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We have seen less mega deals in last-mile delivery and quick commerce in the last months (and probably won't see many moving forward), but overall there is reason for optimism in European food tech the coming years if you'd ask us. Read more in our annual report with #dealroom below! #fiveseasonsventures #venturecapital #foodtech #food

Fostering Food Innovation to Redesign our Food System: Meet Alessio D'Antino, the Mastermind Behind Forward Fooding In the realm of foodtech, few organisations shine as brightly as Forward Fooding, the world's first collaborative platform for the food and beverage industry 🌍🌱 Alessio's journey is a testament to the power of innovation and global collaboration. With a career spanning multiple continents, he has been driving forward the agenda to create a more sustainable and resilient food system. At the heart of his mission lies Forward Fooding, a collaborative platform that provides Data Intelligence to corporates, government and investors while hyper connecting all ecosystem players to harness the power of collaboration to transform this industry. But Alessio's influence extends beyond his organisation. As a lead advocate in the Global Tech Advocate, his voice resonates across continents, shaping the conversation around how technology, entrepreneurship and collaboration can foster more sustainable food practices. As we witness the food industry evolve, Alessio stands at the forefront, not just as a CEO, but as a thought leader, an ecosystem builder, and an inspiration for food innovators. Join the conversation around the future of foodtech. Feel inspired by Alessio's story? Hit 'like' and share with your network. Have thoughts on sustainable food practices? Drop a comment below. Remember to follow for more industry insights! #FoodTech #Innovation #Collaboration #Leadership #ForwardFooding

Huge congratulations to the entire Planet A Foods team for obtaining a spot among the top 10 on the #foodtech500 list 🎉 The result is even more impressive considering that the company is the only #foodtech founded after 2020 making it to the top 30. Drawing inspiration from the Fortune 500, the list compiles the most innovative global businesses at the intersection of Food Technology & Sustainability. You can learn more about the ranking following the link in the comments. #venturecapital #foodtech Dr. Sara Marquart, Dr. Maximilian Marquart

Come join me this Friday, March 22, at Future Food-Tech in San Francisco, where I will be delving into Whole Foods Market’s take on 'Optimizing R&D & Innovation through Cross-Sector Collaboration' in a panel with Florian Schattenmann, Robert Scott, Karina Zimerfeld, and Cathy Doucette.    Helena Bottemiller Evich, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, at Food Fix will guide us through a discussion where we will examine:    💡How crucial collaboration is to support the innovation ecosystem and scale technologies that are essential for creating healthy, tasty, and sustainable food 💡How companies are optimizing their internal and external R&D strategies by collaborating with other players from across the value chain 💡Innovations that can enable corporates to become more nimble, and what partnerships are necessary for start-ups to effectively scale and reach commercialization 💡Holistic approaches that need to be taken to ensure that the food-tech sector continues to innovate and grow I look forward to sharing my insights and for the chance to engage in this meaningful conversation. Learn more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/g2eeeSVj #FutureFoodTech 

What an incredible night it was at the newFOODeconomy Award ceremony! We were thrilled to honor the groundbreaking food concepts from all across Europe that are reshaping the future of our food industry. 🍽️ Spotlighting the true game-changers of tomorrow, we recognized innovators, startups, and projects based in the EU, all united by one key criterion - "Innovation." Their unwavering commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future. 🌍 Here's a glimpse of the three remarkable categories we celebrated: 🌟 Best Newcomer: Klim is making waves in the market with their revolutionary products and services. They're the rising stars of the food industry, and we can't wait to see where they'll take us next! 🌟 Best Evolutioner: Rügenwalder Mühle Carl Müller GmbH & Co. KG has boldly entered the market, reshaping their products or services to embrace innovation. Their transformation is a testament to the adaptability and resilience of the industry. 🌟 Best Visionary: constellr brings exciting ideas and approaches to the table, proving that a successful market launch isn't always a prerequisite for greatness. They inspire us all with their boundless creativity and forward-thinking mindset. Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating these incredible achievements. The future of food is in good hands, and we can't wait to see the impact these winners will have on our world. Check out our video to relive the full highlights! #FoodInnovation #AnugaHORIZON #FutureOfFood #newFOODeconomy 

🏆 Seedtrace 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩 5 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧 2024 🎉 We are very honoured to be among the selection of top sustainable companies in the international "Future of Business" magazine IMPAAKT. In the interview following the nomination, my co-founder Ana Selina Haberbosch and I speak about our values and the inspiration behind the creation of Seedtrace. It has been quite a journey and we're more than excited to make this year one of big steps towards more transparency, responsibility and sustainability in food & beverage supply chains. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 💬 What advice would we give to businesses looking to improve their sustainability practices and transparency? 💬 How does this transparency benefit both businesses and consumers in today’s market? 💬 What future trends do we foresee in the realm of supply chains and sustainability? Find the article: https://lnkd.in/dR88BaYK Reach out to us directly if you also want to make a tangible difference in improving sustainability and transparency within your supply chains. #Sustainability #FromSeedToShelf #SupplyChainTransparency #Traceability #FromHumanToHuman #SustainableBusiness #FemaleLedBusiness #FemaleCEO #WomenInBusiness

🚀 Innovators wanted: PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator Juntos Crecemos Edition returns with renewed focus on food and beverage start-ups PepsiCo invites businesses to apply for its mentorship program and a chance to receive up to $120,000 in business grants. PepsiCo announced the return of its Greenhouse Accelerator Program: Juntos Crecemos (Together We Grow) Edition – a collaborative program that provides funding and pairs breakthrough start-ups with PepsiCo experts to help grow their businesses. For the second consecutive year, this edition of Greenhouse Accelerator will focus on elevating high-potential Hispanic-owned CPG food and beverage startups that demonstrate the promise of transforming the industry with snacks and beverages that are better for people and the planet. According to the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), Latino businesses generate $800 billion for the U.S. economy yearly1, but they have the potential to generate much more if provided greater access to business-critical resources. Programs like the Greenhouse Accelerator Program are providing businesses with the training and access to capital needed to continue to strengthen the U.S. economy. Read more online: https://lnkd.in/eyN-SqCp 📰 Follow Ingredients Insight to receive daily ingredients news #IngredientsInsight #foodandbeverage #nutraceuticals

Arbiom ranked #43 in the 2023 edition of the #FoodTech500 ! 🎉 An awesome ranking for our first application on the FoodTech500 ! This list highlights international #AgriFoodTech startups & scaleups paving the way towards a brighter future of food 🍴 👇 Our detailed scores : 99.34 pts - Business Size Score - which predicts business growth based on financial performance indicators 74.68 pts - Digital Footprint Score - which predicts business digital presence growth based on website traffic, social media performance, and following growth 80.33 pts - Sustainability Score - based on a selected number of Sustainable Development Goals from the United Nations #sustainableprotein #alternativeprotein #biomassfermentation #sustainability #foodtech

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🚀 Kicking Off 2023 with the FoodTech Pitch Lounge 🍋 It's my first post of the year (yeah, we've been cooking up something special 😉), and what better way to start than sharing this journey with you. Tune in on Thursday to see me pitch Bolder Foods 🍽️💡and to hear more about our existing #altcheese innovation 🤓 And keep your eyes peeled for some hot announcements here soon 🌶️🚀 #FoodTech #Innovation #StartupLife #PitchDay