FoodTech Startups

% Arabica is a coffee brand centered on coffee and design that has built a global following of coffee and design enthusiasts. The site references product delivery within five working days.

1 investor

Aramune Technologies develops natural plant-extracted compounds, added to animal feed, that modulate the immune system and gut microbiome to help livestock and companion animals resist harmful gut bacteria. Its products target monogastric commercial livestock such as pigs, poultry, farmed fish and crustacea, as well as companion animals like dogs and cats, positioned as a replacement for the banned antimicrobial Zinc Oxide.

1 investor

Arbia builds AI agents for food distributors, producers, and grocers that read incoming orders from email, text, WhatsApp, voicemail, and PDFs and convert them into ERP-ready sales orders synced to systems like QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, and Xero. The platform also tracks supplier prices and generates reports, serving food supply chain operators across the US and Canada.

1 investor

Arborea develops the Biosolar Leaf cultivation system, a soil-free, closed-loop technology that captures CO2 and uses sunlight to grow microalgae and other microscopic plants, producing net-zero proteins, natural colours and bioactive ingredients. It supplies these ingredients to manufacturers across the food, feed, petcare, cosmetics and agriculture industries.

1 investor

Arby's is a fast food restaurant chain known for its meat-and-cheese sandwiches, including roast beef and Angus cheesesteaks. It serves quick-service meals to retail consumers.

1 investor

Arcca is a franchise management company that provides tools and processes to help franchisors and franchisees optimize operations, improve communication, and grow, using data and automation. It operates a portfolio of Brazilian food-service franchise brands including Tapí (tapioca and açaí), Amélie Crêperie (Parisian crêperie), and Juliette Bistrô (French-style bistro).

1 investor

Archway Pet Food produces dog food using invasive Asian Carp as a hypoallergenic protein source, turning an environmental problem into a sustainable pet food product.

1 investor

Arcos Dorados operates McDonald's restaurants across 21 countries and territories in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on food quality, safety, and hygiene standards. It runs quick-service restaurant operations along with programs for staff training and community engagement.

1 investor

Arctic Glacier produces and distributes packaged ice, block ice, and related products, offering direct-to-store delivery for convenience, grocery, and liquor stores as well as bulk ice for events and job sites. It also serves industrial customers in construction, infrastructure, and food processing, and provides specialty ice products such as ice sculptures and event rentals in select regions.

1 investor

Arctic Power Berries makes powders from wild-harvested Nordic berries, sold as a pure ingredient with no additives for use in smoothies, breakfast bowls, baking and yogurt. The direct-to-consumer brand offers single berry powders, subscriptions and custom bundles to health-focused consumers.

1 investor

Ardra Bio produces sustainable ingredients for food and beverage formulations from renewable natural substrates, serving environmentally conscious consumers.

1 investor

Arise makes a soft drink containing dietary fiber and apple cider vinegar, sold to consumers. The product is positioned as a fun, functional beverage.

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ARK develops, manufactures, and sells small-scale, distributed closed-loop recirculating land-based aquaculture systems, including its ARK-V1 production unit and STARBOARD management application. The company designs its own hardware, software, and design in-house and conducts research to expand the range of farmable species from fish to algae.

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Ark Foods is a farming company that grows vegetables on farms along the U.S. East Coast and produces packaged "Clean Label" prepared foods, starting with Shishito peppers. It focuses on making fresh food more accessible through diversified farming and vegetable-based products.

1 investor

Arla is a dairy producer owned by farmers, producing dairy products and working on sustainable farming practices related to greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity.

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aROMA Gelato Experience produces handmade, 100% natural gelato and sorbets without additives or artificial flavors, using carefully selected international ingredients and locally sourced fresh produce. The brand emphasizes artisanal preparation and Italian tradition with Red Dot award-winning design inspired by 1960s Italian culture.

1 investor

ArrowStream provides supply chain software for the foodservice industry, offering tools for operators, distributors, and manufacturers to manage spend, logistics, quality incidents, commodity forecasting, and FSMA 204 compliance. It connects users to a foodservice data network across North America with analytics and inbound transportation management.

1 investor

Artcaffé is a café and restaurant chain serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, and bakery items, with a Mediterranean-influenced menu and locations across Kenya. It also hosts in-venue events such as live music and dance nights at branches including Britam Towers, Imaara Mall, Nanyuki, and Redhill.

1 investor

Artesian Farms operates an indoor vertical hydroponic farm producing pesticide-free, non-GMO leafy greens and herbs such as spring mix, kale, arugula, basil, and pesto. Based in New Buffalo, Michigan, it grows produce in a reclaimed industrial building and sells fresh greens and prepared pesto.

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Artly is a coffee company that uses robotic barista bots to make and serve coffee, aiming to redefine the café experience. It combines coffee-making with robotics and automation technology.

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Asarasi produces sparkling water made from maple tree sap, sourced sustainably from living trees as a renewable alternative to groundwater-based bottled water. The company serves environmentally conscious consumers and supports maple farming operations.

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Asia Beverages develops non-alcoholic, health and wellness focused drinks made with Asian ingredients, aimed at a new generation of Asian consumers.

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Assisi Pet Care acquires, manages, and grows pet care, food, and related companies, operating a portfolio of pet brands across the European pet care industry. The company emphasizes sustainable production and reducing packaging waste and carbon emissions.

1 investor

Astanor is an investment firm focused on the agrifood sector, backing companies "from soil and sea to gut" through venture and growth strategies. It emphasizes impact investing across the agrifood value chain with measurable environmental and social outcomes.

1 investor