Nourish Ventures

Infusd Nutrition specializes in enhancing the absorption and usability of essential nutrients in food and beverages. Their proprietary technology converts fat-soluble and insoluble nutrients, such as Omega-3 and Vitamin D, into water-soluble forms, improving their bioavailability and eliminating any unpleasant aftertaste. This innovation enables the beverage, nutrition, and cosmetic industries to effectively incorporate these nutrients into their products, thereby enhancing their health benefits.

Plantible Foods, Inc. is a company that focuses on developing and producing sustainable plant-based protein. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida, the company extracts flavors from lemna and utilizes aquatic plants to create its products. Plantible operates a proprietary agricultural manufacturing platform designed to help food companies innovate while minimizing costs. Its plant-based protein is all-natural, organic, and free of major allergens, exhibiting functional characteristics similar to those of egg whites, whey protein, or casein. This allows clients to enhance the quality of their products while benefiting from a more sustainable and cost-effective protein source, ultimately contributing to the optimization of the food industry.

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.

MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that specializes in utilizing fungi-based food-processing platforms to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products. Incorporated in 2013, the company addresses challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries through innovative solutions. One of its key products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the flavor profile of various agricultural offerings. Additionally, MycoTechnology engages in the fermentation of agricultural products using gourmet fungi, producing items such as myceliated chocolate and enhanced coffee beans. The company also develops and licenses technology aimed at naturally improving the flavor characteristics of robusta and arabica coffee, thereby enabling food producers to incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen brand association.