FoodTech Startups

Shiru uses machine learning to discover and design proteins for sustainable food production. The company applies computational methods to develop plant-based protein ingredients.

10 investors

Spore.Bio develops real-time microbial detection technology for industrial quality control, replacing traditional Petri dish culture methods used in factory settings. It combines photonics, AI, and biology to detect, quantify, and identify living microorganisms without reagents or culturing.

10 investors

Vendease is a B2B food and beverage supply marketplace for restaurants, hotels, caterers, and other food service operators in Lagos, Nigeria. The platform offers locked pricing, inventory management, and buy-now-pay-later financing, with orders placed via WhatsApp and same-day or next-day delivery.

10 investors

Voyage Foods develops B2B ingredients that create sustainable, stable alternatives to traditional commodity sources for popular foods and beverages, addressing volatility in global ingredient markets and climate risks.

10 investors

Aleph Farms develops cultivated meat, growing beef steaks from cow cells using tissue engineering technology, and produced the world's first cultivated thin-cut and ribeye steaks. The company received the world's first regulatory approval for cultivated beef and markets its products under the Aleph Cuts brand.

9 investors

Allset is a marketplace connecting restaurants and local diners that provides online ordering and contactless dining solutions. The platform serves both individual customers seeking fast pickup and local discovery, and companies offering employee meal benefits.

9 investors

Ara operates a network of digital billboards in rideshare vehicles, retail storefronts, parking facilities, and municipal settings, offering hardware installation, content management systems, and advertising services on a subscription basis.

9 investors

Archer Roose produces canned wines made from sustainably grown grapes, with no added sugar, gluten-free and vegan options. The brand sells award-winning wines to consumers and distributes through retail stores and restaurants.

9 investors

Benson Hill develops soybean seed varieties using plant genetics and AI-driven plant science to produce more nutritious and energy-dense soy for agriculture and food markets. It offers seed products, grain partner programs, and independent testing services.

9 investors

Better Dairy uses precision fermentation to produce bioactive milk proteins optimized for human development, targeting applications such as infant formulas that more closely mimic breastmilk and supplements for workout recovery. The company positions its proteins as more environmentally sustainable, requiring less greenhouse gas emissions and water than conventional dairy.

9 investors

Bevi manufactures smart beverage dispensers with advanced water filtration that serves businesses and organizations seeking to reduce single-use plastic waste. The company creates functional drink options by purifying tap water and offering still, sparkling, flavored, and functional beverage options.

9 investors

Black Sheep Foods develops protein substrates and ingredients for hybrid and plant-based food products, sold to food manufacturers, meat processors, retailers, and plant-based brands as private-label and white-label solutions.

9 investors

Collectiv Food operates an automated food supply service for professional kitchens, sourcing meat, seafood, and plant-based products directly from producers and delivering them via a sustainable, patented logistics model. The company aims to build a transparent and fair food supply chain that reduces costs and environmental impact while improving traceability for food buyers across European cities.

9 investors

Complete Farmer operates a technology platform for agriculture in Africa, using data and AI to connect and support farmers across the agricultural value chain. It promotes climate-smart farming practices and builds supply chains linking local growers to markets.

9 investors

Cure produces clean hydration drink mixes and related wellness products, including an Energy mix and a Cure Kids line, sold through retail. The brand is distributed across roughly 21,000 U.S. stores, including retailers like Erewhon, Gelson's, Kroger, Albertsons, and H-E-B.

9 investors

ezCater provides a platform for restaurants and catering businesses to grow orders through a marketplace, online ordering system, and delivery management tools. The platform serves food service operators looking to expand their catering business and reach new customers.

9 investors

Farmer's Fridge operates a network of smart, automated Fridges that dispense fresh, healthy meals and snacks. Its vending kiosks are placed in locations such as airports, hospitals, office buildings, and universities across the United States.

9 investors

FloQast provides reconciliation management and workflow automation software for accounting teams, designed by accountants to streamline financial processes and improve productivity.

9 investors

Four Growers develops robotic harvesting and analytics technology for greenhouse growers, starting with a tomato harvesting robot that can also perform quality checks and packaging. The company aims to reduce greenhouse production costs and serve as an automated crop management provider.

9 investors

Goldbelly operates an online marketplace that lets restaurants, specialty food makers, and artisans ship their foods to customers across the United States. It serves both food producers seeking national distribution and consumers looking for regional and handmade foods.

9 investors

Goodr operates a logistics platform and network that tracks and redistributes surplus food from organizations to people experiencing food insecurity, while also managing inedible food waste diversion. The company works with corporate sponsors, cities, and governments across the United States to provide meals and groceries to families, children, and seniors while reducing landfill waste.

9 investors

Gourmey produces cultivated meat, with its first product being a lab-grown foie gras aimed at fine-dining chefs and restaurants. The company develops sustainable alternatives to conventional meat production for the culinary and food industry.

9 investors

HappyFresh is an online grocery delivery platform that lets customers order from nearby supermarkets through its app, with trained personal shoppers selecting items and riders delivering same-day. It serves consumers and corporate offices across major Indonesian cities including Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Bali, and Medan.

9 investors

HowGood provides a product carbon footprinting and Scope 3 emissions reporting platform for the food and beverage industry, helping companies measure emissions and support reduction and climate target strategies. It is used by major global food companies to power their sustainability initiatives.

9 investors