Zero Cow Factory
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Zero Cow Factory is a pioneering company in the food industry, specializing in the production of animal-free milk proteins and dairy products. Utilizing advanced bioengineering and precision fermentation, the company has developed a patented technology that replicates nature-identical milk proteins, enabling the creation of real dairy products that are ethical, safe, and delicious without involving any animals. Their offerings are free from lactose, antibiotics, hormones, cholesterol, and saturated fats. Additionally, Zero Cow Factory's innovative process significantly reduces environmental impact, achieving 99% less land use, 98% less water use, 84% less CO2 emissions, and 65% less energy consumption compared to traditional dairy practices. By providing consumers with dairy alternatives that closely resemble the taste and texture of cow milk, Zero Cow Factory is redefining the future of dairy products.
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.
Ambrosia Bio
Seed Round in 2022
Ambrosia Bio is focused on developing an innovative enzyme technology platform capable of converting obesity-promoting sugars, such as sucrose, into minimal-calorie rare sugars like allulose. The company’s enzyme-based bioprocess technology aims to achieve greater catalytic efficiency than existing methods, facilitating the economically viable mass production of allulose. This technology not only allows for the integration of low-calorie sugar substitutes into food products but also enables clients to transform natural sugar sources, such as fruits, into various low-to-no-calorie sweeteners. By conducting comprehensive biochemical and structural analysis of engineered proteins, Ambrosia Bio contributes to the creation of healthier food options by effectively reducing dietary sugar content.
Root Kitchen
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Root Kitchen is a plant-based frozen-ready meal startup that operates in the direct-to-consumer meal subscription and retail markets. The company specializes in delivering nutritious and delicious plant-based meals, providing consumers with convenient, quality vegan alternatives to traditional meals. Root Kitchen's offerings include a variety of frozen dishes crafted by chefs, ensuring that customers have access to wholesome and satisfying meal options at any time.
Meat Fresh
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Meat Fresh is a plant-based product brand using soy protein as raw material.
Got Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Got Foods is a European foodtech company focused on producing innovative dairy alternatives for individuals with lactose intolerance. The company specializes in developing plant-based food products that are dairy-free and gluten-free, catering to the growing demand for healthier lifestyle options. By prioritizing taste and health, Got Foods aims to enable consumers to enjoy satisfying food while maintaining a sustainable lifestyle.
Yoconut Dairy Free
Seed Round in 2021
Yoconut Dairy Free is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in producing plant-based coconut yogurt. Its offerings include a variety of flavors such as Madagascar Vanilla Bean, Chocolate Coconut, Lemon Cream, and Pineapple. The yogurt is crafted from creamy coconut milk and is designed to be healthy and allergy-friendly, containing natural electrolytes and no added sugars. Yoconut aims to provide a delicious and nutritious alternative for those seeking gluten-free and plant-based food options.
Exponential Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Exponential Foods is a food tech company focused on plant-based food with a flavor. They create delicious foods that replace animal protein with plant protein. They envision foods that improve their health, help reduce global warming and promote a compassionate culture by not killing animals.
Nature Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Nature Foods is a food and beverage company specializing in healthy and delicious plant-based dairy alternatives. The company produces a range of vegan-friendly products, including plant-based milk alternatives, pea snacks, and muesli, all designed to meet the needs of modern consumers. By focusing on quality ingredients, Nature Foods aims to provide nutritious options that are rich in plant protein, vitamins, and calcium. The brand is committed to offering environmentally sustainable food products at affordable prices, catering to health-conscious individuals seeking both taste and nutritional value in their diet.
FairFlavor Foods
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
FairFlavor develops nutritious vegan alternative dairy food made of a super nut from Indonesia using a patented fermentation technology
CellX is pioneering the production of mushroom protein derived from morel mycelium fermentation, aiming to create innovative ingredient and product solutions suitable for savory snacks, protein powders, and meat alternatives. The company is actively involved in the commercialization of cultivated meat by licensing existing intellectual properties and developing advanced technology offerings, including suspension cell lines and serum-free media. These technologies have achieved impressive results, such as a cell density of 30 million cells per milliliter and a media cost of less than five dollars per liter, with successful testing conducted at a 2,000-liter scale. Additionally, CellX utilizes 3D bioprinting technology in its development of cell-cultivated meat products, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and the provision of environmentally friendly and healthy animal protein alternatives.
Rainfed Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Rainfed Foods is a plant-based protein company established in 2020 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company focuses on producing sustainable and nutritious food options, utilizing climate-resilient underutilized crops such as millets. Rainfed Foods offers a variety of products, including plant-based milk and dairy alternatives, aimed at providing consumers with accessible vegan food choices. By prioritizing sustainability in its operations, Rainfed Foods contributes to the development of resilient food systems.
Sova
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Sova Health operates a precision nutrition platform that provides personalized nutrition guidance based on blood biomarker analysis. Founded in 2018 and based in Gurugram, India, the company aims to help prevent and manage lifestyle diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, and thyroid issues, which affect a significant portion of the Indian population. Sova Health is developing an AI-powered recommendation engine that incorporates key health metrics, personal goals, and preferences to identify optimal dietary choices for users. The platform offers comprehensive services, including personalized nutritional plans, weekly consultations, continuous support, and access to health experts. As the health and wellness market in India continues to grow, Sova Health addresses the increasing demand for effective solutions in a sector projected to expand significantly in the coming years.
Harmony Baby Nutrition
Seed Round in 2021
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.
