Fudzs specializes in sustainable bioeconomy, focusing on developing eco-friendly cell bioproduction processes using advanced bioreactor technology. By integrating biomaterial engineering with cellular science, the company enables cost-effective mass production of cells, opening new market avenues. Fudjs' primary goal is to revolutionize affordable cultivated meat production and transform cell therapies through scalable, future-oriented solutions.
Yumgo is a plant-based egg startup focused on creating alternatives to traditional eggs for baking and cooking. The company develops both white and yellow egg substitutes made from vegetable proteins, specifically designed to be free of allergens. Yumgo aims to facilitate a shift towards sustainable eating by providing products that allow consumers to maintain healthy dietary habits without sacrificing flavor in sweet and savory dishes. Through its innovative offerings, Yumgo addresses the growing demand for plant-based food options.
Foodpilot
Debt Financing in 2024
FoodPilot is a digital platform designed to assist agro-food companies in managing their sustainable transition. It offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that collects, measures, and drives corporate social responsibility (CSR) progress, alongside assessing the environmental, carbon, and social impacts of food products throughout the entire value chain. By providing a single source of verified data from farm to fork, FoodPilot enables food companies to make informed decisions regarding their sustainability practices and improve their overall environmental impact.
Standing Ovation
Debt Financing in 2024
Standing Ovation specializes in developing vegan cheese alternatives that closely mimic the taste and texture of traditional dairy cheese. The company employs scientific methods to create animal-free and environmentally friendly cheese products, utilizing protein-producing microbes that are fed with plant-based sugars in a fermentation process reminiscent of traditional cheesemaking. This innovative approach not only offers a healthier option for consumers but also aligns with the growing demand for sustainable and plant-based food choices.
Hive Bubbles
Seed Round in 2023
Hive Bubbles produces sparkling honey water, mead, and chestnut honey gin.
Kikleo
Debt Financing in 2023
Kikleo provides smart solutions for monitoring the food waste in restaurants and collects and analyzes the data to implement solutions.
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.
Depur Experiences
Venture Round in 2023
DEPUR Experiences is a consulting firm dedicated to the food and beverage industry, focusing on innovative transformation projects in food, beverage, and entertainment sectors. The company provides support in managing modifications that enhance customer experiences, enabling businesses to achieve strong and sustainable performance. By leveraging a deep understanding of industry dynamics, DEPUR Experiences helps its clients navigate the complexities of change, ensuring that they meet evolving consumer expectations efficiently and effectively.
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.
Willy Anti-Gaspi
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Willy Anti-Gaspi is an e-commerce business focused on combating food waste by providing a shopping platform that offers organic and French products at discounted prices. The company sources items from brands that face excess inventory or are at risk of being wasted, ensuring that consumers can purchase high-quality goods while making significant savings. By connecting consumers with sustainable options, Willy Anti-Gaspi enables individuals to shop responsibly and regain purchasing power while contributing to the reduction of waste in the food industry.
Feve seeks to accelerate the agroecological and food transition while also protecting lives and the environment. Feve objective is to assist project leaders in establishing diverse and collaborative groups on medium-sized farms and to enable people to live better by generating synergies between production workshops, on-farm processing, and direct sales.
Deestree
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Deestree is a company focused on enhancing the efficiency of business-to-business sales within the food sector through a specialized sales management platform. This platform serves as a middleware solution, enabling suppliers to streamline their distribution strategies and engage in multi-segment sales effectively. By simplifying complex operational aspects such as pricing, scaling, and logistics, Deestree provides tools that help suppliers enhance their sales processes and improve customer experiences. The company aims to facilitate the digital transformation of the food industry, allowing businesses to operate more efficiently and adapt to market demands.
Ynsect is a biotechnology company based in Evry, France, that specializes in the production and processing of insects for sustainable animal feed and non-food applications. Founded in 2011, Ynsect operates insect vertical farms that convert insects into high-quality nutrition products, including proteins and lipids for livestock and pet diets. The company employs innovative bioconversion techniques to utilize organic resources, producing not only animal feed but also organic fertilizers, bioenergy, and other valuable materials. Ynsect's expertise in large-scale insect farming and automation has positioned it as a leading provider in the agro-food and environmental biotech sectors, making it a favored partner for agricultural professionals, research institutions, and investors.
