FoodTech Startups

屋台DELi（Yatai DELi）は、和・洋・中華・エスニックなどのお弁当をワンコインからの価格でオフィスワーカー向けに提供する、法人向けランチ・食の福利厚生サービスを運営する。ランチ難民やテレワーク下の食堂の課題に対応し、企業のオフィスワーカーの食環境改善を目的としている。

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Yeastime develops ultrasound technology to optimize fermentation processes for industrial clients in brewing and bioprocessing sectors, enabling faster production cycles and reduced energy consumption. The company applies proprietary ultrasound-mediated stimulation to enhance efficiency and sustainability in fermentation operations.

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Onima is a biotechnology laboratory that upcycles brewer's yeast, a by-product of beer production, into complete, nutrient-rich food ingredients. It offers brewers a large-scale solution for repurposing waste yeast into ingredients for the human food chain.

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Yellowbird Foods produces hot sauce made with jalapeño peppers, carrots, onions, and garlic for consumers seeking everyday meal enhancement. The company operates in the food and beverage industry with a direct-to-consumer sales model.

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Yerba Madre produces and distributes yerba mate beverages in loose leaf, sachets, cans, and bottles, serving consumers across North and South America. The company operates as a regenerative business focused on community partnerships with Indigenous producers and environmental stewardship.

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Yes Cacao makes organic, raw, wild-harvested chocolate bars formulated with functional botanical blends. The direct-to-consumer products are marketed to health-conscious chocolate buyers.

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YesHealth (源鮮智慧農場) operates an indoor smart vertical farm producing vegetables and fruits, which it sells to consumers through an online shop and retail distribution points. The company is based in Taoyuan, Taiwan.

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YEW produces natural sparkling water beverages with minimal ingredients, formulated to complement meals while delivering a refreshing taste experience.

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yhangry is a platform that connects private chefs with customers for hosting dinner parties and events. The service enables people to book chefs for private dining experiences and provides chefs with opportunities to operate as independent food entrepreneurs.

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Yo-Kai Express operates autonomous, self-contained restaurant kiosks with a robot-chef that cooks gourmet bowls such as ramen, udon, pasta, and rice bowls in about 90 seconds. The machines run 24/7 and use an AI platform for dynamic pricing and inventory management.

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Yooga provides a restaurant management system for food service businesses, with five connected modules covering point-of-sale, cash reconciliation, table and order management, inventory/recipe costing, and a commission-free digital delivery menu. It serves restaurants, bakeries, and other food service operators in Brazil.

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Yours Freshly (operated by SAKC Fresh Foods) makes ready-to-cook South Indian food ingredients such as idli, dosa, and ragi batters along with podis (spice powders) and flours, sold to home cooks. The company positions its products as fresh, hygienic, and healthy, and ships within India.

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Yumbin operates mobile POS-powered self-checkout markets that provide curated snacks, beverages, and essentials in workplace breakrooms, replacing traditional vending machines with lightweight software for product selection and checkout. It targets corporate offices and manufacturing facilities where employees pay for their own snacks.

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Yumbrella produces a food-based coating made from common ingredients that slows spoilage in fruits and vegetables, helping farmers reduce post-harvest losses. The company serves agricultural producers in Lebanon, the Middle East, and North America.

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YumDots is a mobile application for discovering nearby restaurants, using interactive maps to show information about local dining options. It positions itself as a restaurant review and discovery service for consumers, comparable to services like Yelp.

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YumEarth sells organic, allergy-friendly candy and snacks—including lollipops, gummies, fruit snacks, hard candies, jelly beans, and licorice—direct to consumers through its online store. The brand focuses on "free from" treats made without common allergens and with organic ingredients.

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Yuzu sells cold-pressed yuzu juice made from hand-picked fruit sourced from family-run orchards, including a pure juice and an acid-adjusted juice-and-peel-oil blend. The products are positioned as unprocessed, never heat-treated ingredients for culinary use.

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Żabka Group is a convenience retail leader in Central Europe operating over 13,000 stores across Poland and Romania, combining physical store locations with digital channels including a mobile app and online ordering platforms. The company serves consumers seeking quick shopping trips and responsible product choices through an integrated omnichannel convenience ecosystem.

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Zack's Mighty produces organic, seed oil-free tortilla chips made with regenerative corn and avocado oil, certified organic, gluten-free, and non-GMO.

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Z. Alexander Brown is a California wine brand producing bold red and other wines from the state's North Coast, emphasizing sustainable farming and winemaking. The label was created by musician Zac Brown.

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Zama Organics sources and sells ethically produced organic food products through a direct farmer network spanning multiple regions of India. It offers over 200 ingredients sourced from farmers and producers to customers seeking clean, naturally grown food.

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Zayndu manufactures and operates ActivatedAir™, a proprietary system for controlled environment agriculture that enhances seed treatment and plant growth. The company serves commercial growers in Europe, North America, and the Middle East through engineering, plant science research, and subscription-based customer support.

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ZeaKal develops plant trait technologies that improve crop photosynthetic capacity to increase nutritional density, carbon capture, and resource efficiency, serving agricultural producers and energy companies seeking sustainable food and fuel production.

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Zebu Investment Partners invests in growth equity opportunities across African companies in the food value chain, targeting improved agricultural production and investor returns. The firm operates across Africa with registered presence in Mauritius and regional offices.

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