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We extend our heartfelt appreciation to HK Tech 300 for organizing the sharing session and inviting us to discuss how superfood tech startups can contribute to a sustainable future. "Tiny foods, Giant goals: Superfood tech startups for a sustainable future." Being an entrepreneur is not easy; it requires using minimal resources to create a larger impact. At Meat the Next, we aim to align our efforts and resources to enlarge our social impact, elevate our capabilities, and create a more sustainable future for all stakeholders. Through collaboration with professors from Hong Kong universities, including plant breeding, enzymatic technology, and food science, we are able to bring the best to our customers. Our tiger nut milk, formulated to be creamier and smoother, offers a golden nutritional value and pairs perfectly with coffee and tea. We are grateful to the guest speaker for sharing their valuable insights and experiences, which have sparked our curiosity and motivated us to leverage our knowledge in chemistry to make a positive impact. Let's join forces in harnessing innovation, entrepreneurship, and chemistry to create a better world. #HKTech300 #SuperfoodTechStartups #SustainableFuture #TinyFoodsGiantGoals #EntrepreneurshipJourney #ChemistryStudents #ThankYou

Cooley is a proud sponsor of the 2024 World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit and Future Food-Tech Summit this week in San Francisco. These back-to-back conferences are the annual meeting place for the global agtech and foodtech ecosystems. Attending? Don't miss Cooley partners Laurie Bauer and Sonia Nath during their respective sessions covering the legal perspective on: 🌱 Current market trends and financing strategies for agtech startups. 🌱 Regulatory and legislative progress and roadblocks – and how this might impact consumer perception and acceptance around biotechnology for food. 🌱 Prebiotics + probiotics, and the importance of gut health and other broader health concerns. Read more details with the link below. #WorldAgriTech #FutureFood #agtech #FDA #CooleyREG #biotech #

Congratulations to our startup Senoptica Technologies, who are part of our EIT Food Accelerator Network, for recently receiving FDA approval into the the North American Market for their excellent innovation! 🚀 ⭐ The #startup from Ireland have developed a ground breaking new sensor that will help reduce #foodwaste on the most resource intensive and valuable foods. ⭐ The Senoptica sensor is printed into active packaging (Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP), Vacuum Packaging and Vacuum Skin Packaging) and enables non invasive, non destructive identification of pack defects. ⭐ The technology helps to identify failed packs and provides condition data into supply chain analytics to predict spoilage and extend shelf life. Interested in finding out more? ➡️ https://bit.ly/4d0gYY3

Excited to share that Amai Proteins has been highlighted in Foodbytes by Rabobank's latest Q2 Report: "How Incremental Innovation is Powering the F&A Transition." https://bit.ly/3ykh0eC This comprehensive report showcases: > A global market map featuring 50+ innovative startups, including Amai Proteins > 6 in-depth collaboration case studies > Expert sector analysis from Rabobank > Valuable trend insights from the FoodBytes hub Proud to be recognized among the companies driving incremental innovation in the food and agriculture sector. Check out the full report to explore the future of F&A! #Foodbytes #FoodTech #AgTech #Innovation #Sustainability

In the crowded world of food and biotech, Shiru isn’t just turning heads—it’s rewriting the damn playbook. This isn’t your average AI-for-protein startup; this is Jasmin Hume, PhD and her team putting big data, science, and AI in the same room and cranking the dial to eleven. Fresh off a $16 million Series B raise led by S2G Ventures, and with CPT Capital, Lux Capital, Nourish Ventures, and Meach Cove Capital, LLC all in, Shiru’s not just getting funded—it’s getting an arsenal to light a fire under traditional ingredient discovery. Shiru’s California HQ is buzzing, fueled by the company’s monster database of 33 million molecules and a tech stack that’s more precision-tuned than a Formula 1 car. Their secret weapon? The ProteinDiscovery.ai marketplace, powered by the Flourish™ AI engine and the heavy-hitting Expressor tool for protein expression. We’re talking faster, leaner, and more accurate than ever before. The old-school R&D process? Outdated, collecting dust, while Shiru is turning years into months if not weeks. And here’s where it gets interesting—Shiru’s tech isn’t just staying in the lab. They’ve secured top-tier partnerships with Griffith Foods and Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc., and their applications are branching out into some unexpected (and very lucrative) fields: think food ingredients, flavor innovation, skincare, and even biopesticides. They’re already winning awards—TIME just named them one of 2024’s Best Inventions—and now, with this cash injection, they’re primed to break ground in entirely new markets. What’s next? Shiru’s ready to scale their ProteinDiscovery.ai, deepen their IP moat, and dig into a future where your food, skincare, and even agricultural solutions are designed by AI and built to last. Dr. Hume’s mission? To turn nature’s most powerful building blocks into sustainable products for the future. The protein revolution isn’t coming—it’s already here, and Shiru’s holding the keys. #BioTech #FoodTech #AIBioTech #Nutrition #HealthTech #ProteinExpression #PunchingAboveMyWeightClassWithThisOne #VentureCapital #StartupFunding #TechEcosystem #StartupEcosystem #SkinCare #Startups