Lisy.co
Seed Round in 2023
Lisy.co is an intelligent mailbox platform focused on enhancing order management within the food industry. It facilitates centralized order management for producers, suppliers, and buyers by automating various administrative tasks. The platform enables users to streamline their operations through features such as auto-generated purchase orders, automatic invoices, inventory tracking, and catalog sharing. By promoting the development of short circuits in trade, Lisy.co aims to simplify and improve the daily business processes of food industry players, making it easier for them to manage their orders and deliveries efficiently.
Vinidaily
Seed Round in 2022
Developer of a mobile application designed to help users in finding the ideal wine in the supermarket according to their tastes. The company's application helps choose wines that suit tastes and needs, online directly in the shop or from the supermarket through image recognition to identify bottles, enabling both novices and experts to easily discover wines for all budgets.
Yeasty produces natural and protein yeast food.
Nona specializes in developing catering management software aimed at creating sustainable kitchen menus. The company provides a digital tool that simplifies menu planning by leveraging data from technical sheets organized by season and frequency. This collective software streamlines various administrative tasks, helping users save time on paperwork, budget tracking, and communication. Nona’s focus on sustainability reflects its commitment to enhancing the efficiency of catering operations while promoting environmentally friendly practices.
Øzers
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Øzers is a French foodtech company that specializes in developing innovative sports nutrition products that prioritize both performance and health. Led by a professional boxer and engineer, the company collaborates with biotech engineers and medical professionals to create formulations that utilize only healthy, plant-based ingredients. Its offerings include ultra-functional edible supplements made from vegetable proteins, microalgae, vitamins, and minerals. By focusing on the benefits of natural components, Øzers aims to help athletes optimize their performance without compromising their health.
Nutripure
Private Equity Round in 2022
Nutripure is a company based in Deyme, France, specializing in the development and distribution of food supplements and organic superfoods. As a Digital Native Vertical Brand, Nutripure offers a diverse range of products designed to support health and wellness, including protein bars, whey protein shakes, and peptides. The company's focus on quality ingredients and effective formulations enables customers to achieve their health goals effectively.
ADIAL SAS
Private Equity Round in 2022
Adial specializes in the development and manufacturing of automated vending machines that serve pizza and panini. Its flagship product, PIZZADOOR, addresses the growing demand for convenient access to fresh pizzas from artisanal pizzerias. The company provides comprehensive services that include the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of these vending machines, catering to various clients such as restaurants, hotels, and public venues. By focusing on modern technology and consumer preferences, Adial aims to enhance the accessibility of quality food options in diverse locations.
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.
Dood
Venture Round in 2022
Dood is a company that creates an online ordering application platform tailored for the food industry. The platform integrates e-commerce, marketing, and data services, providing essential operational and decision-making tools specifically designed for food businesses and freelancers. Dood's technology enables clients to leverage digital tools that can be customized to address their unique challenges, helping to enhance their operational efficiency and accelerate growth in the competitive food service market.
Lisaqua
Seed Round in 2022
Lisaqua is developing a unique aquaculture process to raise prawns without antibiotics and without polluting waste
Grain de Sail
Private Equity Round in 2022
Grain de Sail is a company that specializes in the import and export of organic coffee and chocolate products, as well as offering a range of gastronomic items including wine. Committed to sustainability, Grain de Sail focuses on transporting foodstuffs between Europe and the Americas using carbon-free methods. The company not only manufactures chocolates but also provides comprehensive shipping and transport services, ensuring a low carbon footprint for its operations. Through its dedication to environmentally friendly practices, Grain de Sail aims to deliver high-quality products while minimizing its impact on the planet.
Agronutris
Venture Round in 2021
Agronutris is a biotech company focused on rearing and transforming insects into protein-rich products for animal nutrition and organic fertilizers. The company develops innovative solutions aimed at enhancing sustainability within the agri-food sector, particularly targeting the aquaculture and pet food markets. Agronutris produces high-quality insect meal, which serves as a nutritious ingredient for animal feed, as well as organic fertilizers like Fairtil, Ultrain, and Liboost. Through its bioconversion processes, Agronutris contributes to sustainable food production and resource preservation, addressing the growing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives in animal nutrition.
Foodles is a company that offers innovative catering solutions tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2014 and based in Clichy, France, Foodles provides a unique approach to workplace dining by either establishing on-site canteens or supplying meal vouchers for employees. The company features connected fridges stocked with a variety of options, including starters, main courses, and desserts, which are replenished daily. Additionally, Foodles offers a pre-order service that allows employees to select daily specials for convenient delivery directly to their workplace, ensuring that meals are personalized and efficiently served. By focusing on quality and affordability, Foodles aims to enhance the dining experience at work for its clients.
