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🥇 Will your company be at the top of the next edition of the FoodTech 500? Application for the 2024 FoodTech 500 is now open! And in this year’s edition, startups can expect bigger and better perks! To start, applications sent before 31st July will be reviewed sooner, giving you a head start among your peers. Don’t miss out; apply now from our website: https://lnkd.in/g7fNMsu Read our recent update about the 2024 FoodTech 500 here: https://lnkd.in/eBziBnEH

📩 Here’s your summary of the latest edition of our newsletter, curated by the Forward Fooding team: Whether you're running your own FoodTech startup, you are an investor, a corporate executive or an ecosystem supporter, there are many ways to support the FoodTech 500. ✨ The FoodTech 500 – The Fortune 500 of AgriFoodTech https://lnkd.in/eMP64QU 🍫 Chocolate’s Getting a Sustainable Makeover https://lnkd.in/dJh2_WVr 🤖 How AI and Machine Learning are Transforming the AgriFoodTech Landscape https://lnkd.in/dc4c9sV5 🇬🇧 The UK’s AgriFoodTech Industry: A Leading Force in Global Innovation https://lnkd.in/exM3PG8d 🇪🇸 The 2023 FoodTech 500: Recap of the Official Unveiling Event in Barcelona https://lnkd.in/ezJqiuu9 📈 Understanding the FoodTech Transition: A New Report Series https://lnkd.in/d4tSBWmb 🎙 Exclusive Interview with Pierfrancesco Mazzolini | Yeastime S.r.l.: Making Fermentation Sustainable with Ultrasound Waves https://lnkd.in/e4MdzXDQ 🐞 Exclusive Interview with Alessandro Romano | Ittinsect - Feed for the Ocean: Transforming Aquaculture Feed with Insect Protein and Agricultural Byproducts https://lnkd.in/ehuWjbnz 💵 Updates from FoodTech 500 Alumni: MOA foodtech, Ittinsect, Impact Food, THIS™, ProducePay, Bowery Farming, Ljusgårda AB, Tropic, Tender Food, Heura Foods, Umami Bioworks, YASAI Read what’s inside our newsletter 📩: https://lnkd.in/eUnSRdt8 —— Don’t miss industry updates and insights. Sign up here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejeqBWJs

🍟 The AgriFoodTech company you're rooting for wasn't in last year's FoodTech 500? It's time the world knew about their incredible solutions to create a more sustainable global food system—nominate them for the 2024 FoodTech 500! Early bird application is open until 31st July only, so nominate now to help them fast-track their way to success: https://lnkd.in/dj23FdzP Learn more about FoodTech 500: https://lnkd.in/eMP64QU #ForwardFooding #Foodtech500

🔍🌱 Stay ahead of the curve of the ever-evolving AgriFoodTech industry. Featuring our latest report series, Decoding the FoodTech Transition, where we explore the innovative trends and insights shaping the AgriFoodTech sector. From plant-based alternatives to cellular agriculture and AI-driven solutions, we're witnessing a paradigm shift in how food is produced, distributed, and consumed. Learn about the key drivers of this transformation, including sustainability, health, and the need for more efficient food systems. Discover how startups and established companies are leveraging cutting-edge technology to address global food challenges and meet the demands of conscious consumers. Read more about our new series here: https://lnkd.in/d4tSBWmb Download the free sample report on plant-based proteins here: https://lnkd.in/daCzxfii #ForwardFooding #foodtech #innovation #sustainability #futureoffood #foodsystems

