Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.7.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # tribu The agrifood innovation network for Latin America ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://tribu.la/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [All Posts](https://tribu.la/posts/) - [South America Is Becoming a Global Center for Ag Innovation](https://tribu.la/south-america-is-becoming-a-global-center-for-ag-innovation/) - South America is becoming a global center for ag innovation, driven by growth in biologicals, AI, regenerative agriculture, and traceability across the region. - [Arado closes USD 12M Series A to streamline Brazil’s agribusiness supply chain](https://tribu.la/arado-closes-usd-12m-series-a-to-streamline-brazils-agribusiness-supply-chain/) - Arado, the Brazilian agribusiness marketplace, has raised USD 12 million in a Series A round led by Acre Venture Partners and featuring participation from Syngenta Group Ventures, Globo Ventures, and SP Ventures, among others. Arado, previously known as Clicampo, will use the funds to expand its markets and further develop its technology offerings for farmers - [Andes Completes $30M Series A to Permanently Remove Carbon Dioxide From The Air and Convert it Into Minerals](https://tribu.la/andes-completes-30m-series-a-to-permanently-remove-carbon-dioxide-from-the-air-and-convert-it-into-minerals/) - Andes, a pioneering climate tech startup, has achieved a significant milestone by securing an additional $15 million in funding, bringing its Series A round to an impressive total of $30 million. With a remarkable cumulative funding of $38 million from prominent investors such as Voyager VC, Yamaha Motor Ventures, Leaps by Bayer, Cavallo Ventures, KdT - [Big Idea Ventures Announces First Close of New Protein Fund II, Strengthening Commitment to Alternative Protein Innovation](https://tribu.la/big-idea-ventures-announces-first-close-of-new-protein-fund-ii-strengthening-commitment-to-alternative-protein-innovation/) - Big Idea Ventures, a prominent player in the food-tech investment landscape, has achieved a significant milestone with the first close of its New Protein Fund II (NPF II), building upon the success of its initial fund, New Protein Fund I (NPF I). This strategic move underscores the company's dedication to supporting emerging alternative protein and - [FLORA Ventures Launches $80M Fund to Drive Innovation in AgriFood Industry](https://tribu.la/flora-ventures-launches-80m-fund-to-drive-innovation-in-agrifood-industry/) - FLORA Ventures, the largest Israeli-based AgriFood venture capital firm, has announced the successful closing of its $50M first round, making it the largest Israeli new VC fund of 2023 across all tech investment sectors, according to IVC data. The fund focuses on investing in early-stage startups from two leading AgriFood ecosystems, Israel and Europe, that - [Supply Change Capital Closes Debut $40M Fund to Invest in the Future of Food](https://tribu.la/supply-change-capital-closes-debut-40m-fund-to-invest-in-the-future-of-food/) - Supply Change Capital, a pioneering venture capital firm focused on the future of food, has announced the successful close of its inaugural $40M Fund. As one of the largest Latina-led US-based funds in the industry, the firm has already invested over $13 million in 15 early-stage food and agriculture technology companies since June 2021. The - [Joyful Ventures Launches $25 Million Sustainable Protein Fund to Drive Innovation in Animal Protein Industry](https://tribu.la/joyful-ventures-launches-25-million-sustainable-protein-fund-to-drive-innovation-in-animal-protein-industry/) - Joyful Ventures, a newly established venture capital firm, has recently announced the successful closure of $23 million for its $25 million sustainable protein fund. The significant approval from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) last week for cell-cultivated meat for American consumers has ignited momentum within the sustainable protein industry. Leveraging this momentum, Joyful - [Refrigerated Transportation Market Trends and Insights for Agrifood Startups](https://tribu.la/refrigerated-transportation-market-trends-and-insights-for-agrifood-startups/) - The refrigerated transportation market is poised for substantial growth in the coming years, with a projected increase of USD 34,683.44 million between 2022 and 2027, resulting in a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.46%. These insights are drawn from Technavio's comprehensive market research report, which delves into key trends, drivers, challenges, and vendor analysis - [Omnivore's Third Fund Secures $150 Million in Initial Funding](https://tribu.la/omnivores-third-fund-secures-150-million-in-initial-funding/) - Leading impact venture capital firm Omnivore has recently announced a significant milestone with the successful first close of its third fund, securing an impressive $150 million in initial funding. The pioneering firm has attracted a diverse range of first close investors, including renowned organizations such as KfW, the Self Reliant India (SRI) Fund, FMO, SIFEM, - [Global AI in Food and Beverages Market Expected to Grow 46.6% CAGR](https://tribu.la/global-ai-in-food-and-beverages-market-expected-to-grow-46-6-cagr/) - In the wake of technological advancements sweeping across industries, the agrifood sector stands at the threshold of a transformative era, largely propelled by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This epoch-making integration has wielded tangible improvements in crucial aspects such as food waste management, deliveries, and food safety. The synergistic blend of cutting-edge AI and - [Express Delivery Market in Brazil Set to Grow Amidst Challenges and Opportunities](https://tribu.la/express-delivery-market-in-brazil-set-to-grow-amidst-challenges-and-opportunities/) - The express delivery market in Brazil is poised for significant growth over the next few years, with an expected increase of USD 1.70 billion from 2021 to 2026, driven by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.32%, according to a recent report by Technavio. The rising competition in the market has led vendors to - [The Rapid Growth of the Global Insect Protein Market and its LatAm Startups](https://tribu.la/the-rapid-growth-of-the-global-insect-protein-market-and-its-latam-startups/) - Login or Sign-up to tribu and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Use tribu's social network and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). The world of nutrition is undergoing a profound - [Wynshop Expands R&D Operations into Colombia to Enhance Digital Grocery Solutions in LatAm](https://tribu.la/wynshop-expands-rd-operations-into-colombia-to-enhance-digital-grocery-solutions-in-latam/) - Wynshop, a prominent player in the realm of digital commerce and fulfillment solutions for local store-based retailers, has recently announced a significant expansion of its research and development operations into Colombia. This strategic move is poised to catalyze improved online shopping experiences for Spanish-speaking shoppers in both the United States and Latin America. With a - [A Complex Relationship Between Gen Z and Food](https://tribu.la/a-complex-relationship-between-gen-z-and-food/) - Recent research conducted by Ketchum in the US, a global communications consultancy, sheds light on the intricate dynamics between Generation Z (Gen Z) and their relationship with food. While Gen Z has often been lauded as the "foodie generation," Ketchum's findings suggest a more nuanced and potentially troubling aspect of this food-focused demographic. The research - [Botanical Solution, Inc. Secures Additional $7 Million, Totaling Over $13 Million in Series A Funding](https://tribu.la/botanical-solution-inc-secures-additional-7-million-totaling-over-13-million-in-series-a-funding/) - Login or Sign-up to tribu and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Use tribu's social network and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI), a company specializing in - [Fotortec Collaborates with A Better Future and Xylo Sweden to Introduce Innovative Food Waste Upcycling Technology to the Nordics](https://tribu.la/fotortec-collaborates-with-a-better-future-and-xylo-sweden-to-introduce-innovative-food-waste-upcycling-technology-to-the-nordics/) - Login or Sign-up to tribu and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Use tribu's social network and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Chile-based Fotortec, in partnership with A Better Future - [Life Sciences Review: Top 10 Biotech Companies in Latin America](https://tribu.la/life-sciences-review-top-10-biotech-companies-in-latin-america/) - Login or Sign-up to tribu and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Use tribu's social network and see below to connect, follow and contact the ecosystem innovators featured in this post (marked with a ●). Life Sciences Review aims to support organizations in - [Meet ChatNFX](https://tribu.la/meet-chatnfx/) - NFX is a venture capital firm that focuses on pre-seed and-stage companies. They not only provide capital but offer valuable resources and tools to help founders build successful companies NFX has been actively publishing content and developing products for the startup ecosystem for the past several years. Their resources include the NFX Founder Toolkit which - [The Impact of Disasters on Agriculture: A $3.8 Trillion Global Loss](https://tribu.la/the-impact-of-disasters-on-agriculture-a-3-8-trillion-global-loss/) - In a sobering report released today by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), it has been revealed that over the past three decades, the world has lost an estimated $3.8 trillion in crops and livestock production due to disaster events. These losses amount to an average of $123 billion per year, - [Ceres Report Reveals Emission Reduction Key Strategies for Tech Startups and Investors in the Food Industry](https://tribu.la/ceres-report-reveals-emission-reduction-key-strategies-for-tech-startups-and-investors-in-the-food-industry/) - As we approach the end of the decade, food companies are gearing up to meet emissions reduction deadlines, prompting a critical need for strategic investments in sustainable technology. A recent report published by Ceres, a sustainability nonprofit, sheds light on the pivotal role of technology in significantly decreasing emissions within the next few years. Ceres' - [McKinsey's Call for Sustainable Solutions to the Global Land Crunch](https://tribu.la/mckinseys-call-for-sustainable-solutions-to-the-global-land-crunch/) - A recent report by McKinsey has sounded the alarm on the imminent need for an additional 70 to 80 million hectares of cropland within the next seven years to meet the surging demand for food, feed, fuel, and natural capital worldwide. To put this into perspective, it's equivalent to the total cropland of Brazil or - [EIT Food Expands Food Accelerator Network to Brazil](https://tribu.la/eit-food-expands-food-accelerator-network-to-brazil/) - EIT Food has unveiled a significant stride in its mission to foster innovation within the agrifood-tech landscape. The announcement comes as EIT Food extends its Food Accelerator Network (FAN) to Brazil, marking its first foray beyond the European Union and Horizon Europe associated states. The EIT Food Accelerator Network serves as a pivotal platform, offering - [FAO Releases 2023 Statistical Yearbook](https://tribu.la/fao-releases-2023-statistical-yearbook/) - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has unveiled its annual Statistical Yearbook, presenting a comprehensive analysis of worldwide agrifood systems and for the first time, shining a light on the repercussions of disasters on agriculture and the cost and accessibility of a nutritious diet. This publication is a culmination of data - [Deep Agro closes $2M round for AI-based Agtech expansion to Brazil and the US](https://tribu.la/deep-agro-closes-2m-round-for-ai-based-agtech-expansion-to-brazil-and-the-us/) - Argentinian artificial intelligence company, Deep Agro, has secured a $2 million investment in a funding round led by Draco Capital, with the participation of Grupo Dacas, BYX Ventures, Innventure, and Pampa Start. The startup, founded by five friends including CEO Juan Manuel Baruffaldi and CTO Juan Ignacio Cavalieri, originated from a computer science thesis at - [Givaudan and UC Berkeley's Study Unveils Key Strategies for Enhanced Efficiency in Alternative Protein](https://tribu.la/givaudan-and-uc-berkeleys-study-unveils-key-strategies-for-enhanced-efficiency-in-alternative-protein/) - Givaudan, a global leader in flavor and fragrance creation, and the University of California Berkeley, have released their fifth annual collaborative research, unveiling transformative insights to boost efficiency in alternative protein production. The latest white paper, titled '10 Alternative Protein Pathways: Opportunities for Greater Efficiency,' presents a comprehensive overview of challenges and opportunities, offering practical - [Deloitte Predicts Robust Growth in Agricultural IoT](https://tribu.la/deloitte-predicts-robust-growth-in-agricultural-iot/) - The recently released TMT Predictions 2024 by the Deloitte Center for Technology, Media & Telecommunications provides insights into the notable expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT) within the agricultural sector, specifically targeting precision crop farming, livestock management, and agricultural equipment tracking, as reported by iGrow News. The forecast indicates a substantial increase from 200 - [Chilean Competition Court Approves Commitments to Boost Competition in Food Delivery Platforms](https://tribu.la/chilean-competition-court-approves-commitments-to-boost-competition-in-food-delivery-platforms/) - In a significant development for the digital restaurant platform industry in Chile, the Chilean Competition Court (TDLC) has given the green light to commitments made by food delivery giants Uber Eats, PedidosYa, and Rappi. The agreements, reached in collaboration with the National Economic Prosecutor's Office (FNE), address concerns raised during an investigation into the prevalence - [Sadot Group Inc. Expands Global Operations with Launch of Sadot Brazil](https://tribu.la/sadot-group-inc-expands-global-operations-with-launch-of-sadot-brazil/) - Sadot Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SDOT), a leading global agricultural-commodity supply chain company, has officially executed an agreement with Flavio de Campos and Paulo de Sa, two experienced professionals in the field, to initiate operations and management of Sadot Brasil Ltda., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sadot LLC. The newly established Sadot Brasil Ltda. is set to focus - [Agrotoken Secures $12.5 Million in Pre-Series A Funding Round](https://tribu.la/agrotoken-secures-12-5-million-in-pre-series-a-funding-round/) - Agrotoken has announced the successful closure of its Pre-Series A funding round, raising a significant sum of US$12.5 million. Notably, the company has welcomed Bunge Ventures as a new investor, marking a strategic collaboration between Agrotoken and Bunge, a global leader in agriculture, food, and ingredients. Bunge Ventures, the investment arm of Bunge, brings valuable - [Victory for NotCo: Court Upholds Appeal in Trademark Battle Against Dairy Union in Chile](https://tribu.la/victory-for-notco-court-upholds-appeal-in-trademark-battle-against-dairy-union-in-chile/) - The Not Company recently received some encouraging news. The Court of Appeals of Valdivia, Chile resolved to uphold their appeal against the first-instance ruling of the First Civil Court of that city, which had favored the unfair competition lawsuit filed by the Association of Milk Producers of the Los Ríos Region (Aproval). In a unanimous - [Traive Secures $20 Million, Led by Banco do Brasil](https://tribu.la/traive-secures-20-million-led-by-banco-do-brasil/) - Banco do Brasil led the investment of USD 20 million in Traive, a company specializing in AI-driven risk analysis solutions tailored for the agricultural sector, through the BB Impacto ASG I Fund managed by Vox Capital. The infusion of funds from Banco do Brasil underscores a commitment to advancing technological frontiers in the agricultural domain. - [Peruvian startup Price Lab closes USD 360K pre-seed round](https://tribu.la/peruvian-startup-price-lab-closes-usd-360k-pre-seed-round/) - Price Lab, a Peruvian technology startup for retail, has successfully raised $360,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by iThink VC. Venture capital firm Venture Do and various business angels also participated in the funding round. This investment injection will fuel the company's expansion into the vibrant retail market of Latin America. Headquartered in Lima, - [Report Urges Immediate Action to Address Critical Issues in Global Food System that could bring $10 Trillion in benefits](https://tribu.la/report-urges-immediate-action-to-address-critical-issues-in-global-food-system-that-could-bring-10-trillion-in-benefits/) - A report released by the Food System Economics Commission (FSEC) has underscored the urgent need for substantial reforms in the global food system. The comprehensive assessment, conducted over four years, highlights the significant economic, health, and environmental costs associated with current practices in food production, marketing, and consumption. According to the report, the current food - [Sigma Alimentos and Chunk Foods Forge Partnership to Bring Plant-Based Whole Cuts to LatAm](https://tribu.la/sigma-alimentos-and-chunk-foods-forge-partnership-to-bring-plant-based-whole-cuts-to-latam/) - Better Balance, a division of Mexico's Sigma Alimentos, a prominent player in the meat and dairy industry, is venturing into the plant-based arena through collaboration with New York-based startup Chunk Foods, known for its innovative approach to plant-based whole cuts. This partnership follows Chunk Foods' successful $7.5 million seed extension funding round led by Cheyenne - [Costa Rica's ClearLeaf announces successful trial in rice pathogen control](https://tribu.la/costa-ricas-clearleaf-announces-successful-trial-in-rice-pathogen-control/) - ClearLeaf, a Costa Rican agricultural company specializing in developing non-toxic solutions for crop protection, has announced significant success with its product, GotaBlanca 500, in combatting various pathogens affecting rice production. In a recent commercial trial spanning 7 hectares (17 acres) on a major Panamanian farm, GotaBlanca 500 demonstrated remarkable efficacy in controlling both bacterial and - [ProducePay secures USD 38M in Series D funding](https://tribu.la/producepay-secures-usd-38m-in-series-d-funding/) - ProducePay, headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, has successfully concluded its Series D funding round, raising a notable $38 million. Leading the investment was Syngenta Group Ventures, joined by new investor CF Private Equity, alongside existing backers G2 Venture Partners, Anterra Capital, Astanor Ventures, Endeavor8, Avenue Venture Opportunities, Avenue Sustainable Solutions, and Red Bear Angels. This - [Report: Holistic packaging optimization can reduce packaging costs by up to 30%](https://tribu.la/report-holistic-packaging-optimization-can-reduce-packaging-costs-by-up-to-30/) - In response to the evolving challenges facing the food and beverage (F&B) industry, Strategy&, part of the PwC Network, has released a comprehensive report titled "Mastering food and beverage packaging: How to achieve financial and sustainability goals through holistic packaging optimization." This report provides a thorough examination of the pressing need for reevaluating packaging strategies - [Chile's PhageLab secures USD 11 M funding to combat antibiotic resistance in the livestock industry](https://tribu.la/chiles-phagelab-secures-usd-11-m-funding-to-combat-antibiotic-resistance-in-the-livestock-industry/) - PhageLab, a leading biotechnology company dedicated to developing bacteriophage-based applications to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the livestock industry, has announced the successful closure of an $11 million funding round. This significant investment, led by Nazca, Collaborative Fund, Water Lemon Ventures, and individual investor Kevin Efrusy, underscores a pivotal moment in the fight against antibiotic resistance - [Seviora to Invest in Agri-Food Companies in Asia Pacific With New $173 Million Fund](https://tribu.la/seviora-to-invest-in-agri-food-companies-in-asia-pacific-with-new-173-million-fund/) - Seviora Holdings and Temasek partner to invest in high-growth Agri-Food companies in APAC, focusing on sustainability and innovation. - [Frubana Exits Colombia and Mexico to Focus on Brazil](https://tribu.la/frubana-exits-colombia-and-mexico-to-focus-on-brazil/) - Frubana exits Colombia and Mexico amid economic challenges, focusing resources on Brazil, its main revenue source, for strategic stability. - [Bem Agro Closes R$10.2 Million Round Led by CNH](https://tribu.la/bem-agro-closes-r10-2-million-round-led-by-cnh/) - Bem Agro, a Brazilian agtech, raised R$10.2 million in an investment round led by CNH, focusing on AI-driven agricultural solutions. - [Cellva Ingredients Raises R$6.5 Million for Cultivated Pork Fat Development](https://tribu.la/cellva-ingredients-raises-r6-5-million-for-cultivated-pork-fat-development/) - Cellva Ingredients raised R$6.5 million to develop cultivated pork fat, targeting product launch by 2025 pending regulatory approval. - [Quantum Computing: A Game-Changer in Smart Agriculture](https://tribu.la/quantum-computing-a-game-changer-in-smart-agriculture/) - A recent study sheds light on a novel approach to agriculture management: integrating concepts from the fourth industrial revolution, particularly quantum computing. Traditionally, agriculture has grappled with challenges such as resource allocation, environmental monitoring, and decision-making for optimal crop production. However, the emergence of quantum computing presents a promising solution to revolutionize smart agriculture practices. - [Cibus Capital Raises $645 Million for Sustainable Food Investment Funds](https://tribu.la/cibus-capital-raises-645-million-for-sustainable-food-investment-funds/) - Cibus Capital LLP, a leading investment advisory firm specializing in sustainable food and agriculture, has announced the successful closure of two significant investment funds. The firm has secured over USD 510 million in commitments for its second mid-market private equity fund, Cibus Fund II (CF II), and over USD 135 million in commitments for its - [FAO: Climate Change Disproportionately Affects Women in Rural Households in Poor Countries](https://tribu.la/fao-climate-change-disproportionately-affects-women-in-rural-households-in-poor-countries/) - In a recent report released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, stark disparities in the impact of climate change on rural households have been highlighted, particularly concerning women's livelihoods. Titled "The Unjust Climate," the report sheds light on the challenges faced by women who run farms and rural households in - [Peru's MegaBite and NY's Hungry House Merge to Form BiteLabs](https://tribu.la/perus-megabite-and-nys-hungry-house-merge-to-form-bitelabs/) - In a move set to reshape the landscape of fast casual dining, Peru's MegaBite and New York-based Hungry House have announced their merger, giving birth to BiteLabs, a formidable entity set to revolutionize the culinary scene. The merger brings together two distinct yet complementary forces, creating a multi-brand platform spanning across three countries: the USA, - [Peruvian Company Gloria Expands Presence in Ecuador's Food Industry](https://tribu.la/peruvian-company-gloria-expands-presence-in-ecuadors-food-industry/) - In a strategic move to strengthen its foothold in Ecuador's market, Peruvian company Gloria, through its food division Gloria Foods, has announced the acquisition of dairy and juice businesses in Ecuador. This acquisition, which encompasses 100% ownership of Ecuajugos S.A., was finalized through a share purchase agreement with Nestlé S.A. and Societé des Produits Nestlé - [AgFunder Report: Agrifood-tech Investment Plummets to Six-Year Low Amidst Changing Landscape](https://tribu.la/agfunder-report-agrifood-tech-investment-plummets-to-six-year-low-amidst-changing-landscape/) - The landscape of agrifoodtech investment has experienced a seismic shift, with funding hitting its lowest point in six years, according to the latest report by AgFunder. The Global AgriFoodTech Investment 2024 report reveals a staggering decline of nearly 50% from 2022 to 2023, marking a significant departure from the bullish trends witnessed in previous years. - [Bezos Earth Fund Announces $60 Million Initiative to Establish Centers for Sustainable Protein](https://tribu.la/bezos-earth-fund-announces-60-million-initiative-to-establish-centers-for-sustainable-protein/) - In a move aimed at addressing one of the key challenges of our time, Lauren Sánchez, Vice Chair of the Bezos Earth Fund, has unveiled plans for a significant investment in sustainable protein production. The initiative, totaling $60 million, marks a pivotal step in the Bezos Earth Fund's broader commitment of $1 billion towards revolutionizing - [Marco Secures $12 Million Series A Funding to Revolutionize Trade Finance for Latin American SMEs](https://tribu.la/marco-secures-12-million-series-a-funding-to-revolutionize-trade-finance-for-latin-american-smes/) - Miami & Montevideo based trade finance platform Marco has announced the successful closure of a $12 million Series A funding round, led by IDC Ventures. The financing round saw participation from a consortium of other investors, including IDB Lab, Barn Invest, SquareOne Capital, Arcadia Funds, Florida Funders, Miami Angels, Kayyak Ventures, and Neer Ventures. Established - [Kigüi and Nestlé México Sign Deal to Combat Food Waste](https://tribu.la/kigui-and-nestle-mexico-sign-deal-to-combat-food-waste/) - Kigüi, a startup dedicated to combating food waste, has recently entered into a partnership with Nestlé México through its innovation ecosystem "All In." This collaboration aims to promote the purchase of products for immediate consumption, as part of the shared goal to address the challenge of food wastage due to expiration dates in supermarkets and - [Interview With Laurens Klerkx, Professor of Agrifood Innovation at Universidad de Talca](https://tribu.la/interview-with-laurens-klerkx-professor-of-agrifood-innovation-at-universidad-de-talca/) - Meet Laurens Klerkx, Professor of Agrifood Innovation and Transition at Universidad de Talca, whose journey from Wageningen University in the Netherlands to Chile is marked by a profound exploration of innovation in agriculture and food systems. With a recent publication co-authored with Pablo Villalobos, Laurens sheds light on the pivotal role of AgriFoodTech start-ups in - [Chile's WiseConn and CropX Partner to Enhance Precision Irrigation for Farmers Worldwide](https://tribu.la/chiles-wiseconn-and-cropx-partner-to-enhance-precision-irrigation-for-farmers-worldwide/) - WiseConn, a global leader in precision drip irrigation systems, and CropX Technologies, a prominent provider of digital farm management solutions, have anounced an API integration between their products. This collaboration aims to revolutionize data gathering and analytics for farmers on a global scale. WiseConn users will now have seamless access to incorporate the CropX system - [Givaudan and FoodHack launch the FoodTech World Cup](https://tribu.la/givaudan-and-foodhack-launch-the-foodtech-world-cup/) - Givaudan and FoodHack are joining forces to host the FoodTech World Cup - A global tournament to uncover the industry’s most talented entrepreneurs. Applications are now open until 11th April, 2024. Our food system is broken. As the climate crisis takes hold, the race is on to find new ways to feed growing populations sustainably - [US Senate Acts to Block Paraguayan Beef Imports](https://tribu.la/us-senate-acts-to-block-paraguayan-beef-imports/) - The United States Senate has moved decisively to prevent the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay, citing concerns over safety and compliance with agricultural standards. This development carries significant implications for Latin America's beef industry and trade relations. The US Department of Agriculture's decision last November to permit Paraguayan beef imports under strict conditions was - [Cromai, B4 Waste & PhageLab Wins South Summit Brazil 2024 Startup Competition](https://tribu.la/cromai-b4-waste-phagelab-wins-south-summit-brazil-2024-startup-competition/) - In a gathering that celebrated innovation and entrepreneurship, Cromai, a Brazilian agtech startup, stood out as the ultimate victor at the South Summit Brazil 2024 startup competition. The event, which unfolded in Porto Alegre over the course of the past week, culminated in Cromai's recognition as the primary highlight, with CEO and co-founder Guilherme Castro - [Ainwater and Cuencas Sustentables Win IDB Lab's Water Challenge](https://tribu.la/ainwater-and-cuencas-sustentables-win-idb-labs-water-challenge/) - The AquaCerta Challenge, aimed at fortifying water systems and fostering innovation in the Latin America and Caribbean region, has successfully concluded its latest round, with 31 proposals received through IDB Lab. The two winning proposals stood out for their innovations in improving energy efficiency, reducing water losses, and integrating advanced digital technologies for water management: - [Tackling Food Insecurity in LatAm: Leaders Convene at FAO Regional Conference in Guyana](https://tribu.la/tackling-food-insecurity-in-latam-leaders-convene-at-fao-regional-conference-in-guyana/) - In a gathering marked by sober reflections and urgent calls for action, the Ministerial Segment of the 38th Session of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean commenced in Guyana. The event brought together leaders and stakeholders from across the region to address pressing challenges confronting food security, - [Uruguay Adopts New Regulations for Gene-Edited Crop Approval Process](https://tribu.la/uruguay-adopts-new-regulations-for-gene-edited-crop-approval-process/) - In a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing agricultural, aquacultural, and forestry production, the Ministries of Environment and Livestock, Agriculture, and Fisheries in Uruguay have embarked on a joint venture to analyze New Genetic Improvement Techniques applicable to various products and organisms within these sectors and their derivatives. The unveiling of a new decree outlining the - [Agrifood Sector Urged to Take Urgent Action on Climate Crisis](https://tribu.la/agrifood-sector-urged-to-take-urgent-action-on-climate-crisis/) - A consortium of leading organizations in sustainability and business has issued a clarion call to the agrifood sector, stressing the pivotal role it must play in combating climate change. The Food and Land Use Coalition, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, and the We Mean Business Coalition jointly released a series of reports emphasizing - [Brazil's Agrotools Enters Ecuador and Peru with Banco Pichincha](https://tribu.la/brazils-agrotools-enters-ecuador-and-peru-with-banco-pichincha/) - Agrotools, a Brazilian agtech company approaching its 18th anniversary, is strategically expanding its international footprint after partnering with Pichincha, a leading Ecuadorian bank. Pichincha is strong in agricultural finance, and is also present in Peru. Having cultivated a client base across Paraguay, Argentina, Australia, and Colombia, Agrotools is now directing