Lisaqua
Seed Round in 2021
Lisaqua is developing a unique aquaculture process to raise prawns without antibiotics and without polluting waste
Gourmey
Seed Round in 2021
Gourmey is a pioneering cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, aiming to revolutionize the traditional foie gras industry. By utilizing a lab-based approach, Gourmey cultivates meat without the need for force-feeding or slaughter, ensuring a more humane and sustainable alternative. The company places duck cells in a controlled environment, providing optimal temperature, essential nutrients, and space for growth, which results in a product that prioritizes consumer health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare.
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.
Direct Market
Venture Round in 2021
Direct Market is an online Foodtech platform designed to foster sustainable and resilient food systems by connecting producers with traders. The company's platform offers various functionalities, including the creation of marketplaces, platform-as-a-service solutions for existing brands, on-premise marketplace installations, and software development for supply chain management. These services enable businesses and organizations to establish or integrate local food marketplaces, enhancing transparency, customer connections, and data collection to improve overall food system efficiency.
Zéro-Gâchis
Debt Financing in 2021
Zéro-Gâchis is an innovative service to save money and avoid food waste during your shopping. The objective of Zéro-Gâchis is to reduce food waste by assisting retailers in managing unsold items. Enabling everyone to take action to reduce food waste naturally brings forth strong values that drive the team's manner of working and its constant desire to improve service efficiency.
Kyanos specializes in the production of microalgae-based food products, focusing on sustainability and environmental health. The company employs an innovative process for cultivating high-value polysaccharides and pigments using high-output micro-algae in vertical photo-reactors. This patented technology significantly enhances productivity while minimizing environmental impact. Kyanos aims to provide consumers with sustainable and contaminant-free food options, thereby contributing to a healthier planet and promoting eco-friendly dietary choices.
L'Angélys
Venture Round in 2020
L'Angélys is a food production company that manufactures ice creams and sorbets. It offers a varied range of ice creams, full fruit sorbets, gourmet and gastronomic collections that are made with fresh and healthy ingredients, enabling consumers to enjoy gluten-free ice creams. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in Fontcouverte, France.
Ynsect is a biotechnology company based in Evry, France, that specializes in the production and processing of insects for sustainable animal feed and non-food applications. Founded in 2011, Ynsect operates insect vertical farms that convert insects into high-quality nutrition products, including proteins and lipids for livestock and pet diets. The company employs innovative bioconversion techniques to utilize organic resources, producing not only animal feed but also organic fertilizers, bioenergy, and other valuable materials. Ynsect's expertise in large-scale insect farming and automation has positioned it as a leading provider in the agro-food and environmental biotech sectors, making it a favored partner for agricultural professionals, research institutions, and investors.
Agricool, founded in 2015 by Guillaume Fourdinier and Gonzague Gru, specializes in urban farming by repurposing shipping containers to cultivate fruits and vegetables in a controlled environment. This innovative approach allows the company to grow produce such as strawberries in cities like Paris and Dubai while ensuring that all products are organic and pesticide-free. The technology employed by Agricool enhances productivity, making it up to 120 times more efficient than traditional farming methods, and significantly reduces water usage by over 90%. Additionally, the operations are powered entirely by renewable energy sources. With a vision to contribute to the urban farming movement, Agricool aims to expand its offerings to include a wider variety of fruits and vegetables, thereby enhancing local access to fresh produce.
Foodvisor
Venture Round in 2018
Foodvisor is a nutrition application that aids users in adopting healthier eating habits by providing detailed nutritional information. Utilizing the camera on a smartphone, the app recognizes food items on a user's plate and estimates their serving sizes. In just seconds, it generates a comprehensive nutrition report, offering insights that go beyond simple calorie counting. This functionality empowers users to make informed dietary choices and work towards a more balanced diet. Foodvisor's innovative approach positions it as a valuable tool for individuals seeking to improve their nutrition and overall health.
Miimosa
Venture Round in 2018
MiiMOSA is a crowdfunding platform focused on the agriculture and food sectors. It provides an alternative financing solution for project developers seeking quick and straightforward funding from a community of contributors. The platform allows users to create customized fundraising projects while enabling the public to financially support initiatives that resonate with them. In addition to monetary contributions, MiiMOSA offers unique donation options, including products like cheese, yogurt, whiskey, and ice cream, enhancing the engagement between project developers and supporters. This approach fosters a collaborative environment aimed at revitalizing the agriculture industry and promoting sustainable food practices.
