, welfare, and overall quality of life at an affordable price. In addition to its preventive properties, the antioxidant ingredient also aids in regulating blood sugar levels, provides energy, and supports muscle recovery after exercise, making it a versatile addition to health-conscious consumers' diets.
Nature Preserve
Seed Round in 2020
Nature Preserve operates a subscription-based platform that focuses on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and blockchain traceability to enhance the efficiency of food supply chains. The company aims to assist food distributors and processors in tracking and minimizing the emissions associated with food products. By re-engineering avoidable food waste, Nature Preserve transforms it into a variety of healthy, additive-free food products that are both delicious and have a long shelf life. This innovative approach not only addresses environmental concerns but also provides clients with high-quality food options, contributing to a more sustainable food industry.
Milk Moovement
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Milk Moovement is a computer software company specializing in the dairy supply chain, established in 2018 and headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. The company offers a cloud-based platform that connects all participants in the dairy supply chain, providing features such as transportation monitoring, production tracking, quality monitoring, and producer payment. This comprehensive milk management system serves as an Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP), allowing users to track milk pick-ups and production while facilitating the identification of process improvements. By delivering actionable intelligence and access to vital performance metrics, Milk Moovement aims to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize profitability for stakeholders throughout the dairy supply chain.
Planetarians
Convertible Note in 2019
Planetarians is a US-based startup focused on developing affordable and healthy plant-based proteins through innovative ingredient technology. The company specializes in creating alternative meat products using carbon-negative ingredients derived from spent soybeans after vegetable oil extraction and spent yeast after beer fermentation. These by-products are repurposed for human consumption, providing natural protein and fiber to fortify various food products. Planetarians' efforts have been recognized in publications such as Alt Meat Magazine and TechCrunch, highlighting their contributions to sustainable food technology.
Simply Good Jars
Seed Round in 2019
Simply Good Jars is a certified B-Corporation dedicated to promoting sustainability through its meal delivery service. The company operates smart refrigerated kiosks in offices, transit centers, universities, and healthcare facilities, offering chef-prepared, ready-to-eat meals packaged in reusable jars. These jars are designed to minimize waste, with a high return rate ensuring minimal environmental impact. For every jar returned, Simply Good Jars contributes to feeding someone in need, aligning its business model with social responsibility.
Sweetie Pie Organics
Seed Round in 2019
Sweetie Pie Organics specializes in creating wholesome snacks for toddlers and nutritious food products for new mothers. Their offerings include snacks made from high-quality organic fruits and vegetables sourced from US farms, which are freeze-dried to maintain their natural flavors and nutrients. These snacks are 100% composed of fruits and vegetables, with no additives, ensuring a pure and healthy option for young children. Additionally, the company provides organic lactation smoothies and other food products designed to support the health and wellness of new mothers. All products are USDA organic, non-GMO certified, gluten-free, and free from artificial flavors and preservatives, making them safe and nutritionally balanced for both mothers and their babies. With a focus on quality and sustainability, Sweetie Pie Organics uses recyclable packaging to further its commitment to environmental responsibility.
Lecker Labs
Angel Round in 2017
Lecker Labs Ltd. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in designing and manufacturing soluble pod-based electronic devices for yogurt production. The company's flagship product, Yomee, is a fully automatic yogurt maker that allows users to create personalized yogurt conveniently in their homes, similar to the functionality of a coffee pod machine. Through innovative technology, Lecker Labs aims to enhance the home yogurt-making experience by offering a simple and efficient solution for consumers seeking customization in their dairy products.
Fruitcubed
Pre Seed Round in 2017
FruitCubed is a food company based in Cork, Ireland, founded in 2015, that addresses the issue of food waste by transforming surplus and overripe fruits and vegetables into nutritious products. The company specializes in producing fruit-based flavored stock cubes, which are designed to provide individuals with the health benefits associated with fruits and vegetables. These stock cubes can be refrigerated and consumed for both nutritional and refreshing purposes, making them a practical option for enhancing meals while contributing to sustainability efforts. By utilizing ingredients that would otherwise go to waste, FruitCubed not only promotes healthier eating but also helps reduce food waste in the process.
Fruitcubed
Convertible Note in 2017
FruitCubed is a food company based in Cork, Ireland, founded in 2015, that addresses the issue of food waste by transforming surplus and overripe fruits and vegetables into nutritious products. The company specializes in producing fruit-based flavored stock cubes, which are designed to provide individuals with the health benefits associated with fruits and vegetables. These stock cubes can be refrigerated and consumed for both nutritional and refreshing purposes, making them a practical option for enhancing meals while contributing to sustainability efforts. By utilizing ingredients that would otherwise go to waste, FruitCubed not only promotes healthier eating but also helps reduce food waste in the process.
Molli Sauces
Seed Round in 2016
They created Molli so people can enjoy the incredible flavors of the different regions of Mexico without spending hours in the kitchen. Each of their seven cooking sauces and marinades is inspired on a traditional recipe from a specific region in Mexico. They honor the recipes that have been passed down by generations, use a unique blend of ingredients, and they follow the artisanal cooking techniques so people can enjoy the incredible flavors of the different regions of Mexico in their own kitchens. Molli cooking sauces and marinades are true Mexican flavors.
Nextdoorganics
Seed Round in 2014
Nextdoorganics, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based company founded in 2011 that focuses on distributing food from urban farmers and food makers to grocery stores. The company emphasizes sourcing from new, young, urban, and activist farmers, offering a diverse selection of local organic vegetables, fruits, meats, dry goods, and small-batch items. Nextdoorganics provides weekly pick-up or delivery orders for its members in Brooklyn and Manhattan, with main packages ranging from $20 to $50. Customers have the flexibility to hold or change their orders online, and the company enhances the shopping experience by offering inspiration through a weekly newsletter, recipe boards on Pinterest, and engagement on social media platforms.
Local Food Lab
Seed Round in 2014
Local Food Lab, Inc. is a venture builder and startup academy based in Stanford, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in providing online classes that focus on business plan development and investor pitch preparation specifically for food and agricultural startups. Additionally, Local Food Lab offers a one-day boot camp program designed for food entrepreneurs, catering to a diverse range of clients including artisan food makers, urban agriculturists, food tech innovators, food photographers, food truck operators, farmers, restaurateurs, food bloggers, package designers, and recipe box creators. The company's mission is to foster a healthier, more equitable, and resilient food system through education and community support for aspiring food entrepreneurs.