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Asterix Foods is a biotechnology company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, founded in 2022. The company specializes in developing protein production through plant-cell culture techniques, focusing on the creation of bioactive proteins for food applications. Asterix Foods aims to provide scalable, functional, and complex proteins that are derived from plant cell cultures, offering an animal-free alternative for consumers.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.

CellCrine focuses on discovering enzymes that transform cell culture for the cell-based meats industry. CellCrine was founded in 2021and was headquartered in United, States.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

Finless Foods is a biotechnology company that uses cellular agriculture to develop cell-cultured seafood products as sustainable alternatives for human consumption. It grows marine-animal cells to create seafood substitutes, including bluefin tuna, with the goal of offering responsibly produced options that support ocean health and reduce overfishing. Founded in 2017 and based in Emeryville, California, the company concentrates on expanding dietary choices while addressing environmental impacts of traditional seafood.

California Cultured is a food company that uses cellular agriculture to produce cocoa and coffee, with the aim of delivering sustainable, lab-grown ingredients. Its cocoa is described as less bitter and requiring less sugar to achieve flavor, enabling premium quality products with a smaller environmental footprint. The company seeks to address social and environmental concerns linked to traditional cocoa production by avoiding practices such as slavery, deforestation, and child labor. California Cultured was founded in 2020 and is based in Davis, California.

Nukoko is a bean-to-bar manufacturer specializing in cocoa-free chocolate. Utilizing UK-sourced ingredients and patent-pending technology, the company produces healthier, environmentally friendly chocolate.

Terra Bioindustries produces plant-based protein derived from underutilized waste materials like spent grains from beer manufacturing. This process transforms these unused parts into functional vegan protein, offering clients sustainable alternatives to soy and pea protein for use in meat and dairy replacements.

Voyage Foods develops sustainable alternatives to popular foods. Using natural ingredients and proprietary technology, they create products like nut-free spreads, cocoa-free chocolate, and bean-free coffee that maintain original taste and nutrition without environmental compromise.

Terra Bioindustries produces plant-based protein derived from underutilized waste materials like spent grains from beer manufacturing. This process transforms these unused parts into functional vegan protein, offering clients sustainable alternatives to soy and pea protein for use in meat and dairy replacements.

Veloz Bio is a biotechnology company founded in 2021 and based in Monterrey, Nuevo León. The company specializes in molecular farming to develop and manufacture animal-free and alternative proteins. Utilizing a rapid protein production system, Veloz Bio leverages efficient plant metabolism to create sustainable and affordable protein solutions. This innovative approach enables the company to support biotechnology firms by providing expertise in key areas such as protein production, supercritical fluid extraction, and membrane purification. Through its focus on scalable protein development, Veloz Bio aims to contribute to the advancement of alternative protein sources in the food industry.

Nukoko is a bean-to-bar manufacturer specializing in cocoa-free chocolate. Utilizing UK-sourced ingredients and patent-pending technology, the company produces healthier, environmentally friendly chocolate.

California Cultured is a food company that uses cellular agriculture to produce cocoa and coffee, with the aim of delivering sustainable, lab-grown ingredients. Its cocoa is described as less bitter and requiring less sugar to achieve flavor, enabling premium quality products with a smaller environmental footprint. The company seeks to address social and environmental concerns linked to traditional cocoa production by avoiding practices such as slavery, deforestation, and child labor. California Cultured was founded in 2020 and is based in Davis, California.

Protogenix develops a platform technology to replace the mammalian cell system for manufacturing complex proteins. The decentralized plug-and-play platform enables high-yield production at greater speed and lower cost, helping food and pharmaceutical producers access sustainably produced, safe protein ingredients while aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of animal agriculture.

Nukoko is a bean-to-bar manufacturer specializing in cocoa-free chocolate. Utilizing UK-sourced ingredients and patent-pending technology, the company produces healthier, environmentally friendly chocolate.

