Formerly known as Climax Foods, the innovative food technology company today announced its rebranding as Bettani Farms, alongside a $6.5 million initial close of its Series A funding round led by S2G Investments. The company also appointed Sandeep Patel, ex-CFO of Califia Farms and seasoned food industry leader, as its new CEO and Chairman. These…
Paris‑based foodtech startup Kikleo has closed a €3.5 million funding round led by Newfund, with participation from Bpifrance, existing shareholders, and procedural support from Avelana. The fresh capital will drive Kikleo’s expansion across Europe and into the United States, scale its AI platform, and strengthen its on‑the‑ground support teams for restaurant partners. Since its founding…
In a significant boost for the cellular agriculture sector, foodtech startup Sallea has announced a successful funding round of $2.6 million, aimed at advancing the production of premium whole cuts of cultivated meat and fish. Founded in November 2023 by an innovative all-female team, Sallea is poised to redefine how cultivated proteins are produced, moving…
Foodforecast, a Cologne-based AI startup dedicated to the food retail sector, has successfully raised over €3 million in funding. This investment round, led by Scalehouse Capital and Future Food Fund II, also saw participation from existing investors including Blue Horizon Ventures and Aeronaut Invest, along with several strategic contributors. The capital will be utilized to…
In a remarkable stride towards sustainability, biotechnology startup ÄIO has successfully raised €6.1 million in funding, backed by a consortium of venture capital firms including Voima Ventures, 2C Ventures, SmartCap, and Nordic Foodtech VC. This significant investment will enable the establishment of a demonstration plant in Estonia, aimed at producing eco-friendly oils and fats derived…
In a bold move towards sustainable pet care, Tuggs, the innovative startup specializing in insect-based dog food, has successfully raised £1.1 million in funding from a range of institutional investors and angel backers. The fresh dog food brand combines insect proteins with meats, fish, and vegetables to create a product line that prioritizes both canine…
Collo, a Tampere-based innovator specializing in IoT analyzers for industrial liquid processes, has successfully raised €5 million in growth funding. This investment round was co-led by SEB Greentech Venture Capital of Sweden and Dutch deep tech investor FORWARD.one, with participation from existing investor Scale Capital. Collo’s cutting-edge analyzer offers a transformative approach to managing liquid…
Amulet, an innovator in food safety technology, has successfully raised $5.8 million in Series A financing. This round, spearheaded by HealthX Ventures, also saw participation from Incite Ventures, AllerFund, Mendota Venture Capital, Great Oaks Venture Capital, and notable individuals including Pinterest executive Julie Bornstein and investor Diede van Lamoen. The investment will propel Amulet’s mission…
In a significant move poised to revolutionize restaurant marketing, Boostly has announced the successful completion of a $5.6 million seed funding round. This investment was spearheaded by Trestle Partners and includes contributions from Relish Works, Singularity Capital, and Y Combinator. The funds are set to propel Boostly’s mission of equipping restaurants with cutting-edge tools to…
NovoNutrients, a pioneering biotech firm at the forefront of transforming CO₂ emissions into premium protein, has announced a significant milestone with the successful first closing of its Series A financing, securing $18 million. This round, led by global energy company Woodside Energy and co-led by CM Venture Capital, marks a crucial step forward in advancing…
