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PlantBaby specializes in providing plant-based food and beverages designed for families, supporting children from birth through adulthood. The company focuses on creating a portfolio of healthy, kid-friendly products that are free from dairy, gluten, refined sugar, GMOs, preservatives, and artificial flavors. PlantBaby aims to nourish and empower future generations by offering nutritious alternatives that are both delicious and scientifically backed. Their offerings include beverages that serve as nutritious substitutes, ensuring that children can enjoy enjoyable and healthy options throughout their developmental journey.

Renew Food is investigating the use of novel protein-based flavor ingredients. The taste and nutritional quality of alternative foods are top priorities for consumers seeking new, great-tasting, healthy food products that are good for our planet.

Nexture Bio is a company focused on advancing the cultivated meat industry through innovative biomaterial technologies. It specializes in developing cellular scaffolding solutions that enhance the texture, mouthfeel, and overall sensory experience of alternative meat products. By providing these structural solutions, Nexture Bio enables producers of cultivated whole-cut meats to achieve a closer resemblance to traditional meat, thereby promoting a more diverse and accessible market for cultivated meat globally. This approach not only addresses current limitations in the industry but also aims to facilitate broader consumer access to high-quality alternative protein products.

Alcheme Bio specializes in cellular flavoring, focusing on enhancing the taste of cultivated foods. The company conducts research to understand the relationship between media formulations and flavor, subsequently bioengineering media supplements that encourage cells to produce their own flavors, similar to natural processes. This innovative approach aims to enable clients to create cost-effective, cleaner, and more appealing food products, thereby advancing the cultivated food industry.

Innocent Meat offers an automated, end-to-end clean meat production system designed to assist food processors in reducing their dependence on traditional animal agriculture. The company provides a plug-and-play solution that facilitates the transition to cell-based meat production. This includes essential components such as growth media, cell lines, and scaffolding, along with the necessary manufacturing hardware, including bioreactors and filtration systems. By supplying these resources, Innocent Meat enables clients to effectively manage their production processes while ensuring safety and efficiency in the creation of clean meat products.

SoundEats is an innovative company focused on cultivated seafood, specializing in the development of high-quality contractile muscle tissue. Utilizing advanced CRISPR-enabled technology and stem cell science, SoundEats engineers cells that thrive in bioreactors, which significantly lowers production costs and enhances efficiency. This species-agnostic platform allows for the production of cultivated lean fish without the need for large-scale operations, thereby accelerating time to market. By providing a sustainable alternative to traditional seafood, SoundEats aims to alleviate pressure on ocean ecosystems while addressing global food demands responsibly. The company's multidisciplinary team is dedicated to transforming the seafood industry through safe and environmentally friendly food production methods.

Harvest Moon is Canada's first microbial fermentation company working to produce next generation dairy.

A disruptive startup developing human milk proteins as alternative proteins by precision fermentation

Hooked Foods, established in 2019 and headquartered in Sweden, focuses on developing plant-based seafood alternatives, particularly tuna and salmon products. The company aims to provide vegan-friendly options that are rich in protein and fatty acids, contributing to a healthier marine ecosystem. By offering delicious plant-based seafood, Hooked Foods seeks to facilitate a transition towards more sustainable seafood consumption, catering to consumers who are looking for healthier meal choices.

Future Cow is a Brazilian cellular agriculture startup developing an innovative technology that produces real dairy milk without cows. Using precise fermentation, we are able to replicate the molecular proteins produced by cows in labs, without any animal cells being taken - just a digitized copy of the cow gene. Our animal-free milk is molecularly identical to traditional dairy, but with significantly less environmental impact. By producing dairy without the need for traditional farming practices, we are able to address concerns around animal welfare and reduce the total greenhouse gas emissions associated with dairy production. We believe that our technology represents an exciting intersection of science and food and potentially disrupt the dairy industry, offering consumers a more ethical, sustainable, and tasty alternative to traditional dairy.

AQUA Cultured Foods specializes in producing innovative, fungi-based food products that serve as fermentation-enabled alternatives to traditional seafood. The company focuses on creating plant-based seafood that replicates the taste, texture, and freshness of fish, including tuna, scallops, squid, and shellfish, while being entirely fish-free. By meticulously controlling the growing environment, AQUA ensures that its products are consistently high-quality and sustainable. This approach allows consumers to enjoy delicious and healthy seafood options without contributing to the depletion of ocean resources, catering to the growing demand for environmentally friendly food alternatives.

