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Foodforecast is a technology company that develops AI-driven software to help bakeries optimize their inventory management and reduce food waste. Their core product is an intelligent planning application that analyzes historical sales data, forecasts demand for perishable goods, and optimizes production schedules to eliminate stock shortages and returns, thereby minimizing excess production and waste.

New School Foods develops plant-based seafood products that mimic the texture, flavor, nutrition, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their initial product is a plant-based salmon filet, aiming to provide sustainable and healthier alternatives.

NuCicer develops customized chickpea varieties to move chickpeas from an interesting ingredient to a staple superfood. Using a diverse breeding library and a proprietary platform grounded in plant genetics and machine learning, it creates chickpeas with enhanced protein content, targeted functional properties, and favorable agronomic traits. The company aims to deliver better nutrition, improved flavor, and more economical ingredients while reducing agriculture's environmental footprint. By offering multiple lines of chickpeas tailored to nutritional and environmental requirements, NuCicer supports the growth of protein-rich diets and related sectors, including plant-based foods and alternative meat.

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Tropic Biosciences UK Ltd, established in 2016 and based in Norwich, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of commercial tropical crops. It employs advanced plant breeding and non-GMO gene editing techniques to create high-performing varieties, catering primarily to the coffee and banana industries. The company's mission is to promote grower wellbeing, consumer health, and sustainable environmental practices through its innovative, non-GMO methods, which significantly accelerate the breeding process to meet growing food demands and local community needs.

Apparo is a food processing technology company based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, founded in 2020. It develops technology to process crops in order to maximize the yield of available nutrients, delivering protein and micronutrients to food, supplement, and nutraceutical brands. The technology focuses on total crop utilization to maximize nutritional outputs, contributing to the sustainability and resilience of the food system by enabling brands to access functional and nutritional ingredients.

Planetary is a global infrastructure platform that designs, builds, and operates upstream, downstream, and formulations capacity and related intellectual property for biomass and precision fermentation. The company enables scalable production of biotech-enabled alternatives to animal-derived foods and other bio-based materials by integrating proprietary fermentation technology with AI-driven optimization. Serving bioprocessing, engineering, product formulation, and food markets, Planetary supports sustainable biomanufacturing at scale by reducing environmental impact through lower greenhouse gas emissions, less land and water use, and efficient conversion of raw materials into high-protein, fiber-rich biomass.

AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

Tomorrow Foods is a company based in Pergamino, Argentina, specializing in the development and production of plant-based ingredients and additives for the food industry. Its offerings include solutions for various applications such as sports nutrition, meat extenders, pasta, dressings, soups, sauces, snacks, cereals, functional beverages, dairy substitutes, and baked goods. By providing integrated turnkey solutions, Tomorrow Foods enables clients to launch nutritious and sustainable products efficiently. The company focuses on introducing innovative alternatives that promote a diverse and well-rounded diet, aligning with the growing consumer demand for healthier food options. Through its research and development efforts, Tomorrow Foods aims to contribute to the evolution of food towards more sustainable practices.

Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.

Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.

Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.

Alpha Foods is a company specializing in the production of plant-based food products, emphasizing taste, texture, and sustainability. Founded in 2015, it is committed to providing delicious meat alternatives that are derived from non-dairy and non-genetically modified organisms ingredients. The company focuses on helping consumers maintain their health by offering cholesterol-free food options with enhanced protein content. Alpha Foods aims to create convenient, flavorful meals that reflect a return to a healthier diet while promoting sustainable practices within the food industry.

Founded in Maastricht, Netherlands, Mosa Meat specializes in developing cultured meat technology. It produces hamburgers by harvesting muscle cells from living cows, aiming to create a more sustainable global food system with reduced emissions and land use.

Gathered Foods Corporation, operating under the brand name Good Catch, specializes in the development, production, and sale of plant-based seafood alternatives in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Heath, Ohio, the company offers a variety of products, including plant-based tuna, frozen entrées, and appetizers, all crafted from a unique blend of six legumes—peas, chickpeas, lentils, soy, fava beans, and navy beans—alongside seaweed and algae extract to enhance flavor. These products are designed to replicate the taste and experience of traditional seafood while being free from dairy, gluten, and GMOs, providing a cruelty-free option for consumers seeking alternatives to seafood. Gathered Foods sells its products through both retail stores and online channels, catering to a growing market of health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.

Alpha Foods is a company specializing in the production of plant-based food products, emphasizing taste, texture, and sustainability. Founded in 2015, it is committed to providing delicious meat alternatives that are derived from non-dairy and non-genetically modified organisms ingredients. The company focuses on helping consumers maintain their health by offering cholesterol-free food options with enhanced protein content. Alpha Foods aims to create convenient, flavorful meals that reflect a return to a healthier diet while promoting sustainable practices within the food industry.