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💸 Here are the 🔟 #FoodTech news and deals of the last week that you should know about: 🇺🇸💧Liquid Death, a US-based startup selling water in aluminium cans, raised $67M and is now valued at $1.4B. It doubles its 2022 valuation and becomes a unicorn. 🇺🇸 🦐 Kuenhle AgroSystems, a US-based startup, raised $3M for its high-value ingredients extracted from microalgae. It wants to provide an alternative to the synthetic astaxanthin, an ingredient used for feed in aquaculture. 🇺🇸 🍼 Serenity Kids, a US-based startup, raised $52M for its baby food brand. 🇳🇿 🥛 ANDFOODS, a New Zealand startup, raised $2.7M for legume-based dairy alternatives developed through fermentation. 🇺🇸🔬 Tierra Biosciences, a US-based startup, raised $11.4M for its platform for designing on-demand proteins. The platform allows customers to have custom proteins developed rapidly and then delivered to them. 🇳🇱 🍼 Vini Mini, a Dutch startup, raised €500K for its products and supplements aimed at preventing food allergies in babies (by introducing potential allergens such as peanuts as early as possible). 🇱🇹🌾 HeavyFinance, a Lithuanian-based company, raised €50M to help farmers and agtech startups decarbonise and switch to regenerative agriculture. 🇩🇪 🍽️ NeoTaste, a German startup, raised €21M for its restaurant discovery app. It wants to expand in new European markets and develop new features. 🇺🇸🤖 Bear Robotics, an American startup, raised $60M for its robot waiter. Industry news & trends 🌍 🍔 A new study looked at the impact of ultra-processed food (UPF) on our bodies and brains. It suggests that these foods act as addictive substances. UPF is also linked to the development of 32 conditions, among which mental health problems, by altering the microbiome. Many food companies (and notably producers of plant-based alternatives) are fighting against the wide definition of UPF, saying that it should be narrowed. 👉 To get all our insights on the future of the food industry, sign-up to our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gBKHaVRJ  All the article's details, links, and more analysis in link the first comment! #startup #foodtech #agtech #deal #fundraising

🌟 KNOW OUR INCUBATEE 🌱 Introducing S4 Foods! 🚀 📌 About the Startup: S4 Foods offers proprietary technology to convert fresh rhizomes into dehydrated powder and flakes within 24 hours using biotechnology and specialized equipment. Our in-house process eliminates sun-drying and produces products with higher bioactive elements, better nutrition, and extended shelf life. We help farmer-producer organizations set up plants with our technology to process fresh rhizomes into market-ready products efficiently. S4 Foods also provides market linkage support. Get ready to embark on a journey of innovation and inspiration! 🌍✨ #KnowOurIncubatee #AgriInnovation #StartupSpotlight

Exciting times at Future Food-Tech! Several innovative start-ups received significant investor interest, showcasing their groundbreaking solutions in alternative proteins, precision fermentation, and novel ingredients. Here are a few standout companies: 1. AquaCulturedFoods: Leading the way in fermentation-based alternative seafood products. 2. Yoeggs - Naturally protein : Thriving with exposure to professionals, investors, and partners. 3. Mzansi Meat Co: Gaining great coverage and leads for their sustainable meat alternatives. 4. MeliBio : Revolutionizing the honey industry with their bee-free honey technology. 5. Demolish Food: Consistently launching revolutionary animal-free products. These companies are transforming the future of food! #FutureFoodTech #FoodInnovation #AlternativeProteins #SustainableFood #FoodTech #Startups #InvestingInTheFuture #AgTech #FoodIndustry #Sustainability #Innovation

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧? 🤔 Fermentation is at the heart of what we do. It is the natural process in which tiny organisms like yeast and bacteria convert sugars into alcohol, gases or acids. 🌱 But how does NoPalm Ingredients leverage fermentation to transform food industry sidestreams into our oils? Scroll down here to find out! 👇🔎 #NoPalmIngredients #Fermentation #Upcycling #Startups #Innovation #Foodtech #Sustainability

#QuazyFoods, a #biotech startup based in #Berlin, secures €800k in seed funding. ProVeg International, a global NGO that runs accelerator programmes to promote businesses driving change in the #foodsystem, was involved in the investment round. #Sprout & About Ventures is a family office impact #investing organisation, and Antler is one of the #busiest private early stage investors in #Europe. The round also consisted of a number of business angels with a #variety of experiences and robust networks of #entrepreneurs. According to the United Nations Environment Programme, there will be a 56% increase in #food #consumption when the world’s #population reaches 10 billion by 2050. In an effort to address this growing need, there is a #global hunt for plant-based diets. Based in Berlin, Quazy Foods is a #biotech company that produces exclusive microalgae strains for application in the #food #industry and other areas. Quazy Foods ProVeg International Berenike (Nixe) Zimmer Divya Murthy Frederik Brandis Antler To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #quazy #funding #eustartup

In a noteworthy shift, insect startups are experiencing a transformative journey by pivoting their focus to ingredients. This strategic move not only unlocks new possibilities but also reshapes the landscape of these ventures. 😱👏 How this strategic pivot to ingredients is catalyzing success for insect startups? Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/dBXXN9GJ

In Asia, where demand for animal protein is rapidly growing, alternative protein has the potential to meet the needs and preferences of a diverse and discerning consumer base. Despite concerns about foodtech investment, expert is assured investment in this space will continue in Asia. Santi Abakaz is CEO and co-founder of Bio Buddy & Tastebud Lab, Future Food Network, advises startups on how to make their businesses and products attractive to investors and consumers. Read the story here: https://lnkd.in/gJq7Ct4V #alternativeprotein #protein #startup #foodtech Santi Abakaz

Congratulations to TWF Flours, the foodtech startup revolutionizing the flour industry, on securing INR 12 Cr ($1.4 Mn) in a pre-Series A funding round led by Nithin Kamath-led Zerodha's Rainmatter Capital! Founded in 2017 by Pranjal Y Kumar and Arjun Rungta, TWF Flours offers customized flour tailored to meet the individual nutritional requirements of customers. With a focus on innovation, the startup has developed advanced milling technology to ensure maximum retention of micronutrients during the grinding process. This funding will enable TWF Flours to scale its research and development initiatives and recruit top talent, further solidifying its position as a leader in the foodtech industry. As the demand for customized nutritional solutions continues to grow, TWF Flours is poised to make a significant impact on the health and wellness of consumers. We're excited to see how TWF Flours continues to innovate and transform the flour market. Stay tuned for more updates on their journey! #TWFFlours #PreSeriesAFunding #FoodTech #Innovation #HealthAndWellness 🌟🍞