Seprify is a manufacturer specializing in cellulose-based products aimed at promoting sustainability within various industries. The company develops plant-based cellulose white pigments and opacifier solutions designed to serve as alternatives to traditional titanium dioxide. These pigments are derived from renewable materials that are cost-effective, biocompatible, and easily processed, allowing for scalability using established industrial methods. Seprify's offerings cater to a range of sectors, including paints, inks, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food, enabling businesses to create safer and more sustainable products. By focusing on cellulose-based solutions, Seprify supports the transition toward a circular economy and encourages the adoption of environmentally friendly practices among its clients.

Vacka is a manufacturer of food and beverages. They produce and sell organic and plant-based vegan varieties. It is a plant-based product that seeks to revolutionize the consumption of food.

Multus is a London-based company established in 2019 that specializes in providing affordable and efficient growth media for the cultivated meat industry. By employing a machine learning approach, Multus develops entirely animal-free growth media tailored specifically for animal cells, helping cultivated meat companies scale their production while maintaining high performance. The company focuses on optimizing growth factor proteins produced by genetically engineered microorganisms, thereby eliminating the environmental drawbacks associated with traditional animal serum-based media. This innovative solution supports the growth of diverse animal cell types and tissues, enabling clients to produce sustainable meat products while minimizing the environmental and economic impacts of conventional meat production.

Thrilling Foods specializes in producing plant-based bacon that offers a realistic alternative to traditional bacon without using any animal products. Their flagship product, Thrilling Bakon, is crafted from non-GMO soybeans and incorporates only eight simple, easily recognizable ingredients. This gluten-free bacon is flavored with natural ingredients and seasoned with traditional salt and smoke cure, providing consumers with a healthier option while catering to dietary preferences that exclude pork. As the fastest-growing plant bacon brand in the United States, Thrilling Foods is committed to offering meat substitutes that meet the needs of a diverse range of customers.

Meat.The End is focused on advancing plant-based meat alternatives that closely replicate the texture, flavor, and appearance of traditional animal proteins. By employing innovative extrusion processing techniques, the company develops protein texturizing technologies that enhance the sensory experience of plant-based products. Recognizing that texture remains a significant barrier to consumer acceptance of meat alternatives, Meat.The End's solutions aim to improve the mouthfeel and overall eating experience, thereby addressing a critical shortcoming in current plant-based offerings. Through its industrial processes and protein treatment methods, the company enables producers to create nutritionally balanced products that convincingly mimic the characteristics of meat, ultimately providing healthier and more satisfying options for consumers seeking alternatives to animal-based foods.

Niskus Biotec specializes in producing food ingredients that enhance the sustainability, supply chain security, and functionality of various products. The company focuses on developing functional, protein-rich ingredients suitable for a wide range of food and beverage applications, aimed at improving nutrition, taste, and texture. Niskus Biotec collaborates with agri-food companies to facilitate the development and implementation of scaled-up manufacturing processes, utilizing specially designed solid-state fermenters. This flexible, staged approach allows businesses to effectively integrate these innovative ingredients into their offerings.

Shocken Foods specializes in the production of plant-based deli meats, offering a range of products designed to serve as alternatives to traditional meats. The company creates deli slices and pizza toppings, including options such as prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, pancetta, ham, and bacon. Utilizing an innovative alternative protein formulation, Shocken Foods aims to provide consumers with high-protein vegan deli products that closely mimic the taste and texture of meat. Through its offerings, the company caters to the growing demand for plant-based food alternatives.

Standing Ovation is a science to creating an animal-free, planet-friendly, vegan cheese that is still as deliciously dairy as the real thing.

Nutropy is a producer of innovative milk ingredients that replicate those found in cow's milk, aimed at creating premium cheese alternatives. By utilizing microbes and fermentation processes, the company manufactures dairy proteins comparable to those derived from cows, allowing for the development of cheese products that maintain a similar taste and texture to traditional cheese. This approach not only offers a sustainable solution by eliminating the need for animal involvement but also addresses health and environmental concerns associated with conventional dairy production. Nutropy's technology enables businesses to scale cheese alternatives for the global market while significantly reducing their carbon footprint.

Producer of food products intended to provide fish meat alternatives through cell cultivation. The company specializes in producing cultivated cell-based fish fat to greatly enhance the flavor, texture aroma and nutrition of alternative protein products, enabling consumers to get healthy fats such as omega-3 that protect from heart diseases.

