A groundbreaking tri-party initiative in South Korea is set to drive the future of cultivated meat. This collaboration between the government, academia, and industry aims to advance technology, improve scalability, and foster innovation in the cultivated meat sector. We’re encouraged by initiatives like these that accelerate progress toward sustainable and ethical food production. Partnerships like this showcase the power of collaboration in building a sustainable food system. #CultivatedMeat #FoodInnovation #Sustainability #VentureCapital #FutureOfFood #AlternativeProteins Learn more about this initiative in the full article: https://lnkd.in/gtdkQRN5
Stray Dog Capital
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Leawood, KS 3,954 followers
Investing in a more resilient and plant-forward food system.
About us
Stray Dog Capital is an early-stage Venture Capital fund investing in innovative, early-stage companies across the food, beverage, and biotechnology sectors that drive a healthier, humane, and more sustainable future. With over 40 years of combined experience, Stray Dog Capital supports its portfolio of investments with our team of entrepreneurs, operators, advisors, and investors. Since 2015, we’ve made more than 45 investments in early-stage food, food tech, and biotech companies that are transforming the food system, including Beyond Meat, Kite Hill, and Upside Foods. Stray Dog Capital strives for a world where: -We achieve high-quality, efficient, and sustainable food systems that support the wellbeing of our planet -We promote healthy and great-tasting food alternatives to consumers around the globe
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- Industry
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Leawood, KS
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2015
- Specialties
- venture capital, food, food systems, entrepreneurship, cell agriculture, biotechnology, investments, precision fermentation, private equity, startups, food tech, plant based, and climate tech
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Leawood, KS 66211, US
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This Thanksgiving, let’s celebrate with gratitude for plant-based innovation and the delicious, sustainable options that bring everyone to the table. Whether you’re enjoying a hearty plant-based roast, creative side dishes, or dairy-free desserts, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on compassion and sustainability. At Stray Dog Capital, we’re grateful for the pioneers driving change in the food industry and making plant-based options accessible to all. What’s on your vegan Thanksgiving table this year? Share your favorite dishes in the comments. #Thanksgiving #PlantBased #Sustainability #VeganThanksgiving #FoodInnovation #FutureOfFood
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Beyond Meat is making strides in accessibility with the rollout of its health-focused Beyond Sun Sausage to Whole Foods stores nationwide. This move highlights growing consumer interest in plant-based, nutrient-forward options and reflects the company's commitment to delivering sustainable alternatives. At Stray Dog Capital, we’re excited to see plant-based pioneers like Beyond Meat continue to expand and meet consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable food choices. #PlantBased #SustainableFood #FoodInnovation #VentureCapital #BeyondMeat #FutureOfFood Learn more about this product launch in the full article: https://lnkd.in/gAu7zw6h
Beyond Meat Boosts Access to Health-Focused Beyond Sun Sausage with Whole Foods Rollout - vegconomist - the vegan business magazine
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Congratulations to Stephanie Downs and UNCAGED Innovations on this impressive accomplishment. We are proud to partner with you and are excited about the endless opportunities for ELEVATE to change the materials market
Thrilled to see WWD spotlighting our launch of ELEVATE alongside 10 visionary brands! 🌟 ELEVATE isn’t just a biomaterial—it’s the future of sustainable luxury. Designed for eco-conscious performance, endless customization, and a sophisticated touch, it’s redefining what sustainable leather can be. From exquisite jewelry to bespoke handbags, these exclusive collections are setting new benchmarks in fashion and sustainability. Stay connected to witness how ELEVATE is leading a bold movement in design. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d8ga7pzR #Bioleather #SustainableMaterials #UncagedInnovations #SustainableLuxury #NextGenMaterials
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A new milestone in the plant-based industry: In Germany, plant-based alternatives are now priced lower than animal products in several key categories. This shift reflects both increased consumer demand for sustainable options and advancements in production efficiencies. At Stray Dog Capital, we’re excited to see these pricing changes, as they make plant-based options more accessible to a broader audience—a crucial step in fostering a more sustainable food system globally. #PlantBased #SustainableFood #FoodInnovation #VentureCapital #FutureOfFood #AlternativeProteins Read the full article to learn more about this significant market development: https://lnkd.in/gjV-Db5h
Plant-based Alternatives Now Cheaper Than Animal Products Across Several Categories in Germany - vegconomist - the vegan business magazine
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We are proud to partner with Goodie Bag on its mission to reduce food waste. Congrats to the entire team on this accomplishment!