Beeflow is a biotechnology-driven company that applies science and technology to bee pollination. The company provides professional pollination services to farmers, leveraging proprietary pollination technologies, data-driven hive management, and expertise in bee biology and crop science to optimize pollination and improve crop quality for crops such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Operating in the United States, Peru, and Mexico, Beeflow began in Argentina and has expanded to international markets, aiming to increase crop yields while supporting bee health and sustainability.

Veloz Bio is a biotechnology company founded in 2021 and based in Monterrey, Nuevo León. The company specializes in molecular farming to develop and manufacture animal-free and alternative proteins. Utilizing a rapid protein production system, Veloz Bio leverages efficient plant metabolism to create sustainable and affordable protein solutions. This innovative approach enables the company to support biotechnology firms by providing expertise in key areas such as protein production, supercritical fluid extraction, and membrane purification. Through its focus on scalable protein development, Veloz Bio aims to contribute to the advancement of alternative protein sources in the food industry.

Multus is a London-based company established in 2019 that specializes in providing tailored growth media solutions for the cultivated meat industry. By utilizing a machine learning-based approach, Multus develops completely animal-free growth media designed specifically for the efficient growth of animal cells. This innovative technology enables cultivated meat companies to scale their production affordably and sustainably, allowing them to focus on creating delicious and environmentally friendly meat alternatives. Additionally, Multus optimizes a variety of growth factor proteins produced by genetically engineered microorganisms, thereby eliminating the reliance on traditional animal serum-based media. Through its efforts, Multus aims to address the diverse needs of various animal cell types and tissues, facilitating the growth of the cultivated meat sector while significantly reducing the environmental and economic impacts associated with conventional meat production.

Atlantic Fish Company is focused on producing cultivated seafood through cellular agriculture, operating from its headquarters in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. The company aims to provide sustainable seafood options by cultivating fish in a controlled environment. This innovative approach allows Atlantic Fish Company to offer fresh fish meat that maintains the natural taste while minimizing the environmental impact associated with traditional fishing practices. By leveraging cellular agriculture, the company seeks to meet the growing demand for sustainable protein sources.

Nukoko is a bean-to-bar manufacturer specializing in cocoa-free chocolate. Utilizing UK-sourced ingredients and patent-pending technology, the company produces healthier, environmentally friendly chocolate.

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.

Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition. Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.

Atlantic Fish Company is focused on producing cultivated seafood through cellular agriculture, operating from its headquarters in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. The company aims to provide sustainable seafood options by cultivating fish in a controlled environment. This innovative approach allows Atlantic Fish Company to offer fresh fish meat that maintains the natural taste while minimizing the environmental impact associated with traditional fishing practices. By leveraging cellular agriculture, the company seeks to meet the growing demand for sustainable protein sources.

Protogenix develops a platform technology to replace the mammalian cell system for manufacturing complex proteins. The decentralized plug-and-play platform enables high-yield production at greater speed and lower cost, helping food and pharmaceutical producers access sustainably produced, safe protein ingredients while aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of animal agriculture.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

West Bourne is a producer of a zero-waste packaged goods brand focused on providing sustainable and high-quality food products. The company offers a diverse range of snacks, baking mixes, and flavorful sauces, all made from organic ingredients sourced from farms that practice regenerative agriculture. West Bourne is committed to environmental responsibility, utilizing plastic-free and biodegradable packaging to minimize waste. By prioritizing sustainability and health, the company empowers consumers to make informed choices about their food.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

CellCrine focuses on discovering enzymes that transform cell culture for the cell-based meats industry. CellCrine was founded in 2021and was headquartered in United, States.

Edge Foods is a New York City-based company that addresses the scaling challenges faced by the cultured meat sector. The company has developed a platform technology designed to produce high-performing and affordable growth factors and recombinant proteins. This innovative approach allows for the creation of tasty and cost-effective meat alternatives that cater to health-conscious consumers, ensuring that meat lovers can enjoy their favorite foods while promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Nat4Bio develops natural edible coatings that protect fresh produce from spoilage and decay by leveraging microbial fermentation of selected fungi and bacteria to create cell-free compounds. The coatings are odorless and tasteless, edible, and designed to delay ripening and inhibit pathogens while remaining compatible with standard packing systems. The company's first product is an edible coating for lemons that could replace conventional waxes and chemical fungicides, with prototypes in development for blueberries and avocados and plans to expand its portfolio to other fruit classes. By delivering natural, microbe-derived active principles without the microbes themselves, Nat4Bio aims to reduce spoilage and reliance on synthetic chemicals in produce supply chains.

Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.

Voyage Foods develops sustainable alternatives to popular foods. Using natural ingredients and proprietary technology, they create products like nut-free spreads, cocoa-free chocolate, and bean-free coffee that maintain original taste and nutrition without environmental compromise.

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.

Lypid develops vegan fats designed to taste and behave like animal fats. The company uses a novel formulation and microencapsulation to mimic texture, mouthfeel, flavor transfer, and cooking behavior of animal fats, enabling an animal-free alternative with minimal artificial additives, reduced hydrogenation, and fewer trans fats. Its products aim to reduce dependence on animal fats and lower the environmental footprint of food production.

Finless Foods is a biotechnology company that uses cellular agriculture to develop cell-cultured seafood products as sustainable alternatives for human consumption. It grows marine-animal cells to create seafood substitutes, including bluefin tuna, with the goal of offering responsibly produced options that support ocean health and reduce overfishing. Founded in 2017 and based in Emeryville, California, the company concentrates on expanding dietary choices while addressing environmental impacts of traditional seafood.

Lypid develops vegan fats designed to taste and behave like animal fats. The company uses a novel formulation and microencapsulation to mimic texture, mouthfeel, flavor transfer, and cooking behavior of animal fats, enabling an animal-free alternative with minimal artificial additives, reduced hydrogenation, and fewer trans fats. Its products aim to reduce dependence on animal fats and lower the environmental footprint of food production.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

Nat4Bio develops natural edible coatings that protect fresh produce from spoilage and decay by leveraging microbial fermentation of selected fungi and bacteria to create cell-free compounds. The coatings are odorless and tasteless, edible, and designed to delay ripening and inhibit pathogens while remaining compatible with standard packing systems. The company's first product is an edible coating for lemons that could replace conventional waxes and chemical fungicides, with prototypes in development for blueberries and avocados and plans to expand its portfolio to other fruit classes. By delivering natural, microbe-derived active principles without the microbes themselves, Nat4Bio aims to reduce spoilage and reliance on synthetic chemicals in produce supply chains.

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.

Veloz Bio is a biotechnology company founded in 2021 and based in Monterrey, Nuevo León. The company specializes in molecular farming to develop and manufacture animal-free and alternative proteins. Utilizing a rapid protein production system, Veloz Bio leverages efficient plant metabolism to create sustainable and affordable protein solutions. This innovative approach enables the company to support biotechnology firms by providing expertise in key areas such as protein production, supercritical fluid extraction, and membrane purification. Through its focus on scalable protein development, Veloz Bio aims to contribute to the advancement of alternative protein sources in the food industry.

Veloz Bio is a biotechnology company founded in 2021 and based in Monterrey, Nuevo León. The company specializes in molecular farming to develop and manufacture animal-free and alternative proteins. Utilizing a rapid protein production system, Veloz Bio leverages efficient plant metabolism to create sustainable and affordable protein solutions. This innovative approach enables the company to support biotechnology firms by providing expertise in key areas such as protein production, supercritical fluid extraction, and membrane purification. Through its focus on scalable protein development, Veloz Bio aims to contribute to the advancement of alternative protein sources in the food industry.

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.

Sundial Foods develops plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the texture, appearance, and sensory experience of traditional meat using natural, plant-derived ingredients. The company aims to offer affordable, nutritious options for conscious consumers and to reduce meat consumption without relying on synthetic additives or heavily processed ingredients. Based in Berkeley, California, Sundial Foods was founded in 2019.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

California Cultured is a food company that uses cellular agriculture to produce cocoa and coffee, with the aim of delivering sustainable, lab-grown ingredients. Its cocoa is described as less bitter and requiring less sugar to achieve flavor, enabling premium quality products with a smaller environmental footprint. The company seeks to address social and environmental concerns linked to traditional cocoa production by avoiding practices such as slavery, deforestation, and child labor. California Cultured was founded in 2020 and is based in Davis, California.