its attention towards penetrating North - [Aqua Capital Raises $450M; Will Invest Across Americas](https://tribu.la/aqua-capital-closes-fund-iii-at-450-million/) - Aqua Capital, a private equity firm specializing in sustainable and innovative companies within the Ag and Food sectors, has announced the successful final closing of its Ag & Food PE Fund III (“Fund III”) with a total of $450 million of committed capital. This achievement surpasses its original target of $400 million. Fund III will - [PecSmart Secures Funding on EqSeed](https://tribu.la/pecsmart-secures-funding-on-eqseed/) - Brazilian agtech startup, PecSmart, successfully completed a recent funding round of approximately USD 165,000 (or R$835,000) on the EqSeed platform. Utilizing IoT and artificial intelligence, PecSmart specializes in real-time data extraction and monitoring, offering cutting-edge solutions that address critical challenges within the industry. With this latest investment, PecSmart is poised to further enhance its sales - [LAC Flavors 2024 Meeting of Latin American and Caribbean Food and Beverage Sector to Focus on Amazon Economic Opportunities](https://tribu.la/lac-flavors-2024-meeting-of-latin-american-and-caribbean-food-and-beverage-sector-to-focus-on-amazon-economic-opportunities/) - The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has announced the forthcoming LAC Flavors event, scheduled to take place on June 5 and 6, 2024, in Manaus, Brazil. As the primary business forum for the food and beverage industry in Latin America and the Caribbean, LAC Flavors serves as an essential platform for promoting trade and business opportunities - [Ironic Biotech, Led by Peruvian Scientist, Secures €1 Million to Fight Iron Deficiency and Anemia](https://tribu.la/ironic-biotech-led-by-peruvian-scientist-secures-e1-million-to-fight-iron-deficiency-and-anemia/) - Iron deficiency affects up to 25% of the global population, predominantly women, leading to a myriad of health issues including severe exhaustion, fatigue, heart palpitations, and anemia. Addressing this widespread problem, Ironic Biotech, a Swedish biotech startup led by a Peruvian scientist Dr. Nélida Leiva Eriksson, has announced the successful closure of a pre-seed funding - [Brazilian Private Equity Firm 3G Capital Exits Kraft Heinz](https://tribu.la/brazilian-private-equity-firm-3g-capital-exits-kraft-heinz/) - Brazilian private equity firm 3G Capital has quietly parted ways with its 16.1% stake in the company, as reported by CNBC. This move comes nearly nine years after 3G orchestrated the groundbreaking merger between Kraft Foods and Heinz alongside Warren Buffett. The firm's influence over Kraft Heinz had been waning in recent years, with its - [New Report by AgFunder & ISF Advisors Highlights Investment Opportunities in Climate Adaptation for Smallholder Farmers](https://tribu.la/new-report-by-agfunder-isf-advisors-highlights-investment-opportunities-in-climate-adaptation-for-smallholder-farmers/) - AgFunder and ISF Advisors, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, have released a new report titled "Climate Capital: Financing Adaptation Pathways for Smallholder Farmers." This study sheds light on the pressing need for private investment in climate adaptation within the agriculture sectors of emerging markets, with a particular emphasis on the critical role - [New Report: 14.8% of Aquatic Foods Lost or Wasted](https://tribu.la/new-report-14-8-of-aquatic-foods-lost-or-wasted/) - Aquatic foods are integral to global food and nutrition security, yet the challenges of loss and waste within their value chains are significant. A newly released report sheds light on this pressing issue, indicating that in 2021 alone, approximately 23.8 million tonnes of aquatic foods were lost or wasted, amounting to 14.8% of global production. - [Ecuador & Uruguay to Combat Pollution and Toxic Impacts of Agriculture](https://tribu.la/ecuador-uruguay-to-combat-pollution-and-toxic-impacts-of-agriculture/) - In a concerted effort to tackle the pervasive issue of agricultural pollution, the governments of Ecuador, India, Kenya, Laos, Philippines, Uruguay, and Vietnam have joined hands to launch a substantial US$379 million initiative. This initiative aims to address the environmental and health risks posed by the extensive use of pesticides and plastics in agriculture. Chemicals - [Argentina's Aipha-G Recognized at 4YFN Awards 2024 in Barcelona](https://tribu.la/argentinas-aipha-g-recognized-at-4yfn-awards-2024-in-barcelona/) - Aipha-G, a startup based in Córdoba, Argentina, has received international recognition at the 4YFN Awards 2024, marking a significant milestone in its journey within the fields of artificial intelligence and augmented reality. Supported by the Agency, Aipha-G aims to strengthen its presence in Argentina, particularly focusing on applications within the agro-industrial sector. Being selected as - [Brazil's goFlux Raises $6M in Series A Led by Capria Ventures](https://tribu.la/brazils-goflux-raises-6m-in-series-a-led-by-capria-ventures/) - Brazilian LogFintech goFlux, a prominent player in digitizing and financing agri-freight in Brazil, has secured a Series A funding round amounting to USD 6 million (approximately R$ 30 million). Led by Capria Ventures, a venture capital firm specializing in the Global South and investing in applied Generative AI, the round also saw continued backing from - [Ucrop.it and COFCO Partner to Enhance Agricultural Traceability and Sustainability](https://tribu.la/ucrop-it-and-cofco-partner-to-enhance-agricultural-traceability-and-sustainability/) - COFCO International Argentina, recognized as the largest trading company in Argentina and the surrounding region, has forged a strategic partnership with Ucrop.it, an Argentine platform specializing in crop tracing. This collaboration marks a step towards ensuring the traceability and sustainable sourcing of agricultural products in the global market. With its extensive global reach and longstanding - [Uruguay's Order-Eat Closes a $500K Financing Round](https://tribu.la/uruguays-order-eat-closes-a-500k-financing-round/) - Uruguayan startup Order-Eat has recently secured an investment of $500,000. The company, founded in 2019 by Matías Craviotto, Luis Pedro Carrero, and Juan Manuel Rodríguez, looks to revolutionize the management of school and college cafeterias, providing efficient solutions to longstanding challenges in the sector. This injection of capital marks a key milestone for Order-Eat, enabling - [Nestlé Experts Develop New Database to Better Identify More Climate-Resilient Coffee Plants](https://tribu.la/nestle-experts-develop-new-database-to-better-identify-more-climate-resilient-coffee-plants/) - In response to the existential threat posed by climate change to coffee cultivation, Nestlé's team of experts is pioneering innovative approaches to mitigate its impact on arabica coffee, the backbone of the industry. With a significant portion of the world's coffee production relying on arabica, which is particularly vulnerable to rising temperatures and diseases exacerbated - [Pula Raises $20 Million Series B to Expand Agricultural Insurance for Smallholder Farmers in Africa, Asia and Latin America](https://tribu.la/pula-raises-20-million-series-b-to-expand-agricultural-insurance-for-smallholder-farmers-in-africa-asia-and-latin-america/) - Pula, a Kenyan-based insurtech firm, has successfully raised $20 million in a Series B funding round led by BlueOrchard, through its InsuResilience strategy. This strategy aims to provide climate insurance to vulnerable populations in emerging markets. Other significant participants in this funding round include the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, - [WWF Launches Global Farm Loss Tool to Address On-Farm Food Waste](https://tribu.la/wwf-launches-global-farm-loss-tool-to-address-on-farm-food-waste/) - World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has introduced the Global Farm Loss Tool, an initiative aimed at assisting growers worldwide in measuring and reporting on-farm food loss. Developed by WWF and tested with members of the Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Food Waste Coalition and their associated growers, the tool offers a simplified and user-friendly approach to help - [Cotierra Secures Funding for Innovative Carbon Removal and AgTech Solutions](https://tribu.la/cotierra-secures-funding-for-innovative-carbon-removal-and-agtech-solutions/) - Cotierra, a Swiss-Colombian startup, announced in March their close of a USD 1 million funding round from environmental and climate-focused investors. The investment will drive Cotierra's efforts in decentralized biochar production, targeting carbon removal and emission reduction in Colombia's agricultural sector. Biochar, derived from biomass, offers a dual solution by sequestering carbon and enhancing soil - [A New $125 Million Venture Capital Fund Lunched by Leading Grocers](https://tribu.la/a-new-125-million-venture-capital-fund-lunched-by-leading-grocers/) - Five of the world’s foremost grocery retailers have joined hands to establish W23 Global, a collaborative venture capital (VC) fund aimed at driving innovation within the industry. The fund, with equal participation from each retailer, will focus on investing in startups and scale-ups leveraging technology to enhance customer experiences, optimize the grocery value chain, and - [GHT4 Acquires Livestock Monitoring Company Spacevis](https://tribu.la/ght4-acquires-livestock-monitoring-company-spacevis/) - GHT4, a multifamily office co-founded by Laércio Cosentino of Totvs, has acquired Spacevis (Cattlevis), an agtech specializing in smart livestock monitoring. The deal's specifics remain undisclosed, and the move aligns with GHT4's strategy of integrating proprietary solutions for data analysis and financial investment. Spacevis's smart tag, unveiled at ExpoLondrina, has already seen impressive uptake, with - [Six Startups Selected for Final Cycle of Sustainable Soy Program in the Cerrado](https://tribu.la/six-startups-selected-for-final-cycle-of-sustainable-soy-program-in-the-cerrado/) - Six startups have been selected to participate in the sixth and final cycle of the Sustainable Soy Program in the Cerrado (Brazil), a collaborative initiative between PwC Agtech Innovation, the Land Innovation Fund, and strategic partners including Cargill, CPQD, Embrapa, and Embrapii. The selected startups – Biotecland, BioUs, ByMyCell, Cyan, Reforest Latam, and Verde Novo - [Argentina's Moolec: First Molecular Farming Company to Achieve USDA Approval for Plant-Grown Animal Proteins](https://tribu.la/argentinas-moolec-first-molecular-farming-company-to-achieve-usda-approval-for-plant-grown-animal-proteins/) - Moolec (NASDAQ: MLEC), a leading Molecular Farming food-ingredient company founded in Argentina, has marked a significant milestone in biotechnology with the conclusion of the Regulatory Status Review (RSR) by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for its genetically engineered soybean, Piggy Sooy™. The USDA-APHIS RSR findings - [Study Evaluates EU's Approach to Sustainable Agricultural Trade with the Global South](https://tribu.la/evaluating-eus-approach-to-sustainable-agricultural-trade-with-the-global-south/) - In efforts to enhance sustainability in agricultural trade, the European Union (EU) is scrutinizing its commercial relationships with countries in the Global South. The focus is on the environmental impacts of importing essential crops like soy, palm oil, coffee, and cocoa. According to recent studies conducted by the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) and - [New Report Outlines Strategies to Reduce Climate Impact of Global Agrifood System](https://tribu.la/new-report-outlines-strategies-to-reduce-climate-impact-of-global-agrifood-system/) - A new comprehensive report by The World Bank, titled "Recipe for a Livable Planet," provides a detailed plan for mitigating the agricultural and food sector's significant contributions to global climate change. The report highlights the agrifood system as a major source of greenhouse gases, responsible for nearly one-third of global emissions, or approximately 16 gigatons - [Sustainability Investments Drive Revenue Growth and Cost Savings in the Food and Agriculture Sector](https://tribu.la/sustainability-investments-drive-revenue-growth-and-cost-savings-in-the-food-and-agriculture-sector/) - A collaborative study conducted by Deloitte and NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business (CSB) has revealed significant financial benefits from sustainability investments in the food and agriculture sector. The study engaged 350 senior executives across the United States, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Germany, offering a broad analysis of how sustainability strategies are being - [Understanding the Factors Influencing the Willingness of Small Farmers to Adopt a New Digital Platforms](https://tribu.la/understanding-the-factors-influencing-the-willingness-of-small-farmers-to-adopt-a-new-digital-platforms/) - In a study conducted in Italy, researchers have examined the factors influencing the adoption of digital platforms by small farmers to create sustainable and successful agricultural ecosystems. This research, grounded in the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), extends existing models by incorporating unique constructs such as Environmental Uncertainty and Network Prominence, - [Bluefront Launches New Seafood Fund with USD 50 Million](https://tribu.la/bluefront-launches-new-seafood-fund-with-usd-50-million/) - Bluefront Equity, a Norwegian seafood investment firm, has initiated its second investment fund, Bluefront Capital II, securing an initial USD 50 million. The fund focuses on enhancing sustainability in the seafood value chain, investing in technologies, products, and services that aim to improve fish welfare and ocean health. Cambridge Associates, a global investment firm managing - [Mexican Startup Crezes Secures USD 750K to Enhance Demographic Intelligence](https://tribu.la/mexican-startup-crezes-secures-usd-750k-to-enhance-demographic-intelligence/) - Mexican startup Crezes recently completed a pre-seed funding round, raising $750,000. The company, which specializes in demographic intelligence, provides detailed location-specific data that aids businesses in understanding the interplay between individuals and their environments. This new funding will enable Crezes to enhance its data-driven decision-making tools for businesses, especially in sectors such as real estate, - [Brazil's Smartbreeder Secures USD 3 Million Investment to Enhance Agricultural AI Technologies](https://tribu.la/brazils-smartbreeder-secures-usd-3-million-investment-to-enhance-agricultural-ai-technologies/) - Smartbreeder, a company utilizing generative artificial intelligence to enhance agricultural efficiency and sustainability, has received a $3 million investment from the EcoEnterprises Fund. This fund is known for backing enterprises that focus on environmental conservation, climate change adaptation, food security, and community development. Over the past two decades, EcoEnterprises Fund has invested in nearly 50 - [Consumer Interest in Novel Proteins: A McKinsey Study on Market Potential and Adoption](https://tribu.la/consumer-interest-in-novel-proteins-a-mckinsey-study-on-market-potential-and-adoption/) - A recent report by McKinsey & Company highlights the growing interest and investment in novel food ingredients, particularly those developed through biotechnology. The report, authored by Kimberly Stover, Kate Toews, and Roberto Uchoa, focuses on consumer attitudes towards these novel ingredients and their potential impact on the food industry. Over the past five years, $4 - [Peakbridge Closes Growth Fund II at USD 187 Million, Expanding Assets to Over $250 Million](https://tribu.la/peakbridge-closes-growth-fund-ii-at-usd-187-million-expanding-assets-to-over-250-million/) - Luxembourg-based venture capital firm Peakbridge has successfully closed its Peakbridge Growth Fund II at $187 million, as announced on May 15, 2024. This development raises the firm's total assets under management to over $250 million. Peakbridge, operating under the Edmond de Rothschild Private Equity partnership, focuses on advancing innovations in the agricultural and food technology - [Why these 9 Startups made the Final of the FoodTech World Cup](https://tribu.la/why-these-9-startups-made-the-final-of-the-foodtech-world-cup/) - Following 200+ applications from early-stage startups spanning 49 countries, the inaugural FoodTech World Cup, together with Givaudan and FoodHack, attracted exceptional talent and new approaches to tackle the greatest challenges facing our food system. 46 startups pitched live in regional Semi Finalists in front of 28 Jury members across 6 regions. Next these 9 startups will pitch - [Colombia's Celes Closes USD 3 Million Seed Round for AI-Driven Inventory Management Platform](https://tribu.la/colombias-celes-closes-usd-3-million-seed-round-for-ai-driven-inventory-management-platform/) - Celes, a Colombian startup specializing in AI-based inventory and promotions management for retailers, has successfully raised $3 million in seed funding. This financing round was led by Femsa Ventures, the venture capital arm of Mexican conglomerate Femsa, which operates in the beverage, retail, logistics, and distribution sectors across Latin America and Europe. The investment round - [Peruvian Veef Secures USD 280,000 in Initial Funding Round](https://tribu.la/peruvian-veef-secures-usd-280000-in-initial-funding-round/) - Peruvian Veef, a plant-based meat company, has successfully raised $280,000 in its first funding round, backed by U.S.-based funds Ahimsa Capital and Sustainable Food Ventures. The company, led by industrial engineers Karina Zegarra and Linda Obregon, specializes in plant-based foods and aims to expand its presence in retail and restaurant chains, with plans to enter - [Argentina's Sylvarum Among 8 Startups Selected for AgFunder’s GROW Impact Accelerator](https://tribu.la/argentinas-sylvarum-among-8-startups-selected-for-agfunders-grow-impact-accelerator/) - Sylvarum is a deep-tech startup founded by Guadalupe Murga in Argentina (now based in the US) that's specializing in plant electrostimulation technology to boost crop metabolism and improve yields. The company was selected with other 7 companies from around the world for GROW's new cohort. The AgFunder GROW Impact Accelerator has announced the eight startups - [Oobli and Grupo Bimbo Collaborate to Introduce Sweet Proteins in Baked Goods](https://tribu.la/oobli-and-grupo-bimbo-collaborate-to-introduce-sweet-proteins-in-baked-goods/) - Oobli, a prominent global sweet protein brand known for its healthy sugar alternatives, has entered into a formal agreement with Grupo Bimbo, the world's leading bakery. This partnership aims to integrate sweet proteins as a novel method for sweetening baked goods, marking the first time Grupo Bimbo will test sweet proteins in various core product - [Study Develops Eco-friendly Food Packaging Using Avocado Tree Residues](https://tribu.la/study-develops-eco-friendly-food-packaging-using-avocado-tree-residues/) - A recent study has successfully created a prototype for a more durable and biodegradable food packaging material by incorporating cellulose fibers derived from avocado tree branches and leaves. This innovation aims to address the significant environmental challenges posed by traditional plastic packaging, which has limited recyclability and a short lifespan. Plastic is widely used for - [Chile's AgroUrbana to Expand Vertical Farming Operations After Successful USD 6 Million Round](https://tribu.la/chiles-agrourbana-to-expand-vertical-farming-operations-after-successful-usd-6-million-round/) - AgroUrbana, a Chilean startup specializing in vertical farming, has successfully raised $6 million in a pre-Series B funding round. This round was led by ALB Inversiones, a family office managed by Anita and Loreto Briones, and included contributions from prominent investors such as Juan Andrés Camus, president of the Bolsa, Amarena, Maximiliano Ibáñez from Córpora, - [Lodo Announces Semifinalists for Agtech Startup Competition](https://tribu.la/lodo-announces-semifinalists-for-agtech-startup-competition/) - Lodo, in collaboration with SITEVINITECH, has announced the 12 semifinalists for its Agtech Startup Competition, which aims to boost technology-based agricultural startups from across Latin America. The competition offers young entrepreneurs a platform to elevate their innovative projects and gain international exposure. The winner of the competition will have the opportunity to travel to Bordeaux, - [Ocean 14 Capital Fund I Closes at €201 Million to Propel Sustainable Blue Economy](https://tribu.la/ocean-14-capital-fund-i-closes-at-e201-million-to-propel-sustainable-blue-economy/) - Ocean 14 Capital Fund I has closed at €201 million, advancing its mission to fund sustainable solutions aimed at improving ocean health. The fund, dedicated exclusively to the blue economy, seeks to leverage ocean resources for both economic growth and preservation. The recent closing, which occurred at the end of March, has attracted a diverse - [Animal Welfare Outranks Environmental Concerns for Meat & Dairy Consumers](https://tribu.la/animal-welfare-outranks-environmental-concerns-for-meat-dairy-consumers/) - A recent study reveals that animal welfare considerations significantly influence consumer choices in meat and dairy products, surpassing environmental sustainability concerns. While consumers acknowledge the importance of sustainability, other factors such as taste, quality, and animal welfare predominantly guide their purchasing decisions. The study, conducted across five European countries—Czechia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK—surveyed - [16 Start-Ups Leading the Charge for South American Agriculture Innovation at World Agri-Tech](https://tribu.la/16-start-ups-leading-the-charge-for-south-american-agriculture-innovation-at-world-agri-tech/) - The World Agri-Tech South America Summit in São Paulo on June 18-19 will showcase 16 home-grown and international early-stage agtech innovators solving the biggest pain points in South America’s agri-food system. From fungicides for tropical crops and inoculated seeds designed for extreme environments, to dMRV platforms de-risking nature investments, and AI-powered outbreak forecasting, discover the - [Starshot Capital Launches $35M Fund for Climate-Focused Startups](https://tribu.la/starshot-capital-launches-35m-fund-for-climate-focused-startups/) - Starshot Capital, a venture capital firm dedicated to supporting high-impact companies in underinvested climate sectors, has announced the launch of Starshot Fund I, a $35 million fund aimed at advancing decarbonization goals. The fund targets early-stage companies capable of eliminating a cumulative one gigaton of carbon emissions by 2050 while delivering competitive returns. Starshot focuses - [Soil Water Repellency and Food Security in a Changing Climate](https://tribu.la/soil-water-repellency-and-food-security-in-a-changing-climate/) - A recent study published in Geoderma by Payton Davis and Dara M. Park from Clemson University explores the significant impact of soil water repellency (SWR) on food security in the context of climate change. This systematic review and meta-analysis reveal how SWR, exacerbated by warmer temperatures and dry conditions, can profoundly affect soil health and - [Governments Can Play Key Role in Developing Resilient and Collaborative Food-Tech Innovation, According to WEF](https://tribu.la/governments-can-play-key-role-in-developing-resilient-and-collaborative-food-tech-innovation-according-to-wef/) - The World Economic Forum (WEF), in collaboration with the Israel Innovation Authority, C4IR Israel, and the Good Food Institute (GFI) Israel, has published a comprehensive white paper titled "Creating a Vibrant Food Innovation Ecosystem: How Israel Is Advancing Alternative Proteins Across Sectors." Released in May 2024, the report provides an in-depth analysis of Israel's strategic - [INTA Leads Development of Argentina's First Sustainable Production Pilot Site](https://tribu.la/inta-leads-development-of-argentinas-first-sustainable-production-pilot-site/) - The National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) is taking a prominent role in establishing Argentina's inaugural Sustainable Production Pilot Site. Located at the Manfredi Experimental Station in Córdoba province, this collaborative initiative brings together researchers, AgTech companies, and farmers to enhance the sector's competitiveness and sustainability. The project aims to increase the adoption of emerging - [Chef Digitales Shuts Down After Failing to Achieve Product-Market Fit](https://tribu.la/chef-digitales-shuts-down-after-failing-to-achieve-product-market-fit/) - Chef Digitales, a startup launched in 2021, has announced its closure due to an inability to achieve product-market fit. Founder Richard Barbera shared the news on LinkedIn, attributing the decision to the challenging market conditions and the startup's failure to align its product with market needs. The Uruguayan entrepreneur had secured investments from Digital Bank - [New Edition of Digital Agriculture Week in Costa Rica Launched by IICA](https://tribu.la/new-edition-of-digital-agriculture-week-in-costa-rica-launched-by-iica/) - The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) officially launched the third edition of Digital Agriculture Week (SAD in Spanish) during a webinar with participating partners. Scheduled for September, SAD will bring together key players from the agtech ecosystem across the Americas. The launch event also marked the beginning of the Pre-Digital Agriculture Week. Over - [e2p Closes Second Fund at $546 Million](https://tribu.la/e2p-closes-second-fund-at-546-million/) - Entrepreneurial Equity Partners (e2p), a private equity firm based in Chicago and specializing in the food, consumer, and packaging industries, has announced the successful closing of its second fund, Entrepreneurial Equity Partners II (e2p II or Fund II), securing $546 million in aggregate capital commitments. Fund II will continue e2p’s strategy of pursuing control-oriented investments - [CIMMYT Initiative Looks to Revolutionize Nitrogen Management and Reduce Fertilizer Dependence in Global South](https://tribu.la/cimmyt-initiative-looks-to-revolutionize-nitrogen-management-and-reduce-fertilizer-dependence-in-global-south/) - The Novo Nordisk Foundation has announced a grant of up to USD 21.1 million to the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) for an innovative project aimed at reducing the environmental impact of agriculture. This initiative, called CropSustaiN, seeks to develop new wheat varieties that lower agriculture's nitrogen footprint, potentially enhancing global food security - [Syngenta Group to Share Genome-Editing Technologies for Academic Research](https://tribu.la/syngenta-group-to-share-genome-editing-technologies-for-academic-research/) - Syngenta Group will grant access to genome-editing technologies for academic research, aiming to enhance agricultural innovation and sustainability through collaboration. - [New Potato Varieties Developed by CIP to Combat Anemia](https://tribu.la/new-potato-varieties-developed-by-cip-to-combat-anemia/) - Scientists at the International Potato Center developed Kallpa Yawri and Puka Yawri potatoes high in iron to combat anemia globally. - [16 Finalists Selected for Sustainability and Innovation Awards at ftalks](https://tribu.la/16-finalists-selected-for-sustainability-and-innovation-awards-at-ftalks/) - KMZERO's ftalks Startup Awards 2024 finalists include three Latin American startups, competing in Sustainability and Innovation categories. - [Carozzi Launches Corporate Venture Capital Division](https://tribu.la/carozzi-launches-corporate-venture-capital-division/) - Carozzi launches a CVC division led by Gerardo Zañartu to invest in early-stage tech firms, enhancing its innovation within the food industry. - [Grupo Bimbo Places Order for Harbinger Electric Trucks](https://tribu.la/grupo-bimbo-places-order-for-harbinger-electric-trucks/) - Bimbo Bakeries USA ordered electric trucks from Harbinger to reduce carbon emissions, supporting its Net-Zero goal by 2050. - [Hatch Blue to Invest in Aquaculture & Marine Biotech Startups With New $10 Million Fund](https://tribu.la/hatch-blue-to-invest-in-aquaculture-marine-biotech-startups-with-new-10-million-fund/) - Hatch Blue secured $10M for early-stage aquaculture, marine biotech, and blue carbon startups. The Crest program launches in July 2024. - [BRB Venture Capital Invests R$ 4.25 Million in Gado Certo](https://tribu.la/brb-venture-capital-invests-r-4-25-million-in-gado-certo/) - BRB Venture Capital and partners invested R$ 4.25 million in Gado Certo to accelerate its cattle trading marketplace and technological advancements. - [Emerald Technology Ventures Leads USD 7.5 Million Investment in Kilimo](https://tribu.la/emerald-technology-ventures-leads-usd-7-5-million-investment-in-kilimo/) - Emerald Technology Ventures leads a $7.5 million investment in Kilimo to enhance irrigation technology, partnering with corporations for water conservation goals. - [OXXO and GoodMeal Partner to Combat Food Waste](https://tribu.la/oxxo-and-goodmeal-partner-to-combat-food-waste/) - Starting June 2024, OXXO Chile and GoodMeal will offer discounted soon-to-expire food via GoodMeal’s platform, reducing waste and enhancing sustainability. - [Mercado Diferente Secures $1.6M in Pre-Series A Funding Round](https://tribu.la/mercado-diferente-secures-1-6m-in-pre-series-a-funding-round/) - Mercado Diferente, a Brazilian foodtech, raised $1.6M to expand its organic product line and enhance its infrastructure. - [Insect Protein Company ProNuvo Raises $2 Million from IFC for New Plant in Costa Rica](https://tribu.la/insect-protein-company-pronuvo-raises-2-million-from-ifc-for-new-plant-in-costa-rica/) - IFC invests $2 million in ProNuvo to build an insect-based animal feed plant, fostering circular economy and sustainability in Latin America. - [Mitsubishi Leads R$ 68 Million Investment in Gênica](https://tribu.la/mitsubishi-leads-r-68-million-investment-in-genica/) - Gênica, a bioinputs startup based in Piracicaba, raises R$ 68 million in Series C funding led by Mitsubishi Group and SP Ventures. - [McKinney Unveils 15th Annual Food and Beverage Trends Report](https://tribu.la/mckinney-unveils-15th-annual-food-and-beverage-trends-report/) - McKinney's 15th Annual Food and Beverage Trends Report explores "Vibe Whiplash," highlighting trends in Culture, Wellness, Technology, and Social Responsibility. - [Argentina's Tracestory Secures $300,000 Pre-Seed Investment from Xperiment VC](https://tribu.la/argentinas-tracestory-secures-300000-pre-seed-investment-from-xperiment-vc/) - Tracestory, backed by Xperiment VC, secures $300,000 pre-seed investment, aiming to enhance transparency in product sourcing and consumer trust. - [AgFunder Expands Portfolio with Management of Blue Horizon's Growth Fund](https://tribu.la/agfunder-expands-portfolio-with-management-of-blue-horizons-growth-fund/) - AgFunder has assumed management of Blue Horizon's growth fund, elevating AUM to $300 million. - [PepsiCo Sets 2030 Goals to Further Reduce Sodium and Incorporate Diverse Ingredients in Global Food Portfolio](https://tribu.la/pepsico-sets-2030-goals-to-further-reduce-sodium-and-incorporate-diverse-ingredients-in-global-food-portfolio/) - PepsiCo's 2023 ESG summary outlines new 2030 goals to reduce sodium and incorporate diverse ingredients in its food portfolio. - [Global Hunger on the Rise: FAO Director-General Stresses Political and