FoodTech Startups

Fortrex (formerly PSSI) provides contract sanitation services and antimicrobial/specialty chemical interventions to protect the food supply chain. It serves food production and distribution facilities with cleaning processes and food safety solutions through its Safe Foods chemical division.

1 investor

Punchd Energy makes caffeine gummies that let consumers dose caffeine gradually rather than drinking a full energy drink can, using a patented fruit-based flavor-masking method. The pocket-sized, TSA-friendly pouches were developed with food scientists at Stanford, the National Food Laboratory, and US Army researchers.

1 investor

Pure Pet Food makes natural, air-dried dog food using a moisture-removal preservation method instead of the extrusion process used for traditional dry biscuits, offering tailored recipes based on each dog's profile delivered directly to owners. The company sells vet-approved meals to dog owners in the UK.

1 investor

Pure Green Farms grows hydroponic leafy greens such as lettuce year-round in a climate-controlled, pesticide-free indoor facility. Based in South Bend, Indiana, the company supplies fresh, locally grown greens to the U.S. Midwest.

1 investor

Purella Superfoods produces health-oriented snacks and food products — including protein bars without added sugar, low-glycemic-index snacks, granola and muesli, shots, teas, and capsules — aimed at people building conscious eating habits and active lifestyles. The brand sells through retail stores and online across Poland.

1 investor

PureSpace develops ethylene removal technology for fresh produce storage, helping retailers and food distributors reduce spoilage and extend shelf life from distribution facilities to customer purchase points.

1 investor

Purple Plate operates shared kitchen facilities that handle food preparation and delivery logistics for restaurant partners, allowing them to expand their delivery operations without managing fulfillment in-house.

1 investor

Qcart is a Chilean commerce technology company working across beauty, food and retail categories. Its product is designed to convert consumer inspiration and discovery moments into completed purchases. It is intended for brands and retailers that want to shorten the path between content and checkout.

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Qerko provides a mobile app and payment system for restaurants that lets guests view their bill, order again, split the check, pay, and leave a review, with the data syncing back to the restaurant's POS. It targets restaurants and hospitality venues to speed up service during busy periods, operating across three European countries with a focus on the Czech Republic.

1 investor

Qi Aerista manufactures automatic tea brewing machines that enable users to brew tea consistently through a connected device and mobile app. The company serves tea enthusiasts globally with hardware, software, and premium tea products.

1 investor

QikServe provides a digital ordering system for hospitality businesses, combining mobile ordering, order & pay, self-ordering kiosks, pay at table, and integrated EPoS. The company was acquired by The Access Group and its products are now part of Access Hospitality, serving venues across the UK.

1 investor

QimiQ produces a cream-based product for cooking and baking, made from 99% local cream and 1% gelatine, suitable for cold, warm, savory, and sweet dishes. The product line includes variants such as Classic, Whip, Tiramisu, Vegan, and a marinade base, sourced from milk from the Salzburg region of Austria.

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Q makes carbonated beverages such as tonic water, ginger ale, ginger beer, grapefruit soda, and refreshers using premium ingredients with lower sweetness, sold as standalone drinks or mixers for cocktails and mocktails. The products are sold direct to consumers, including through Amazon.

1 investor

Qodeup offers a QR code-based table payment system for restaurants that integrates with point-of-sale software, letting diners split and pay their own bills. It also provides a multilingual digital menu and a smartphone-based order management system, targeting the Italian restaurant market.

1 investor

QSRP operates a portfolio of quick-service restaurant brands across Europe, including Burger King (Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy), Quick, O'Tacos, Dunkin', and G La Dalle. It runs over 1,200 restaurants and virtual kitchens in the fast-food/foodservice industry.

1 investor

Qualitech develops nutrition and technology products spanning animal nutrition, food ingredient innovations, and specialty crop inputs.

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Quality Harvest Foods is a contract manufacturer of individually frozen, fully finished sweet and savory bakery products, offering custom bakery formulation, packaging, and R&D services to food manufacturers. Operating since 1964, it serves the commercial baking industry from a facility in Portland, Oregon.

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QualityFry makes automatic, sealed "built-in" (vertical cooking) industrial fryers that fry, regenerate, and seal frozen or fresh food without emitting smoke or odors. Its smoke-free, IoT-connected fryers target professional kitchens such as restaurants, hotels, and food service businesses.

1 investor

Quesería Jaramera is an artisanal dairy producer making handcrafted cheeses, sourced through local proximity supply, for consumers in its surrounding region. The company emphasizes support for the primary agricultural sector, artisanal food production, fair labor, and environmental sustainability.

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Quest provides customized food service and dining programs, designing food and beverage experiences tailored to each partner's operational goals and guest preferences. It serves clients across education, business, and hospitality settings with chef-driven, locally sourced menus.

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Quest Nutrition sells protein-based snack and food products, including protein bars, chips, powders, and thin crust pizzas, sold direct-to-consumer and through retail stores. The company offers recipes and expert content through its "Quest Hub" to support customers pursuing high-protein diets.

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Quevos makes crisps and thins made from egg whites, marketed as high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats with low net carbs. The snacks are keto-friendly, low carb, and gluten free, sold direct to consumers in a range of flavors.

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QuickCart is an online ordering platform that connects customers with restaurants and stores across Jamaica, enabling fast food and product delivery in Kingston, Portmore, and Montego Bay.

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QUIITOS develops bio-inputs based on beneficial microorganisms for use in agriculture, food production, and floriculture industries. The company serves farmers and food producers with sustainable, nature-based solutions to enhance productivity and environmental health.

1 investor