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🚀 Exciting News! The Business Factory Food has just revealed the 15 selected projects that will make up the VI Edition, and Food-scalEUp is ready to empower them with enhanced services and additional activities! 🌐 🌍 Among the 15 projects, a diverse range of topics is covered, from #agricultural services, developing products from the #upcycling of food industry by-products and sustainable #packaging to AI-driven predictions, #digitalization and innovative #agrifood solutions. 🤝 Proudly mentored by key players in the #Galician food industry, these projects will benefit from the support and guidance of Galicia Food Cluster's partner companies: Casa Montepío, Casa Grande de Xanceda, Cafés Candelas, CAPSA FOOD, CLUN Cooperativa Rural Galega, CONGALSA, S.L., GADISA, Grupo Nueva Pescanova, PEREIRA, Leche Celta, Quescrem, Fundación Juana de Vega, AGACA and ANFACO-CECOPESCA. 📈 The selected startups will be categorized into two programs: 5 will be placed in the #consolidation program (ANFOOD, GRADHOC, PERUSIÑAS, Petit Papao Bio, and SALMOIRA), while 10 will join the #acceleration program (AGROLINK, AMARELA LEAF WHEY, BENIU, REMOLONAS, EMPROMAR, FRUIWA, IMPACT UPCYCLED, NTENTE, PASTORAL, and SIMBIOSIS ACUICOLA). 💼 Each participating startup will receive specialized and financial support, access to #training, #coaching, technical services, customized infrastructure, and resources. 🔗 Access the full story: https://lnkd.in/eR7Eejhs SS4AF Noelia Dosil Mayán Ana Felgueiras European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) #SS4AF #EUInnovationEcosystems #HorizonEU #SMEs #innovation #startup #agrifood

#Innovation is a common space where #startups, companies, universities, investment funds, technology centres and industries play an important role, but where success lies in the ecosystem. Food 4 Future is consolidating year after year as the leading event for the food and beverage industry. A professional event with a key differential aspect: bringing together experts not only from the food industry but also from technology companies, scientific staff, chefs, entrepreneurs... It is an ecosystem to share knowledge, explore new opportunities, connect with others, and discover potential customers. Do you want to remember what Food 4 Future - Expo FoodTech 2023 was like (and understand why you can't miss out on #F4F2024)? 🍎 👀Take a look at the summary report of the event  https://lnkd.in/dgH_P_sx AZTI   #Foodtech #agritech #foodprocessing #foodpackaging #foodsafety #foodscience #sustainability #healthyfood #sustainaiblity #digitalisation #robotics #AI #innovation

Explore the evolving Foodtech landscape in Spain with insights from “The State of Foodtech in Spain 2023” report by Eatable Adventures. This comprehensive analysis highlights dynamic categories and subsectors shaping the sector today.  From cutting-edge agritech solutions enhancing agricultural practices to innovative food production and processing technologies, Spanish startups lead with AI, deep tech innovations, and circular economy principles. Agritech startups optimize farming efficiency through advanced technologies, while food production innovators meet demand for health-conscious and sustainable options. Retail disruptors pioneer new food distribution methods via analytical platforms and smart labels. Meanwhile, restaurant tech leaders innovate operations and customer experiences with enhanced delivery services. What changes do you anticipate for 2024 in the Spanish Foodtech landscape? Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/dVBQ3PBf #Foodtech #Spain #Startups #EatableAdventures

Our Chief Business Development Officer, Omar El Fata, was interviewed by the Cámara de Comercio Italiana Barcelona (CCIB) They talked about Biovitae journey, the experience of #MyStartBCN Challenge, the values behind the project and also some exciting developments that are in the pipeline. You can find the article here below ⬇️ Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our journey towards safer environments with Biovitae💡🌍 https://lnkd.in/dv_tmxcx #Biovitae #Innovation #HealthTech #MyStartBCN