Social Commitments for Food Security](https://tribu.la/global-hunger-on-the-rise-fao-director-general-stresses-political-and-social-commitments-for-food-security/) - Global hunger is rising, necessitating robust political and social commitments alongside economic measures for achieving food security, says FAO Director-General. - [A de Agro and Bart Digital Unite to Create Sette](https://tribu.la/a-de-agro-and-bart-digital-unite-to-create-sette/) - Sette, formed from A de Agro and Bart Digital merger, enhances creditor security with AI-driven agricultural finance solutions across Brazil. - [Tall Grass Ventures Closes Inaugural Fund, Securing $32 Million for Agri-Food Innovation](https://tribu.la/tall-grass-ventures-closes-inaugural-fund-securing-32-million-for-agri-food-innovation/) - Tall Grass Ventures closed its inaugural fund at $32 million CAD, surpassing targets with diverse investor support across agricultural sectors. - [IPES-Food Releases New Report Highlighting Localized Food Systems](https://tribu.la/ipes-food-releases-new-report-highlighting-localized-food-systems/) - IPES-Food report highlights the essential role of localized food systems in ensuring food security and calls for supportive policy shifts. - [Spain's Seaya Closes €300 Million Climate-Tech Fund](https://tribu.la/spains-seaya-closes-e300-million-climate-tech-fund/) - Seaya closes €300 million Andromeda fund, becoming Spain's largest VC investor, focusing on energy transition, decarbonization, and sustainable technology. - [Farmtech Secures $10 Million Investment to Expand Rural Digital Credit Access](https://tribu.la/farmtech-secures-10-million-investment-to-expand-rural-digital-credit-access/) - Farmtech secures $10 million investment from Bewater to expand digital rural credit access for Brazilian producers, enhancing operational scalability. - [Chile's ByBug Closes $1.4 Million Seed Round](https://tribu.la/chiles-bybug-closes-1-4-million-seed-round/) - ByBug secures $1.4M seed funding to expand biomanufacturing using insects, focusing on genetic editing and sustainable recombinant protein production. - [China and Brazil Launch Beef Traceability Pilot Program](https://tribu.la/china-and-brazil-launch-beef-traceability-pilot-program/) - China and Brazil have launched a pilot program to trace beef trade, enhancing supply chain transparency and combating counterfeit products. - [New OECD-FAO Report Projects Shifts in Global Agricultural Markets and Environmental Impact](https://tribu.la/new-oecd-fao-report-projects-shifts-in-global-agricultural-markets-and-environmental-impact/) - The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2024-2033 projects emerging economies will drive global agricultural markets, with significant environmental and trade impacts. - [BCG: A 50% Market Share by Alternative Proteins Could Equal Removing Half of Gas Cars](https://tribu.la/bcg-a-50-market-share-by-alternative-proteins-could-equal-removing-half-of-gas-cars/) - A recent report by BCG, GFI, and Synthesis Capital explores parallels between alternative proteins and electric vehicles in mitigating emissions. - [Nestlé Introduces a Plant-Based Meat Alternative in Chile](https://tribu.la/nestle-introduces-a-plant-based-meat-alternative-in-chile/) - Nestlé introduces Maggi Rindecarne, a soy-based meat alternative in Latin America. - [Argentina's EDRA Completes Funding Round and Prepares for Expansion](https://tribu.la/argentinas-edra-completes-funding-round-and-prepares-for-expansion/) - EDRA, an Argentine climate tech startup, completed its funding round and focuses on promoting large-scale regenerative agriculture through blockchain technology. - [FAO Report Warns of Climate Change Risks to Global Fisheries and Aquatic Food Systems](https://tribu.la/fao-report-warns-of-climate-change-risks-to-global-fisheries-and-aquatic-food-systems/) - A new FAO report projects significant declines in global fish biomass under high-emissions scenarios, urging mitigation efforts for sustainable fisheries management. - [Cromai Selected as the Sole Ag-Tech Startup in OpenRAN@Brasil Program](https://tribu.la/cromai-selected-as-the-sole-ag-tech-startup-in-openranbrasil-program/) - Cromai, the only ag-tech startup selected, will assess 5G's impact on its Cromai Sentinel for sugarcane impurity analysis. - [Development Bank of Japan Invests in Seviora Fund](https://tribu.la/development-bank-of-japan-invests-in-seviora-fund/) - The Development Bank of Japan has invested in Seviora T3F Feeder Fund LP, focusing on agriculture and food technology in APAC. - [Cultivation Capital Launches New AgTech Fund Amid Improving Market Conditions](https://tribu.la/cultivation-capital-launches-new-agtech-fund-amid-improving-market-conditions/) - Cultivation Capital has launched a $20 million AgTech fund amid improving market conditions for early-stage investments in the sector. - [Natural Ventures Secures $100 Million for Inaugural Fund Focused on Sustainable Food and Water Solutions](https://tribu.la/natural-ventures-secures-100-million-for-inaugural-fund-focused-on-sustainable-food-and-water-solutions/) - Natural Ventures has closed its first fund with $100 million, focusing on sustainable food and water solutions aligned with UN goals. - [Morfo Secures $4.5M Investment for Expansion of Reforestation Technologies](https://tribu.la/morfo-secures-4-5m-investment-for-expansion-of-reforestation-technologies/) - Morfo secures $4.5 million for reforestation technologies, expanding research and development with drones and artificial intelligence for ecological restoration. - [TheAgriBiz: YvY Capital in Talks With Solinftec for $54 Million Investment](https://tribu.la/theagribiz-yvy-capital-in-talks-with-solinftec-for-54-million-investment/) - Yvy Capital is in discussions to invest $54 million in Solinftec, aiming to advance agricultural technology and operations. - [UN Report Highlights Need for Unified Financing Approach to Tackle Hunger](https://tribu.la/un-report-highlights-need-for-unified-financing-approach-to-tackle-hunger/) - The 2024 SOFI report emphasizes the need for coordinated financing strategies to address global food security and nutrition challenges. - [Record-Low CPG Innovation Means More Opportunities for Startups](https://tribu.la/record-low-cpg-innovation-means-more-opportunities-for-startups/) - Global CPG innovation fell to 35% in early 2024, the lowest since 1996, presenting growth opportunities for startups. - [Peruvian Nutri Co Secures $2 Million Investment](https://tribu.la/peruvian-nutri-co-secures-2-million-investment/) - Nutri Co secured $2 million from Terraflos to enhance product innovation and expand into Argentina and Colombia by 2025. - [AgFunder Closes New Early-Stage Fund at $102 Million](https://tribu.la/agfunder-closes-new-early-stage-fund-at-102-million/) - AgFunder VC has closed its fourth fund at $102 million, surpassing its target amid a challenging economic environment. - [FAO Highlights South America's Progress in Reducing Hunger](https://tribu.la/fao-highlights-south-americas-progress-in-reducing-hunger/) - South America has reduced hunger to 6.2% of its population, thanks to effective social protection programs and rapid recovery. - [Brazilian Startup Meu Pescado Secures $420K Investment for Expansion](https://tribu.la/brazilian-startup-meu-pescado-secures-420k-investment-for-expansion/) - Meu Pescado has raised $420,000 to advance its aquaculture management technology and expand into new markets in Latin America. - [Camposol and India's Ninjacart Form Strategic Partnership for Blueberry Distribution](https://tribu.la/camposol-and-indias-ninjacart-form-strategic-partnership-for-blueberry-distribution/) - Camposol and Ninjacart have formed a partnership to distribute Peruvian blueberries across India, targeting 250-275 tons this season. - [Delivery Much Secures $700K Investment](https://tribu.la/delivery-much-secures-700-million-investment/) - Delivery Much receives R$4 million Media for Equity investment from Nexpon to expand its delivery app franchise in Santa Catarina. - [Leaf Agriculture Closes $11.3 Million Series A Round](https://tribu.la/leaf-agriculture-closes-11-3-million-series-a-round/) - Leaf has secured $11.3 million in Series A funding led by Spero Ventures to advance growth and product expansion. - [Bready Secures R$600,000 Investment to Expand Super Bread Production in Brazil](https://tribu.la/bready-secures-r600000-investment-to-expand-super-bread-production-in-brazil/) - Bready, a food technology company, completed its initial funding round, securing R$600,000 to expand its super bread operations in Brazil. - [IDGeo Closes R$5 Million Seed Funding to Enhance Agricultural Monitoring](https://tribu.la/idgeo-closes-r5-million-seed-funding-to-enhance-agricultural-monitoring/) - BB Ventures invests R$ 5 million in IDGeo to enhance agricultural monitoring using AI and satellite technology for precision analysis. - [Farmhand Ventures Publishes Research on Inclusive Innovation in Agriculture](https://tribu.la/farmhand-ventures-publishes-research-on-inclusive-innovation-in-agriculture/) - Farmhand Ventures' research paper emphasizes inclusive innovation in agriculture, involving diverse stakeholders to develop viable and socially acceptable solutions. - [Xylem Expands Corporate Venture Investments with $50 Million Commitment](https://tribu.la/xylem-expands-corporate-venture-investments-with-50-million-commitment/) - Xylem has committed $50 million to support startups and venture funds addressing water scarcity, quality, and decarbonization challenges. - [Siddhi Capital Raises $135 Million for Second Growth-Stage Fund](https://tribu.la/siddhi-capital-raises-135-million-for-second-growth-stage-fund/) - Siddhi Capital has raised $135 million for its second fund, focusing on growth-stage consumer and food technology companies. - [B4A Raises R$3 Million for Soil Diagnostics Technology](https://tribu.la/b4a-raises-r3-million-for-soil-diagnostics-technology/) - B4A, specializing in soil microbiology analysis, received R$ 3 million in funding to expand its technology’s market reach and impact. - [Peru Proposes Food Loss Reduction Principles at APEC Forum](https://tribu.la/peru-proposes-food-loss-reduction-principles-at-apec-forum/) - Peru advocates for reducing food loss in the Asia-Pacific, proposing principles to address supply chain inefficiencies at APEC. - [FAO Invites Experts to Join Global Discussion on WGS for Food and Water Safety](https://tribu.la/fao-invites-experts-to-join-global-discussion-on-wgs-for-food-and-water-safety/) - FAO seeks experts for a global meeting to evaluate and advance whole genome sequencing in food and water safety efforts. - [Wild Foods Raises $25 Million to Expand Operations in Mexico](https://tribu.la/wild-foods-raises-25-million-to-expand-operations-in-mexico/) - Wild Foods, with $25 million in Series-A funding from Glisco Partners, plans to expand its protein bar market presence in Mexico. - [New Partnership Offers Agritech Innovators a Single Point of Contact for Contract Manufacturing & Electronics](https://tribu.la/new-partnership-offers-agritech-innovators-a-single-point-of-contact-for-contract-manufacturing-electronics/) - PP Control & Automation and Jaltek have partnered to provide comprehensive contract manufacturing and electronics solutions for agritech innovators. - [Bem Agro Secures R$15 Million in Pre-Series A Funding, Welcomes New Strategic Investors](https://tribu.la/bem-agro-secures-r15-million-in-pre-series-a-funding-welcomes-new-strategic-investors/) - Bem Agro raised R$15 million in pre-Series A funding, securing new strategic partnerships and expanding its agricultural technology. - [Morfy Closes $500,000 Round for Regional Expansion and Platform Development](https://tribu.la/morfy-closes-500000-round-for-regional-expansion-and-platform-development/) - Morfy, an Argentine app, raised $500,000 to enhance its platform and expand its presence in Latin America, starting in Chile. - [Tucán Secures $1 Million in Seed Funding to Strengthen Technology and Expand Across Latin America](https://tribu.la/tucan-secures-1-million-in-seed-funding-to-strengthen-technology-and-expand-across-latin-america/) - Tucán, an Argentinian SaaS platform for restaurant e-commerce and logistics, raised $1 million to enhance its technology and expand regionally. - [Agroforestry Carbon Raises R$1.1 Million for International Expansion and Small Farmer Support](https://tribu.la/agroforestry-carbon-raises-r1-1-million-for-international-expansion-and-small-farmer-support/) - Agroforestry Carbon raised R$1.1 million for international expansion, enhancing agroforestry databases, and supporting small-scale farmers through carbon offset projects. - [PitchBook Report Highlights Four Agtech Segments Sustaining VC Funding](https://tribu.la/pitchbook-report-highlights-four-agtech-segments-sustaining-vc-funding/) - Venture capital funding for agtech startups declined in Q2 2024, with selective investments in finance, livestock technology, and robotics. - [Chile's Proposed 'Simulated Food' Bill for Plant-Based Alternatives](https://tribu.la/chiles-proposed-simulated-food-bill-for-plant-based-alternatives/) - Chile's proposed bill restricts plant-based food labeling, potentially impeding innovation. - [Ainwater Secures $537,000 in Initial Funding Round for Expansion](https://tribu.la/ainwater-secures-537000-in-initial-funding-round-for-expansion/) - Ainwater, which develops AI software for wastewater treatment, raised $537,000 to expand into Colombia and Spain. - [Botanical Solution Inc. Secured $7.6 Million in Series A Extension](https://tribu.la/botanical-solution-inc-secured-7-6-million-in-series-a-extension/) - Botanical Solution Inc. secures $7.6 million to begin in-house production of QS-21, a sustainable vaccine adjuvant derived from plant tissue culture. - [10 Startups Showcased at Argentina's Aapresid Pitch Competition](https://tribu.la/10-startups-showcased-at-argentinas-aapresid-pitch-competition/) - The "Agtech Demo Day" at Aapresid 2024 recognized ten startups for their innovative agricultural technologies, with awards for sustainability and technology. - [PepsiCo's Global Innovation Hub Arrives in Brazil](https://tribu.la/pepsicos-global-innovation-hub-arrives-in-brazil/) - PepsiCo expands in Brazil with a new R&D Center in Sorocaba and launches PepsiCo Labs, focusing on innovation and sustainability. - [Digital Technologies Making Farming More Accessible to New Generations](https://tribu.la/digital-technologies-making-farming-more-accessible-to-new-generations/) - New entrants in agriculture, often younger and better educated, are adopting digital technologies to enhance productivity and address challenges. - [Husqvarna Group Acquires Brazilian AgTech Company InCeres](https://tribu.la/husqvarna-group-acquires-brazilian-agtech-company-inceres/) - Husqvarna Group acquires Brazilian company InCeres to enhance its digital farm management offering in the Light Agriculture business unit. - [ClearLeaf Expands GotaBlanca Distribution to Japan and South Korea](https://tribu.la/clearleaf-expands-gotablanca-distribution-to-japan-and-south-korea/) - ClearLeaf partners with Summit Agro International to distribute its non-toxic agricultural product, GotaBlanca, in Japan and South Korea. - [Brazil's Agrion Raises $50 Million to Support Sustainable Agriculture](https://tribu.la/brazil-based-agrion-to-support-sustainable-agriculture-and-coral-reef-conservation/) - The Global Fund for Coral Reefs will invest up to $50 million in Agrion Agrisolutions to expand eco-friendly fertilizer production. - [Rural Ventures & Harven Agribusiness School Introduce Course on Agtech Innovation and Digital Transformation](https://tribu.la/rural-ventures-harven-agribusiness-school-introduce-course-on-agtech-innovation-and-digital-transformation/) - Rural Ventures and Harven Agribusiness School are launching a course on digital transformation and innovation management in agriculture. - [DiMuto Secures $5.9M in Series A Funding for Expansion into Latin America](https://tribu.la/dimuto-secures-5-9m-in-series-a-funding-for-expansion-into-latin-america/) - DiMuto raised US$5.9 million in Series A funding to expand its digital agri-food solutions in Latin America and the US. - [Cellva Raises R$8.5 Million to Expand Operations and International Presence](https://tribu.la/cellva-raises-r8-5-million-to-expand-operations-and-international-presence/) - Cellva Ingredients raised R$8.5 million to expand production, hire specialized staff, and internationalize its nutraceutical and food bioingredients operations. - [Meu Pescado Expands Digital Presence with Acquisition of Vai Aqua](https://tribu.la/meu-pescado-expands-digital-presence-with-acquisition-of-vai-aqua/) - Meu Pescado acquires Vai Aqua to enhance its digital education strategy and strengthen its role in Brazil's aquaculture sector. - [Latin Americans Among Finalists in UN Youth Ecopreneur Awards](https://tribu.la/latin-americans-among-finalists-in-un-youth-ecopreneur-awards/) - Two Latin American start-ups, Ceres Seeding (Brazil) and SOS Carbon (Dominican Republic), are finalists in the UN Youth Ecopreneur Awards. - [Rappi Acquires Indian AI Supply Chain Firm Fountain9](https://tribu.la/rappi-acquires-indian-ai-supply-chain-firm-fountain9/) - Rappi has acquired Fountain9's assets, including intellectual property and team, to enhance its AI-driven supply chain operations. - [AppJusto Suspends Operations Amid Financial Challenges](https://tribu.la/appjusto-suspends-operations-amid-financial-challenges/) - AppJusto, a Brazilian delivery platform advocating fair practices, suspended operations due to financial difficulties despite its early impact. - [Startups from Argentina and Costa Rica Among Grow-NY Finalists](https://tribu.la/startups-from-argentina-and-costa-rica-among-grow-ny-finalists/) - Among the 20 finalists for Grow-NY are Costa Rica’s ClearLeaf and Argentina’s Unibaio, competing for $3 million in prize money. - [IDB Lab to Host Third Edition of IDB Lab Forum in Buenos Aires](https://tribu.la/idb-lab-to-host-third-edition-of-idb-lab-forum-in-buenos-aires/) - IDB Lab Forum 2024 in Buenos Aires will focus on financing innovation, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and technology's role in regional development. - [Atomic Kitchens Secures $750K from Manutara Ventures for LatAm Expansion](https://tribu.la/atomic-kitchens-secures-750k-from-manutara-ventures-for-latam-expansion/) - Atomic Kitchens secured $750,000 from Manutara Ventures to support its expansion across Latin America and develop new business lines. - [Meet the 10 Startups Pitching at GLOCAL Game Changers Final](https://tribu.la/meet-the-10-startups-pitching-at-glocal-game-changers-final/) - The GLOCAL Game Changers LatAm Series 2024 Final Pitch Day will feature 10 Agrifoodtech and Climatech startup finalists from Latin America. - [Cayena Closes $55 Million Series B Round](https://tribu.la/cayena-closes-55-million-series-b-round/) - Cayena raised $55 million in a Series B round to expand its wholesale food marketplace operations across Brazil. - [WaterEquity Raises $100 Million for Water and Climate Resilience Fund in Emerging Markets](https://tribu.la/waterequity-raises-100-million-for-water-and-climate-resilience-fund-in-emerging-markets/) - WaterEquity raised over $100 million for its Water & Climate Resilience Fund, aiming to improve water infrastructure in emerging markets. - [Leaps by Bayer Unveils Ag Playbook for AgTech Sector](https://tribu.la/leaps-by-bayer-unveils-ag-playbook-for-agtech-sector/) - Leaps by Bayer introduces the Ag Playbook, a framework aimed at standardizing and clarifying agricultural technology development and evaluation. - [Manna Tree Forms Strategic Partnership with Mexico's Grupo Herdez](https://tribu.la/manna-tree-forms-strategic-partnership-with-mexicos-grupo-herdez/) - Manna Tree partners with Grupo Herdez to expand the reach of health and wellness businesses in the U.S. and Mexico. - [Kagome and SVG Ventures Launch $50 Million Fund to Support Agricultural Innovation](https://tribu.la/kagome-and-svg-ventures-launch-50-million-fund-to-support-agricultural-innovation/) - Kagome Co., Ltd. and SVG Ventures have launched a $50 million fund to support innovation in agricultural technologies. - [AgriCapital Closes Debt Financing Deal with AlphaMundi Group](https://tribu.la/agricapital-closes-debt-financing-deal-with-alphamundi-group/) - AlphaMundi Group provided debt financing to AgriCapital to support financial inclusion and agricultural productivity in Colombia’s rural sector. - [UAE Launches Third Edition of FoodTech Challenge to Address Global Food Security](https://tribu.la/uae-launches-third-edition-of-foodtech-challenge-to-address-global-food-security/) - The UAE launched the third FoodTech Challenge, offering $2 million to support tech-driven solutions for global food security. - [Global Survey Highlights Farmers' Concerns About Climate Change and Adoption of New Technologies](https://tribu.la/global-survey-highlights-farmers-concerns-about-climate-change-and-adoption-of-new-technologies/) - A global survey reveals farmers' concerns about climate change, reduced yields, and the growing adoption of digital and regenerative practices. - [TRAG Raises $370K to Enhance Parametric Agricultural Insurance Platform](https://tribu.la/trag-raises-370k-to-enhance-parametric-agricultural-insurance-platform/) - TRAG has completed a R$2 million investment round, focusing on enhancing its parametric agricultural insurance platform using artificial intelligence for risk assessment. - [Meet the 12 Agtech Startups Selected in Bayer's LatAm Program](https://tribu.la/meet-the-12-agtech-startups-selected-in-bayers-latam-program/) - Twelve agtech startups selected for Bayer's "Legacy: Innovation with Impact" program - [BeeHero Expands Precision Pollination Services into Peru, Chile and Mexico](https://tribu.la/beehero-expands-precision-pollination-services-into-peru-chile-and-mexico/) - BeeHero expands its precision pollination technology into Latin America, partnering with beekeepers and targeting key crops like berries and avocados. - [Puna Bio on Norrsken Foundation’s Top 100 Impact List](https://tribu.la/puna-bio-on-norrsken-foundations-top-100-impact-list/) - Puna Bio, an Argentine agritech company, was selected as the only Latin American firm in Norrsken Foundation's Impact/100 list. - [Rappi Targets an IPO Within a Year](https://tribu.la/rappi-targets-an-ipo-within-a-year/) - Colombian startup Rappi plans an initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange, aiming to enhance financial stability and growth. - [UN Partners with Nilus to Improve Food Access for Low-Income Communities in Lima](https://tribu.la/un-partners-with-nilus-to-improve-food-access-for-low-income-communities-in-lima/) - The United Nations and Nilus have partnered to provide healthy food to low-income communities in Lima through community kitchens. - [Report: Costa Rica Advances in Agritech with Drones, Precision Agriculture, and Blockchain Solutions](https://tribu.la/report-costa-rica-advances-in-agritech-with-drones-precision-agriculture-and-blockchain-solutions/) - A Procomer report highlights Costa Rica's progress in adopting Agritech, including drones, precision agriculture, and blockchain for sustainability. - [Carozzi Announces the Launch of $6 Million CVC Fund](https://tribu.la/carozzi-announces-the-launch-of-6-million-cvc-fund/) - Carozzi launches a $6 million Corporate Venture Capital fund to invest in startups focused on agritech, foodtech, and sustainability. - [Argentine AgTech Startup Calice Secures $1.5 Million Investment](https://tribu.la/argentine-agtech-startup-calice-secures-1-5-million-investment/) - Argentine agtech startup Calice raised $1.5 million to expand its AI-driven digital field trial platform in Argentina, Brazil, and the U.S. - [Terradot Launches with $58.2 Million to Advance Carbon Removal through Enhanced Rock Weathering](https://tribu.la/terradot-launches-with-58-2-million-to-advance-carbon-removal-through-enhanced-rock-weathering/) - Terradot launches with $58.2M funding, aiming to scale Enhanced Rock Weathering for global carbon removal and mitigate climate change. - [SP Ventures Raises $22 Million for Third Fund, Focused on Agrifood Innovation and Early-Stage Investments](https://tribu.la/sp-ventures-raises-22-million-for-third-fund-focused-on-agrifood-innovation-and-early-stage-investments/) - SP Ventures raised $22 million for its third fund, targeting early-stage investments in agrifood innovation, biologicals, and agfintech. - [FMC Ventures Undergoes Restructuring Amid Challenges in Agtech Investment](https://tribu.la/fmc-ventures-undergoes-restructuring-amid-challenges-in-agtech-investment/) - FMC Corporation restructures its venture arm, FMC Ventures, leading to staff layoffs amid financial pressures and challenges in the agtech investment sector. - [Grupo Pereira Launches Acceleration Program for Retail Technology Startups](https://tribu.la/grupo-pereira-launches-acceleration-program-for-retail-technology-startups/) - Grupo Pereira launched an acceleration program for retail-focused startups, offering mentorship, industry connections, and testing opportunities in an equity-free format. - [Lever VC Secures $50 Million in First Close of Fund II for Agrifood-tech Investments](https://tribu.la/lever-vc-secures-50-million-in-first-close-of-fund-ii-for-agrifood-tech-investments/) - Lever VC secures $50 million in the first close of Fund II to invest in early-stage agrifood technology startups globally. - [Phytech Expands Digital Agriculture Solutions into Latin America](https://tribu.la/phytech-expands-digital-agriculture-solutions-into-latin-america/) - Phytech expands into Latin America, providing digital irrigation and crop monitoring solutions to enhance resource efficiency and sustainability for regional farmers. - [Seaya Andromeda Acquires Majority Stake in Nax Solutions to Support Latin American Expansion](https://tribu.la/seaya-andromeda-acquires-majority-stake-in-nax-solutions-to-support-latin-american-expansion/) - Seaya Andromeda acquires a 55% stake in Nax Solutions to support its expansion in Latin America, focusing on Brazil’s agricultural sector. - [Climate Variability and Extreme Weather Threaten Food Security in Latin America and the Caribbean, Report Finds](https://tribu.la/climate-variability-and-extreme-weather-threaten-food-security-in-latin-america-and-the-caribbean-report-finds/) - Changing climate patterns and extreme weather events are worsening food security in Latin America and the Caribbean, exacerbating malnutrition and economic disparities. - [Village Capital Launches Accelerator to Reduce Food Waste in Latin America](https://tribu.la/village-capital-launches-accelerator-to-reduce-food-waste-in-latin-america/) - Village Capital and the Posner Foundation launch a program supporting Latin American startups in reducing food waste and improving food security. - [Kigüi Secures $500K to Boost Its AI Against Food Waste](https://tribu.la/kigui-secures-500k-to-boost-its-ai-against-food-waste/) - Kigüi secured $500K in funding to enhance its AI-driven inventory management solutions, aiming to reduce food waste in retail operations. - [Foodtech VC Funding Declines in Q4 2024 Amid Selective Investment Trends](https://tribu.la/foodtech-vc-funding-declines-in-q4-2024-amid-selective-investment-trends/) - Foodtech VC investment in Q4 2024 declined, with deal counts reaching record lows, while late-stage funding remained concentrated in established companies. - [BR Angels Launches Seventh Investment Batch Focused on AgTechs](https://tribu.la/br-angels-launches-seventh-investment-batch-focused-on-agtechs/) - BR Angels invested in AgTech startups, focusing on technology-driven solutions for agriculture. The investment aims to support innovation and sector growth. - [MetaBIX, the Uruguayan Startup Revolutionizing Disease Prediction in Farm Animals](https://tribu.la/metabix-the-uruguayan-startup-revolutionizing-disease-prediction-in-farm-animals/) - MetaBIX uses artificial intelligence, hardware, and biotechnology to predict and prevent farm animal diseases, enabling early detection of infections. - [Cheaf Expands to Argentina to Reduce Food Waste](https://tribu.la/cheaf-expands-to-argentina-to-reduce-food-waste/) - Cheaf, a Mexico-based startup, expands to Argentina, partnering with Cencosud to reduce food waste through surplus food sales at discounts. - [SuperMeat and Stämm Partner to Advance Cultivated Chicken Production](https://tribu.la/supermeat-and-stamm-partner-to-advance-cultivated-chicken-production/) - SuperMeat and Argentina-based Stämm partner to enhance cultivated chicken production using advanced bioreactor technology, aiming to improve efficiency and scalability. - [Agrivero.ai and How to Leverage Technology to Select the Best Coffee Beans](https://tribu.la/agrivero-ai-and-how-to-leverage-technology-to-select-the-best-coffee-beans/) - Agrivero.ai develops an AI-based device for analyzing green coffee beans, providing classification and quality control with high accuracy and efficiency. - [The Yield Lab Latam Invests in Agricapital](https://tribu.la/the-yield-lab-latam-invests-in-agricapital/) - The Yield Lab Latam invests in Agricapital, a Colombian fintech providing digital financing solutions to small farmers through technology and partnerships. - [ERGO Raises a $2 Million Seed Round to Expand Operations in Canada](https://tribu.la/ergo-raises-a-2-million-seed-round-to-expand-operations-in-canada/) - Argentinian startup ERGO raised $2 million to expand its plant-based protein production operations with a new facility in Canada. - [Agrolend Raises $53 Million in Series C Round Led by Creation Investments and Syngenta](https://tribu.la/agrolend-raises-53-million-in-series-c-round-led-by-creation-investments-and-syngenta/) - Agrolend raised R$ 300 million in Series C funding, led by Creation Investments and Syngenta, to expand rural financing. - [Bizuu Secures $1 Million for Expansion of Restaurant Service Platform](https://tribu.la/bizuu-secures-1-million-for-expansion-of-restaurant-service-platform/) - Brazilian startup Bizuu has raised R$ 6 million to expand its bar and restaurant service platform within Brazil and internationally. - [Final Pitch 2024: Latin American Startups Showcase Agrifoodtech Innovations](https://tribu.la/final-pitch-2024-latin-american-startups-showcase-agrifoodtech-innovations/) - The Final Pitch Day of GLOCAL LatAm showcased ten Latin American startups presenting innovations in Agrifoodtech, addressing real-world challenges. - [Blue Revolution Fund Raises €93 Million to Invest in Sustainable Aquaculture](https://tribu.la/blue-revolution-fund-raises-e93-million-to-invest-in-sustainable-aquaculture/) - The Blue Revolution Fund has secured €93 million to invest in sustainable aquaculture, addressing environmental challenges and supporting coastal communities. - [Kamay Ventures Invests in Portuguese Firm Sensei to Support Expansion into Latin America](https://tribu.la/kamay-ventures-invests-in-portuguese-firm-sensei-to-support-expansion-into-latin-america/) - Sensei secures €15 million Series A funding to expand autonomous retail technology operations in Europe and Latin America, focusing on Brazil. - [McKinsey: Latin America Sees Fastest Growth in AgTech Adoption from 2022 to 2024](https://tribu.la/mckinsey-latin-america-sees-fastest-growth-in-agtech-adoption-from-2022-to-2024/) - The 2024 Global Farmers Survey highlights trends in agricultural productivity, technology adoption, and sustainability amid rising global challenges. - [Jüsto Secures $70 Million in Financing to Strengthen Online Grocery Operations in Latin America](https://tribu.la/justo-secures-70-million-in-financing-to-strengthen-online-grocery-operations-in-latin-america/) - Jüsto secures $70 million in financing to expand operations in Latin