Kyomei is a company based in Oxford, England, focused on developing a plant-based production system aimed at creating animal proteins for the alternative meat industry. Founded in 2021, Kyomei employs innovative techniques in plant cell biology to scale the production of myoglobin, which enhances the flavor profile of meat alternatives by providing umami. This approach not only aims to improve the taste of plant-based products but also seeks to reduce reliance on carbon-intensive animal agriculture, promoting a more sustainable food system for consumers.

New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat through an innovative automated, data-driven platform that utilizes stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells instead of relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

Paragon Pure is a food ingredient company specializing in developing natural products that cater to modern dietary needs. They focus on areas such as flavor encapsulation and process engineering, leveraging physical chemistry principles and navigating regulatory spaces to create healthier, sustainable structured fats and flavors.

Finless Foods is a biotechnology company that uses cellular agriculture to develop cell-cultured seafood products as sustainable alternatives for human consumption. It grows marine-animal cells to create seafood substitutes, including bluefin tuna, with the goal of offering responsibly produced options that support ocean health and reduce overfishing. Founded in 2017 and based in Emeryville, California, the company concentrates on expanding dietary choices while addressing environmental impacts of traditional seafood.

Beeflow is a biotechnology-driven company that applies science and technology to bee pollination. The company provides professional pollination services to farmers, leveraging proprietary pollination technologies, data-driven hive management, and expertise in bee biology and crop science to optimize pollination and improve crop quality for crops such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Operating in the United States, Peru, and Mexico, Beeflow began in Argentina and has expanded to international markets, aiming to increase crop yields while supporting bee health and sustainability.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

Multus is a London-based company established in 2019 that specializes in providing tailored growth media solutions for the cultivated meat industry. By utilizing a machine learning-based approach, Multus develops completely animal-free growth media designed specifically for the efficient growth of animal cells. This innovative technology enables cultivated meat companies to scale their production affordably and sustainably, allowing them to focus on creating delicious and environmentally friendly meat alternatives. Additionally, Multus optimizes a variety of growth factor proteins produced by genetically engineered microorganisms, thereby eliminating the reliance on traditional animal serum-based media. Through its efforts, Multus aims to address the diverse needs of various animal cell types and tissues, facilitating the growth of the cultivated meat sector while significantly reducing the environmental and economic impacts associated with conventional meat production.

Sundial Foods develops plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the texture, appearance, and sensory experience of traditional meat using natural, plant-derived ingredients. The company aims to offer affordable, nutritious options for conscious consumers and to reduce meat consumption without relying on synthetic additives or heavily processed ingredients. Based in Berkeley, California, Sundial Foods was founded in 2019.

Sundial Foods develops plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the texture, appearance, and sensory experience of traditional meat using natural, plant-derived ingredients. The company aims to offer affordable, nutritious options for conscious consumers and to reduce meat consumption without relying on synthetic additives or heavily processed ingredients. Based in Berkeley, California, Sundial Foods was founded in 2019.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

California Cultured is a food company that uses cellular agriculture to produce cocoa and coffee, with the aim of delivering sustainable, lab-grown ingredients. Its cocoa is described as less bitter and requiring less sugar to achieve flavor, enabling premium quality products with a smaller environmental footprint. The company seeks to address social and environmental concerns linked to traditional cocoa production by avoiding practices such as slavery, deforestation, and child labor. California Cultured was founded in 2020 and is based in Davis, California.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition. Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.

New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.

New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat through an innovative automated, data-driven platform that utilizes stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells instead of relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.

BioFeyn develops aquafeed ingredients that enhance the nutrition and sustainability of farmed fish. By optimizing marine ingredients and applying biodegradable nanoencapsulation, the company improves digestion, absorption, and bioavailability of nutrients, enabling delivery to specific tissues. This targeted delivery supports healthier growth and disease prevention in fish while reducing environmental pollution. The approach combines modular nutrient delivery with natural disease preventatives, helping clients produce farmed fish that are both nutritious and more sustainable.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

Founded in 2015, NotCo specializes in developing plant-based alternatives to animal-derived products such as mayonnaise, milk, yogurt, dressings, and desserts. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the company creates food systems that mimic the taste and functionality of their animal-based counterparts.

