Now in its fifth edition, the FoodTech 500 has gathered more than 1500+ applications from AgriFoodTech Startups & Scaleups globally in 2023, receiving applications from 77 countries, with 57 countries represented in the final FoodTech 2023 list, shedding light on the FoodTech 500 initiative’s widespread reach and global influence. This year, the FoodTech 2023 list showcased 80 companies from the United States and 14 from Canada amongst the finalists. The United States remains the most represented country globally with 2322 startups & scale-ups mapped to date (Source: FoodTech Data Navi ..read more

The FoodTech 500 is dedicated to celebrating diversity and inclusivity in all its forms. We are excited to reveal that out of the 500 finalists, 138 have been founded by women. In today’s feature, we’ll spotlight these remarkable founders and gain insights from Mecca Ibrahim, Co-Founder of Women In The Food Industry. For over five years, Mecca has been building a community for women in the food industry here in the UK.   Women in the FoodTech In recent years, there has been a growing focus on highlighting women in the Food Industry.  A quick web search reveals numerous articles cele ..read more

Santtu Vekkeli’s passion for sustainability and flavour collided with his entrepreneurial spirit and founded SuperGround. In a world where upcycling often focuses on agricultural goods, SuperGround takes a bold step by turning overlooked bones into tasty and nutritious sidestream products.  We interviewed food scientist, microbiologist, and entrepreneur, Santtu Vekkeli, the visionary behind SuperGround and one of the finalists for this year’s FoodTech 500. The upcycling company also participated in this year’s FoodTech 500 Lab at Sweden FoodTech’s Big Meet Conference.  SuperGround Fo ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of food technology, one trend that stands out prominently is the rise of functional foods and drinks. With a substantial funding injection of €534.7 million in 2023, up from a mere 1.4% in 2021 to an impressive 3.4% share of global investment in 2023. The surge in funding under Next-Gen Food and Drinks underscores a growing recognition of the importance of nutritionally enhanced products that offer tangible health benefits beyond basic sustenance. From protein-enriched snacks to immunity-boosting beverages, functional foods and drinks cater to consumers’ increas ..read more

European startups represents more than 50% of the total finalists in the 2023 FoodTech 500 rankings. As we zoom into the rich AgriFoodTech ecosystem in the European region, we’re spotlighting the top countries and the companies that made the list. Now in its fifth edition, the FoodTech 500 has gathered more than 1500+ applications from AgriFoodTech Startups & Scaleups globally in 2023, receiving applications from 77 countries, with 57 countries represented in the final FoodTech 2023 list. Among the finalists are 255 companies from Europe that made this year’s list. European AgriFoodTech i ..read more

On April 9th-11th 2024, we were delighted to once again support our friends at Sweden FoodTech to bring to life another edition of the Big Meet Summit, which got even bigger this year, for the first time in partnership with Food Service Fair GastroNord. The Big Meet has been a prominent gathering for over seven years. It brings together the Nordics FoodTech Ecosystem and a vibrant mix of influential AgriFoodTech entrepreneurs, investors, but also scientists, artists, and chefs from around the world, to discuss the future of food.   Kick-Off Side Event: Mingle & Matchmaking & FoodT ..read more

After highlighting the top European hubs in Part 1 of Zooming in on European Startups in the FoodTech 500, our attention now turns to the up-and-coming European ecosystems featured in the FoodTech500. Now in its fifth edition, the FoodTech 500 has gathered more than 1500+ applications from AgriFoodTech Startups & Scaleups globally in 2023, receiving applications from 77 countries, with 57 countries represented in the final FoodTech 2023 list. Among the finalists are 255 companies from Europe that made this year’s list. European startups represent more than 50% of the total finalists in the ..read more

In the countryside, a powerful revolution is underway. It embraces nature’s wisdom and forges a path away from conventional farming practices. In recent years, regenerative agriculture has garnered attention as a nature-friendly approach to farming and Agtech is amplifying its positive impacts while helping it overcome key issues. At its core, regenerative agriculture strives to undo the damages of intensive farming, and rejuvenate and enhance farm ecosystems, while recognizing the interconnectedness of soil health, animals, and humans.  Multiple benefits from regenerative farming have l ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of food technology, innovations continue to emerge to address challenges related to food safety, preservation, and sustainability. A recent technical intervention for maintaining food quality and safety that is gaining traction is cold plasma. With its unique ability to combat harmful pathogens while extending the shelf life of food products, cold plasma is revolutionising the way we approach food processing and preservation. Plasma was discovered in 1928 and in recent years, cold plasma has piqued the interest of researchers across various domains and its appl ..read more

In the dynamic world of FoodTech innovation, the FoodTech 500 initiative by Forward Fooding stands tall as a beacon of recognition and celebration for the most groundbreaking AgriFoodTech companies globally.   Join us for the dynamic Global Unveiling of the Official 2023 FoodTech 500 on March 13th at the London FoodTech Hub, in partnership with Huckletree, as we celebrate the most groundbreaking AgriFoodTech companies shaping the future of food systems. Since its inception, the FoodTech 500 has been at the forefront of showcasing startups at the intersection of food, technology, and ..read more