America, enhancing growth, operational efficiency, and exploring new distribution channels. - [Grupo Alpina and Rockstart Announce Investment in Six AgriFoodTech Startups](https://tribu.la/grupo-alpina-and-rockstart-announce-investment-in-six-agrifoodtech-startups/) - Grupo Alpina and Rockstart announce investments in six Latin American AgriFoodTech startups, supporting technological advancements across various segments of the food supply chain. - [Brota Superfoods Secures $630,000 from Manutara Ventures](https://tribu.la/brota-superfoods-secures-630000-from-manutara-ventures/) - Brota Superfoods secured $630,000 from Manutara Ventures to support its U.S. expansion, focusing on AI-driven, plant-based food development for health-conscious consumers. - [Loads Raises $2M to Expand Global Food Export Network](https://tribu.la/loads-raises-2m-to-expand-global-food-export-network/) - Chilean startup Loads raised $2M to expand its supplier network in Latin America and increase exports to Asia and the U.S. - [FAO Highlights Agrifood Systems' Role in Advancing Global Biodiversity Goals](https://tribu.la/fao-highlights-agrifood-systems-role-in-advancing-global-biodiversity-goals/) - FAO emphasized the role of agrifood systems in achieving biodiversity goals during the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference in Colombia. - [New Report: PitchBook Analysis on Trends in Agrifood Technology Investments and Startup Activity](https://tribu.la/new-report-pitchbook-analysis-on-trends-in-agrifood-technology-investments-and-startup-activity/) - PitchBook's report examines trends in agrifood technology investments, focusing on startup activity, venture capital engagement, and market dynamics. - [Arca Continental Launches AC Ventures](https://tribu.la/arca-continental-launches-ac-ventures/) - Arca Continental introduced AC Ventures, a corporate entrepreneurship strategy focused on investing in startups to address organizational challenges and drive innovation. - [Big Idea Ventures Invests in Six Startups, Three from Latin America, to Drive Global Food Innovation](https://tribu.la/big-idea-ventures-invests-in-six-startups-three-from-latin-america-to-drive-global-food-innovation/) - Big Idea Ventures announced six new investments through its Global Food Innovation Fund II, including three Latin American startups. - [New Report Highlights Key Opportunities in Latin America's Agrifoodtech Sector](https://tribu.la/new-report-highlights-key-opportunities-in-latin-americas-agrifoodtech-sector/) - The report examines agrifoodtech opportunities in Latin America, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration to address sector challenges. - [Transforma Alimentos Releases Chile's 2024 Food Innovation Catalog](https://tribu.la/transforma-alimentos-releases-chiles-2024-food-innovation-catalog/) - Chile's Transforma Alimentos launched the 2024 Food Innovation Catalog, highlighting 50 innovative products and services across sustainability, technology, and regional gastronomy. - [Winners Announced for 100+ Labs Chile 2024 Accelerator Program](https://tribu.la/winners-announced-for-100-labs-chile-2024-accelerator-program/) - EFILabs, Ainwater, and AlicIA were selected as winners of 100+ Labs Chile, each addressing sustainability and business challenges. - [Acumen Commits $300 Million to Agricultural Adaptation in Developing Markets](https://tribu.la/acumen-commits-300-million-to-agricultural-adaptation-in-developing-markets/) - Acumen commits $300 million over five years to support agricultural adaptation for smallholder farmers in developing markets globally. - [Freshmart Ends Operations in Peru Amid Market Challenges](https://tribu.la/freshmart-ends-operations-in-peru-amid-market-challenges/) - Freshmart, Peru's first online supermarket, is closing after eight years, citing market challenges and strategic restructuring by owner Jüsto. - [Toesca Asset Management and Astarte Capital Partners Launch Platform for Regenerative Agriculture in Latin America](https://tribu.la/toesca-asset-management-and-astarte-capital-partners-launch-platform-for-regenerative-agriculture-in-latin-america/) - Toesca Asset Management and Astarte Capital Partners launched a $350 million platform for regenerative agriculture investments in Latin America. - [Luyef Secures $1.25 Million in Grants to Advance Cultivated Meat Production](https://tribu.la/luyef-secures-1-25-million-in-grants-to-advance-cultivated-meat-production/) - Luyef, a Chilean biotech startup, received $1.25 million in grants to advance sustainable, cost-efficient cultivated meat production technologies. - [Givaudan and Moonshot Pirates Collaborate to Inspire Alternative Protein Innovation](https://tribu.la/givaudan-and-moonshot-pirates-collaborate-to-inspire-alternative-protein-innovation/) - Givaudan and Moonshot Pirates partner to inspire Gen Z innovators to develop sustainable, nutritious, and affordable alternative protein solutions. - [Ninjacart Launches Global Program to Support Early-Stage Startups](https://tribu.la/ninjacart-launches-global-program-to-support-early-stage-startups/) - Ninjacart has launched a program supporting early-stage FoodTech and AgTech startups with technology, financial backing, VC connections, and expertise. - [The most detailed life cycle analysis of food waste ever offers eye-popping revelations -- Anthropocene Magazine](https://tribu.la/the-most-detailed-life-cycle-analysis-of-food-waste-ever-offers-eye-popping-revelations-anthropocene-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 24 March 2023 by Emma Bryce, for Anthropocene Magazine. You can read the original publication here. ENGLISH Food loss and waste is responsible for about half of all food-related greenhouse gas emissions globally. The emissions come from the production, processing, transportation, and disposal - [A status check on the UN’s plastic waste agreement -- GreenBiz](https://tribu.la/a-status-check-on-the-uns-plastic-waste-agreement-greenbiz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 24 March 2023 by Doug Woodring & Steve Russell, for GreenBiz. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The United Nations' Plastic Waste Management Agreement, signed in 2018, aims to reduce plastic waste globally. As of March 2023, 172 countries have signed the agreement, - [Biotechnology should be used to improve nutrition, sustainability and resiliency of food, Biden report says -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/biotechnology-should-be-used-to-improve-nutrition-sustainability-and-resiliency-of-food-biden-report-says-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 March 2023 by Megan Poinski, for Food Dive. Image by Drew Angerer via Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Biden administration has set goals to use biotechnology to tackle issues related to food and agriculture. The goals - [IPCC report findings suggest how food production must change to cope with climate crisis -- Food Navigator](https://tribu.la/ipcc-report-findings-suggest-how-food-production-must-change-to-cope-with-climate-crisis-food-navigator/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 March 2023 by Augustus Bambridge-Sutton, for Food Navigator. Image by Bjorn Holland/Getty Imaged. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The latest IPCC report suggests that the world needs to change the way it produces food to combat the climate crisis. - [6 cultured meat companies making waves -- Labiotech](https://tribu.la/6-cultured-meat-companies-making-waves-labiotech/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 March 2023 by Willow Shah-Neville, for Labiotech. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Cultured meat, also known as lab-grown meat, is created from animal cells without the need for traditional animal agriculture. The development of cultured meat has the potential - [“Water scarcity means less water for agriculture production which in turn means less food available, threatening food security and nutrition” -- FAO](https://tribu.la/water-scarcity-means-less-water-for-agriculture-production-which-in-turn-means-less-food-available-threatening-food-security-and-nutrition-fao/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 21 March 2023 by Sreya Banerjee, for FAO. Image by Alessandra Benedetti. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Water scarcity poses a major threat to global food security and nutrition, as agriculture heavily relies on water for irrigation and production. The - [Pressured to Cut Plastic Use, McDonald’s Aims to See What Works and What Doesn’t -- The Wall Street Journal](https://tribu.la/pressured-to-cut-plastic-use-mcdonalds-aims-to-see-what-works-and-what-doesnt-the-wall-street-journal/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 March 2023 by Dieter Holger, for The Wall Street Journal. Image by Julien de Rosa/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH McDonald's plans to launch a pilot program to test reusable packaging for its food items in the - [Meatballs made with mammoth DNA created by Australian food startup -- CNN](https://tribu.la/meatballs-made-with-mammoth-dna-created-by-australian-food-startup-cnn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 March 2023 by Katie Hunt, for CNN. Image by Vow. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH A company has created "mammoth meatballs" using cultured meat technology as part of a publicity stunt to raise awareness of the environmental impact of - [A Tale of Two Startups: Why Cultivated Meat is So Close (And Yet so Far) From Disrupting Animal Ag -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/a-tale-of-two-startups-why-cultivated-meat-is-so-close-and-yet-so-far-from-disrupting-animal-ag-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 March 2023 by Michael Wolf, for The Spoon. Image by Good Meat. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH GOOD Meat has received an approval from the US FDA for its cultivated meat product, becoming the second company to gain FDA - [Assessing the value of biodiversity-specific footprinting metrics linked to South American soy trade -- People and Nature](https://tribu.la/assessing-the-value-of-biodiversity-specific-footprinting-metrics-linked-to-south-american-soy-trade-people-and-nature/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 February 2023 by Amy Molotoks, Jonathan Green, Vivian Ribeiro, Yunxia Wang and Chris West, for People and Nature. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH South America is a major producer and exporter of soy, with Brazil being the largest producer and exporter. The expansion - [Tech & innovation: EIT Food winners driving change across protein diversification and agriculture -- Food Ingredients First](https://tribu.la/tech-innovation-eit-food-winners-driving-change-across-protein-diversification-and-agriculture-food-ingredients-first/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 March 2023 by Beatrice Wihlander, for Food Ingredients First. Image by Kern Tec. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) has announced the winners of its 2021 awards, recognizing startups and innovators across - [Acknowledge Agriculture: The Sector at the U.N. Water Conference that Is Not Receiving the Spotlight it Should -- Food Tank](https://tribu.la/acknowledge-agriculture-the-sector-at-the-u-n-water-conference-that-is-not-receiving-the-spotlight-it-should-food-tank/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published in March 2023 by Omar Farhate, for Food Tank. Image by Claudio Carrozzo, Unsplash. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Agriculture must be acknowledged as a key player in addressing water-related issues, according to experts at the UN Water Conference. Innovative technologies, - [Future Food Tech: Clean Crop Technologies tackles food waste with cold plasma -- AgFunder News](https://tribu.la/future-food-tech-clean-crop-technologies-tackles-food-waste-with-cold-plasma-agfunder-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 March 2023 by Elaine Watson, for AgFunder News. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Clean Crop Technologies has developed a cold plasma technology to address food waste in the agricultural supply chain. The technology can reduce spoilage and disease in - [Ever After Foods debuts bioreactor platform for cultivated meat production -- FoodBev Media](https://tribu.la/ever-after-foods-debuts-bioreactor-platform-for-cultivated-meat-production-foodbev-media/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 6 March 2023 by Gwen Jones, for FoodBev Media. Image by Ever After Foods. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Ever After Foods has developed a bioreactor platform for the production of cultivated meat. The technology has the potential to reduce - [Can Cellulose Film Make Food Packaging Sustainable Again? -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/can-cellulose-film-make-food-packaging-sustainable-again-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 March 2023 by Jamie Hailstone, for Forbes. Image by Robert Alexander/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Researchers have developed a cellulose-based film that could make food packaging more sustainable. The film is made from wood pulp and is - [Climate costs could ‘wipe out’ profits for half world’s largest livestock companies, says FAIRR analysis -- AgFunder News](https://tribu.la/climate-costs-could-wipe-out-profits-for-half-worlds-largest-livestock-companies-says-fairr-analysis-agfunder-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 March 2023 by Jennifer Marston, for AgFunder News. Image by iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH FAIRR warns that climate-related costs could lead to net operating losses for half of the world’s largest livestock companies if new strategies are - [Startup Is Growing Egg Whites Inside Potatoes to Crack $27 Billion Egg Market -- VegNews](https://tribu.la/startup-is-growing-egg-whites-inside-potatoes-to-crack-27-billion-egg-market-vegnews/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 March 2023 by Nicole Axworthy, for VegNews. Image by Pexels. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Israeli startup PoLoPo developed molecular farming technology to produce animal proteins without exploiting animals. The startup raised $1.75 million in funding to develop its - [How thinking small could pay off big for Ingredion -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/how-thinking-small-could-pay-off-big-for-ingredion-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 March 2023 by Christopher Doering, for Food Dive. Image by Christopher Doering/Food Dive. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Ingredion is shifting its focus to small and medium-sized businesses in the food industry. The company aims to provide tailored solutions - [Growers see traceability as essential to food safety -- The Packer](https://tribu.la/growers-see-traceability-as-essential-to-food-safety-the-packer/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 March 2023 by Tom Burfield, for The Packer. Image by Consalo Family Farms. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Grower-shippers are increasingly focused on food safety and traceability, utilizing technology such as digital compliance systems and bar codes to track - [Thirteen trends driving change in food and agriculture production -- Food Business News](https://tribu.la/thirteen-trends-driving-change-in-food-and-agriculture-production-food-business-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 March 2023 by Crystal Futrell, for Food Business News. Image by YINGYAIPUMI – Adobe. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has used data on farm equipment sales to identify 13 trends in agriculture that - [AI Is Attempting To Take Over The Restaurant Kitchen -- Mashed](https://tribu.la/ai-is-attempting-to-take-over-the-restaurant-kitchen-mashed/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 March 2023 by Tyler Bunton, for Mashed. Image by Halfpoint/Shutterstock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH AI technology is being developed to automate tasks in restaurant kitchens, such as food preparation and dishwashing. Some restaurants are already implementing AI systems, - [Investors could cut 60% of food systems emissions by 2030 -- ESG Clarity](https://tribu.la/investors-could-cut-60-of-food-systems-emissions-by-2030-esg-clarity/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 March 2023 by Laura Miller, for ESG Clarity. Image by GettyImages. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Financial institutions can reduce up to 60% of food systems emissions and 20% of global emissions by 2030 by engaging with companies they - [Dutch pension funds withdrawing from meat industry -- NL Times](https://tribu.la/dutch-pension-funds-withdrawing-from-meat-industry-nl-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 March 2023 by NL Times. Image by MicEnin / DepositPhotos. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Dutch pension funds are divesting from large Brazilian meat companies due to sustainability concerns. The meat industry is a significant contributor to climate change - [Uber Eats is shutting down thousands of virtual restaurants to make the app less spammy](https://tribu.la/uber-eats-is-shutting-down-thousands-of-virtual-restaurants-to-make-the-app-less-spammy/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 March 2023 by Emma Roth, for The Verge. Image by Alex Castro / The Verge. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Uber Eats is delisting some of its virtual restaurants to cut down on low-quality listings, which sometimes contain the - [Should labs try to create exotic animal meat? -- The Week](https://tribu.la/should-labs-try-to-create-exotic-animal-meat-the-week/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 2 April 2023 by Justin Klawans, for The Week. Image by Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Australian company Vow has unveiled a meatball made from a meat-producing gene of woolly mammoth DNA, marking the possibilities - [VCs Plow Money Into Indoor Farming, But Open Fields Might Be More Ripe For Innovation -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/vcs-plow-money-into-indoor-farming-but-open-fields-might-be-more-ripe-for-innovation-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 March 2023 by Keerthi Vedantam, for Crunchbase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Indoor farming has emerged as a venture capital cash crop in recent years, with indoor farming startups capturing around 20% of the total - [Cultivated meat startup Myodenovo emerges from stealth, focuses on whole cuts to reach ‘diehard meat lovers’ -- AgFunder News](https://tribu.la/cultivated-meat-startup-myodenovo-emerges-from-stealth-focuses-on-whole-cuts-to-reach-diehard-meat-lovers-agfunder-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 March 2023 by Elaine Watson, for AgFunder News. Image by Myodenovo. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH US-based start-up Myodenovo is developing thick, whole cuts of cultivated meat, starting with filet mignon. Founder Dr. George Engelmayr, who has worked at - [Could Precision Fermentation Save the Food System? Experts Are Saying Yes -- VegNews](https://tribu.la/could-precision-fermentation-save-the-food-system-experts-are-saying-yes-vegnews/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 5 April 2023 by Charlotte Pointing, for VegNews. Image by The Every Company. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Precision fermentation is a new technology that could revolutionize the way we produce food, offering a sustainable alternative to animal agriculture. Precision - [Key takeaways from “Food safety aspects of cell-based food,” the FAO’s milestone paper -- New Harvest](https://tribu.la/key-takeaways-from-food-safety-aspects-of-cell-based-food-the-faos-milestone-paper-new-harvest/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 5 April 2023 by Breanna Duffy, for New Harvest. Image by FAO. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The FAO has published a milestone document providing up-to-date technical knowledge on the food safety aspects of cell-based food production to support informed - [Japan is running out of space to bury chickens culled over bird flu -- CNN](https://tribu.la/japan-is-running-out-of-space-to-bury-chickens-culled-over-bird-flu-cnn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 6 April 2023 by Michelle Toh, for CNN. Image by Yosuke Hayasaka/Yomiuri Shimbun/AP. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Japan is facing a shortage of land to bury culled birds due to a record outbreak of avian flu. More than 17 - [Italy – the first to ban lab meat and feed? -- Poultry World](https://tribu.la/italy-the-first-to-ban-lab-meat-and-feed-poultry-world/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 8 April 2023 by Natalie Berkhout, for Poultry World. Image by World Economic Forum. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Italy's government has approved a bill banning the use of laboratory-produced food and animal feed to protect the country's agri-food heritage. - [How Indigenous Land Management Practices Are a Blueprint for Climate-Resilient Agriculture -- Resilience](https://tribu.la/how-indigenous-land-management-practices-are-a-blueprint-for-climate-resilient-agriculture-resilience/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 7 April 2023 by Daniel Ross, for Resilience. Image by Panama-California Exposition – Library of Congress. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Indigenous land management techniques offer an alternate blueprint for sustainable farming and climate resiliency. Indigenous peoples, who make up - [4 ways to ensure the future of aquaculture is sustainable -- World Economic Forum](https://tribu.la/4-ways-to-ensure-the-future-of-aquaculture-is-sustainable-world-economic-forum/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 March 2023 by Karen Demavivas, for WEF. Image by Bank/Jayne Jenkins. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Demand for blue foods, sourced from aquatic sources, is expected to double by 2050. Aquaculture will play a key role in meeting this - [John Deere’s Robotic Tractor is The Result of Years of Investment in AI-Powered Farming -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/john-deeres-robotic-tractor-is-the-result-of-years-of-investment-in-ai-powered-farming-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 April 2023 by Michael Wolf, for The Spoon. Image by The Spoon. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH John Deere debuted its first-ever autonomous tractor at CES 2022, signaling a new era of AI & robotic farming. Blue River Technology, - [Plants make sounds to express their stress -- Big Think](https://tribu.la/plants-make-sounds-to-express-their-stress-big-think/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 April 2023 by Jasna Hodžić, for Big Think. Image by Annelisa Leinbach / Big Think; Adobe Stock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Plants emit unique noises when under stress, which can be detected from several meters away. Researchers used - [Global Food Chain Traceability - Reflections on the Past, Present, and Insights into Future Directions -- Food Safety Magazine](https://tribu.la/global-food-chain-traceability-reflections-on-the-past-present-and-insights-into-future-directions-food-safety-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 April 2023 by John G. Keogh, M.B.A., M.Sc., Louise Manning Ph.D., Steve Simske Ph.D., for Food Safety Magazine. Image by 12963734/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Pressure to ensure resilient, sustainable, and compliant food - [How This Vertical Farming Company Broke Into a Niche Market -- Inc. Magazine](https://tribu.la/how-this-vertical-farming-company-broke-into-a-niche-market-inc-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published in April 2023 by Ali Donaldson, for Inc. Magazine. Image by Nathan Bajar. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Oishii, a company that grows luxury strawberries in an indoor vertical farm, used a "fake it 'til you make it" strategy to succeed. - [Carbon’s laser weeding robots score another $30M -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/carbons-laser-weeding-robots-score-another-30m-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 April 2023 by Brian Heater, for TechCrunch. Image by Carbon Robotics. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Carbon Robotics, a Seattle-based agtech robotics company, has raised $30 million in a Series C funding round. The company has developed laser weeding - [$52 mn in 5 years: Why is irrigation agritech struggling to attract VC investments? -- Business Today](https://tribu.la/52-mn-in-5-years-why-is-irrigation-agritech-struggling-to-attract-vc-investments-business-today/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 March 2023 by Binu Paul, for Business Today. Image by Business Today. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Venture capital investments in irrigation agritech market have been low, with only $52 million invested over the past five years, according to - [New Food Order: What is the role of biotech in an ethical food system? -- New Hope Network](https://tribu.la/new-food-order-what-is-the-role-of-biotech-in-an-ethical-food-system-new-hope-network/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 April 2023 by Dawn Reiss, for New Hope Network. Image by New Food Order. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Cultivated meat is a growing industry that is estimated to become a $25 billion global industry by 2030. The complexity - [Good Food Institute Sees Fourth Pillar For Alt Protein Market in the Form of Molecular Farming -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/good-food-institute-sees-fourth-pillar-for-alt-protein-market-in-the-form-of-molecular-farming-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 April 2023 by Michael Wolf, for The Spoon. Image by Moolec. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Good Food Institute (GFI) has identified molecular farming as a possible fourth pillar in the alternative protein market. Molecular farming involves producing - [Bosch BASF Smart Farming and AGCO Announce Collaboration -- SeedWorld](https://tribu.la/bosch-basf-smart-farming-and-agco-announce-collaboration-seedworld/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 April 2023 by Rebecca Carmeli-Peslak, for SeedWorld. Image by Bosch BASF Smart Farming GmbH. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Bosch BASF Smart Farming and AGCO Corporation collaborate on integrating Smart Spraying technology on Fendt Rogator sprayers to allow targeted - [Latin American Startup Funding Fell Further In Q1 -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/latin-american-startup-funding-fell-further-in-q1-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 April 2023 by Joanna Glasner, for Crunchbase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Funding to Latin American startups dropped in Q1 2023, reaching the lowest point in over two years. Investment in reported seed through growth - [What is the Role of Data Science in Agriculture? -- Analytics Insight](https://tribu.la/what-is-the-role-of-data-science-in-agriculture-analytics-insight/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 April 2023 by Shiva Ganesh, for Analytics Insight. Image by Analytics Insight. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Data science is playing a crucial role in agriculture, helping farmers make informed decisions about planting, irrigation, crop management, and water consumption. - [Lab Meat Skeptics, Please Just Get Out of the Way -- The Washington Post](https://tribu.la/lab-meat-skeptics-please-just-get-out-of-the-way-the-washington-post/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 April 2023 by Amanda Little (Bloomberg), for The Washington Post. Image by Pablo Porciuncula/AFP/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Italy's proposed ban on lab-grown meats is controversial and could hinder research and development in cellular agriculture. Cultivated meats - [Grant to study saline-water irrigation -- News Press Now](https://tribu.la/grant-to-study-saline-water-irrigation-news-press-now/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 April 2023 by Denise Attaway, for News Press Now. Image by Clemson University. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Researchers from Clemson University, the University of Florida, and the United States Department of Agriculture are studying the development of a - [Insect Farming Startup Raises $175 Million for Food Expansion -- Yahoo Finance/Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/insect-farming-startup-raises-175-million-for-food-expansion-yahoo-finance-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2023 by Agnieszka de Sousa, for Yahoo Finance/Bloomberg. Image by Bloomberg. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Insect farming startup Ynsect has secured €160 million ($175 million) in funding, bringing its total funding to $625 million. Ynsect is shifting - [Food & ag corporates prefer to engage with academia, research over startups, according to open innovation report -- AgFunder News](https://tribu.la/food-ag-corporates-prefer-to-engage-with-academia-research-over-startups-according-to-open-innovation-report-agfunder-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2023 by Lucy Ngige, for AgFunder News. Image by iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Open innovation at agrifood corporations is increasing, but they are more interested in engaging with academic and research institutions than startups and entrepreneurs. - [First-ever rechargeable edible battery made of vitamins and nori seaweed can power small devices -- Interesting Engineering](https://tribu.la/first-ever-rechargeable-edible-battery-made-of-vitamins-and-nori-seaweed-can-power-small-devices-interesting-engineering/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2023 by Deena Theresa, for Interesting Engineering. Image by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia . You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Researchers at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) have created a completely edible and rechargeable battery from materials found in - [These Farmers Recharged Groundwater by Catching Atmospheric Rivers -- Civil Eats](https://tribu.la/these-farmers-recharged-groundwater-by-catching-atmospheric-rivers-civil-eats/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2023 by Grey Moran, for Civil Eats. Image by Civil Eats. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Farmers in California's Central Valley are intentionally flooding farmland during years with water surplus as a managed agricultural groundwater recharge practice to - [The GIIN Launches Its Second Impact Performance Benchmark -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/the-giin-launches-its-second-impact-performance-benchmark-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 March 2023 by Anne Field, for Forbes. Image by Getty. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) has launched its second benchmark, focused on agriculture, particularly smallholder and sustainable agriculture. The benchmark was developed with - [How Does Climate Change Affect Agriculture? -- Impakter](https://tribu.la/how-does-climate-change-affect-agriculture-impakter/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2023 by Mark Chandler, for Impakter. Image by Pranab K. Aich/Heifer International. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Climate change affects agriculture and the livelihoods of smallholder farmers who rely on it. Climate change leads to extreme weather, unpredictable - [The societal role of meat—what the science says -- SwineWeb](https://tribu.la/the-societal-role-of-meat-what-the-science-says-swineweb/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 April 2023 by Jim Eadie, for SwineWeb. Image by The Dublin Declaration of Scientists. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The article discusses the ongoing debate on the consumption of meat and provides an overview of scientific evidence related to - [Coca-Cola enters fresh fruit through licensing deal for Minute Maid and Simply brands -- FoodDive](https://tribu.la/coca-cola-enters-fresh-fruit-through-licensing-deal-for-minute-maid-and-simply-brands-fooddive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 April 2023 by Christopher Doering, for FoodDive. Image by Justin Sullivan via Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Coca-Cola is partnering with fruit company Dayka & Hackett to license its Simply and Minute Maid brands for use on - [To compete with Instacart, DoorDash is building out its retail media presence --](https://tribu.la/to-compete-with-instacart-doordash-is-building-out-its-retail-media-presence/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 25 April 2023 by Vidhi Choudhary, for Modern Retail. Image by DoorDash. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH DoorDash, the food delivery platform, has been pushing its retail media presence over the past six months to gain a greater share of - [Are Microbes The Future Of Fertilizer? -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/are-microbes-the-future-of-fertilizer-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 24 April 2023 by Aidan Connolly, for Forbes. Image by Getty. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The $200 billion global fertilizer sector is still growing due to the need for more food production. Innovators are developing biological fertilizers that rely - [Precision fermentation’s capacity craze: Have we lost the plot? -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/precision-fermentations-capacity-craze-have-we-lost-the-plot-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 24 April 2023 by Blake Byrne, for TechCrunch. Image by Andrea Comi / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Precision fermentation industry is using microbial organisms to produce animal proteins as an alternative to conventional animal agriculture. Investors and the - [Inside the Battle Between Big Ag and Lab-Grown Meat -- The New Republic](https://tribu.la/inside-the-battle-between-big-ag-and-lab-grown-meat-the-new-republic/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 21 April 2023 by Andrew Zaleski, for The New Republic. Image by Julian Gower. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Association for Meat, Poultry and Seafood Innovation (AMPS Innovation) is the first special-interest group in Washington, D.C., to represent the - [Under “Food Apartheid,” Urban Farms Are More Important Than Ever -- NRDC](https://tribu.la/under-food-apartheid-urban-farms-are-more-important-than-ever-nrdc/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 April 2023 by Jeff Turrentine, for NRDC. Image by Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar via Imagn Content Services, LLC. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Urban farms can help reduce food insecurity and increase local resiliency in the communities they serve, according to - [After Years Of Sinking Venture Funding, Plant-Based Seafood Charts A New Course -- CrunchBase](https://tribu.la/after-years-of-sinking-venture-funding-plant-based-seafood-charts-a-new-course-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 May 2023 by Keerthi Vedantam, for CrunchBase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH While plant-based meat alternatives gained popularity, plant-based seafood didn't see the same rise in the U.S. However, between 2019 and 2022, the plant-based - [With Its New Visa Program, Singapore Aims to Bring In More Food Tech Talent -- Green Queen](https://tribu.la/with-its-new-visa-program-singapore-aims-to-bring-in-more-food-tech-talent-green-queen/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 April 2023 by Jill Ettinger, for Green Queen. Image by Eat Just. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Singapore has launched a new visa program called COMPASS to attract more talent in AI and food-tech sectors to support the local - [The cultivated meat industry’s known struggles will take time to sort out, and maybe that’s OK -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/the-cultivated-meat-industrys-known-struggles-will-take-time-to-sort-out-and-maybe-thats-ok-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 April 2023 by Christine Hall, for TechCrunch. Image by Nicholas Yeo/ Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Wall Street Journal investigated the lab-grown meat industry, with a focus on UPSIDE Foods, the first company to receive FDA approval - [Yes, the climate crisis is raising your grocery bills -- The Guardian](https://tribu.la/yes-the-climate-crisis-is-raising-your-grocery-bills-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 April 2023 by Suzi Kerr, for The Guardian. Image by Yui Mok/PA. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Rising inflation is increasingly driven by climate change, as climate-driven extreme weather and disasters are responsible for production shortages, supply chain disruptions, - [Why the future of restaurants runs through the grocery store -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/why-the-future-of-restaurants-runs-through-the-grocery-store-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 April 2023 by Joshua David Stein, for Fast Company. Image by Momofuku. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Restaurants are increasingly launching grocery store product lines in the United States to combat the high costs of labour, food and rent. - [Do We Have to Subscribe to Restaurants, Too? -- Eater](https://tribu.la/do-we-have-to-subscribe-to-restaurants-too-eater/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 May 2023 by Stephanie Ganz, for Eater. Image by Heedayah. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The pandemic led many independent restaurants to introduce subscription models to create a new revenue stream, build loyalty and increase interaction with customers. Many - [There's a cheat code out there to help businesses cut supply-chain emissions — but hardly anyone uses it -- Business Insider](https://tribu.la/theres-a-cheat-code-out-there-to-help-businesses-cut-supply-chain-emissions-but-hardly-anyone-uses-it-business-insider/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 May 2023 by Emma Cosgrove, for Business Insider. Image by Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images; Alyssa Powell/Insider. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Startups are helping companies to find a way to cut emissions from supply chains, - [The junk-food executive working on regenerative farming -- Politico](https://tribu.la/the-junk-food-executive-working-on-regenerative-farming-politico/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 May 2023 by Marcia Brown, for Politico. Image by PepsiCo. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH PepsiCo's Chief Sustainability Officer, Jim Andrew, has discussed the company's plans for sustainable agriculture practices with the UN-endorsed AIM for Climate initiative. The company - [The Tantalizing Transformation Of Food Startups Amidst A Plateful Of Challenges -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/the-tantalizing-transformation-of-food-startups-amidst-a-plateful-of-challenges-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 May 2023 by Vijayaraj Gopinath, for Forbes. Image by Getty. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The food industry has transformed in recent years, driven by innovative food startups catering to the growing demand for convenience and diverse culinary experiences. - [How Restaurants Can Successfully Adopt Smart Kitchen Technology -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/how-restaurants-can-successfully-adopt-smart-kitchen-technology-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 May 2023 by John Lamb, for Forbes. Image by Getty. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Restaurants strive for consistency in taste and quality across franchises Smart kitchen technology can streamline the cooking process and ensure consistency Adopting technology can - [The Global Food System Is Broken. Institutional Investors Should Care. -- Institutional Investor](https://tribu.la/the-global-food-system-is-broken-institutional-investors-should-care-institutional-investor/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 May 2023 by Julie Segal, for Institutional Investor. Image by II. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH PGIM, the asset management business of Prudential Financial, has explored the global food ecosystem, including food security and vulnerabilities, in a research project. - [The meat and dairy industries peddle misinformation. It’s time for plant-based food brands to fight back -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/the-meat-and-dairy-industries-peddle-misinformation-its-time-for-plant-based-food-brands-to-fight-back-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 May 2023 by Brian Kateman, for Fast Company. Image by Lyamport Galina Vyacheslavovna/iStock/Getty Images Plus, Chasseur de Couleurs/Getty Images, Mark Reinstein/Corbis/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Oatly, an oat milk brand, has launched a campaign calling for transparency - [New Study Claims Cultivated Meat’s Current Path Is Significantly Worse for Environment Than Beef -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/new-study-claims-cultivated-meats-current-path-is-significantly-worse-for-environment-than-beef-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 May 2023 by Michael Wolf, for The Spoon. Image by The Spoon. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH A new life-cycle analysis suggests that cultivated meat produced through cell-based technology could have a significantly worse environmental impact than traditionally produced - [How Food Companies Can Better Measure Their Sustainability -- HBR](https://tribu.la/how-food-companies-can-better-measure-their-sustainability-hbr/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 May 2023 by Lili Jia,Jaideep Prabhu, and Steve Evans, for Harvard Business Review. Image by Ilka & Franz/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Many food companies struggle to measure and report their environmental performance along the supply chain, resulting in - [Can Farming With Trees Save the Food System? -- Civil Eats](https://tribu.la/can-farming-with-trees-save-the-food-system-civil-eats/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 May 2023 by Lisa Held, for Civil Eats. Image by Nhatt Nichols. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Agroforestry, or farming with trees, is gaining popularity as a sustainable agricultural approach that supports biodiversity and stores carbon. Practices like silvopasture, - [Lever VC Releases SciTech Due Diligence Process for Investing in Cultivated Meat -- Vegconomist](https://tribu.la/lever-vc-releases-scitech-due-diligence-process-for-investing-in-cultivated-meat-vegconomist/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 May 2023, on Vegconomist. Image by Mission Barns. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Lever VC, a global alt protein venture capital fund, has released an internal playbook called the Cultivated Meat Scientific Benchmarks white paper. The white paper aims - [Extreme weather is making coffee cost more and taste worse, report warns -- EuroNews](https://tribu.la/extreme-weather-is-making-coffee-cost-more-and-taste-worse-report-warns-euronews/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 May 2023 by Angela Symons, for EuroNews. Image by Canva. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH A new report warns that global warming will shrink the land suitable for coffee growing by 54% by the end of the century, even - [Food delivery by drone is just part of daily life in Shenzhen -- Technology Review](https://tribu.la/food-delivery-by-drone-is-just-part-of-daily-life-in-shenzhen-technology-review/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 May 2023 by Zeyi Yang, for Technology Review. Image by MEITUAN. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Meituan, China's popular food delivery platform, has been operating drone delivery services in the densely populated city of Shenzhen for the past year - [This Generation Won’t End Factory Farming – But The Next One Might -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/this-generation-wont-end-factory-farming-but-the-next-one-might-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 24 May 2023 by Brian Kateman, for Forbes. Image by GETTY. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Despite increased awareness and interest in plant-based eating, meat consumption in the United States continues to rise, with 98.3% of households still buying meat. - [Researchers want to use 'biochar' to combat climate change -- Science Daily](https://tribu.la/researchers-want-to-use-biochar-to-combat-climate-change-science-daily/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 May 2023 by Tatyana Woodall, Ohio State University, for Science Daily. Image by Soilscape. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Biochar, a carbon-rich material, could be an important tool in agriculture to mitigate climate change. Applying biochar to fields can - [Plans B, C, D, E and F for Startups Looking to Raise Money in a Downturn -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/plans-b-c-d-e-and-f-for-startups-looking-to-raise-money-in-a-downturn-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 25 May 2023 by Frank Milone and Matt DeCoursey, for Crunchbase. Image by Crunchbase. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Startups in need of additional funding can explore various options in an economic downturn. A down round, selling shares at a - [Solinftec presents the Solix Hunter robot, a night predator of insects -- Future Farming](https://tribu.la/solinftec-presents-the-solix-hunter-robot-a-night-predator-of-insects-future-farming/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 May 2023 by Daniel Azevedo, for Future Farming. Image by Solinftec. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Solinftec introduced the Solix Hunter, an autonomous robot that eliminates insects without chemical pesticides. The robot combines crop monitoring with electroshocks to break - [More people are picking up takeout orders themselves to save money and dodge high Uber Eats and DoorDash delivery fees -- Business Insider](https://tribu.la/more-people-are-picking-up-takeout-orders-themselves-to-save-money-and-dodge-high-uber-eats-and-doordash-delivery-fees-business-insider/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 June 2023 by Grace Dean, for Business Insider. Image by Shutterstock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH High delivery fees are leading some people to opt for pickup instead of using third-party delivery platforms like Uber Eats and Doordash. Customers - [Science-based targets for nature come for businesses -- GreenBiz](https://tribu.la/science-based-targets-for-nature-come-for-businesses-greenbiz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 24 May 2023 by Jesse Klein, for GreenBiz. Image by Jesse Klein/GreenBiz. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) has released the first formal framework to help companies set goals for preserving nature and biodiversity. The - [VC funding for food and beverage plunging amid challenging environment, data shows -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/vc-funding-for-food-and-beverage-plunging-amid-challenging-environment-data-shows-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 May 2023 by Christopher Doering, for Food Dive. Image by Meati Foods. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH From late 2020 to mid-2022, food and beverage startups had a favorable environment for raising cash, with over 1,000 deals each quarter - [Instacart users can now plan meals using AI -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/instacart-users-can-now-plan-meals-using-ai-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 May 2023 by Steven Melendez, for FastCompany. Image by Instacart. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Instacart has launched a new feature called "Ask Instacart" that uses AI technology to provide product suggestions in response to customer questions. The feature - [Condition sensor can be printed directly on to food packaging -- Packaging Europe](https://tribu.la/condition-sensor-can-be-printed-directly-on-to-food-packaging-packaging-europe/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 7 June 2023, by Packaging Europe. Image by Packaging Europe. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Senoptica Technologies has developed a sensor that can monitor the condition of perishable food products by printing a food-safe ink directly onto the inside of - [Will precision nutrition determine the future of farming? -- Prairie Star](https://tribu.la/will-precision-nutrition-determine-the-future-of-farming-prairie-star/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 7 June 2023 by Jamie Henneman, for Prairie Star. Image by Prairie Star. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH New science suggests that the relationship between diet and human health may revolutionize farming practices. Agriculture is now expected to produce food - [Why Singapore is the only place in the world selling lab-grown meat -- BBC](https://tribu.la/why-singapore-is-the-only-place-in-the-world-selling-lab-grown-meat-bbc/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 8 June 2023 by Nick Marsh, for BBC. Image by BBC. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Cultivated meat, produced in a laboratory rather than a farm, is gaining attention as a potential revolution in the food industry. Eat Just, a - [New York City's food delivery workers will be the first in the country to get a minimum wage -- Quartz](https://tribu.la/new-york-citys-food-delivery-workers-will-be-the-first-in-the-country-to-get-a-minimum-wage-quartz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 June 2023 by Julia Malleck, for Quartz. Image by Spencer Platt (Getty Images). You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH New York City will implement new regulations to establish a minimum pay rate for food delivery workers, starting at $17.96 per hour - [Packaging Alternative Proteins: Hints and Kinks -- Food Engineering](https://tribu.la/packaging-alternative-proteins-hints-and-kinks-food-engineering/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 June 2023 by Wayne Labs, for Food Engineering. Image by Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Consumer expectations play a significant role in the packaging of alternative protein products, including cost, appearance, taste, mouthfeel, and sustainability. Packaging designs - [Here's how we can make our food system more sustainable -- World Economic Forum](https://tribu.la/heres-how-we-can-make-our-food-system-more-sustainable-world-economic-forum/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 June 2023 by Seth Olson, for World Economic Forum. Image by Pexels/Danang DKW. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Environmental and social scientists have released an update to the planetary boundary framework called the safe and just Earth system boundaries. - [El Nino returns, threatening higher food prices -- DW](https://tribu.la/el-nino-returns-threatening-higher-food-prices-dw/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 June 2023 by Nik Martin, for DW. Image by Rajanish Kakade/AP Photo/picture alliance. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH El Nino has returned after four years, posing a threat to global weather patterns and food inflation. The US National Oceanic - [Domino’s delivers anywhere on the map with latest tech innovation -- Restaurant Dive](https://tribu.la/dominos-delivers-anywhere-on-the-map-with-latest-tech-innovation-restaurant-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 June 2023 by Chris Kelly, for Restaurant Dive. Image by Domino’s Pizza. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Domino's introduces "Pinpoint Delivery," allowing customers to have pizza delivered to any location by dropping a pin on a map in the - [VCs are underinvesting in Latin America agrifoodtech. Fintech and conservation tech could change that -- AFN](https://tribu.la/vcs-are-underinvesting-in-latin-america-agrifoodtech-fintech-and-conservation-tech-could-change-that-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 June 2023 by Jennifer Marston, for AgFunder News. Image by AFN. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Despite Latin America's natural resources and high food production levels, agrifoodtech venture capital has historically underinvested in the region. There are signs of - [Without This, It’s Game Over -- Clear Current Capital](https://tribu.la/without-this-its-game-over-clear-current-capital/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 June 2023 by Steve Molino, for Clear Current Capital. Image by SCiFi. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The author tried a hybrid beef burger made with cultivated beef and plant-based ingredients. The taste, experience, and smell of the burger - [It’s Time to Revisit the ‘Restaurant of the Future’ -- QSR](https://tribu.la/its-time-to-revisit-the-restaurant-of-the-future-qsr/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 June 2023 by Danny Klein, for QSR. Image by Taco Bell. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Deloitte's latest report shows that 55% of customers are dining in-person at the same or higher rate than before the pandemic, while 69% - [Bio-based technologies in climate adaptation: food, water, and feedstock -- World Bio Market Insights](https://tribu.la/bio-based-technologies-in-climate-adaptation-food-water-and-feedstock-world-bio-market-insights/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 June, for World Bio Market Insights. Image by WBMI. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Bio-based technologies and materials can contribute to both climate mitigation and climate adaptation strategies. Recent data suggests that the Earth's climate system is deviating from - [A more volatile normal for food and agricultural commodities -- S&P Global](https://tribu.la/a-more-volatile-normal-for-food-and-agricultural-commodities-sp-global/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 June 2023 by Lee Bridgett, for S&P Global. Image by S&P Global. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Inflation, especially in food prices, has been a significant concern recently. Commodity prices alone do not drive inflation; other factors are involved. - [Why vertical farming just doesn’t work -- Canary Media](https://tribu.la/why-vertical-farming-just-doesnt-work-canary-media/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 June 2023 by Michael Grunwald, for Canary Media. Image by Angela Weiss/AFP/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Agriculture is responsible for significant environmental damage, including land use, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, species extinction, and water pollution. - [What’s on the menu? Revenue growth techniques for restaurants -- McKinsey & Co.](https://tribu.la/whats-on-the-menu-revenue-growth-techniques-for-restaurants-mckinsey-co/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 June 2023 by David Fuller, Jen Henry, Katharine Mattox, Duncan Miller and Ankit Sood for McKinsey & Co. Image by McKinsey & Co. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH American restaurant executives anticipate significant increases in labor and input costs - [Everything You Need To Know About Lab-Grown Meat Now That It’s Here -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/everything-you-need-to-know-about-lab-grown-meat-now-that-its-here-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 June 2023 by Chloe Sorvino, for Forbes. Image by Jeff Chiu/AP Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Lab-grown meat faces challenges due to high costs and scalability issues. Early lab-grown meat products are sold at a loss to match - [Nestlé has changed its mind about using offsets to become carbon-neutral -- Quartz](https://tribu.la/nestle-has-changed-its-mind-about-using-offsets-to-become-carbon-neutral-quartz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 3 July 2023 by Michelle Cheng, for Quartz. Image by Pierre Albouy (Reuters). You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Nestlé, the world's largest food manufacturer, is abandoning the practice of purchasing carbon offsets and instead focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions in - [Lab-grown meat just reached a major milestone. Here’s what comes next - MIT Technology Review](https://tribu.la/lab-grown-meat-just-reached-a-major-milestone-heres-what-comes-next-mit-technology-review/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 June 2023 by Casey Crownhart, for MIT Technology Review. Image by UPSIDE. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The author reflects on their experience as a brief vegetarian during adolescence, noting the changing landscape of meat alternatives. The US Department - [Uber Eats and Doordash are suing New York City over its minimum wage mandate for gig workers -- Quartz](https://tribu.la/uber-eats-and-doordash-are-suing-new-york-city-over-its-minimum-wage-mandate-for-gig-workers-quartz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 6 July 2023 by Diego Lasarte, for Quartz. Image by Tomohiro Ohsumi (Getty Images). You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Major food delivery companies, including DoorDash, UberEats, and GrubHub, are suing New York City over a new law that raises the minimum - [Eating your way to sleep? CPGs are keeping a close eye on sleep-inducing food products -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/eating-your-way-to-sleep-cpgs-are-keeping-a-close-eye-on-sleep-inducing-food-products-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 June 2023 by Alexandra Frost, for Food Dive. Image by Nightfood. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The food industry is targeting the sleep market due to the high prevalence of sleep disorders and the potential for growth in the - [The coming disruption of animal production -- The Globe and Mail](https://tribu.la/the-coming-disruption-of-animal-production-the-globe-and-mail/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 July 2023 by Peter Singer, for The Globe and Mail. Image by Megumi Nachev on Unsplash. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH 2023 is being seen as a significant year for the animal production industry, similar to how 1989 marked - [As lab-grown meat hits menus, the next investor hurdle is scaling -- Reuters](https://tribu.la/as-lab-grown-meat-hits-menus-the-next-investor-hurdle-is-scaling-reuters/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 July 2023 by Leah Douglas, for Reuters. Image by REUTERS/Leah Millis. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH U.S. regulators have cleared the sale of cell-cultivated meat, attracting potential new investment in the sector. Several startups have developed technology to grow - [Transformers: the Google scientists who pioneered an AI revolution -- Financial Times](https://tribu.la/transformers-the-google-scientists-who-pioneered-an-ai-revolution-financial-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 July 2023 by Madhumita Murgia, for Financial Times. Image by FT. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH In 2017, Google researchers stumbled upon the idea of "self-attention," a concept that could enhance machine translation by analyzing entire sentences at once - [Heat, War and Export Bans: Global Food Threats Are On the Rise -- Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/heat-war-and-export-bans-global-food-threats-are-on-the-rise-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 July 2023 by Agnieszka de Sousa, Flavia Rotondi, and Tarso Veloso Ribeiro, for Bloomberg. Image by Natoora. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Scorching temperatures are causing damage to farms in the US, China, and Europe, affecting crop harvests, fruit production, and - [NotCo Joins Brazilian Companies to Launch Base Planta, a New Association to Make Plant-Based More Accessible -- Vegconomist](https://tribu.la/notco-joins-brazilian-companies-to-launch-base-planta-a-new-association-to-make-plant-based-more-accessible-vegconomist/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 July 2023, for Vegconomist. Image by NotCo. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH NotCo Brazil has partnered with Brazilian plant-based companies NUDE, Positive Company, and Vida Veg to form "Base Planta," an association aimed at increasing accessibility of plant-based foods - [AI + Carbon = Funded Startups -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/ai-carbon-funded-startups/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 August 2023 by Joanna Glasner, for Crunchbase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH AI and carbon reduction are trending themes for startup funding recently. Over $400 million invested in startups focusing on AI and carbon reduction - [Where founders go wrong with pitch decks -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/where-founders-go-wrong-with-pitch-decks-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 August 2023 by Haje Jan Kamps, for TechCrunch. Image by Brian A Jackson/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The author has analyzed over 60 pitch decks and provides insights on what works and what doesn't in such presentations. - [YouTube star MrBeast sues ghost kitchen behind MrBeast Burger -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/youtube-star-mrbeast-sues-ghost-kitchen-behind-mrbeast-burger-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 August 2023 by Amanda Silberling, for TechCrunch. Image by Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH MrBeast is suing Virtual Dining Concepts, the company behind his MrBeast Burger ghost kitchen chain, alleging damage to the MrBeast brand. - [Walmart Buys Out Tiger Global’s Flipkart Stake, Valuing Startup at $35B -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/walmart-buys-out-tiger-globals-flipkart-stake-valuing-startup-at-35b-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 July 2023 by Chris Metinko, for Crunchbase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Walmart acquires Tiger Global Management's remaining stake in Flipkart, valuing the Indian e-commerce startup at $35 billion. This valuation is a decrease from - [This fish filet will be grown in a lab and 3D-printed before it ends up on your plate -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/this-fish-filet-will-be-grown-in-a-lab-and-3d-printed-before-it-ends-up-on-your-plate-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 August 2023 by Miranda Lipton, for Fast Company. Image by Steakholder Foods. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Overfishing, microplastics, and mercury pollution threaten global fish populations and marine life. Biotech firm Steakholder Foods and agriculture startup Umami Meats are - [This Heat Is Shaking the Very Foundation of the Ocean Food Web -- Wired](https://tribu.la/this-heat-is-shaking-the-very-foundation-of-the-ocean-food-web-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 August 2023 by Matt Simon, for Wired. Image by Patrick Smith/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Ocean temperatures have soared to unprecedented levels, with a buoy in Florida's Manatee Bay recording a staggering 38.3 degrees Celsius (101 degrees - [Millions of jobs in food production are disappearing — a change in mindset would help to keep them -- Nature](https://tribu.la/millions-of-jobs-in-food-production-are-disappearing-a-change-in-mindset-would-help-to-keep-them-nature/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 July 2023 by Eduardo S. Brondizio, Stacey A. Giroux, Julia C. D. Valliant, Jordan Blekking, Stephanie Dickinson & Beate Henschel, for Nature. Image by Ricardo Oliveira/AFP via Getty. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Major changes are needed in global food production and distribution to achieve - [75 Stories To Learn About Food Tech -- HackerNoon](https://tribu.la/75-stories-to-learn-about-food-tech-hackernoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 06 August 2023, on HackerNoon. Image by HackerNoon. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Explore the realm of Food Tech through a collection of 75 complimentary narratives crafted on HackerNoon. These stories are arranged in descending order of the time readers - [Melatonin, a sleep aid, is a surprising treatment for food waste -- Anthropocene](https://tribu.la/melatonin-a-sleep-aid-is-a-surprising-treatment-for-food-waste-anthropocene/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 August 2023 by Emma Bryce, for Anthropocene. Image by Pexels. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Melatonin, a hormone known for regulating sleep, has potential as a tool to reduce food loss during the transportation of fresh produce. Chilling injury - [Beyond Meat’s new ads send the trillion-dollar meat industry a coded message: Here’s what they mean -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/beyond-meats-new-ads-send-the-trillion-dollar-meat-industry-a-coded-message-heres-what-they-mean-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 August 2023 by Clint Rainey, for FastCompany. Image by Beyond Meat. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Beyond Meat's new advertising campaign aims to combat misinformation about plant-based meat. The campaign, titled "There’s Goodness Here," introduces a fifth-generation farmer named - [A Strategic Or PE Firm Wants To Buy Your Company. Now What? -- CrunchBase](https://tribu.la/a-strategic-or-pe-firm-wants-to-buy-your-company-now-what-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 07 August 2023 by Gaurav Bhasin, for CrunchBase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH CEOs of tech companies may receive unsolicited offers from strategic buyers or private equity funds. Key questions to consider: Do you want to - [Why Is It So Hard for Scholars to Launch Startups? -- Wired](https://tribu.la/why-is-it-so-hard-for-scholars-to-launch-startups-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 August 2023 by Mureji Fatunde, for Wired. Image by Wired / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Universities have untapped potential for commercialization of academic innovations. The goal is to attract and support impact-minded scholars and encourage entrepreneurship - [Climate finance in agrifood is “strikingly low”, says new report from CPI & CLIC -- AgFunder News](https://tribu.la/climate-finance-in-agrifood-is-strikingly-low-says-new-report-from-cpi-clic-agfunder-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 August 2023 by Jennifer Marston, for AgFunder News. Image by iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Climate finance for agrifood systems needs a sevenfold increase to meet climate mitigation and adaptation goals. Current funding falls short: Project-level finance for - [Sidewalk Delivery Startup Serve Robotics To Go Public via Reverse Merger -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/sidewalk-delivery-startup-serve-robotics-to-go-public-via-reverse-merger-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 August 2023 by Michael Wolf, for The Spoon. Image by The Spoon. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Serve Robotics, an autonomous sidewalk delivery robot startup, originally a Postmates research project named X, is going public via a reverse merger. - [How computer science can help farmers develop sustainable farming methods -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/how-computer-science-can-help-farmers-develop-sustainable-farming-methods-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 August 2023 by Barath Raghavan and Michael Kantar, for Fast Company. Image by Erik Isakson/Getty Images; Dusty Pixel/Getty Images; Lucas Ninno/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Half of the world's land is used for growing eight staple crops - [Supermarket AI meal planner app suggests recipe that would create chlorine gas -- The Guardian](https://tribu.la/supermarket-ai-meal-planner-app-suggests-recipe-that-would-create-chlorine-gas-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 August 2023 by Tess McClure, for The Guardian. Image by Jacobs Stock Photography Ltd/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH A New Zealand supermarket, Pak ‘n’ Save, introduced an AI-powered app for generating meal plans using leftover ingredients during - [The most valuable startups are getting closer to profitability, but at a cost -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/the-most-valuable-startups-are-getting-closer-to-profitability-but-at-a-cost-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 August 2023 by Alex Wilhelm, for TechCrunch. Image by Kryssia Campos/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Venture capital slowdown impact on startups and their backers acknowledged; signs of recovery. Bessemer and Forbes Cloud 100 data shows startup progress - [Bain Capital to acquire Brazilian restaurant brand Fogo de Chão -- Verdict Food Service](https://tribu.la/bain-capital-to-acquire-brazilian-restaurant-brand-fogo-de-chao-verdict-food-service/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 August 2023 by Verdict Food Service. Image by Fogo de Chao. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Bain Capital Private Equity is acquiring Brazil-based restaurant brand Fogo de Chão from Rhône Capital. The financial details of the acquisition have not - [Will the Convergence Between Artificial Intelligence and Precision Agriculture Lower Farming Costs? -- Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/will-the-convergence-between-artificial-intelligence-and-precision-agriculture-lower-farming-costs-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 August 2023 by ARK Invest, for Global Ag Tech Initiative. Image by Spencer Scott Pugh en Unsplash. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Crop production costs in the US have surged due to increased input costs (80-250% rise) caused by supply chain - [Juicy Marbles creates plant-based ribs with edible ‘bones’ -- FoodDive](https://tribu.la/juicy-marbles-creates-plant-based-ribs-with-edible-bones-fooddive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 August 2023 by Elizabeth Flood, for FoodDive. Image by Juicy Marbles. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Juicy Marbles plans to launch a new plant-based product, "bone-in ribs," after gathering consumer feedback from an initial batch launch. The rib 'bones' - [Top Packaging Trends: How can industry achieve a Global circular economy? -- FoodTechBiz](https://tribu.la/top-packaging-trends-how-can-industry-achieve-a-global-circular-economy-foodtechbiz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 August 2023 by Mandeep Kaur, for FoodTechBiz. Image by iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Packaging industry is shifting toward sustainability due to environmental concerns. Plastic circularization using post-consumer recycled materials is a key focus. Innovations like chemcycling, depolymerization, - [The truth about apples as a ‘functional’ food—The 1980s concept from Japan that sought to cure the problem of eating like an American -- Fortune](https://tribu.la/the-truth-about-apples-as-a-functional-food-the-1980s-concept-from-japan-that-sought-to-cure-the-problem-of-eating-like-an-american-fortune/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 August 2023 by Janet Colson, for Fortune. Image by Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Apples are not high in vitamin A or vitamin C like some other fruits; they contain bioactive substances instead. Bioactive substances in apples - [What does a plant-based diet look like? Absolutely nothing like tech companies would have you believe -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/what-does-a-plant-based-diet-look-like-absolutely-nothing-like-tech-companies-would-have-you-believe-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 August 2023 by Kristin Toussaint, for Fast Company. Image by Pavel Naumov/iStock/Getty Images Plus. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Meat contributes to 60% of global greenhouse gas emissions from food production, emphasizing the need to eat less meat for - [Phage: The most abundant life form on Earth has a unique license to kill -- Big Think](https://tribu.la/phage-the-most-abundant-life-form-on-earth-has-a-unique-license-to-kill-big-think/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 August 2023 by Tom Ireland, for Big Think. Image by Science Photo Library / Alamy. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Bacteriophages (phages) are viruses that infect and kill bacteria, having no harm on humans. Phages inject their genes into - [Instacart, readying an IPO, is a rare gig-economy company to turn a profit -- Quartz](https://tribu.la/instacart-readying-an-ipo-is-a-rare-gig-economy-company-to-turn-a-profit-quartz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 25 August 2023 by AUTHOR, for Quartz. Image by Dado Ruvic (Reuters). You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Instacart, a grocery-delivery company, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) as a profitable business, unlike other gig-economy companies like Uber and DoorDash. - [Home chef develops amazing new tool that promises to revolutionize home cooking: ‘I’m really proud’ -- The Cooldown](https://tribu.la/home-chef-develops-amazing-new-tool-that-promises-to-revolutionize-home-cooking-im-really-proud-the-cooldown/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 26 August 2023 by Becca Inglis, for The Cooldown. Image by iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH A Redditor introduced a tool called Gumbo that generates recipes from ingredients in your kitchen. Gumbo, a website created from scratch, aids in - [Global water challenge and Cargill launch impactful new projects to expand access to safe drinking water in Brazil -- FoodTechBiz](https://tribu.la/global-water-challenge-and-cargill-launch-impactful-new-projects-to-expand-access-to-safe-drinking-water-in-brazil-foodtechbiz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 August 2023 by FoodTechBiz. Image by Cargill. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH GWC and Cargill launch Brazil projects for safe drinking water during World Water Week 2023 with local NGOs. Cargill Currents, from 2021, tailors water solutions, benefiting 150,000+ - [The Future of Protein: An Interview with Dr. Sparsha Saha -- Harvard Political Review](https://tribu.la/the-future-of-protein-an-interview-with-dr-sparsha-saha-harvard-political-review/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 August 2023 by Nicolette Reale, for Harvard Political Review. Image by Ron Lach (Pexels). You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Dr. Sparsha Saha is an empirical political scientist and lecturer at the Department of Government, specializing in meat politics within - [Governments have put $1 billion toward making better meat alternatives. A lot more is needed -- Vox](https://tribu.la/governments-have-put-1-billion-toward-making-better-meat-alternatives-a-lot-more-is-needed-vox/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 August 2023 by Julieta Cardenas, for Vox. Image by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Alternative protein options are emerging as potential challengers to conventional meat, driven by health and environmental concerns. Governments globally have invested around - [Why the Future of Fast Food is ‘Phygital’ -- QSR Magazine](https://tribu.la/why-the-future-of-fast-food-is-phygital-qsr-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 August 2023 by Danny Klein, for QSR Magazine. Image by Adobe Stock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The "Phygital" trend represents the integration of physical and digital experiences within the restaurant industry. Tillster's 2023 Phygital Index report highlights the - [Brazil robot helps farmers scout, spray and protect crops, developer says -- Reuters](https://tribu.la/brazil-robot-helps-farmers-scout-spray-and-protect-crops-developer-says-reuters/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 August 2023 by Ana Mano, for Reuters. Image by Solinftec/Handout via REUTERS. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Brazilian agriculture startup Solinftec plans to increase deliveries of its farming robot in Brazil and the United States due to growing demand - [Failing Well: How Your ‘Intelligent Failure’ Unlocks Your Full Potential -- HBS](https://tribu.la/failing-well-how-your-intelligent-failure-unlocks-your-full-potential-hbs/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 September 2023 by Michael Blanding, for HBS. Image by iStock/ tiero. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH In the 1990s, Eli Lilly spent years and millions of dollars developing the drug Alimta for lung cancer treatment, but it initially failed - [Sustainable Seafood Startups Are The Catch Of The Day -- CrunchBase](https://tribu.la/sustainable-seafood-startups-are-the-catch-of-the-day-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 September 2023 by Joanna Glasner, for CunchBase. Image by Dom Guzman. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The seafood industry is facing challenges due to overfishing and climate change, making it difficult to find sustainable and affordable seafood. Startups in - [Impact Investing for the Missing Middle in Agri-Finance -- Stanford Social Innovation Review](https://tribu.la/impact-investing-for-the-missing-middle-in-agri-finance-stanford-social-innovation-review/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 06 September 2023 by Wouter Vandersypen, Chris Claes & Steven Serneels, for Stanford Social Innovation Review. Image by iStock/Olga Seifutdinova. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Cooperatives in developing countries face challenges in building up reserves and accessing capital for long-term investments due to - [RipeLocker snags $10M to boost production of tech that preserves food and flowers -- GeekWire](https://tribu.la/ripelocker-snags-10m-to-boost-production-of-tech-that-preserves-food-and-flowers-geekwire/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 September 2023ripelo by Nate Bek, for Geek Wire. Image by RipeLocker. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Seattle food-tech startup RipeLocker secured $10 million in funding for design enhancements and inventory expansion. RipeLocker's technology preserves fruits, nuts, hops, and flowers - [New floating sea farms could increase both food security and freshwater supplies -- Sustainability Times](https://tribu.la/new-floating-sea-farms-could-increase-both-food-security-and-freshwater-supplies-sustainability-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 September 2023 by Daniel T. Cross, for Sustainability Times. Image by Pixabay/rgerber. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Freshwater sources worldwide are declining due to climate change and pollution. Researchers at the University of South Australia have developed a self-sustaining - [A plant-based lifestyle could double climate benefits by 2050 -- Interesting Engineering](https://tribu.la/a-plant-based-lifestyle-could-double-climate-benefits-by-2050-interesting-engineering/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 September 2023 by Shubhangi Dua, for Interesting Engineering. Image by marilyna / iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Scientists have long advocated for a plant-based diet to reduce global emissions, given the urgency of climate change and its unexpected - [The food industry pays ‘influencer’ dietitians to shape your eating habits -- The Washington Post](https://tribu.la/the-food-industry-pays-influencer-dietitians-to-shape-your-eating-habits-the-washington-post/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 September 2023 by Anahad O’Connor, Caitlin Gilbert and Sasha Chavkin, for The Washington Post. Image by The Washington Post. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The food and beverage industry has been paying registered dietitians with large social media followings to promote their - [Taking a Big Bite Out of Methane in Meat and Milk -- The Breakthrough Institute](https://tribu.la/taking-a-big-bite-out-of-methane-in-meat-and-milk-the-breakthrough-institute/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 07 September 2023 by Chris Gambino, for The Breakthrough Institute. Image by AdobeStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, threatens food production by contributing to global warming, reducing crop yields through tropospheric ozone, and impacting livestock - [Supermarket Food Waste Is a Big Problem. Are Strategic Price Cuts the Solution?](https://tribu.la/supermarket-food-waste-is-a-big-problem-are-strategic-price-cuts-the-solution/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 September 2023 by Katie Rodriguez, for Civil Eats. Image by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Dynamic pricing, which involves adjusting prices based on factors like inventory and demand, is a common practice in industries like airlines, - [Insiders Reveal Major Problems at Lab-Grown-Meat Startup Upside Foods -- Wired](https://tribu.la/insiders-reveal-major-problems-at-lab-grown-meat-startup-upside-foods-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 September 2023 by Matt Reynolds, for Wired. Image by Mark Harris. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Upside Foods allowed diners at Bar Crenn to sample their cultivated meat, receiving praise for its taste and texture. Former and current employees - [Instacart sets IPO price at $30 a share, valuing the company at about $10 billion -- AP News](https://tribu.la/instacart-sets-ipo-price-at-30-a-share-valuing-the-company-at-about-10-billion-ap-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 September 2023 by Dee-Ann Durbin, for AP News. Image by AP Photo/Richard Drew. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Instacart raised $660 million in its initial public offering (IPO) by selling 22 million shares at $30 per share. The company's - [A Billion-Dollar Plan to Fix Farm Emissions Might Make Things Worse -- Wired](https://tribu.la/a-billion-dollar-plan-to-fix-farm-emissions-might-make-things-worse-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 September 2023 by Matt Reynolds, for Wired. Image by Edwin Remzberg / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Agriculture is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for 10 percent of emissions in the US. Agriculture has - [Mars and Digitalis Ventures launches $300M fund to back pet health startups in the US and Europe -- Tech Funding News](https://tribu.la/mars-and-digitalis-ventures-launches-300m-fund-to-back-pet-health-startups-in-the-us-and-europe-tech-funding-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 October 2023 by Abhinaya Prabhu, for Tech Funding News. Image by rugercm/DepositPhotos. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Mars, Incorporated and Digitalis Ventures have launched Companion Fund II, a $300 million venture capital fund focused on supporting startups in the - [Looming seafood shortage expected to drive alternative protein market, research says -- The Grocer](https://tribu.la/looming-seafood-shortage-expected-to-drive-alternative-protein-market-research-says-the-grocer/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 October 2023 by Grace Duncan, for The Grocer. Image by Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH McKinsey & Company research predicts a 14% surge in global seafood demand by 2030, driven by a looming seafood shortage. Due to - [The future of alt-dairy: Givaudan highlights drivers, scalability & implementation of booming category -- Food Ingredients First](https://tribu.la/the-future-of-alt-dairy-givaudan-highlights-drivers-scalability-implementation-of-booming-category-food-ingredients-first/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 October 2023 by Elizabeth Green, for Food Ingredients First. Image by FIF. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Givaudan is actively involved in promoting sustainable alternative proteins in the agrifood innovation ecosystem. The company has been working on protein diversification - [Does lab-grown meat contain cancer cells? -- DW](https://tribu.la/does-lab-grown-meat-contain-cancer-cells-dw/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 October 2023 by Martin Kuebler, for DW. Image by Bernd Weißbrod/dpa/picture alliance. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH German startup The Cultivated B is seeking approval for its lab-grown sausage product composed of vegan ingredients, including cultivated meat. Lab-grown meat - [Are you a vegetarian? It may be in your genes -- The Washington Post](https://tribu.la/are-you-a-vegetarian-it-may-be-in-your-genes-the-washington-post/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 October 2023 by Shannon Osaka, for The Washington Post. Image by Washington Post illustration; iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The percentage of the U.S. population that identifies as vegetarian is declining, with only 4% in August 2023 compared - [Paine Schwartz Partners closes $1.7 billion fund -- Food Business News](https://tribu.la/paine-schwartz-partners-closes-1-7-billion-fund-food-business-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 September 2023 by Brooke Just, for Food Business News. Image by Andrii Yalanskyi – Stock.Adobe. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Paine Schwartz Partners has successfully closed its Paine Schwartz Food Chain Fund VI, L.P. with $1.7 billion in capital, - [Adapting to a world with higher interest rates — a guide for startups -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/adapting-to-a-world-with-higher-interest-rates-a-guide-for-startups-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 October 2023 by Mohit Agarwal, for TechCrunch. Image by Mike Kemp / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Capital efficiency is often overlooked by startups in favor of other priorities like product-market fit and marketing. Early-stage startups should focus - [‘Either they go bankrupt, or they need to adapt’: The investment landscape of food tech in 2023 -- Food Navigator](https://tribu.la/either-they-go-bankrupt-or-they-need-to-adapt-the-investment-landscape-of-food-tech-in-2023-food-navigator/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 October 2023 by Augustus Bambridge-Sutton, for Food Navigator. Image by Michael Blann / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Martin Davalos, Partner at McWin Partners, highlights the idea that the best companies and entrepreneurs are forged during times - [Hype built the cultivated meat industry. Now it could end it. -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/hype-built-the-cultivated-meat-industry-now-it-could-end-it-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 October 2023 by Brian Kateman, for Fast Company. Image by AlexandrBognat/iStock/Getty Images Plus, Sergii Iaremenko/Science Photo Library/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The author, the founder of the Reducetarian Foundation, believes that we should find ways to reduce - [The slow road to retail: How consumers are dictating cultivated meat’s strategy -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/the-slow-road-to-retail-how-consumers-are-dictating-cultivated-meats-strategy-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 Oct 2023 by Elizabeth Flood, for Food Dive. Image by SolStock via Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH In June, Upside Foods and Eat Just received USDA approval to enter the U.S. market with cultivated meat. Both companies' - [Yooga wants its restaurant operating system to be ‘Toast of Latin America’ -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/yooga-wants-its-restaurant-operating-system-to-be-toast-of-latin-america-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 October 2023 by Christine Hall, for TechCrunch. Image by Yooga. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Brazil-based restaurant operation management system, Yooga, raised $2.3 million in seed capital from a round led by SaaSholic, with participation from Gilgamesh, Apex Partners, - [Plant-Based Price Parity: Lidl Germany’s Own-Label Vegan Alternatives Will Now Cost the Same as Meat & Dairy -- Green Queen](https://tribu.la/plant-based-price-parity-lidl-germanys-own-label-vegan-alternatives-will-now-cost-the-same-as-meat-dairy-green-queen/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 October 2023 by Anay Mridul, for Green Queen. Image by Lidl. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Lidl, the German retailer, will introduce price parity for most of its Vemondo plant-based products, aligning their prices with traditional animal-based equivalents. The - [Uber warning that food delivery prices could spike 85% shows gig workers are underpaid, experts say -- The Guardian](https://tribu.la/uber-warning-that-food-delivery-prices-could-spike-85-shows-gig-workers-are-underpaid-experts-say-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 October 2023 by Jordyn Beazley, for The Guardian. Image by Bloomberg/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Uber warns that Australians may pay up to 85% more for meal delivery if gig economy workers are treated as employees under - [Can ‘designer fats’ made by microbes compete with animal fats and tropical oils? In conversation with Melt & Marble -- AFN](https://tribu.la/can-designer-fats-made-by-microbes-compete-with-animal-fats-and-tropical-oils-in-conversation-with-melt-marble-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 October 2023 by Elaine Watson, for AFN. Image by Melt&Marble. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Swedish startup Melt&Marble is using engineered yeast strains to produce specialized fats for meat alternatives. The company can customize fats by engineering yeast to - [Where’s the innovation in induction kitchens? -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/wheres-the-innovation-in-induction-kitchens-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 October 2023 by Tim De Chant, for TechCrunch. Image by Fabita. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH High-end kitchens have featured massive statement ranges with multiple gas burners, ovens, and cooking grates, but many high-end restaurants have shifted to portable - [Self-Checkout Is a Failed Experiment -- The Atlantic](https://tribu.la/self-checkout-is-a-failed-experiment-the-atlantic/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 October 2023 by Amanda Mull, for The Atlantic. Image by Ben Kothe / The Atlantic. Sources: Getty. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Self-checkout kiosks in American grocery stores were initially promoted as a way to reduce checkout lines and - [Tyson Foods partners with insect protein startup to develop ingredient facility -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/tyson-foods-partners-with-insect-protein-startup-to-develop-ingredient-facility-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 October 2023 by Chris Casey, for Food Dive. Image by Protix. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Insect protein is gaining popularity with companies introducing cricket-based snacks and powders as a sustainable alternative to traditional meats. Cricket ingredient brand Exo - [Early-stage founders are optimistic about raising again — but not all of them -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/early-stage-founders-are-optimistic-about-raising-again-but-not-all-of-them-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 19 October 2023 by Rebecca Szkutak, for TechCrunch. Image by Feodora Chiosea / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH A survey by January Ventures shows increasing optimism among early-stage founders regarding their ability to raise capital in 2023, with 57% feeling - [Argentina’s Kilimo on developing a water savings market in Latin America -- AFN](https://tribu.la/argentinas-kilimo-on-developing-a-water-savings-market-in-latin-america-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 October 2023 by Louisa Burwood-Taylor, for AFN. Image by AFN. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Kilimo, an Argentina-based company, shifted its business model from selling irrigation management tools to farmers to focusing on "water neutrality" for corporate clients. Farmers - [‘The anti-livestock people are a pest’: how UN food body played down role of farming in climate change -- The Guardian](https://tribu.la/the-anti-livestock-people-are-a-pest-how-un-food-body-played-down-role-of-farming-in-climate-change-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 October 2023 by Arthur Neslen, for The Guardian. Image by Pier Paolo Cito/FAO. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH In 2006, the UN FAO released the "Livestock’s Long Shadow" report, estimating that livestock were responsible for 18% of global greenhouse - [How Singapore is helping 'future-food' companies scale up -- Business Insider](https://tribu.la/how-singapore-is-helping-future-food-companies-scale-up-business-insider/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 November 2023 by Insider Studios and the Singapore Economic Development Board, for Business Insider. Image by Corning Life Sciences . You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH ScaleUp Bio, a Singapore-based company, is developing innovative fermentation technology to produce essential food ingredients - [Signal: another bad year for plastic sustainability among FMCG giants – EMF -- JustFood](https://tribu.la/signal-another-bad-year-for-plastic-sustainability-among-fmcg-giants-emf-justfood/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 November 2023 by Elizabeth Cooke, for JustFood. Image by Oleg Krugliak / Shutterstock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Global Commitment progress report reveals FMCG giants lagging behind their 2025 sustainable plastic use targets. Good progress seen - [Verqor secures $7.5m to revolutionise Mexico’s agri-FinTech space -- FinTech Global](https://tribu.la/verqor-secures-7-5m-to-revolutionise-mexicos-agri-fintech-space-fintech-global/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 November by FinTech Global. Image by Unsplash. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Verqor, a FinTech firm focused on digitalizing Mexico's agricultural sector, recently raised $7.5 million in funding through a pre-Series A round. The funding was led by Yara - [‘Startup nation’ at war: How Israel’s food tech sector is handling upheaval -- FoodDive](https://tribu.la/startup-nation-at-war-how-israels-food-tech-sector-is-handling-upheaval-fooddive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 November 2023 by Elizabeth Flood, for FoodDive. Image by Alexi J. Rosenfeld via Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Israel's startup culture in food technology is under threat due to the recent war with Hamas. Israel has been - [Loads, Chilean agtech, secures $2 million seed investment for expansion -- Contexto](https://tribu.la/loads-chilean-agtech-secures-2-million-seed-investment-for-expansion-contexto/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 November 2023 by Ayax Bellido, for Contexto. Image by Loads. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Chilean agtech startup, Loads, secures USD $2 million in seed capital from investors including Nazca, Canary, Alaya Capital, and angel investors. Founded by Venezuelan - [Ingredion reorganizes business, focuses on ‘texture and healthful solutions’ -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/ingredion-reorganizes-business-focuses-on-texture-and-healthful-solutions-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 November 2023 by Elizabeth Flood, for Food Dive. Image by Ingredion. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Ingredion, based in Westchester, Illinois, is expanding its portfolio to target the dairy and vegan markets, providing healthier options for formulators. The company - [Synthetic fats made from only water and air could be environmentally transformative -- Anthropocene](https://tribu.la/synthetic-fats-made-from-only-water-and-air-could-be-environmentally-transformative-anthropocene/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 November 2023 by Emma Bryce, for Anthropocene. Image by Envato Elements. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Palm oil, present in ice cream and various snacks, contributes to deforestation and biodiversity loss Recent food tech advancements allow for the creation - [Food industry calls for more time to implement EU deforestation rules -- Financial Times](https://tribu.la/food-industry-calls-for-more-time-to-implement-eu-deforestation-rules-financial-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 November 2023 by Susannah Savage, Kenza Bryan, Alice Hancock and Michael Pooler, for Financial Times. Image by Michael Dantas/AFP/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The food industry criticizes the EU for insufficient detail and preparation time for new rules to reduce carbon - [Can Food and Agriculture Companies Raise Their Game? -- Bain & Company](https://tribu.la/can-food-and-agriculture-companies-raise-their-game-bain-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 November 2023 by John Blasberg, Andrew Keech, Vikki Tam, and Sasha Duchnowski, for Bain & Company. Image by Bain. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH The global food system, a human achievement, is under scrutiny for environmental and health concerns, - [Is AI the answer to sustainable farming? -- The Verge](https://tribu.la/is-ai-the-answer-to-sustainable-farming-the-verge/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 November 2023 by Abigail Bassett, for The Verge. Image by Nico H. Brausch. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Zordi, founded by a robotics expert and a sixth-generation farmer, aims to tackle climate change challenges in agriculture through a blend - [How Global Companies Use AI to Prevent Supply Chain Disruptions -- HBR](https://tribu.la/how-global-companies-use-ai-to-prevent-supply-chain-disruptions-hbr/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 21 November 2023 by Remko Van Hoek and Mary Lacity, for HBR. Image by Jorg Greuel/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Global companies leverage advanced AI for resilient supply chains post-pandemic disruptions. AI tools offer enhanced visibility, faster response to disruptions, - [Jack Ma, the poster boy of China's tech scene, is moving into the food business -- Business Insider](https://tribu.la/jack-ma-the-poster-boy-of-chinas-tech-scene-is-moving-into-the-food-business-business-insider/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 November 2023 by Huileng Tan, for Business Insider. Image by Andrew Burton/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Jack Ma, previously a symbol of China's tech industry, is venturing into the food business by establishing "Hangzhou Ma's Kitchen Food" - [Eat Less Meat Is Message for Rich World in Food’s First Net Zero Plan -- Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/eat-less-meat-is-message-for-rich-world-in-foods-first-net-zero-plan-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 25 November 2023 by Agnieszka de Sousa, for Bloomberg. Image by Bloomberg. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH UN's Food & Agriculture Organization to release a global food systems' plan aligning with Paris climate agreement during COP28 summit. Emphasis on curbing - [How Dog Food Inspired Kellogg’s Most Iconic Breakfast Item -- VinePair](https://tribu.la/how-dog-food-inspired-kelloggs-most-iconic-breakfast-item-vinepair/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 21 November 2023 by Olivia White, for VinePair. Image by Sara Pinsonault. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Breakfast's historical importance faced challenges due to busy mornings in the 1950s-'60s, with more people working and less time for morning meals. Competition - [Mars Needs Insects -- New York Times](https://tribu.la/mars-needs-insects-new-york-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 November 2023 by Sarah Scoles, for New York Times. Image by Adara Sánchez. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Emmanuel Mendoza, a Texas A&M University undergraduate, cultivated pea plants in Mars-like soil, utilizing black soldier fly larvae waste (frass) as - [Farm as a Battery: Harnessing crop growth flexibility for sustainable energy storage -- Vertical Farm Daily](https://tribu.la/farm-as-a-battery-harnessing-crop-growth-flexibility-for-sustainable-energy-storage-vertical-farm-daily/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 November 2023 by Rebekka Boekhout, for Vertical Farm Daily. Image by Flex Farming. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Electricity accounts for 70% of vertical farming costs, prompting FlexFarming's investigation into solutions. FlexFarming aims to be the UK's first net-zero - [Cultivated meat labeling puzzle could bring legal headaches -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/cultivated-meat-labeling-puzzle-could-bring-legal-headaches-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 November 2023 by Elizabeth Flood, for Food Dive. Image by Upside Foods. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Cultivated meat faces challenges with consumer trust and labeling post-regulatory approval. USDA and FDA settled on "cultivated meat" labeling after disagreements, stressing - [Sustainable food production and consumption: Exploring the transition to alternative proteins -- PhysOrg](https://tribu.la/sustainable-food-production-and-consumption-exploring-the-transition-to-alternative-proteins-physorg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 November 2023 by University of Manchester, for PhysOrg. Image by v2osk. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Animal agriculture significantly impacts the environment and contributes to climate change; alternative proteins are seen as solutions to reduce this burden by shifting - [The next big technologies in food and agriculture for 2023 -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/the-next-big-technologies-in-food-and-agriculture-for-2023-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 November 2023 by Adele Peters, for FastCompany. Image by FastCompany. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Agriculture faces challenges due to its significant carbon footprint and climate change-induced extreme weather, spurring technological advancements. Aigen developed a solar-powered robotic weeding machine - [Plans to present meat as ‘sustainable nutrition’ at Cop28 revealed -- The Guardian](https://tribu.la/plans-to-present-meat-as-sustainable-nutrition-at-cop28-revealed-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 November 2023 by Rachel Sherrington, for The Guardian. Image by Bloomberg/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Meat industry and lobby groups plan a significant presence at Cop28, aiming to convey a pro-meat message to policymakers. Documents reveal JBS - [Over 130 Nations Agree To Include Food, Agriculture In Climate Plans -- Barrons](https://tribu.la/over-130-nations-agree-to-include-food-agriculture-in-climate-plans-barrons/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 December 2023 by AFP, published by Barrons. Image by Matt Palmer. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH 134 countries, covering 70% of global food production, prioritize food and agriculture in climate plans at COP28. Despite being responsible for a third - [Scaling slaughter-free meat is hard. Here’s one way to make it easier -- Vox](https://tribu.la/scaling-slaughter-free-meat-is-hard-heres-one-way-to-make-it-easier-vox/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 1 December 2023 by Julieta Cardenas, for Vox. Image by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Idealistic vision: Dream of meals without environmental impact or animal welfare issues Progress towards this vision: Advancements in cell-cultivated meat, seen as - [The eggs of the future will be from precision fermentation -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/the-eggs-of-the-future-will-be-from-precision-fermentation-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 December 2023 by Maija Itkonen, for FastCompany. Image by Meilun/iStock/Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Egg production has nearly doubled in the past two decades and is projected to reach 138 million tons by 2030, equating to over - [Silicon Valley’s $445 million robot pizza revolution that wasn’t -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/silicon-valleys-445-million-robot-pizza-revolution-that-wasnt-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 December 2023 by Kristen Hawley for FastCompany. Image by Zohar Lazar. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH CNBC's Mad Money highlighted Zume, a Silicon Valley startup, for its robotic pizza-making technology, touting it as revolutionary in the pizza industry. Zume - [E-grocers, meal kit makers focus on reduction and reuse with packaging innovation -- Grocery Dive](https://tribu.la/e-grocers-meal-kit-makers-focus-on-reduction-and-reuse-with-packaging-innovation-grocery-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 December 2023 by Hollie Stephens, for Grocery Dive. Image by HelloFresh. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH E-commerce grocery companies focus on personalized packaging and recycling for sustainability. HelloFresh optimizes packaging based on climate, using different insulation for various regions. - [Soil: The Bridge Between Global Environmental Challenges -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/soil-the-bridge-between-global-environmental-challenges-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 December 2023 by Felicia Jackson, for Forbes. Image by Anne-Christine Poujoulat / AFP. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH COP28 marked a new recognition of the interconnectedness between climate change, biodiversity loss, and food insecurity. Soil, often overlooked, emerged as - [A mushrooming trend: how fungi became an It food -- The Guardian](https://tribu.la/a-mushrooming-trend-how-fungi-became-an-it-food-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 December 2023 by Whitney Bauck, for The Guardian. Image by Laura Murray/Smallhold. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Mushroom products are flooding US grocery stores, from fresh options to innovative items like cordyceps tea, chaga coffee, and reishi-infused chocolate bars. - [Travis Kalanick is Building Restaurant Robots With Help of Uber’s Former Head of Self-Driving Cars -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/travis-kalanick-is-building-restaurant-robots-with-help-of-ubers-former-head-of-self-driving-cars-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 December 2023 by Michael Wolf, for The Spoon. Image by The Spoon. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Travis Kalanick's venture, City Storage Systems (CSS), is venturing into restaurant innovation via CloudKitchens, aiming to revolutionize restaurant operations. CSS, in conjunction - [Cows in Rotterdam harbor, seedlings on rafts in India; are floating farms the future? -- Quartz](https://tribu.la/cows-in-rotterdam-harbor-seedlings-on-rafts-in-india-are-floating-farms-the-future-quartz/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 December 2023 by Mike Corder And Melina Walling, Associated Press, on Quartz. Image by AP Photo/Marco Ugarte. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Cows graze on a three-tiered structure in Rotterdam, fed hay and salvaged oranges, with their products sold - [The secret to getting people to eat more plant-based food -- The Washington Post](https://tribu.la/the-secret-to-getting-people-to-eat-more-plant-based-food/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 December 2023 by Allyson Chiu, for The Washington Post. Image by Emily Sabens/The Washington Post; iStock. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Study shows using terms like "vegan" or "plant-based" on food labels decreases appeal to consumers. Labels emphasizing health - [The world now has a roadmap for food and climate. But it’s missing a few things -- Grist](https://tribu.la/the-world-now-has-a-roadmap-for-food-and-climate-but-its-missing-a-few-things/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 December 2023 by Max Graham, for Grist. Image by Sean Gallup / Getty Images. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH UN's first food and agriculture focus at the climate conference lacked groundbreaking proposals, criticized for avoiding key issues like industrial - [FAO Roadmap Urges Greater Intensification Of Animal Agriculture -- Plant Based News](https://tribu.la/fao-roadmap-urges-greater-intensification-of-animal-agriculture/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 December 2023 by Daniel Clark, for Plant Based News. Image by Haig / World Animal Protection / We Animals Media. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH UN FAO roadmap discusses benefits of reducing meat consumption in wealthy nations but falls - [Food tech investment outlook positive despite 2023 declines -- Food Business News](https://tribu.la/food-tech-investment-outlook-positive-despite-2023-declines-food-business-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 January 2023 by Caleb Wilson, for Food Business News. Image by Maksym Yemelyanov - Adobe. You can read the original publication HERE. ENGLISH Investments in early-stage food technology companies decreased by approximately 14% in the third fiscal quarter of 2023, reaching $2 - [This AI company wants to solve food-related climate challenges -- Fortune](https://tribu.la/this-ai-company-wants-to-solve-food-related-climate-challenges-fortune/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 January 2023 by Stephanie Cain, for Fortune. Image by Getty Images. ENGLISH McCain Foods, a frozen food company, faces challenges in sweet potato and onion crop predictability due to climate change. ClimateAi, an AI-driven SaaS product, provides short- and long-term climate risk - [World's First Fully AI-Powered Restaurant Opens in Pasadena -- Los Angeles Magazine](https://tribu.la/worlds-first-fully-ai-powered-restaurant-opens-in-pasadena-los-angeles-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 January 2024 by Julius Miller, for Los Angeles Magazine. Image by Getty Images. ENGLISH CaliExpress, the world's first fully autonomous, AI-powered restaurant, is now open in Southern California, operated by the Cali Group. The project involves a collaboration between Cali Group, Miso - [The Bill Gates Bug-Eating Conspiracy, Explained -- Senient Media](https://tribu.la/the-bill-gates-bug-eating-conspiracy-explained-senient-media/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 January 2024 by Jessica Scott-Reid, for Sentient Media. Image by Sentient Media. ENGLISH The article addresses the conspiracy theory that Bill Gates is pushing for the consumption of insects as an alternative to traditional meat, and explores its origins and perpetuation. It - [Unlocking The Benefits Of Amazonian Plants For The Rest Of The World -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/unlocking-the-benefits-of-amazonian-plants-for-the-rest-of-the-world/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 December 2023 by Christine Ro, for Forbes. Image by Horta da Terra. ENGLISH Horta da Terra, a company in the Brazilian state of Pará, cultivates a diverse range of plants from the Amazon rainforest, emphasizing restoration and regenerative agricultural practices. The farm - [Argentina farm exports halved in 2023 to settle at nearly $20 bln - Reuters](https://tribu.la/argentina-farm-exports-halved-in-2023-to-settle-at-nearly-20-bln-reuters/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 January 2024 by Maximilian Heath, for Reuters. Image by Reuters/Agustin Marcarian. ENGLISH Argentine farm exports in 2023: $19.7 billion, a 51% drop from the previous year, primarily due to adverse weather affecting agricultural output. Argentina, a significant global exporter of soybeans, corn, - [Agriculture: Changing animal feed reduces consumption of natural resources such as soil and water -- Phys.org](https://tribu.la/agriculture-changing-animal-feed-reduces-consumption-of-natural-resources-such-as-soil-and-water-phys-org/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 January 2024 by Polytechnic University of Milan, for Phys.org. Image by Polytechnic University of Milan. ENGLISH Study emphasizes increased use of by-products in feed sector for sustainability. Research analyzes competition for natural resources between animal and human food production. Substituting 11-16% of - [The Case for Doubling Down on Agricultural R&D -- The Breakthrough Institute](https://tribu.la/the-case-for-doubling-down-on-agricultural-rd-the-breakthrough-institute/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 January 2024 by Dan Blaustein-Rejto, for The Breakthrough Institute. Image by Adobe Stock. ENGLISH Doubling government funding for agricultural R&D can benefit the environment and the economy. Decline in R&D spending over two decades is a threat to agricultural progress and sustainability. - [What business model makes sense for cultivated meat? ‘Startups cannot be in the capex business,’ says UMAMI Bioworks -- AFN](https://tribu.la/what-business-model-makes-sense-for-cultivated-meat-startups-cannot-be-in-the-capex-business-says-umami-bioworks-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 January by Elaine Watson, for AFN. Image by UMAMI Bioworks. ENGLISH Josh Tetrick faces funding challenges for large-scale cultivated chicken plant, emphasizing the need for cost-effective facilities. Mihir Pershad of UMAMI Bioworks notes the challenge of funding even a $100-200 million viable - [‘Plant-Based’ Has Lost All Meaning -- The Atlantic](https://tribu.la/plant-based-has-lost-all-meaning-the-atlantic/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 January 2024 by Yasmin Tayag, for The Atlantic. Image by Matteo Giuseppe Pani. Source: Getty. ENGLISH The author initially adopted a plant-based diet for health, environmental, and ethical reasons, but found plant-based meat alternatives to be expensive, made with complex ingredients, and - [The Future of Lab-Grown Meat? In the Netherlands, It’s Locally Grown -- Sentient](https://tribu.la/the-future-of-lab-grown-meat-in-the-netherlands-its-locally-grown-sentient/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 December 2023 by Francesco de Augustinis, for Sentient. Image by Sentient. ENGLISH The lab-grown meat industry faces financial challenges and scaling issues, as highlighted in recent news coverage. In the Netherlands, a partnership is developing a decentralized model for cultivated meat production, - [Aleph Farms’ cultivated beef process receives blessing from Israeli government -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/aleph-farms-cultivated-beef-process-receives-blessing-from-israeli-government-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 January 2024 by Christine Hall, for TechCrunch. Image by Aleph Farms. ENGLISH Aleph Farms has received regulatory approval from Israel’s Ministry of Health for its cultivated beef manufacturing process, making it the first company to achieve this milestone for cultivated beef. The - [Data snapshot: Agrifood-focused VC funds still just 2% of the global investment pool, says Valoral Advisors -- AFN](https://tribu.la/data-snapshot-agrifood-focused-vc-funds-still-just-2-of-the-global-investment-pool-says-valoral-advisors-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 25 January 2024 by Jennifer Marston, for AFN. Image by AFN. ENGLISH Agrifood venture capital represents a small fraction (2%) of global investment. The number of agrifood-focused VC funds has increased over the past decade but growth has slowed in recent years. Challenges - [The dubious climate gains of turning soil into a carbon sink -- Financial Times](https://tribu.la/the-dubious-climate-gains-of-turning-soil-into-a-carbon-sink-financial-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 January 2024 by Susannah Savage, for Financial Times. Image by Herwood Yu/Bloomberg. ENGLISH Regenerative agriculture, aimed at improving soil health, gains attention from farmers and big food companies due to its potential to increase carbon sequestration and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Companies - [Study: The AI Revolution Within F&B Industry Could Take a While -- The Food Institute](https://tribu.la/study-the-ai-revolution-within-fb-industry-could-take-a-while-the-food-institute/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 January 2024 by Marcy Kreiter, for The Food Institute. Image by The Food Institute. ENGLISH Kura Revolving Sushi Bar in Skokie, Illinois, employs robots for drink orders but faces navigation challenges due to narrow aisles. MIT CSAIL study suggests AI automation isn't - [This sci-fi device knows exactly how long an avocado will last -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/this-sci-fi-device-knows-exactly-how-long-an-avocado-will-last-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 26 January 2024 by Adele Peters, for Fast Company. Image by OneThird. ENGLISH OneThird, a startup, developed a device that utilizes infrared light and AI to predict the shelf life of fruits, aiming to reduce food waste, especially in fresh produce. The technology - [Cultivated Meat Production Costs Could Fall Significantly with New Cells Created at Tufts -- TuftsNow](https://tribu.la/cultivated-meat-production-costs-could-fall-significantly-with-new-cells-created-at-tufts-tuftsnow/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 26 January 2024 by Mike Silver, for TuftsNow. Image by Alonso Nichols. ENGLISH Cellular agriculture is advancing, with Tufts University's Center for Cellular Agriculture (TUCCA) achieving a breakthrough in creating bovine muscle cells that produce their own growth factors, led by David Kaplan. - [The Murky Campaign to Discredit Lab-Grown Meat -- Wired](https://tribu.la/the-murky-campaign-to-discredit-lab-grown-meat-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 January 2024 by Matt Reynolds, for Wired. Image by Ivy Farms. ENGLISH A public information campaign against lab-grown meat, run by the Center for the Environment and Welfare (CEW), associated with Berman and Company, aims to educate about cultivated meat. Critics, including - [Ingredion partners, invests in startup reducing sugar in juice -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/ingredion-partners-invests-in-startup-reducing-sugar-in-juice-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 January 2024 by Christopher Doering, for FoodDive. Image by Better Juice. ENGLISH Consumer demand for low-sugar food and beverages is driving manufacturers to introduce new products or reformulate existing ones. Ingredion, investing $300 million in sugar reduction, collaborates with Better Juice, which - [Izote Biosciences takes in $2.6M to develop a fermentation process sans oxygen -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/izote-biosciences-takes-in-2-6m-to-develop-a-fermentation-process-sans-oxygen-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 February 2024 by Christine Hall, for TechCrunch. Image by Izote Biosciences. ENGLISH Precision fermentation for bio-based products remains costly and scalability is a challenge. Izote Biosciences raised $2.6 million in a pre-seed round in October to develop a method enabling anaerobic bacteria - [Is indoor farming entering a new era? Growing without LEDs -- Vertical Farm Daily](https://tribu.la/is-indoor-farming-entering-a-new-era-growing-without-leds-vertical-farm-daily/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 January 2024 by Rebekka Boekhout, for Vertical Farms Daily. Image by Square Roots. ENGLISH Square Roots, a CEA startup, introduces a program supported by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation aiming to demonstrate that light can be removed from - [Brussels bows to farmers’ protests by slashing environmental targets -- Financial Times](https://tribu.la/brussels-bows-to-farmers-protests-by-slashing-environmental-targets-financial-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 February 2024 by Andy Bounds, for Financial Times. Image by Belga Mag/AFP/Getty Images. ENGLISH Brussels is abandoning a plan to halve pesticide use due to pressure from protesting farmers, which is seen as a concession to maintain support from farming communities, crucial - [The Revolution That Died on Its Way to Dinner -- The New York Times](https://tribu.la/the-revolution-that-died-on-its-way-to-dinner-the-new-york-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 February 2024 by Joe Fassler, for The New York Times. Image by Joe Fassler. ENGLISH Cultivated meat, grown from animal cells in a laboratory setting, promises abundant, affordable meat without the environmental costs of traditional animal agriculture. Between 2016 and 2022, investors - [The Best & Worst Protein Sources for the Environment, Explained -- Sentient](https://tribu.la/the-best-worst-protein-sources-for-the-environment-explained/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 February 2024 by Seth Millstein, for Sentient. Image by Sentient. ENGLISH Proteins are crucial for bodily functions, consisting of amino acids obtained from diet. Foods are categorized as complete or incomplete proteins based on amino acid content. Protein production impacts the environment - [Can Microalgae Change the Way You Use Fat Forever? This Michelin-Starred Chef Thinks So -- Green Queen](https://tribu.la/can-microalgae-change-the-way-you-use-fat-forever-this-michelin-starred-chef-thinks-so-green-queen/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 February 2024 by Anay Mridul, for Green Queen. Image by lgae Cooking Club. ENGLISH A new trend in developing oils with novel ingredients for health and environmental benefits is emerging, including oils derived from air, yeast, produce scraps, and now algae. Algae - [The high-tech food tightrope: Consumers want innovative, but not artificial, food -- The Drum](https://tribu.la/the-high-tech-food-tightrope-consumers-want-innovative-but-not-artificial-food-the-drum/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 19 February 2024 by Amanda Atoyebi , for The Drum. Image by Piret Ilver / Unsplash. ENGLISH Technology's role in food and drink innovation is undeniable, with its integration across the supply chain offering competitive advantages for both emerging and established brands. Consumer acceptance - [‘Crossing the Divide’: The Four Worldviews for the Future of Agriculture, and How to Combine Them -- Green Queen](https://tribu.la/crossing-the-divide-the-four-worldviews-for-the-future-of-agriculture-and-how-to-combine-them-green-queen/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 February 2024 by Anay Mridul, for Green Queen. Image by StefBennett/Getty Images, Virginia Yunes/Getty Images, Beyond Meat, Chayakorn Lotongkum/Getty Images. ENGLISH The article discusses the challenges of addressing agriculture's impact on climate change and achieving a sustainable food system. A report by - [AI means restaurants might soon know what you want to order before you do -- Fortune](https://tribu.la/ai-means-restaurants-might-soon-know-what-you-want-to-order-before-you-do-fortune/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 February 2024 by John Kell, for Fortune. Image by Checkers and Rally's. ENGLISH Danny Meyer envisions a restaurant that leverages AI to personalize dining experiences based on guests' preferences, enhancing hospitality. AI can increase revenue for restaurants by understanding guest preferences, optimize - [IP in Foodtech: How to get it right & the fatal mistakes to avoid -- Peakbridge](https://tribu.la/ip-in-foodtech-how-to-get-it-right-the-fatal-mistakes-to-avoid-peakbridge/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 February 2024 by Peakbridge. Image by Peakbridge. ENGLISH Patents are vital for FoodTech startups, offering protection and enhancing investor confidence by deterring infringement and opening up potential opportunities for licensing or acquisition. IP in FoodTech differs from other sectors due to the - [Greasy—and good for the planet -- Gates Notes](https://tribu.la/greasy-and-good-for-the-planet-gates-notes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 February 2024 by Bill Gates, for Gates Notes. Image by Gates Notes. ENGLISH The author expresses concern about the environmental impact of cheeseburgers due to the reliance on animal fats. Current meat and dairy replacements lack the authentic taste and texture of - [A New Startup Wants to Turn the Sugar You Eat Into Fiber -- Wired](https://tribu.la/a-new-startup-wants-to-turn-the-sugar-you-eat-into-fiber-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 February 2024 by Emily Mullin, for Wired. Image by Ekaterina Budinovskaya/Getty Images. ENGLISH Sugar consumption is excessive in the US, contributing to various health issues like obesity and diabetes. Zya, a UK food tech startup, has developed an enzyme that converts sugar - [Ozempic Maker Novo Gets Calls From ‘Scared’ Food CEOs for Advice -- Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/ozempic-maker-novo-gets-calls-from-scared-food-ceos-for-advice-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 February 2024 by Naomi Kresge and Madison Muller, for Bloomberg. Image by Carsten Snejbjerg/Bloomberg. ENGLISH Novo Nordisk's GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are