Functional proteins and ingredients from pulses for use in plant-based foods and supplements.

Karana is a Singapore-based company that specializes in producing plant-based meat alternatives using jackfruit. Founded in 2018, Karana transforms jackfruit into versatile products such as dumplings and baos, catering to both chefs and home cooks. The company aims to unlock the potential of jackfruit, a climate-friendly crop that supports regenerative agroforestry, by employing proprietary technology throughout its value chain. By focusing on whole-plant ingredients, Karana seeks to provide nutritious and sustainable food options while promoting a shift from conventional industrial farming to a more equitable and regenerative agricultural model. Its mission encompasses driving innovation in foodservice, retail, and industrial applications, making plant-based diets accessible and appealing.

PlantBaby specializes in providing plant-based food and beverages designed for families, supporting children from birth through adulthood. The company focuses on creating a portfolio of healthy, kid-friendly products that are free from dairy, gluten, refined sugar, GMOs, preservatives, and artificial flavors. PlantBaby aims to nourish and empower future generations by offering nutritious alternatives that are both delicious and scientifically backed. Their offerings include beverages that serve as nutritious substitutes, ensuring that children can enjoy enjoyable and healthy options throughout their developmental journey.

CaroMeats grows healthy, delicious meat directly from animal cells. No environmental damage is caused. No animals are harmed.

Czech-based Mewery Meat harvests cultivated pork meat by growing pork cells in its proprietary “cultivator” bioreactors, using pork stem-cells and microalgae-based growth media. The company takes 6–7 weeks to grow its pork, and claims that it can reduce cultivation related costs by 70% by using microalgae-based growth media. Mewery reports that it uses 95% less land, 78% less water, and reduces carbon emissions by 92% for every kilogram of cultivated pork produced.

The popularity of plant-based meat is rapidly growing in China; in 2020, 39% of the population were attempting to reduce their meat consumption, and 65% of them were willing to try plant-based meat to help them in this. However, many are dissatisfied with the plant-based meat options in China; Haofood’s founders discovered that this was because of the tofu-like quality of products currently available in the market. On top of that, often flexitarians and vegetarians struggle with craving comfort foods. Being the most consumed meat in the world, chicken products, such as fried chicken, are a comfort food to and missed by countless first-time vegetarians. Haofood offers a solution to these problems with its realistically textured and healthy plant-based chicken. They are the first company in the world to use peanut protein as their base, taking advantage of its potential for a strong and elastic texture. Led by a founding team of senior professionals from the food industry, who, together, hold a well-rounded skill set ranging from entrepreneurship to food technology, Haofood uses its own proprietary extrusion technology and formulation to create affordable, delicious plant-based chicken made from sustainable, non-GMO peanuts.

Meat.The End is focused on advancing plant-based meat alternatives that closely replicate the texture, flavor, and appearance of traditional animal proteins. By employing innovative extrusion processing techniques, the company develops protein texturizing technologies that enhance the sensory experience of plant-based products. Recognizing that texture remains a significant barrier to consumer acceptance of meat alternatives, Meat.The End's solutions aim to improve the mouthfeel and overall eating experience, thereby addressing a critical shortcoming in current plant-based offerings. Through its industrial processes and protein treatment methods, the company enables producers to create nutritionally balanced products that convincingly mimic the characteristics of meat, ultimately providing healthier and more satisfying options for consumers seeking alternatives to animal-based foods.

MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company that focuses on producing vegan nectar products as a sustainable alternative to traditional honey. Founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich, MeliBio utilizes advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology to create honey without the involvement of bees, thereby addressing concerns related to biodiversity and the environmental impact of commercial beekeeping. The company, headquartered in Oakland, California, aims to provide food producers with molecularly identical nectar alternatives that are healthier and do not rely on bee farming. In 2023, MeliBio expanded its offerings by launching its consumer brand, Mellody, further promoting its innovative approach to honey production. TIME recognized MeliBio's pioneering methodology as one of the Best Inventions of 2021.

Lypid specializes in the production of vegan fats designed to replicate the taste and functionality of animal fats. By utilizing animal-free proteins and a novel formulation combined with microencapsulation techniques, Lypid creates a product that mimics the texture, mouthfeel, flavor transfer, and cooking behavior of traditional fats. This innovative approach provides consumers with a healthier alternative that contains minimal artificial additives, reduced hydrogenation, and lower trans fat content, contributing to a decrease in the carbon-intensive reliance on animal sources.