Finless Foods is a biotechnology company that uses cellular agriculture to develop cell-cultured seafood products as sustainable alternatives for human consumption. It grows marine-animal cells to create seafood substitutes, including bluefin tuna, with the goal of offering responsibly produced options that support ocean health and reduce overfishing. Founded in 2017 and based in Emeryville, California, the company concentrates on expanding dietary choices while addressing environmental impacts of traditional seafood.

New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat through an innovative automated, data-driven platform that utilizes stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells instead of relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.

Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.

Protera specializes in developing functional food ingredients through innovative protein engineering and artificial intelligence. The company employs a proprietary deep-learning algorithm to enhance the design and development of protein products and enzymes, allowing for rapid prediction of high-value ingredients. This technological approach aims to address ethical, environmental, and consumer health challenges by providing healthier and safer food options made from responsibly and sustainably produced ingredients. By streamlining the product development process, Protera helps its customers bring these functional ingredients to market more efficiently and cost-effectively, while also focusing on robust intellectual property and strategic partnerships to support its business objectives.

Lypid develops vegan fats designed to taste and behave like animal fats. The company uses a novel formulation and microencapsulation to mimic texture, mouthfeel, flavor transfer, and cooking behavior of animal fats, enabling an animal-free alternative with minimal artificial additives, reduced hydrogenation, and fewer trans fats. Its products aim to reduce dependence on animal fats and lower the environmental footprint of food production.

Lypid develops vegan fats designed to taste and behave like animal fats. The company uses a novel formulation and microencapsulation to mimic texture, mouthfeel, flavor transfer, and cooking behavior of animal fats, enabling an animal-free alternative with minimal artificial additives, reduced hydrogenation, and fewer trans fats. Its products aim to reduce dependence on animal fats and lower the environmental footprint of food production.

Protera specializes in developing functional food ingredients through innovative protein engineering and artificial intelligence. The company employs a proprietary deep-learning algorithm to enhance the design and development of protein products and enzymes, allowing for rapid prediction of high-value ingredients. This technological approach aims to address ethical, environmental, and consumer health challenges by providing healthier and safer food options made from responsibly and sustainably produced ingredients. By streamlining the product development process, Protera helps its customers bring these functional ingredients to market more efficiently and cost-effectively, while also focusing on robust intellectual property and strategic partnerships to support its business objectives.

Multus is a London-based company established in 2019 that specializes in providing tailored growth media solutions for the cultivated meat industry. By utilizing a machine learning-based approach, Multus develops completely animal-free growth media designed specifically for the efficient growth of animal cells. This innovative technology enables cultivated meat companies to scale their production affordably and sustainably, allowing them to focus on creating delicious and environmentally friendly meat alternatives. Additionally, Multus optimizes a variety of growth factor proteins produced by genetically engineered microorganisms, thereby eliminating the reliance on traditional animal serum-based media. Through its efforts, Multus aims to address the diverse needs of various animal cell types and tissues, facilitating the growth of the cultivated meat sector while significantly reducing the environmental and economic impacts associated with conventional meat production.

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.

Alora is a pioneering ocean agriculture company that genetically fortifies crops to thrive in marine environments. Their innovative platform mimics natural processes, optimizing spatial design and utilizing hydroponics to mitigate wave motion. By drawing nutrients directly from saltwater, Alora's approach increases yield and reduces freshwater use, promoting sustainable and efficient farming.

New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat through an innovative automated, data-driven platform that utilizes stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells instead of relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.

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.

NovoNutrients is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in the conversion of waste CO2 emissions into high-value proteins and additives for use in food and animal feed. The company's proprietary technology employs advanced gas fermentation systems and custom microbes to transform industrial waste CO2, hydrogen, and oxygen into safe, natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative process not only addresses global food security by providing a sustainable alternative protein source but also contributes to climate change mitigation through carbon capture and utilization.