🚀 Exciting news! Color Sensing has been selected as one of the 20 foodtech startups for the second edition of KM Zero Venturing! 🌱🍽️ Among more than 220 applications from 22 countries, KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub is expanding its international reach, and we are thrilled to be part of this innovative program for the food industry. This selection marks a doubling of participants compared to the previous edition, with an impressive presence of nine startups founded outside of Spain, hailing from countries such as Israel, the USA, Portugal, France, and Ireland. Nearly half of the chosen startups come from abroad, reflecting the global impact of this program. Our journey with KM Zero Venturing will provide us with comprehensive support and guidance, collaborating with nine major corporations in the food industry, including Mahou San Miguel, Makro España, Incarlopsa, Helados Estiu, Embutidos Martínez, Platos Tradicionales , CAPSA FOOD , Vicky Foods, and Grupo Arancia. Furthermore, this edition introduces an exciting new feature with the involvement of 20 funds with a potential investment capacity of over 2.5 billion euros, fostering funding opportunities for startups. At ColorSensing, we are committed to creating cutting-edge color based sensing technology solutions for food manufacturers and retailers, ensuring the quality and safety of their products. We are proud to be part of this impactful initiative that brings together startups, corporations, and investors, aiming to tackle shared challenges in the industry. Together, we'll drive industry transformation and foster a more sustainable and innovative future for the food sector. Stay tuned for our journey with KM Zero Venturing, and let's make a positive impact on the food industry together! 🌈🚀 #KMZeroVenturing #FoodTech #StartupJourney #Innovation #Sustainability #ColorSensing

An interesting article has been published on the Polski Fundusz Rozwoju S.A. (PFR) blog on startups, which presents the #foodtech market in PL. Positive introduction: "it is also an industry that enjoys great interest from investors - last year it accounted for over 5% of investments of Polish funds, ranking fourth among the industries in which funds invested - ahead of, #fintech or #proptech. The number of investments has been increasing since 2020. In a country like Poland, where the food industry accounts for over 20% of GDP*." Rebread of course has its place in the article 🍞 💪 https://lnkd.in/ekvA8rrs *much broader than just food ;)

🇪🇸👏🏼𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻'𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝘆 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟵% 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 For the third year in a row, ICEX has drawn its conclusions and revealed specific and valuable data on the Spanish foodtech sector in their recent report 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻: 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻. Additionally to the major investment operations with national and international players, there has been a significant increase in the number of Spanish operators in the ecosystem: 412 startups (compared to 407 last year) , more than 30,000 companies involved in food transformation, as well as more than 50 specialized universities and 20 cutting-edge technology centers involved. 👇🏼Want to know more?  🌐 Explore more information in our blog https://lnkd.in/d3HbzhBi #foodtech #investment #startups #foodtechspain #foodtechecosystem

What's the global landscape of Open Innovation in the Agrifood sector? A staggering 78% of agrifood companies are already tapping into external sources to infuse innovation within their enterprises, showcasing a burgeoning trust in collaborative networks. We've engaged with executives from medium and large enterprises across the agri-food value chain worldwide, delving into their insights on Open Innovation within their realms. Our report also features compelling case studies of international companies that have adeptly embraced this methodology, igniting successful transformations. Download the latest version of “The State of Open Innovation in the Agri-Food sector” and stay informed about the last trends in the agri-food industry: https://lnkd.in/dW7CqK4N #OpenInnovation #AgriFood #Collaboration #Innovation #Startups

We are proud to introduce the new cohort of startups for Spain Foodtech 2023, a program powered by Eatable Adventures in collaboration with ICEX and CNTA. The selected projects are: 🔄 Bio2Coat Natural Preservation Technology a disruptive solution against food waste and single-use plastic packaging through the development of 100% natural coatings that extend the shelf life of food. 🔬 mmmico eats using a highly scientific approach, it combines techniques such as fermentation, directed evolution, and artificial intelligence to develop new natural ingredients that replace their synthetic counterparts. 🌿 Néboda driving the future of agriculture with revolutionary automation technology applied to vertical farming, enabling high-density, cost-effective crop production. 🐚 POSEIDONA this startup has successfully transformed algae production waste into innovative ingredients and proteins, revolutionizing the current production system and making a positive impact on our oceans. Special thanks to our corporate partners who have joined this initiative: Pascual Innoventures , Mahou San Miguel, Sigma and Alianza Team®, their industry expertise and knowledge will be instrumental in driving these projects forward. Congratulations to the four selected startups, we look forward to seeing the impact of their innovations on the transformation of the food system: https://lnkd.in/d6csMs3Q. #SpainFoodtechNation #Foodtech #Startups

📢 Tomorrow, join this online #food session and discover 7 Spanish promising #startups including BioMixing S.L., our 2023 Alumnus. Powered by Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley Discover more and register below 👇 💡 The Foodtech ecosystems in Spain 🇪🇸 and Switzerland 🇨🇭 thrive on vibrancy, driven by factors such as quality, #innovation, substantial venture capital investments, and robust government support. These elements collectively contribute to making both countries highly attractive for companies and startups and open up the space for synergies and complementarities. https://lnkd.in/ej3DmP4i