Vacka is a manufacturer of food and beverages. They produce and sell organic and plant-based vegan varieties. It is a plant-based product that seeks to revolutionize the consumption of food.

UMAMI UNITED is Japanese inspired plant-based food brand.We are willing to enrich the alt-protein market with unique and innovative Japanese ingredients. Our products are packed full of UMAMI flavor which provides an intense and savory flavor. The first product is UMAMI Egg which is made from Konjac powder as main ingredient.

Meatless Kingdom is a food technology startup from Indonesia that focus on producing and distributing plant-based food products by utilizing the benefits of mushrooms. Meatless Kingdom business strategy is to serve the B2B and B2C area of plantbased food products in Indonesia. In B2B area we focus on partnering and becoming suppliers for hotel, restaurant, and catering chain in Indonesia. While in B2C, our strategy is to serve our customers with tasty, nutritious, easy to cook and ready to eat products. Meatless Kingdom offers a plant based products that suits the B2B and B2C needs. Our brand offers meat-like texture products for both B2B and B2C needs. In B2C area especially, we offer to bring the experience of eating plant based products that suits Asian taste and MSG free that comes with a convenient packaging.

Genesea is a producer of seaweed protein located in Netanya, Israel. The company utilizes advanced technology developed from a decade of research focused on the offshore macroalgae biorefinery supply chain. Genesea extracts algal protein from seaweeds, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional protein sources. Their product is characterized as carbon-negative and free from the use of arable land, fertilizers, pesticides, and gluten, appealing to consumers seeking environmentally friendly and health-conscious dietary options.

More Foods Innotech is specialized in creating plant-based proteins. By identifying local plants and fungi, sourcing them from local producer groups, and producing through an innovative low-process method to create a sustainable impact for our people and our planet.

CF Foods Group develops alt-proteins intended to serve agribusiness sectors. Founded in 2021, CF Foods utilizes its expertise and technology to optimize scientific research through observation and preservation of nature.

Phyx44 Labs, founded in 2021 and based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, focuses on developing cell-derived replacements for popular dairy products that are nature-identical. The company utilizes precision fermentation technology to create animal-free dairy proteins and fats, allowing the production of milk alternatives that closely mimic traditional dairy. By offering these innovative products, Phyx44 aims to provide consumers with sustainable and environmentally friendly dairy options.

AQUA Cultured Foods specializes in producing innovative, fungi-based food products that serve as fermentation-enabled alternatives to traditional seafood. The company focuses on creating plant-based seafood that replicates the taste, texture, and freshness of fish, including tuna, scallops, squid, and shellfish, while being entirely fish-free. By meticulously controlling the growing environment, AQUA ensures that its products are consistently high-quality and sustainable. This approach allows consumers to enjoy delicious and healthy seafood options without contributing to the depletion of ocean resources, catering to the growing demand for environmentally friendly food alternatives.

Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses made from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Its product offerings include gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all crafted through a proprietary fermentation process. This innovative approach allows the products to closely mimic the flavor and texture of traditional dairy cheese while providing high nutritional value and promoting environmental sustainability. Founded in 2019 by Australian entrepreneurs Veronica Fil, a behavioral economist, and Shaun Quade, an internationally acclaimed chef, the company aims to make dairy-free cheese accessible to a wider audience through both retail and online sales.

Maya Milk is a precision fermentation company that produces animal-free dairy proteins and fatty acids. Maya Milk was founded in 2021 and was headquartered in Izmir, Turkey.

Actual Veggies, founded in 2020 and based in New York, specializes in the production of plant-based vegetable burgers aimed at providing healthy and environmentally friendly meal options. The company focuses on creating burgers made entirely from real vegetables without the use of preservatives or additives. Its product line features large, 5-ounce vegetarian burgers crafted from ingredients such as black beans, kale, sweet potato, beet, oats, and red onions. By avoiding artificial methods and processed offerings, Actual Veggies seeks to appeal to a diverse range of consumers, including vegans, flexitarians, and meat-eaters. Their burgers are designed to be vibrant and visually appealing, highlighting the freshness of the ingredients while delivering a satisfying taste. Products are available for purchase online, allowing customers to enjoy nutritious and flavorful meals without the need for frozen or less appetizing alternatives.

