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🌾 Introducing Upgrain Classic – The Sustainable Future of Flour Replacement! 🌾   Our innovative blend combines 27% protein and 47% fiber with a carbohydrate content lower 2%, making it the perfect solution for health-conscious foods. Upgrain Classic is crafted through an Upcycling process that transforms high-quality byproducts into a powerful nutrient booster.   Its unique composition of proteins, fibers, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants enhances the nutritional value of your products without altering taste or texture – and helps reduce food waste. 🌍   Whether you're baking wholesome bread, creating the perfect pizza crust, or experimenting with other recipes, Upgrain Classic elevates your creations while supporting a more sustainable food system. Try it today and taste the difference! 💪   #UpgrainClassic #FlourSubstitute #Protein #Fiber #Upcycling #Sustainability #NutritionInnovation

🌍 Tackling Food Waste: A Key Step to Preventing Future Crises 🌍   Did you know that food waste isn't just a waste of resources - it's a growing global challenge that could fuel future conflicts. As we face disruptions in food supply chains and the impacts of climate change, reducing food waste has never been more crucial. Why? Because this makes more resources available without consuming others.   🗑 What is food waste? It's any edible food that goes uneaten, whether lost during production, discarded by retailers, or thrown away at home. In Switzerland alone, over 2.8 million tons of food are wasted each year, leading to unnecessary greenhouse gas emissions, wasted resources and a food gap. About 27% of food waste occurs during processing. In beer brewing, a major byproduct, brewers' spent grain (BSG), often goes unused. ❗Why should we care? In addition to its environmental impact, food waste worsens food insecurity. As supplies fade, competition for food could increase, potentially leading to global tensions. Some experts even caution that ignoring these issues could result in future conflicts concerning food. 🆙 What we do to counteract food waste? At Upgrain, we maximize the use of the barley used by breweries. Once the malted barley has served its purpose in the beer brewing process, we take the remaining raw material and transform it into valuable food ingredients. This approach allows us to save over 5'500 tons of CO₂ eq. per facility annually and also feeds more people.   And remember, everyone can also make a meaningful impact. By taking action on food waste, we’re not only protecting our environment but also contributing to a more secure and peaceful future. What steps are you taking to reduce your food footprint? 🍽️   #FoodWaste #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GlobalSecurity #ZeroWaste #EcoLiving

🌟 Foodtech Innovation at a Masschallenge Event 🌟   On July 2nd, we were represented by William Pyndt Beiskjær at a networking event organized by MassChallenge Switzerland to connect with Nestlé Research & Development representatives and fellow startups to foster collaboration and innovation in the realm of sustainable food.   🚀 The event was a great platform for us to present our Upcycling initiatives and exchange ideas with others who are just as passionate about innovation. It was great to see so many different approaches and solutions being discussed, all aimed at making a positive impact on the future of food.    🤝 The networking opportunities at this event were precious and we were inspired by the diverse approaches to sustainability and the innovative solutions presented by other startups. This collaborative spirit of the event truly highlighted the power of working together towards common goals.   🔜 As we move forward, we’re excited to build on what we learned. The insights and relationships from this event will help guide our continued work in Upcycling and sustainability.   A heartfelt thank you to everyone who organized and participated in the event. We appreciate your dedication to making a difference.   #Upcycling #Sustainability #Innovation #Networking #Entrepreneurship 

🌟 Our Team is growing! 🌟   We are happy to welcome Lara Stojanovic to our Upgrain Team! 🚀 Lara is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration at the Universität St.Gallen (HSG). As Head of Marketing, she will focus on various marketing activities for our startup. In her free time, she loves football and is both a player and coach at FFC Uzwil. Additionally, she is one of the organizers for the Host City St. Gallen for the UEFA Women's EURO 2025. With this background, she brings an innovative mindset as well as a creative and ambitious personality with a strong sense of teamwork to the company.   Join us in extending a warm welcome to Lara as she dives into his new role with us. We're excited for the expertise and energy she brings to the table! 🔥   #Upgrain #WelcomeToTheTeam #Newmember #NewHire #StartupLife #Growingteam #Growth

🌿 What if the key to a more sustainable food system was already in our hands? 🌿   A recent article highlights the remarkable potential of upcycled ingredients to revolutionize our approach to food sustainability. At Upgrain, we’re turning this potential into reality by upcycling brewer’s spent grains into high-quality, nutrient-rich ingredients. These grains, often overlooked, are transformed into valuable resources through our cutting-edge technology, advancing a circular economy and reducing environmental impact.   Our innovative processes not only repurpose these grains effectively but also set new benchmarks in sustainable food production. By integrating these byproducts into our system, we’re driving forward the future of food with every step we take.   Join us in making every resource count and leading the charge towards a more sustainable and responsible food system. 🌍✨ #Sustainability #Upcycling #FoodInnovation #Upgrain #CircularEconomy https://lnkd.in/e6CDsvEd