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.

Founded in 2015, NotCo specializes in developing plant-based alternatives to animal-derived products such as mayonnaise, milk, yogurt, dressings, and desserts. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the company creates food systems that mimic the taste and functionality of their animal-based counterparts.

Hexafly is a biotech company based in Kells, Ireland, established in 2016. It specializes in the sustainable farming of insects, particularly the Black Soldier Fly larvae, to produce various products for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition sectors. The company focuses on converting food waste into protein meals, oils, and fertilizers, promoting a circular economy. Its product range includes insect oil for fish feed, protein additives for aquaculture, Frass for plant nutrition, and Chitin, a versatile bio-polymer utilized in medicine, cosmetics, and food. Hexafly sells its products online, aiming to provide environmentally friendly solutions in agriculture and contribute to a sustainable food system.

Prime Roots is a plant-based food company that develops meat and seafood alternatives using koji mycelium-derived proteins. Its products include plant-based meats such as a salmon burger that mimic the taste, texture, and nutrition of animal-derived products. By leveraging natural koji proteins, Prime Roots aims to lower the environmental footprint of protein supply by reducing reliance on conventional animal farming, while offering protein-rich options for both meat eaters and vegetarians. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, Prime Roots operates in the food industry.

New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat through an innovative automated, data-driven platform that utilizes stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells instead of relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.

Prime Roots is a plant-based food company that develops meat and seafood alternatives using koji mycelium-derived proteins. Its products include plant-based meats such as a salmon burger that mimic the taste, texture, and nutrition of animal-derived products. By leveraging natural koji proteins, Prime Roots aims to lower the environmental footprint of protein supply by reducing reliance on conventional animal farming, while offering protein-rich options for both meat eaters and vegetarians. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, Prime Roots operates in the food industry.

Beeflow is a biotechnology-driven company that applies science and technology to bee pollination. The company provides professional pollination services to farmers, leveraging proprietary pollination technologies, data-driven hive management, and expertise in bee biology and crop science to optimize pollination and improve crop quality for crops such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Operating in the United States, Peru, and Mexico, Beeflow began in Argentina and has expanded to international markets, aiming to increase crop yields while supporting bee health and sustainability.

Founded in 2015, NotCo specializes in developing plant-based alternatives to animal-derived products such as mayonnaise, milk, yogurt, dressings, and desserts. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the company creates food systems that mimic the taste and functionality of their animal-based counterparts.

Founded in 2015, NotCo specializes in developing plant-based alternatives to animal-derived products such as mayonnaise, milk, yogurt, dressings, and desserts. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the company creates food systems that mimic the taste and functionality of their animal-based counterparts.

Finless Foods is a biotechnology company that uses cellular agriculture to develop cell-cultured seafood products as sustainable alternatives for human consumption. It grows marine-animal cells to create seafood substitutes, including bluefin tuna, with the goal of offering responsibly produced options that support ocean health and reduce overfishing. Founded in 2017 and based in Emeryville, California, the company concentrates on expanding dietary choices while addressing environmental impacts of traditional seafood.

New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.

Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.

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.

AstRoNA Biotechnologies Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Davis, California, specializes in the development and manufacturing of handheld food contamination detection devices. The company's innovative technology addresses the critical issue of food safety, which affects millions globally, resulting in significant hospitalizations each year. AstRoNA's detector is designed for ease of use and can be deployed on-site at various stages of food production, from field to table. This device is capable of screening all types of food for contaminants in under an hour, significantly improving upon the traditional 48-hour food safety testing process. By providing a sensitive and adaptable means of ensuring food safety, AstRoNA Biotechnologies aims to enhance public health and reduce the risks associated with foodborne illnesses.

Oobli develops healthy, low-calorie protein sweeteners derived from exotic plants. These rare compounds offer great taste without affecting blood sugar levels or gut microbiome. The company has secured regulatory approvals such as FDA 'no questions' letters and GRAS status for multiple proteins.

New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.

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.

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.