CellX
Pre Seed Round in 2020
CellX is pioneering the production of mushroom protein derived from morel mycelium fermentation, aiming to create innovative ingredient and product solutions suitable for savory snacks, protein powders, and meat alternatives. The company is actively involved in the commercialization of cultivated meat by licensing existing intellectual properties and developing advanced technology offerings, including suspension cell lines and serum-free media. These technologies have achieved impressive results, such as a cell density of 30 million cells per milliliter and a media cost of less than five dollars per liter, with successful testing conducted at a 2,000-liter scale. Additionally, CellX utilizes 3D bioprinting technology in its development of cell-cultivated meat products, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and the provision of environmentally friendly and healthy animal protein alternatives.
Shandi Global is a company focused on developing technology for the production of plant-based meat substitutes that closely mimic the amino acid and protein profiles of traditional meats. This innovation aims to expand the versatility of plant-based offerings beyond conventional formats like patties, nuggets, and sausages. Shandi's products are crafted from organic natural ingredients such as water, beans, lentils, cold-pressed oil, herbs, and vegetables. This commitment to using wholesome components allows businesses to integrate plant-based options into their menus without altering existing recipes, promoting accessibility and affordability in the plant-based food market.
Aurora Foods
Seed Round in 2020
Aurora Foods aims to be a product that can be enjoyed by anyone and everyone, its products strive to be healthier than traditional sweets by using patented technology that enables slower sugar release in the bloodstream.
Journey Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Journey Foods is a machine learning-driven software platform that serves the packaged food industry, focusing on enhancing product monitoring and development for consumer packaged goods companies, ingredient suppliers, and manufacturers. The company offers enterprise technology designed to streamline innovation and decision-making, enabling food companies to efficiently transition from concept to commercialization. Journey Foods' software provides tools for configuring consumer preferences, generating optimized product formulations, and delivering automated insights on compliance, nutrition, and sustainability. With a robust database containing over 1 billion ingredient insights, Journey Foods utilizes advanced algorithms to offer dynamic analysis and optimized portfolio recommendations based on pricing, supply chain, and nutrition parameters. The platform supports management teams in making informed strategic decisions and facilitates the monitoring of products within the expansive $3 trillion packaged foods market, ultimately improving nutrition, cost efficiency, and sustainability across product lines.
Naka Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Naka Foods is focused on developing micro algae-based. After the market launch of the Spirulina nutrition bar.
Has Algae
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Has Algae is a company focused on enhancing the nutritional quality of everyday foods through the use of food-grade microalgae. The company develops products that serve as a comprehensive nutritional source, particularly for individuals following plant-based diets. By addressing common nutritional deficiencies, especially in omega fatty acids, Has Algae offers a unique nutrient profile that includes fats, proteins, and essential omega fatty acids. This enables consumers to adopt meat-free diets without compromising their nutritional intake, supporting an active and healthy lifestyle.
Phuture
Seed Round in 2019
Phuture Limited is a Hong Kong-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in producing plant-based minced meat products. Focused on sustainability, Phuture aims to provide alternatives to traditional meat by offering non-genetically modified, halal options that closely mimic the taste and texture of pork. The company's proprietary processing technology incorporates rice into its product blend, enhancing the flavor and mouthfeel to create a satisfying experience for consumers. Through innovation in food technology, Phuture seeks to redefine the culinary landscape and promote healthier lifestyles by making plant-based eating more accessible and enjoyable.
Plento
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Plento is a producer of alternative protein-based food products that aims to provide a healthy alternative to conventional snacks. The company specializes in creating snacks using a customized blend of insect and plant protein flours, which include ingredients such as beans, sorghum, chickpeas, and lupin. These products are designed to be rich in protein and offer a complete amino acid profile, while being low in carbohydrates and saturated fats. Plento's snacks are high in dietary fiber, iron, calcium, and vitamin B12, and are free from gluten, dairy, eggs, nuts, and soy, catering to various dietary preferences. With a focus on sustainability, Plento's production methods leave a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional snack manufacturing, enabling consumers to make healthier choices in their busy, on-the-go lifestyles.
GROUNDED
Seed Round in 2018
Grounded is a London-based food and beverage company founded in 2016, specializing in the production of healthy natural drinks. The company focuses on creating low-sugar and plant-based beverages, including protein milkshakes made from coconut milk. Grounded uses only raw ingredients sourced from nature, ensuring that its products provide a flavorful and nutritious alternative to traditional drinks. The packaging is environmentally friendly, utilizing materials derived from plants, which aligns with the company's commitment to sustainability while catering to health-conscious consumers.
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.
Ambrosia Bio is focused on developing an innovative enzyme technology platform capable of converting obesity-promoting sugars, such as sucrose, into minimal-calorie rare sugars like allulose. The company’s enzyme-based bioprocess technology aims to achieve greater catalytic efficiency than existing methods, facilitating the economically viable mass production of allulose. This technology not only allows for the integration of low-calorie sugar substitutes into food products but also enables clients to transform natural sugar sources, such as fruits, into various low-to-no-calorie sweeteners. By conducting comprehensive biochemical and structural analysis of engineered proteins, Ambrosia Bio contributes to the creation of healthier food options by effectively reducing dietary sugar content.
Root Kitchen is a plant-based frozen-ready meal startup that operates in the direct-to-consumer meal subscription and retail markets. The company specializes in delivering nutritious and delicious plant-based meals, providing consumers with convenient, quality vegan alternatives to traditional meals. Root Kitchen's offerings include a variety of frozen dishes crafted by chefs, ensuring that customers have access to wholesome and satisfying meal options at any time.