💫 What are we envisioning?💫   Since 2020, we’ve been dreaming big. Our goals? Big. Our ambitions? Even bigger. But what truly drives us? Why do we do what we do?   It’s simple: because we care. ♻   In our world, approximately 735 million people are suffering from hunger. At the same time, yearly 40 million tonnes of valuable resources from the beer brewing process are being disposed of unused. We want to change that. We are dedicated to maximizing the use of every resource, turning every part into something valuable. The environment and people's well-being are central to our mission. The potential of brewer's spent grains is immense, and that’s what drives our determination.🌾   Our products are not only easy to integrate into daily life—they're also delicious, healthy, and sustainable in the long term. We envision a world where every resource is fully utilized, and unnecessary waste becomes a thing of the past.   Join us on this journey towards a better, more sustainable future. 🌍   #Sustainability #Innovation #HealthyLiving #Upgrain #CircularEconomy

🚀 Redefining Upcycling: How Upgrain AG is making a difference🚀 In a world where sustainability is becoming increasingly important, we at Upgrain AG are focussing on Upcycling in its most innovative form. But what exactly does Upcycling mean? By definition, it encompasses a variety of material processes, including creative and/or innovative repair, reuse, reworking, redesign and remanufacturing to create a product of higher quality or value than the original components.   🔄 Our vision: Upgrain AG lives Upcycling in its purest form. We transform used materials into high-quality, sustainable ingredients that not only protect the environment, but also increase the value and quality of our products. Through creative redesigns and innovative processes, we create added value from what others consider waste.   🌱 Our mission: We believe that intelligent Upcycling can conserve resources, reduce waste and create high-quality products at the same time. At Upgrain AG, we use state-of-the-art technologies and creative approaches to turn used raw materials into valuable ingredients for a sustainable future.   🔍 Why Upcycling? It's not just a method, it's an attitude. One that sees the value in what already exists and uses the creative possibilities to maximise this value.   Be part of the change and discover how Upgrain AG is redefining Upcycling - for a sustainable and innovative future! 🌟   #Upcycling #Sustainability #Innovation #Circulareconomy #UpgrainAG #Environmentalprotection #SustainableIngredients

🌟 Our Team is growing! 🌟   We are happy to welcome Eva-Maria Casagrande to our Upgrain Team! 🚀   Eva-Maria recently joined our team and is responsible for managing all administrative tasks and internal matters. She will also be actively supporting our sales team. With many years of experience in administration and international sales, Eva-Maria brings a wealth of knowledge to our company. In her free time, she is an avid outdoor enthusiast and loves spending time in the beautiful region of Appenzell. 🌄   Join us in extending a warm welcome to Eva-Maria as she dives into her new role with us. We're excited for the expertise and energy she brings to the table! 💥    #Upgrain #WelcomeToTheTeam #Newmember #NewHire #StartupLife #Growingteam #Growth

🌟 Our Team is growing! 🌟 We are warmly welcoming Tim Schürmann to our Upgrain Team! 🚀 Tim joins us straight after the completion of his Master's programme in business innovation at the University of St. Gallen where he had a strong focus on Business Model Innovation and Sustainability. Before joining us, Tim gained valuable experience in the fields of marketing analytics and innovation consulting. Thanks to these experiences, he brings a broad toolbox for problem solving and offers innovative approaches and a strategic perspective to drive the future development and growth of the company. Outside of work, he enjoys going to the mountains and cooking healthy food. 🍽 Let's warmly welcome Tim as he steps into his new role with us. We're thrilled about the expertise and enthusiasm he brings! 💥

MassChallenge bootcamp week 1 & 2 🎯 🚀 The first two weeks at the MassChallenge Switzerland bootcamp have been incredibly enriching and inspiring. Meeting up in the MassChallenge office, we've had the chance to get to know numerous fascinating individuals and connect with other founders. It is always a pleasant surprise to see how many unforseen but important connections can be made. The exchange of ideas and experiences with founders and mentors has been truly valuable, broadening our perspectives and fueling our passion for innovation. 🌟 A highlight was our visit to dsm-firmenich Taste, Texture & Health, where we were treated to insightful talks on sustainability, innovation and the collaboration of corporates and startups. Additionally, our visit to Nestlé Research & Development provided us with a wealth of knowledge about their research and development projects. 🔜Looking ahead, we are excited to join the half-time events in September. We want to thank everyone involved in organizing these events. Thank you for making this journey so impactful! #MassChallenge #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Inspiration #Startups #Sustainability #Upcycling