FoodSeed, the Italian Foodtech acceleration program, is back on track to support the evolution of the Italian Agrifood supply chain. The Accelerate for Impact platform initiative of CGIAR, an internationally renowned organization for agricultural research supporting food safety, is also joining the program as a scientific partner. FoodSeed, the Italian Foodtech acceleration programme of […]
Lately, algae have been taking center stage in the foodtech industry, revolutionizing the way people perceive sustainable and nutritious food sources. Algae, often associated with aquatic environments, and seaweed, a common sight along coastlines, have proven to be valuable and versatile resources in the quest for more eco-friendly, nutritious, and flavorful food options. The global […]
The accelerator has concluded the first closing of its investment fund, Europe Foodtech Acceleration Fund I SCSp, focusing on technology-based seed projects in the agri-food sector. The new investment vehicle, worth 30 million euros, encompasses the Spain Foodtech and FoodSeed acceleration programs in Italy, with a third program set to launch soon in Europe. […]
2024 promises to be a pivotal year for the rapidly expanding food tech landscape, offering a multitude of significant events that provide a platform for leaders and entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, and delve into the latest innovations shaping the industry. As the global food tech community continues its exponential growth, these events present invaluable opportunities […]
Chocolate alternatives are emerging as a disruptive force due to increasing ethical and environmental concerns. The conventional chocolate industry, known for labor issues and deforestation, sees 1.56 million children engaged in cocoa farming, often under exploitative conditions in the countries that produce nearly 60% of the world’s cocoa each year: Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire, according […]
The company launches, in collaboration with Eatable Adventures, the second edition of the “Areas for Change Challenge” with the aim of enabling the international entrepreneurial community to develop real solutions to the sector’s challenges in terms of sustainability. Following the success of the first edition, Areas, international leader in food&beverage and travel retail with global […]
Seven Italian startups have been selected for the 1st edition of the FoodSeed Accelerator, a program focused on innovative food technologies, part of the CDP Venture Capital National Network. FoodSeed was launched in March 2023 to promote excellence and innovation in the Italian agri-food industry, with the support of promoting partners and co-investors such as […]
ICONE and Eatable Adventures uncover three key opportunities for growth in the country: enhancing the agri-food value chain, improving agri-food commercial and business exchanges, and introducing high-value crops. Foodtech startups with innovative technology seeking to participate in a globally impactful project can apply now to the 3 Open Challenges to boost agri-food innovation and […]
Sigma operates in 18 countries throughout North and South America and Europe. With more than 65 plants and 184 distribution centers, the company produces, markets, and distributes quality foods including packaged meats, cheese, yogurt, and other refrigerated and frozen foods Innovation Program: Tastech Tastech is a program that aims to find the most innovative and […]
Founded in 1969, Pascual, a leader in the food sector, has a range of more than 200 products, 6 factories, 27 local offices, and more than 2,000 employees in the 63 countries in which it operates. Pascual advocated from the beginning for the creation of a branch of the company dedicated to Corporate Venturing: Pascual […]
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