Funding Update = Bag Secured 💰 STOKED to announce Goodie Bag oversubscribed our $1.3M pre-seed round 🚀 Led by the amazing human Steve Molino and his mission-aligned team at Clear Current Capital. Plus these lovely people made it happen; Johnny Ream and Lisa Feria at Stray Dog Capital, Derek Peachey and Jason Wells at MWest Ventures, Mark Williams and Anshul Kapoor at XORLabs, Jonathan Sousa at ABCapital, Zécca Lehn at Responsibly Ventures, Terry Katon, Brad Wilsted, and Jim Franklin. I’m incredibly proud of our team for doing what needed to be done to put ourselves in this position, grateful for our community of Partners and Goodie Baggers saving food and money together, and humbled to lead Goodie Bag into this next chapter alongside Luke Siegert, Briana Boehmer, and Jack Connors ❤️ It’s just the beginning. #GoodieBag #NoWaste #EatLocal
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On #NationalEntrepreneurshipDay, consider the new certification course specifically designed for startups. It is critical for startups to protect their intellectual property. More details in the post below
How can you protect your investments in startups? We developed a free, on-demand, 2-hour certification course for you. Happy @NationalEntrepreneurshipDay (Tuesday)! Link to course: https://lnkd.in/eKbSjaET
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Our portfolio company, Chunk Foods, is making its U.S. retail debut with a line of plant-based steaks, bringing a sustainable alternative to the traditional steak market. This launch is a significant milestone for the plant-based sector, as Chunk Foods introduces a product that combines taste, texture, and a commitment to reducing environmental impact. Stray Dog Capital is proud to support Chunk Foods as it continues to lead in the plant-based innovation space. #PlantBased #FoodInnovation #SustainableFood #VentureCapital #AlternativeProteins #ChunkFoods #FutureOfFood Learn more about this exciting debut in the full article: https://lnkd.in/gGEkRnMk
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We’re proud to share groundbreaking progress from our portfolio company, SuperMeat. By achieving cost parity, SuperMeat has taken a critical step toward making cultivated chicken more accessible. Innovations like this are transforming the future of food and sustainability.
Today, we’re excited to share a breakthrough in our cultivated #chicken meat production! SuperMeat has achieved cost parity with premium pasture-raised chicken at $11.79 per pound—a crucial step toward making #cultivated meat accessible to all. SuperMeat’s process, showcased for the first time, combines breakthrough advancements in cell density, animal-free cell feed, and fast tissue #differentiation. Here’s how we’re transforming cultivated chicken production: ⏱️ Rapid Production: Fat in 24 hours, muscle in just 4 days 🍗 High Cell Density: 80 million cells per ml reached in just 9 days without any genetic modifications 💸 Cost-Effective Cell Feed: Animal-free media at under $0.50/L Our process produces 3 pounds of edible meat—the average weight of meat from one chicken—in just 2 days, compared to the 42 days required for conventional farming, all while using 80% less land. This is a huge step forward for cultivated meat and we’re proud to push past boundaries as the #food industry evolves to meet rising consumer interest in more #sustainable options. Click here for the full report: https://lnkd.in/dMpre3-A
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We’re excited to share that our portfolio company, California Cultured Inc., has secured investment from chocolate giant Puratos to further develop its cell-based cacao technology. This partnership is a major milestone in the journey to creating sustainable, ethically sourced chocolate, addressing both environmental and supply chain challenges. As demand for sustainable ingredients continues to grow, collaborations like this show the potential of food tech to transform industries. We’re proud to support California Cultured’s vision for the future of chocolate. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtdFeQGz #Sustainability #FoodTech #CaliforniaCultured #CellBasedCacao #FutureOfChocolate #ImpactInvesting #StrayDogCapital
Chocolate Giant Puratos Makes Strategic Investment in California Cultured’s Cell-Based Cacao - vegconomist - the vegan business magazine
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