Yofix specializes in the development and manufacturing of dairy and soy-free fermented plant-based foods, focusing on prebiotic and probiotic products. The company offers a range of clean-label options, ensuring that their foods contain no artificial ingredients or preservatives. Made from a variety of nutritious raw materials such as cereals, lentils, grains, and seeds, Yofix's products are designed to provide excellent taste and texture while maintaining competitive pricing and sustainability in their production processes. The initial product launched is a plant-based yogurt, with plans to expand the product line to include yogurt drinks, desserts, frozen yogurt, and ice cream bases, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives to traditional dairy products.

De Novo Foodlabs is a producer of animal-free dairy products and proteins, focusing on creating nutritionally identical alternatives to cow's milk. Utilizing precision fermentation technology, the company develops innovative ingredients that are sustainable, vegan, and free from antibiotics. Their protein innovation platform allows food companies to adopt a phased approach to product development, targeting healthier and more environmentally friendly food options. By combining bioinformatics with advanced biotechnology, De Novo modifies the functionality of proteins and essential nutrients, enabling the creation of nutrient-dense dairy alternatives that are easier to produce and have a lower environmental impact.

Gourmey is a cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in producing ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional methods that involve force-feeding and slaughter. By cultivating animal cells in a controlled laboratory environment, Gourmey creates meat products that prioritize health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare. The company aims to provide delicious meat options for consumers who are conscious of their choices and seek innovative solutions in the food industry.

Hooked Foods, established in 2019 and headquartered in Sweden, focuses on developing plant-based seafood alternatives, particularly tuna and salmon products. The company aims to provide vegan-friendly options that are rich in protein and fatty acids, contributing to a healthier marine ecosystem. By offering delicious plant-based seafood, Hooked Foods seeks to facilitate a transition towards more sustainable seafood consumption, catering to consumers who are looking for healthier meal choices.

MAD Foods is a rapidly growing alternative protein company based in Singapore, with a branch office in Kuala Lumpur. Launched in 2022, MAD began by offering a line of oat-based ready-to-drink coffees, which are now available in 3,000 stores across Singapore and Malaysia. The company focuses on providing dairy-free and plant-based beverages, catering particularly to individuals with lactose intolerance. Its product range includes iced coffee options, both caffeinated and decaffeinated, made with oat milk and free from added sugars, ensuring nutritious and affordable choices for consumers. Committed to innovation and community health, MAD Foods is expanding its offerings and aims to promote healthier lifestyles through accessible products.

AQUA Cultured Foods specializes in producing innovative, fungi-based food products that serve as fermentation-enabled alternatives to traditional seafood. The company focuses on creating plant-based seafood that replicates the taste, texture, and freshness of fish, including tuna, scallops, squid, and shellfish, while being entirely fish-free. By meticulously controlling the growing environment, AQUA ensures that its products are consistently high-quality and sustainable. This approach allows consumers to enjoy delicious and healthy seafood options without contributing to the depletion of ocean resources, catering to the growing demand for environmentally friendly food alternatives.

Farmsow is a B2B ingredients company focused on producing alternative healthy ingredients that address the sustainable nutrition gap. Utilizing net-zero technology, Farmsow upcycles agricultural sidestreams and employs industrial fermentation processes to create substitutes for tropical oils and animal fats. These innovative solutions cater to a variety of applications, promoting a clean and healthy lifestyle through the use of synthetic biology.

incrEDIBLE reinvents the way we eat or pack our food by replacing single use plastics with edible cutlery. Our edible spoons are vegan, natural and made with non-gmo grains. They can stay firm for up to 30 minutes in hot foods and come in 2 shapes and 5 flavors! Did you EAT your SPOON today? PS: More incrEDIBLE shapes like edible straws, edible sporks are on the way!

New Breed Meats specializes in producing plant-based meat alternatives that closely resemble the taste, texture, and cooking properties of traditional animal meats. The company's products are designed for individuals seeking non-animal protein sources and are free from the top eight allergens, making them soy-free, gluten-free, and non-GMO. By offering delicious and meat-like options, New Breed Meats aims to provide accessible and appealing alternatives for consumers who desire non-vegetarian food experiences.

Good Catch specializes in developing plant-based seafood alternatives. It offers vegetarian shredded tuna, crab cakes, and fish patties made of lentils, chickpeas, fava beans, and other legumes. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania.

MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company that focuses on producing vegan nectar products as a sustainable alternative to traditional honey. Founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich, MeliBio utilizes advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology to create honey without the involvement of bees, thereby addressing concerns related to biodiversity and the environmental impact of commercial beekeeping. The company, headquartered in Oakland, California, aims to provide food producers with molecularly identical nectar alternatives that are healthier and do not rely on bee farming. In 2023, MeliBio expanded its offerings by launching its consumer brand, Mellody, further promoting its innovative approach to honey production. TIME recognized MeliBio's pioneering methodology as one of the Best Inventions of 2021.

Little Bandits is a dairy-free brand focused on providing nutritious food options for children, created in response to the increasing prevalence of food allergies among kids. The company specializes in producing dairy-free and soya-free products, primarily a range of yogurts made from coconut milk. These yogurts are designed to be low in sugar, allergy-friendly, and enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins D2, B12, and iodine. Little Bandits aims to fill a gap in the market for children’s plant-based foods, offering healthy and enjoyable alternatives that cater to the dietary needs of kids with allergies and those following plant-based diets.

As health-conscious foodies and with 66% Latin American ownership, we know what authentic Latin American flavors should taste like. As more people aspire to live a happier existence by the choices they make in their lifestyle and food choices, we are committed to the idea that choosing Plant Ranch is not a compromise or a sacrifice in flavor. You aren’t giving anything up by eating Plant Ranch. OK. You may be giving up transfats, calories and the ecological burden placed on the planet by the overconsumption of animal protein. But those are good things to get rid of.

Meat.The End is focused on advancing plant-based meat alternatives that closely replicate the texture, flavor, and appearance of traditional animal proteins. By employing innovative extrusion processing techniques, the company develops protein texturizing technologies that enhance the sensory experience of plant-based products. Recognizing that texture remains a significant barrier to consumer acceptance of meat alternatives, Meat.The End's solutions aim to improve the mouthfeel and overall eating experience, thereby addressing a critical shortcoming in current plant-based offerings. Through its industrial processes and protein treatment methods, the company enables producers to create nutritionally balanced products that convincingly mimic the characteristics of meat, ultimately providing healthier and more satisfying options for consumers seeking alternatives to animal-based foods.

Blue Ridge Bantam is a pioneering cultured meat company based in the South, specializing in the development of cell-based turkey products. The company aims to lead the transition to sustainable meat alternatives by utilizing avian cell-based technology. By collecting tissue and fat cells from animals and cultivating them in bioreactors, Blue Ridge Bantam produces poultry meat that retains the biological characteristics of traditional fat cells. This innovative process allows for the integration of cultivated fat cells with plant proteins, resulting in a hybrid poultry product that is designed to be healthy, flavorful, and environmentally friendly. Blue Ridge Bantam's mission is to provide consumers with a sustainable source of protein while addressing the challenges of traditional meat production.

Angie's Tempeh is a plant-based protein manufacturer that specializes in producing tempeh through a precise fermentation process. This technology allows the company to create a protein-rich food product characterized by a firm texture and thick, white mycelium, which contributes to its distinctive mushroom-like aroma. By focusing on natural and wholesome ingredients, Angie's Tempeh aims to provide customers with a delicious alternative to traditional protein sources, catering to the growing demand for plant-based diets.

Innocent Meat offers an automated, end-to-end clean meat production system designed to assist food processors in reducing their dependence on traditional animal agriculture. The company provides a plug-and-play solution that facilitates the transition to cell-based meat production. This includes essential components such as growth media, cell lines, and scaffolding, along with the necessary manufacturing hardware, including bioreactors and filtration systems. By supplying these resources, Innocent Meat enables clients to effectively manage their production processes while ensuring safety and efficiency in the creation of clean meat products.

MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company that focuses on producing vegan nectar products as a sustainable alternative to traditional honey. Founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich, MeliBio utilizes advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology to create honey without the involvement of bees, thereby addressing concerns related to biodiversity and the environmental impact of commercial beekeeping. The company, headquartered in Oakland, California, aims to provide food producers with molecularly identical nectar alternatives that are healthier and do not rely on bee farming. In 2023, MeliBio expanded its offerings by launching its consumer brand, Mellody, further promoting its innovative approach to honey production. TIME recognized MeliBio's pioneering methodology as one of the Best Inventions of 2021.