🌾🤝 New Agtech merger aims to create effective agriculture solutions to enhance sustainability and profitability. GAMAYA and TerraviewOS have merged to form a new entity operating under the GAMAYA brand. They will combine their AI-powered platforms to advance sustainability and climate resilience in global food production. This strategic merger focuses on decarbonization and water efficiency in sugarcane and grape crops, with plans to expand into additional value chains and markets. GAMAYA, with nine years of experience, has developed flagship products like 'CanaSight' and 'CanaTrace', serving over 1.5 million hectares of sugarcane farmland globally. Terraview, over the past five years, has established itself as a leader in the grape value chain, particularly wine grapes, with products like 'TerraviewOS' and 'Aquaview'. Together, they will leverage their technological advancements and sectorial knowledge to create innovative, reliable, and effective solutions for the agriculture sector, enhancing sustainability, profitability, and community livelihoods. The newly formed company will be led by Yury Vasilkov as CEO and Piyush Harsh as Chief Science Officer. Key investors, including Seed4Equity, Glasshouse, Icos Capital, the Mahindra Group, Vi Partners, and 3 Sisters Ventures (3SV), back this merger, recognizing its potential to make a significant global impact. The leadership team emphasizes its aim to unlock a $10 billion market opportunity and improve the sustainability and productivity of farming worldwide. Read the full PR Newswire article here: https://lnkd.in/eQtUPHWv #ForwardFooding #agtech #agriculture #sustainability #innovation #climatechange #emissions

📢 PARTNERSHIP CALL FOR FOODTECH 500! Do you want to be part of the biggest and most definitive list of AgriFoodTech companies in the world? The 2024 FoodTech 500 is the biggest edition yet, and your support can help make it even better! What's in it for you? 🎯 Leverage high-impact branding opportunities through the FoodTech 500's extensive communication campaign 💎 Drive meaningful interactions with the top FoodTech 500 companies, ensuring alignment with your strategic initiatives through curated engagements 👀 Utilize the visibility and momentum of the FoodTech 500 to attract leading innovators to your own program Register your here: https://lnkd.in/eC8H6v5v Learn more about what's new in this year's FoodTech 500: https://lnkd.in/eBziBnEH #ForwardFooding #FoodTech500

✅🍄 Mycoprotein gets a massive boost with recent regulatory approval. Californian FoodTech startup The Better Meat Co. received a 'no further questions' letter from the US FDA certifying its Rhiza mycoprotein as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for use in meat products and dairy analogs. The USDA also evaluated Rhiza mycoprotein, deeming it suitable and safe as a meat enhancer in blended meat products. The FDA's certification comes as The Better Meat Co has significantly reduced production costs for its mycoprotein, making it competitive with commodity beef. The Rhiza mycoprotein boasts impressive nutritional credentials, offering a firm, meat-like texture and a rich nutrient profile, making it a promising ingredient for various food products. This approval positions The Better Meat Co to capitalize on the growing interest in sustainable protein sources, with blended meats gaining traction among legacy butchers and global food giants. Read the full Green Queen Media article here: https://lnkd.in/eAU8pgGR #ForwardFooding #altprotein #mycoprotein #futurefood #sustainability #foodsystems

🍅 Don't just be a participant, but be recognized as one of the top European AgriFoodTech innovators! Our 2023 edition celebrated over 250 companies from Europe that made the rankings. If your company is committed to enhancing the global food system and has been making strides to achieve this goal, don't miss out on this opportunity to apply to the 2024 FoodTech 500. And in this year's edition, startups can expect bigger and better perks! To start, applications sent before 31st July will be reviewed sooner, giving you a head start among your peers. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/eMP64QU Read our recent update about the 2024 FoodTech 500 here: https://lnkd.in/eBziBnEH #ForwardFooding #FoodTech500

🐟🎣 FoodTech 500 alum Ittinsect - Feed for the Ocean is turning the tide with its innovative approach to fish feed using insect protein and agricultural byproducts, offering a more environmentally friendly option for aquaculture. To learn more about the company, we talk to founder Alessandro Romano about Ittinsect's journey, the challenges of scaling insect-based feeds, and his vision for a sustainable future in fish farming. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ehuWjbnz #ForwardFooding #FoodTech500 #innovation #aquaculture #sustainability #emissions

Meet our newest FoodTech 500 Ambassadors: 🔸 Alexis Caporale 🔸 Mariya Hristova 🔸 Semi Hakim 🔸 Sascha Dutta (nee Taylor) They are now part of a group of renowned FoodTech professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, journalists, and other stakeholders who have united in our quest for the best game-changers in the space. 🚀 Want to help us find and support the underdogs in the AgriFoodTech sector? Become an ambassador today to help spotlight groundbreaking AgriFoodTech companies that should be part of the 2024 FoodTech 500: https://lnkd.in/ePG7fP9x #ForwardFooding #FoodTech500