🇧🇪 At Food ingredients Europe today and for the next day to learn more about the future of the #foodtech sector in Europe and beyond, looking for some key inputs for our EIT Food #BioFutures project. 💡 What are the top trends driving #investment in #foodtech #innovation? Is the #alternativeprotein hype over? How much does it take and how costly it is to build a folder for a #novelfood product? These are some of the topics being discussed now at the Innovation Hub! Ping our advisor Zoi Volioti to learn more about our services and our #BioInvestEurope initiative where we help #foodtech and #biotech startups connect to the right #investors!

💰🌱🥩 Startup secures funding to scale production of its fat replacement solution. MicroLub, a deep-tech spinout from the University of Leeds, raised £3.5 million in seed funding to help commercialize its fat replacement technology. The company plans to use the funds to develop products, scale its technology with partners, and expand its team. The company’s plant-based protein microgel mimics the texture of fats, adding lubrication to food and creating a creamy sensation similar to full-fat products. This technology allows manufacturers to remove thickeners and emulsifiers, leading to cleaner labels. CEO David Peters highlighted how the technology could help solve issues with texture and mouthfeel, making plant-based products more appealing. Founder and CTO Anwesha Sarkar said the funding will help explore more applications and bring the technology to market. Learn more in the full FoodBev Media article: https://lnkd.in/edD5TBFr #ForwardFooding #foodinnovation #foodtech #plantbasedmeat #sustainability

HC Insights: Navigating Agri-foodtech: Trends and Strategies in a Changing Landscape HC Group recently participated in the Future Food-Tech conference held in San Francisco, an event that convened industry leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to explore the evolving landscape of the food and agriculture sectors. From pioneering startups to industry titans, the event showcased the surge in inventive ingredients, processes, and technologies driving nutritional enhancement and eco-consciousness in food production. Join us as we unpack the transformative trends and solutions shaping the future of food. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eicV7tGz #Ingredients #Technology #FoodTech

In the vibrant landscape of today's market, the quest for sustainable protein sources is more than just a trend—it's a canvas for innovation. One of the most compelling stories in this arena comes from Ÿnsect, which has made a significant leap with genotyping chip technology. This isn't just about pushing the boundaries of technology; it's a profound step forward in sustainable protein production. 🌱 Through the lens of genotyping, Ÿnsect is revolutionizing how we cultivate mealworms, enhancing not just the efficiency of the process but also the quality of the protein produced. It's a clear demonstration of how marrying genetic research with sustainable farming practices can open new doors to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly protein sources. This narrative isn't unique to Ÿnsect. Across the globe, from the cultivation of Black Soldier Fly larvae by CYNS in Latin America to the pioneering work on mycelium as a protein alternative by 70/30 Food Sci & Tech in Asia, we're witnessing a consistent strategy: the use of cutting-edge technology to foster sustainable growth in the food sector. For entrepreneurs and innovators charting their course in the startup world, the message is clear. Sustainability and technology aren't just parallel paths but are intertwined, forming the backbone of future-proof businesses. Embracing these principles not only helps carve out a niche but positions your venture as a leader in the march towards a sustainable future. As someone deeply embedded in the journey of innovation, I've seen firsthand how integrating sustainability and innovation can not only address current market and environmental challenges but also anticipate future ones. It's about thinking beyond the immediate, looking at how our actions today shape the world we live in tomorrow. So, to all the entrepreneurs and innovators out there, I encourage you to think about how your ventures can contribute to this narrative. How are you using innovation and sustainability to make a difference? The path we choose today shapes the world of tomorrow, and it's up to us to make it a better place. Montaigne Smart Business Solutions Innovate Today, Inspire Tomorrow 💡 #AlternativeProtein #Innovation #SustainableGrowth #FoodTech #FeedTech #FoodBevarages #InsectProtein Market Unwinded #Entrepreneurship #FutureProofing #SustainableProtein

🇩🇰 🇫🇮 Twor Nordics alternative protein startups received regulatory approval in the US. 1️⃣ 21st.BIO, a Danish startup is now "self-affirmed GRAS" in the US for its precision fermentation-made whey protein (a dairy protein). It can now sell the protein to manufacturers so they can use it in products available to consumers. 2️⃣ Solar Foods, the Finish startup "transforming CO2 into proteins" is also now "self-affirmed GRAS" in the US. Its protein, called solein, can be used in a wide range of applications. While things are not going so well for the general alternative protein ecosystem, it's good to see that two European companies are moving forward. Now, beyond regulation, there are still many challenges, notably scaling up production (to reach price parity) and finding access to enough capital to do so. 👉 Links to the news in the first comment #precisionfermentation #startups #foodtech #innovation