The world's first Restorative Food company that revives your health, restores farmer livelihoods and rejuvenates the planet! We use sustainable indigenous ingredients to create nutritionally-rich avatars of familiar foods! Our first product range is inspired by traditional Indian dairy favourites.

Meat.The End is focused on advancing plant-based meat alternatives that closely replicate the texture, flavor, and appearance of traditional animal proteins. By employing innovative extrusion processing techniques, the company develops protein texturizing technologies that enhance the sensory experience of plant-based products. Recognizing that texture remains a significant barrier to consumer acceptance of meat alternatives, Meat.The End's solutions aim to improve the mouthfeel and overall eating experience, thereby addressing a critical shortcoming in current plant-based offerings. Through its industrial processes and protein treatment methods, the company enables producers to create nutritionally balanced products that convincingly mimic the characteristics of meat, ultimately providing healthier and more satisfying options for consumers seeking alternatives to animal-based foods.

Fënn Foods is an Australian family-owned business established in 2015, focused on creating sustainable plant-based food products. Based on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland, the company emphasizes sustainability in all its operations and offers a diverse range of high-quality vegan options. Led by celebrated chef Alejandro Cancino, Fënn Foods specializes in developing umami-rich plant-based meats, including vegan meatballs, chicken alternatives, mayonnaise, and various sauces. The company's mission is to provide consumers with delicious and ethically sourced food, making plant-based eating accessible and appealing to a wide audience.

Wild For Company specializes in producing and selling gluten-free products made from teff, an ancient grain known for its nutritional benefits. The company offers a variety of items, including grain chips in flavors such as sea salt and sweet & smokey BBQ, as well as breakfast mixes, baking mixes, and pasta. Wild For Company markets its products through partnered retail stores and online platforms. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, the company aims to connect farmers with families by providing wholesome, health-oriented food options. Originally known as Love Grain Company, it rebranded to Wild For Company in November 2013.

Orbillion Bio, Inc. is a food-tech company based in Fremont, California, that specializes in developing cultured meat products derived from small tissue samples taken from heritage cattle breeds. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on producing premium cell-based meat products sourced directly from farmers using heritage cell lines. Orbillion Bio aims to create delicious and nutritious food while promoting sustainability and accessibility in the meat industry.

Yoconut Dairy Free is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in producing plant-based coconut yogurt. Their products, which include flavors such as Madagascar Vanilla Bean, Chocolate Coconut, Lemon Cream, and Pineapple, are designed to be healthy and allergy-friendly, containing natural electrolytes and no added sugar. By using creamy coconut milk, Yoconut aims to offer a delicious yogurt alternative that is also gluten-free, catering to a growing demand for innovative and nutritious food options.

Karana is a Singapore-based company that specializes in producing plant-based meat alternatives using jackfruit. Founded in 2018, Karana transforms jackfruit into versatile products such as dumplings and baos, catering to both chefs and home cooks. The company aims to unlock the potential of jackfruit, a climate-friendly crop that supports regenerative agroforestry, by employing proprietary technology throughout its value chain. By focusing on whole-plant ingredients, Karana seeks to provide nutritious and sustainable food options while promoting a shift from conventional industrial farming to a more equitable and regenerative agricultural model. Its mission encompasses driving innovation in foodservice, retail, and industrial applications, making plant-based diets accessible and appealing.

ZhenMeat is a Beijing-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in producing plant and fungus-based meat alternatives. The company offers a variety of products, including plant-based mince made from pea protein, available in pork and beef flavors. Its product lineup features items such as mooncakes, dumplings, meat sauces, meat patties, and meatballs. ZhenMeat's mission is to promote healthier lifestyles and reduce the environmental impact of traditional farming by providing nutritious and delicious vegetarian options.

MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company that focuses on producing vegan nectar products as a sustainable alternative to traditional honey. Founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich, MeliBio utilizes advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology to create honey without the involvement of bees, thereby addressing concerns related to biodiversity and the environmental impact of commercial beekeeping. The company, headquartered in Oakland, California, aims to provide food producers with molecularly identical nectar alternatives that are healthier and do not rely on bee farming. In 2023, MeliBio expanded its offerings by launching its consumer brand, Mellody, further promoting its innovative approach to honey production. TIME recognized MeliBio's pioneering methodology as one of the Best Inventions of 2021.