Myfood specializes in designing automated connected greenhouses that empower individuals to produce their own food sustainably. The company focuses on creating user-friendly solutions that enable families of up to four to grow fresh produce year-round in their own gardens. Utilizing advanced permaculture techniques, Myfood's greenhouses enhance soil health and incorporate aquaponics, which fosters a symbiotic relationship between fish and plants. The innovative design features vertical plantation towers and self-fertile garden beds enriched with compost, organic materials, and biochar to optimize production. To reduce maintenance efforts, Myfood integrates open-source hardware that automates various tasks, providing users with a modern and efficient personal gardening system.
Jimini's
Venture Round in 2017
Jimini's is a French company that produces and sells edible insect-based products. They offer a range of seasoned insects as aperitifs or snacks in 15 flavors, along with gluten-free dried fruit bars enriched with insect powder for sports nutrition. All their products are made from 100% European insects, carefully cooked at their workshop in Vaux-le-Pénil.
Ynsect is a biotechnology company based in Evry, France, that specializes in the production and processing of insects for sustainable animal feed and non-food applications. Founded in 2011, Ynsect operates insect vertical farms that convert insects into high-quality nutrition products, including proteins and lipids for livestock and pet diets. The company employs innovative bioconversion techniques to utilize organic resources, producing not only animal feed but also organic fertilizers, bioenergy, and other valuable materials. Ynsect's expertise in large-scale insect farming and automation has positioned it as a leading provider in the agro-food and environmental biotech sectors, making it a favored partner for agricultural professionals, research institutions, and investors.
Algama is a pioneering food-tech company established in 2013, focused on harnessing the potential of algae to create sustainable food solutions. With a mission to feed 10 billion people by 2050 while promoting environmental sustainability, Algama specializes in developing microalgae-based products that serve as substitutes for traditional animal products, such as eggs and meat. The company also produces emulsifiers derived from algae, which are essential for formulating plant-based alternatives that mimic the taste and texture of conventional foods. Committed to innovation, Algama aims to make its ingredients and products not only delicious and affordable but also widely accessible. As a leader in the microalgae food sector, Algama actively seeks talented individuals and entrepreneurs to join its mission of transforming the food system for the better.
Cafes Folliet
Private Equity Round in 2015
Cafés Folliet SA, founded in 1880 and headquartered in Chambery, France, specializes in the roasting and sale of coffee and related products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including sugars, chocolates, biscuits, and a variety of beverages such as tea, hot chocolate, and fruit juices. With a long-standing history in the coffee industry, Cafés Folliet is recognized for its quality products and commitment to serving its customers.
Food Media Group
Pre Seed Round in 2014
Food Media Group's mission is at the crossroads between consumers, food bloggers and local merchants. Their job is to enrich and boost the digital communication of food retailers by associating recipes to facilitate the purchase of products. To help consumers, they are developing a service to cleverly answer the question: "What are we eating tonight or this week?" ". You plan in one click the organization of your meals and reconnect with the essential: take time to cook! They help you organize everything else. This service is coming soon!! We simmered it for a long time, it's almost ready.
Tommy's Diner
Venture Round in 2013
Tommy's Diner SAS is a restaurant chain based in Toulouse, France, that was founded in 1993. The diner captures the nostalgic ambiance of America in the 1950s and 1960s, appealing to customers through its diverse menu offerings. The establishment serves a wide array of American, Texan, and Mexican cuisine, including appetizers, salads, burgers, drinks, and desserts, all presented at affordable prices. This variety aims to cater to a diverse clientele looking for a unique dining experience.
Alloresto.fr
Venture Round in 2009
Alloresto.fr, the online alloresto.fr est le premier site Internet de restauration à domicile avec commande en ligne. En 14 ans, nous avons convaincu plus de 1 500 restaurateurs d'être présents sur le site, gagné la confiance de plus de 250 000 clients et livré plus de 20 millions de repas. Son fondateur, Sébastien Forest, est aujourd'hui entouré de 33 collaborateurs et entend bien étendre son activité à toute la France. Specialties Commande en ligne, Restauration à domicile food delivery leader in France.
Grain D'Or Gel-Grain D'Or Frais
Private Equity Round in 2008
Grain D'Or Gel-Grain D'Or Frais is one of the first industrial groups to manufacture raw frozen bread. Founded by a Northern France artisan baker in 1965, Grain d’Or Gel was one of the first industrial bakers to manufacture raw frozen dough while preserving the bread’s genuine character.