Actual Veggies, founded in 2020 and based in New York, specializes in the production of plant-based vegetable burgers aimed at providing healthy and environmentally friendly meal options. The company focuses on creating burgers made entirely from real vegetables without the use of preservatives or additives. Its product line features large, 5-ounce vegetarian burgers crafted from ingredients such as black beans, kale, sweet potato, beet, oats, and red onions. By avoiding artificial methods and processed offerings, Actual Veggies seeks to appeal to a diverse range of consumers, including vegans, flexitarians, and meat-eaters. Their burgers are designed to be vibrant and visually appealing, highlighting the freshness of the ingredients while delivering a satisfying taste. Products are available for purchase online, allowing customers to enjoy nutritious and flavorful meals without the need for frozen or less appetizing alternatives.

Evo Foods is a Mumbai-based food processing company that specializes in producing plant-based liquid eggs. Founded in 2019, the company has developed a 100% plant-based egg alternative using lentil protein, moong beans, and peas. This innovative product is designed to mimic the taste and texture of traditional eggs while being free from cholesterol and antibiotics. Evo Foods employs cutting-edge science and proprietary patent-pending technology to create its products, which are rich in protein and essential micronutrients, including Vitamin B12. By offering a plant-based substitute for animal products, Evo Foods aims to cater to the growing demand for healthier and more sustainable food options.

Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses made from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Its product offerings include gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all crafted through a proprietary fermentation process. This innovative approach allows the products to closely mimic the flavor and texture of traditional dairy cheese while providing high nutritional value and promoting environmental sustainability. Founded in 2019 by Australian entrepreneurs Veronica Fil, a behavioral economist, and Shaun Quade, an internationally acclaimed chef, the company aims to make dairy-free cheese accessible to a wider audience through both retail and online sales.

Pleese Foods is an allergen-friendly plant-based cheese company. It helps people transition from traditional dairy with Pleese, a plant-based cheese made from all-natural ingredients. Pleese offers boldly delicious culinary-inspired flavors that deliver mouthwatering experiences in sandwiches, topped on plant-based burgers, grilled with paninis, and of course, melted on pizza.

Plant Bliss specializes in producing plant-based food products that serve as replacements for meat, dairy, and eggs. The company focuses on creating whole food ingredients that are free from artificial preservatives, flavorings, and colors, catering to the rising demand for healthier plant-based options. These products are designed to be seamless substitutes for traditional meals, making them particularly appealing to food service professionals and consumers alike. Plant Bliss aims to offer nutritious alternatives that align with the growing interest in plant-based diets while ensuring convenience and quality.

Gourmey is a cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in producing ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional methods that involve force-feeding and slaughter. By cultivating animal cells in a controlled laboratory environment, Gourmey creates meat products that prioritize health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare. The company aims to provide delicious meat options for consumers who are conscious of their choices and seek innovative solutions in the food industry.

Patch Organics Inc, based in Armonk, New York, specializes in producing plant-based pumpkin seed milk. Established in 2011, the company offers a variety of flavors including original, ginger turmeric, chocolate, pumpkin spice, and coffee. Patch Organics is recognized for being the first to utilize pumpkin seeds as the primary ingredient in its dairy alternative beverages, which are designed to be allergen-free, environmentally friendly, and suitable for individuals with food sensitivities. The products provide a similar nutritional profile to dairy milk while being organic, vegan, and gluten-free, thus enabling consumers to enjoy a sustainable and health-conscious alternative to traditional dairy products.

Revolution Gelato, founded in 2015 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in producing plant-based gelato that aims to surpass the taste of traditional dairy products. The company focuses on using simple and clean ingredients, ensuring that its offerings are organic, non-GMO, vegan, kosher pareve, gluten-free, soy-free, and egg-free. By utilizing premium coconuts, cashews, and pure sugarcane, Revolution Gelato creates a creamy texture that supports a variety of flavors, allowing consumers to indulge in a guilt-free dessert experience.

Confetti Snacks specializes in producing gourmet plant-based snacks that highlight Singapore's heritage flavors. The company utilizes nutrient-dense vegetables and upcycled ugly produce to create its products, which provide an excellent source of minerals and fiber. The snacks are presented in 100% home compostable packaging, emphasizing the brand's commitment to environmental sustainability. In addition to offering delicious and healthy options, Confetti Snacks contributes a portion of its proceeds to efforts aimed at alleviating global hunger and malnutrition, reinforcing its dedication to social responsibility.