attracting attention from various industries, including food companies, seeking advice on how these drugs could impact consumer behavior. These drugs, - [Why Latin America is vital to solving the world’s food crisis -- World Economic Forum](https://tribu.la/why-latin-america-is-vital-to-solving-the-worlds-food-crisis-world-economic-forum/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 16 January by Pablo Borquez Schwarzbeck, for WEF. Image by REUTERS/Imelda Medina. ENGLISH Climate change and supply chain disruptions pose significant threats to global food security, necessitating a 60% increase in food production by 2050. Latin America, with its abundant production potential, established - [Why Climate Action Could Fall Short Without Agricultural Innovation -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/why-climate-action-could-fall-short-without-agricultural-innovation-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 26 February 2024 by Magi Richani, for Forbes. Image by Getty. ENGLISH COP28 marked the first time in its history where food systems were a central focus, dedicating a day to food-related issues and hosting 22 events highlighting agriculture and water concerns. Extreme - [Ultra-processed food linked to 32 harmful effects to health, review finds -- the Guardian](https://tribu.la/ultra-processed-food-linked-to-32-harmful-effects-to-health-review-finds-the-guardian/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 February 2024 by Andrew Gregory, for The Guardian. Image by MBI/Alamy. ENGLISH Ultra-processed foods (UPF) are linked to 32 harmful health effects, including heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, adverse mental health, and premature death, as per the largest review of its - [Market Map: Drones and Robots Pull VCs Back to Agtech -- PitchBook](https://tribu.la/market-map-drones-and-robots-pull-vcs-back-to-agtech-pitchbook/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 March 2024 by Rosie Bradbury, for PitchBook. Image by Unsplash/Gautier Salles. ENGLISH Growth-stage agtech companies faced challenges in 2023, with bankruptcies among high-profile startups like Infarm and AeroFarms. Precision agriculture technologies, including drones, farm software, and IoT, have seen significant growth in - [He’s Not Just Looking to Make a Quick Billion -- New York Times](https://tribu.la/hes-not-just-looking-to-make-a-quick-billion-new-york-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 March 2024 by Elizabeth G. Dunn, for NYT. Image by Jeenah Moon. ENGLISH Marc Lore, former Walmart.com CEO, shifted focus from ambitious projects like nuclear fusion to tackling dinner delivery frustrations. Lore's startup, Wonder, initially focused on delivering chef-designed meals to New - [Everything Can Be Meat -- The Atlantic](https://tribu.la/everything-can-be-meat-the-atlantic/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 March 2024 by Yasmin Tayag, for The Atlantic. Image by Katie Martin / Getty. ENGLISH Scientists have developed "beef rice," which contains muscle and fat cells from cows, giving it a pink hue and nutty flavor, as an alternative to conventional beef. - [JBS Struck off SBTi Climate Commitment Register -- Just Food](https://tribu.la/jbs-struck-off-sbti-climate-commitment-register-just-food/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 March 2024 by Andy Coyne, for Just Food. Image by JBS. ENGLISH JBS's emissions reduction targets were removed from the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) website, raising concerns about the company's sustainability efforts. SBTi helps companies set science-aligned emissions reduction targets; other food - [Why Now Is The Time To Reinvent Processed Foods -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/why-now-is-the-time-to-reinvent-processed-foods-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 04 March 2024 by Errol Schweizer, for Forbes. Image by Errol Schweizer. ENGLISH Food processing, integral to human history, has recently become problematic due to industrialization and consolidation. The NOVA classification system categorizes foods based on processing levels, highlighting the detrimental effects of - [Carbon-neutral beef? Argentina’s new certification could promote more climate-friendly livestock production – if it’s done right -- The Conversation](https://tribu.la/carbon-neutral-beef-argentinas-new-certification-could-promote-more-climate-friendly-livestock-production-if-its-done-right-the-conversation/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 March 2024 by Paul Winters, for The Conversation. Image by AP Photo/Victor R. Caivano. ENGLISH Argentina implements certification for carbon-neutral livestock, addressing climate change concerns in a nation where beef is culturally significant. Livestock contribute significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions, with - [Raising Agricultural Yields Spares Land -- The Breakthrough](https://tribu.la/raising-agricultural-yields-spares-land-the-breakthrough/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 March 2024 by Linus Blomqvist, for The Breakthrough. Image by The Breakthrough/Adobe. ENGLISH Farmland expansion contributes to biodiversity loss and greenhouse gas emissions globally, prompting a debate on how to slow it without relying solely on reducing food consumption in wealthy nations. - [The New Science on What Ultra-Processed Food Does to Your Brain -- WSJ](https://tribu.la/the-new-science-on-what-ultra-processed-food-does-to-your-brain-wsj/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 March 2024 by Andrea Petersen, for The Wall Street Journal. Image by Elena Scotti/WSJ ENGLISH Ultra-processed foods impact both body and brain, potentially leading to changes in learning, memory, and mental well-being. These foods can act addictively, leading some researchers to propose - [Cargill: “We Take the View That We Need All Forms of Protein on the Table” -- Vegconomist](https://tribu.la/cargill-we-take-the-view-that-we-need-all-forms-of-protein-on-the-table-vegconomist/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 March 2024 by Vegconomist. Image by Cargill. ENGLISH Cargill, a leading agribusiness company, is active in the plant-based and alternative protein space. Recent activities include partnerships with companies like ENOUGH and Cubiq Foods, patent registrations, and investments in innovative technologies like 3D - [Crickets could remediate mycotoxins, USDA trial concludes -- Feed Strategy](https://tribu.la/crickets-could-remediate-mycotoxins-usda-trial-concludes-feed-strategy/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 8 March 2024 by Emma Penrod, for Feed Strategy. Image by Andrea Gantz. ENGLISH Study from USDA suggests rearing crickets on grains contaminated with mycotoxins could be an effective method of upcycling. Crickets fed with fumonisin-contaminated diets thrived and grew at the same - [Across the Nation, Lawmakers Aim to Ban Lab-Grown Meat -- Inside Climate News](https://tribu.la/across-the-nation-lawmakers-aim-to-ban-lab-grown-meat-inside-climate-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 March 2024 by Wyatt Myskow and Lee Hedgepeth, for Inside Climate News. Image by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images. ENGLISH Alabama and Arizona are considering legislation to ban the sale of cell-cultured meat products due to concerns about competition with traditional agriculture industries and - [Scientists remove forever chemicals from water using new method -- New Food Magazine](https://tribu.la/scientists-remove-forever-chemicals-from-water-using-new-method-new-food-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 06 March 2024 by Grace Galler, for New Food Magazine. Image by NFM/Shutterstock. ENGLISH Researchers claim successful removal of "forever chemicals" from water using novel electrocatalysis method Method utilizes laser-made nanomaterials from nonprecious metals, potentially scalable for global remediation Focus on Perfluorooctane sulfonate - [Why New York Restaurants Are Going Members-Only -- The New Yorker](https://tribu.la/why-new-york-restaurants-are-going-members-only-the-new-yorker/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 March 2024 by Hannah Goldfield, for The New Yorker. Image by Jason Fulford and Tamara Shopsin. ENGLISH Restaurants like 4 Charles Prime Rib and Rao’s are adopting exclusive reservation policies. More restaurants are shifting towards a private club model, requiring connections or - [Acre Venture Partners closes $140m agrifoodtech fund, places bets on ag robotics, AI/ML -- AgFunder News](https://tribu.la/acre-venture-partners-closes-140m-agrifoodtech-fund-places-bets-on-ag-robotics-ai-ml-agfunder-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 19 March 2024 by Elaine Watson, for AFN. Image by Acre. ENGLISH Acre Venture Partners has raised Fund III, attracting both new and returning investors, including a significant increase from one existing investor. The fund focuses on climate action through food and agriculture, - [Wonder, Marc Lore’s Food-Delivery Startup, Raises $700 Million -- The Wall Street Journal](https://tribu.la/wonder-marc-lores-food-delivery-startup-raises-700-million-the-wall-street-journal/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 19 March 2024 by Sarah Nassauer, for The Wall Street Journal. Image by Andy Davis. ENGLISH Former Walmart executive's startup, Wonder, shifts focus from nationwide food truck network to opening nearly 100 delivery-focused restaurants around New York City area. Wonder raises $700 million - [Mondelēz Launches Corporate VC SnackFutures Ventures With An Eye On Future Acquisitions -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/mondelez-launches-corporate-vc-snackfutures-ventures-with-an-eye-on-future-acquisitions-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 March 2024 by Douglas Yu, for Forbes. Image by SnackFutures Ventures. ENGLISH Mondelēz ceased operations of its innovation hub SnackFutures and the CoLab Program, shifting focus to SnackFutures Ventures, a corporate VC initiative. SnackFutures Ventures aims to invest in growth-stage companies aligned - [Ghost kitchens are dead! Long live ghost kitchens! -- FastCompany](https://tribu.la/ghost-kitchens-are-dead-long-live-ghost-kitchens-fastcompany/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 March 2024 by Kristen Hawley, for FastCompany. Image by Everybody Eats. ENGLISH Ghost kitchen industry faced setbacks post-2020 peak, with key players like Kitchen United closing down. SBE CEO Sam Nazarian acquires assets from failed ventures like Kitchen United and Nextbite, aiming - [Cultivated meat leader Meatable achieves landmark breakthrough -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/cultivated-meat-leader-meatable-achieves-landmark-breakthrough-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 21 March 2024 by Elizabeth Flood, for Food Dive. Image by Meatable. ENGLISH Meatable, a cultivated meat company, aims to tackle high production costs and scalability issues in the industry with new technology. The company's breakthrough significantly reduces cell differentiation time, cutting costs - [Liquid Death is Just One of Many VC-Backed Beverage Startups Ready to Disrupt Coke and Pepsi -- TechCrunch](https://tribu.la/liquid-death-is-just-one-of-many-vc-backed-beverage-startups-ready-to-disrupt-coke-and-pepsi-techcrunch/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 March 2024 by Rebecca Szkutak and Christine Hall for TechCrunch. Image by CREDITS. ENGLISH Liquid Death, a canned water company, raised $67 million at a $1.4 billion valuation and reached $263 million in sales in 2023, defying typical investor disinterest in the - [Nestlé Investors Urge Food Giant to Lessen Dependence on Unhealthy Foods -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/nestle-investors-urge-food-giant-to-lessen-dependence-on-unhealthy-foods-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 March 2024 by Christopher Doering, for Food Dive. Image by Nestlé. ENGLISH Nestlé pledged to increase sales of more nutritious products by 50% by 2030. A coalition of investors, led by ShareAction, criticized the commitment for not meeting investor expectations in improving - [Discount Grocers Smell Opportunity Amid Rising Prices -- The Washington Post](https://tribu.la/discount-grocers-smell-opportunity-amid-rising-prices-the-washington-post/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 20 March 2024 by Jaclyn Peiser, for The Washington Post. Image by iStock/The Washington Post. ENGLISH Aldi plans to add 800 stores over the next four years, while Dollar General aims to add the same number in just one year. Discount grocers and - [Khosla, Friedberg strike positive note amid agrifoodtech funding winter: ‘Exceptional founders have nothing to worry about’ -- AFN](https://tribu.la/khosla-friedberg-strike-positive-note-amid-agrifoodtech-funding-winter-exceptional-founders-have-nothing-to-worry-about-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 26 March 2024 by Elaine Watson, for AFN. Image by Rethink Events. ENGLISH Despite a significant decline in agrifoodtech funding in 2023, Vinod Khosla and Dave Friedberg remained optimistic about opportunities for exceptional founders. Khosla emphasized the importance of differentiation and innovation in - [Seizing Opportunities Amid the Agtech Capital Drought -- McKinsey & Co.](https://tribu.la/seizing-opportunities-amid-the-agtech-capital-drought-mckinsey-co/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 19 March 2024 by Tom Brennan, Arnaud Dupuis, John Levene, Romain Paniagua, and Roberto Uchoa de Paula, for McKinsey & Co. Image by McKinsey. ENGLISH Agtech industry faces significant funding challenges, with VC funding declining by 60% since late 2021. Approximately $6 billion invested in - [PoLoPo Unveils ‘SuperAA’ to Turn Potatoes Into Protein Factories Via Molecular Farming -- The Spoon](https://tribu.la/polopo-unveils-superaa-to-turn-potatoes-into-protein-factories-via-molecular-farming-the-spoon/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 27 March 2024 by AUTHOR, for The Spoon. Image by The Spoon. ENGLISH PoLoPo, an Israel-based startup, has implemented molecular farming technology at greenhouse production scale, utilizing genetically engineered potatoes to produce egg proteins. Molecular farming, termed the "fourth pillar" for alternative protein - [AI Startup aims to learn the language of plants to make agriculture more sustainable -- HortiDaily](https://tribu.la/ai-startup-aims-to-learn-the-language-of-plants-to-make-agriculture-more-sustainable-hortidaily/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 29 March 2024 on HortiDaily. Image by CREDITS. ENGLISH Plant care traditionally relies on estimations and experiences, but modern precision agriculture integrates measured values and sensors to determine optimal care. Hortiya is developing AI trained to understand plant signals, enhancing plant care precision. - [‘Ultra-Processed’ Rhetoric Growing Louder -- Food Business News](https://tribu.la/ultra-processed-rhetoric-growing-louder-food-business-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 March 2024 by Matt Noltemeyer, for Food Business News. Image by Sosland Publishing Co. ENGLISH Debate intensifies over processed and ultra-processed foods, including grain-based products like bread, cereals, and pasta, with rhetoric often lacking scientific support. Erin Ball, executive director of the - [Scientists are growing crops with salt water that could help save us from starvation -- Business Insider](https://tribu.la/scientists-are-growing-crops-with-salt-water-that-could-help-save-us-from-starvation-business-insider/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 March 2024 by Ellyn Lapointe, for Business Insider. Image by Guy Shery. ENGLISH Saltwater-resistant crops developed by SaliCrop, founded by plant molecular biologist Ṛcā Godbole, are thriving in a lab in Israel. These non-GMO crops include tomatoes, alfalfa, onions, and rice, which - [More Agrifood Corporates Committing to Water Stewardship Targets -- AFN](https://tribu.la/more-agrifood-corporates-committing-to-water-stewardship-targets-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 22 March 2024 by Jennifer Marston, for AFN. Image by iStock. ENGLISH Water stewardship commitments are gaining more attention, particularly in recent years, with water becoming a prominent item on agendas like COP27. Agrifood corporations play a significant role due to their global - [U.S.-Brazil agricultural initiatives battle evolving challenges -- State Magazine](https://tribu.la/u-s-brazil-agricultural-initiatives-battle-evolving-challenges-state-magazine/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 April 2024 by Michael Conlon, for State Magazine. Image by Brastock. ENGLISH The US and Brazil, leaders in agriculture, feed 25% of the global population and collaborate closely in agricultural research. Two new US government initiatives, Fertilize 4 Life (F4L) and Vision - [New Movement Emphasizes The Role Of Culture In Global Food Security -- Forbes](https://tribu.la/new-movement-emphasizes-the-role-of-culture-in-global-food-security-forbes/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 31 March 2024 by Daphne Ewing-Chow, for Forbes. Image by Getty Images. ENGLISH Global challenges of climate change, food insecurity, and diet-related health issues are linked to food systems and consumer choices. One-third of the global population suffers from malnutrition, with every country - [How did the cost of food delivery get so high? -- Vox](https://tribu.la/how-did-the-cost-of-food-delivery-get-so-high-vox/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 April 2024 by Whizy Kim, for Vox. Image by Getty Images/iStockphoto. ENGLISH Dissatisfaction among customers, restaurants, and delivery workers with delivery apps due to high fees, low wages, and adverse effects on the economy. Delivery apps argue for their necessity, emphasizing their - [So Much Produce Comes in Plastic. Is There a Better Way? -- The New York Times](https://tribu.la/so-much-produce-comes-in-plastic-is-there-a-better-way-the-new-york-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 April 2024 by Kim Severson, for The New York Times. Image by RusN/Getty Images. ENGLISH Plastic's dominance in produce packaging has been a long-standing trend since the 1930s, accelerating with online grocery shopping. Produce growers and sellers are now striving to find - [Polarization Threatens Food Security and Systems Globally -- Think Global Health](https://tribu.la/polarization-threatens-food-security-and-systems-globally-think-global-health/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 April 2024 by Jack Bobo, for Think Global Health. Image by Reuters/Nacho Doce. ENGLISH Global challenges such as biodiversity loss, climate change, deforestation, and water scarcity intersect with food production, intensifying the need for cohesive action. Political polarization is rampant worldwide, affecting - [A Simple New Technique Could Make Your Eggs More Humane -- The New York Times](https://tribu.la/a-simple-new-technique-could-make-your-eggs-more-humane-the-new-york-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 28 March 2024 by Cara Buckley, for The New York Times. Image by Getty Images. ENGLISH Each year, over 300 million male chicks are killed in the US alone due to being unproductive for egg or meat production. An American egg producer, John - [Amazon Ditches 'Just Walk Out' Checkouts at Its Grocery Stores -- Gizmodo](https://tribu.la/amazon-ditches-just-walk-out-checkouts-at-its-grocery-stores-gizmodo/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 April 2024 by Maxwell Zeff, for Gizmodo. Image by Getty Images. ENGLISH Amazon is discontinuing its checkout-less grocery stores using "Just Walk Out" technology due to inefficiencies. About half of Amazon Fresh stores currently have the Just Walk Out system, which allows - [How to Formulate for Food Intolerances -- Institute of Food Technologists](https://tribu.la/how-to-formulate-for-food-intolerances-institute-of-food-technologists/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 April 2024 by Iuliana Vintilă, for Institute of Food Technologists. Image by Daisy-Daisy/iStock/Getty Images Plus. ENGLISH Food intolerances and allergies are on the rise globally, affecting approximately 8% of children and 10% of adults worldwide, with prevalence rates varying across different age - [How fast food is becoming a new surveillance ground -- Fast Company](https://tribu.la/how-fast-food-is-becoming-a-new-surveillance-ground-fast-company/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 April 2024 by S.A. Applin, for Fast Company. Image by Mason Kiesewetter/Unspalsh. ENGLISH Fast food and vending machine companies are increasingly integrating surveillance technology into their operations to collect consumer data. Examples include vending machines using facial recognition in Canada and systems - [Feeding the world, whilst "sparing land"? Debating the rise of modern Brazilian agriculture -- Chartbook](https://tribu.la/feeding-the-world-whilst-sparing-land-debating-the-rise-of-modern-brazilian-agriculture-chartbook/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 April 2024 by Adam Tooze, for Chartbook. Image by Projeto Café Gato-Mourisco/Unsplash. ENGLISH Brazil has emerged as a significant net exporter of food, making substantial contributions to global food markets. The country's agricultural model is considered a potential blueprint for Savannah agriculture - [Ag-Tech’s Passionate Pragmatist -- IFT](https://tribu.la/ag-techs-passionate-pragmatist-ift/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 21 March 2024 by Dale Buss, for IFT. Image by Robert Saik. ENGLISH Robert Saik, with a diverse background in agriculture and technology, emphasizes the importance of sustainable intensification in agriculture to feed the growing population. He highlights the disconnect between farming practices - [Startups Still See A Future In Familiar Foods Made With Weird Ingredients -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/startups-still-see-a-future-in-familiar-foods-made-with-weird-ingredients-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 April 2024 by Joanna Glasner, for Crunchbase. Image by Dom Guzman. ENGLISH Traditional foods with nontraditional ingredients are common in American grocery stores, including oat milk, cashew yogurt, and cauliflower pizza crusts. Food startups are continuing to introduce new and unusual ingredients - [Enhanced rock weathering results in higher crop yields and improved crop health, study shows -- Phys.org](https://tribu.la/enhanced-rock-weathering-results-in-higher-crop-yields-and-improved-crop-health-study-shows-phys-org/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 April 2024 by Newcastle University, for Phys.org. Image by Newcastle University. ENGLISH Enhanced rock weathering (ERW) accelerates natural weathering by spreading finely crushed silicate rock on agricultural land. ERW is scalable, permanent, and has the potential to sequester gigatons of carbon dioxide. - [The Food Is Medicine Strategy Gains Momentum -- Think Global Health](https://tribu.la/the-food-is-medicine-strategy-gains-momentum-think-global-health/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 April 2024 by Dariush Mozaffarian, for Think Global Health. Image by REUTERS/Andrew Kelly. ENGLISH Poor diets cause significant health damage and economic costs globally. Health systems, including in the United States, have not adequately addressed diet-related diseases and disparities. Food is Medicine - [Returning to his startup roots, former John Deere VP Jorge Heraud joins Rootwave to tackle weed management -- AFN](https://tribu.la/returning-to-his-startup-roots-former-john-deere-vp-jorge-heraud-joins-rootwave-to-tackle-weed-management-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 April 2024 by Jennifer Marston, for AFN. Image by AFN. ENGLISH Jorge Heraud, agtech veteran, known for founding Blue River Technologies, recently joined Rootwave's board. Rootwave, a UK startup, developed an autonomous weeding system using electricity to zap weeds in fields. Heraud's - [Cell-grown salmon company opens first pilot plant in Europe -- Fish Farming Expert](https://tribu.la/cell-grown-salmon-company-opens-first-pilot-plant-in-europe-fish-farming-expert/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 April 2024 on Fish Farming Expert. Image by Anna Brauns. ENGLISH BLUU Seafood, a food biotech company, has opened Europe's first pilot plant, shifting from laboratory scale to a 2,000 square meter facility in Hamburg-Altona to develop salmonid products grown from cells. - [As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice -- The Examination](https://tribu.la/as-obesity-rises-big-food-and-dietitians-push-anti-diet-advice-the-examination/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 03 April 2024 by Sasha Chavkin, Anjali Tsui, Caitlin Gilbert and Anahad O'Connor, for The Examination. Image by Joanna Kulesza. ENGLISH The "anti-diet" movement, initially aimed at combating weight stigma, has evolved into a social media trend with global food marketers seeking to - [Microbial food as a strategy food production of the future -- Science Daily](https://tribu.la/microbial-food-as-a-strategy-food-production-of-the-future-science-daily/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 April 2024, for Science Daily. Image by KAIST. ENGLISH Global food crisis worsens due to population growth and climate change affecting food productivity. Food production and supply systems contribute significantly to carbon dioxide emissions, exacerbating climate change. Microbial food production from sustainable - [Chefs Love Wonder, the Latest App Trying to Disrupt Delivery. Will Diners Follow Suit? -- Eater](https://tribu.la/chefs-love-wonder-the-latest-app-trying-to-disrupt-delivery-will-diners-follow-suit-eater/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 April 2024 by Kristen Hawley, for Eater. Image by Tomekah George. ENGLISH Chef JJ Johnson recently launched Bankside in downtown Brooklyn, offering a menu featuring items like peel-and-eat shrimp, clam chowder, crispy cod sandwiches, and a lobster roll. Bankside is a partnership - [Hybrid intelligence can reconcile biodiversity and agriculture -- Science Daily](https://tribu.la/hybrid-intelligence-can-reconcile-biodiversity-and-agriculture-science-daily/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 11 April 2024 on Science Daily. Image by Ries Bosch / Unsplash. ENGLISH Challenges in agriculture stem from disconnected and fragmented data sets from remote and proximal sensing, hindering effective problem-solving. Short-term economic objectives at the field and farm level conflict with long-term - [The Rise of the Carbon Farmer -- Wired](https://tribu.la/the-rise-of-the-carbon-farmer-wired/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 Abril 2024 by Jessica Rawnsley, for Wired. Image by Mario Tama / Getty Images. ENGLISH Regenerative farming methods focus on biodiversity and soil health, including cover crops, minimal tilling, managed grazing, and diverse crop rotations. Benefits include improved soil fertility, biodiversity support, - [How to Survive an Industry Slump? This Vertical Farm Raised $134 Million Even as Competitors Withered -- Inc.](https://tribu.la/how-to-survive-an-industry-slump-this-vertical-farm-raised-134-million-even-as-competitors-withered-inc/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2024 by Ali Donaldson, for Inc. Image by Nathan Bajar. ENGLISH Hiroki Koga's startup, Oishii, has defied the downturn in the vertical farming industry by staying focused on its niche and securing significant investment. Despite a massive decrease in industry investment, - [NASA’s Artemis Astronauts Will Help Grow Crops on the Moon—And Much More -- Scientific American](https://tribu.la/nasas-artemis-astronauts-will-help-grow-crops-on-the-moon-and-much-more-scientific-american/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2024 by Robin George Andrews, for Scientific American. Image by Nasa. ENGLISH NASA's Artemis III mission aims to send astronauts to the lunar south pole, a region rich in ancient water deposits and potential for a permanent outpost. Three chosen instruments - [Your Fast Food Is Already Automated -- The Atlantic](https://tribu.la/your-fast-food-is-already-automated-the-atlantic/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 April 2024 by Matteo Wong, for The Atlantic. Image by Joanne Imperio / The Atlantic / Getty. ENGLISH Kernel, a fast-casual restaurant, utilizes robots for cooking and assembly, minimizing human involvement to just three employees on-site. Founded by Steve Ells, Kernel aims - [Plant sensors could act as an early warning system for farmers -- MIT News](https://tribu.la/plant-sensors-could-act-as-an-early-warning-system-for-farmers-mit-news/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 17 April 2024 by Anne Trafton for MIT News. Image by MIT News. ENGLISH Researchers from MIT and SMART developed sensors using carbon nanotubes to detect stress signals in plants, including hydrogen peroxide and salicylic acid. These molecules indicate various stresses like heat, - [So Much Produce Comes in Plastic. Is There a Better Way? -- New York Times](https://tribu.la/so-much-produce-comes-in-plastic-is-there-a-better-way-new-york-times/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 02 April 2024 by Kim Severson, for New York Times. Image by RusN/Getty Images. ENGLISH Plastic packaging dominates the produce aisle, starting with cellophane in the 1930s and accelerating with clamshells in the 1980s and bagged salads in the 1990s. There's a growing - [Food as Medicine Is Not a Silver Bullet--Observer](https://tribu.la/food-as-medicine-is-not-a-silver-bullet-observer/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 April 2024 by Ashley Tyrner, for Observer. Image by Sara Bakhshi via Unsplash. ENGLISH Hippocrates, an ancient Greek physician, championed the philosophy that food should be considered medicine, a concept that's at the core of today's growing food as medicine movement, with - [What went wrong at Foxtrot -- Modern Retail](https://tribu.la/what-went-wrong-at-foxtrot-modern-retail/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 23 April 2024 by Anna Hensel, for Modern Retail. Image by Modern Retail. ENGLISH In late 2023, Foxtrot, an upscale convenience store chain, merged with Dom’s Kitchen to form Outfox Hospitality, only to announce the closure of all its locations due to financial - [Why the World of Chocolate Is in Crisis -- Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/why-the-world-of-chocolate-is-in-crisis-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 18 April 2024 by Mumbi Gitau, Dayanne Sousa, Ilena Peng, and Ekow Dontoh, for Bloomberg. Image by Dado Galdieri/Bloomberg. ENGLISH Cocoa prices have more than doubled in a year due to deficits caused by aging trees, disease, and poor weather in key producing regions like Ivory Coast - [Middle-income countries hold 75% of all climate mitigation opportunities, says new World Bank report -- AFN](https://tribu.la/middle-income-countries-hold-75-of-all-climate-mitigation-opportunities-says-new-world-bank-report-afn/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 06 May 2024 by Jennifer Marston, for AFN. Image by iStock. ENGLISH Middle-income countries (MICs) are the primary contributors to global agrifood system emissions. The report "Recipe for a Livable Planet" provides a comprehensive framework for mitigating these emissions, focusing on high-, middle-, - [How I learned to stop worrying and love fake meat -- MIT Technology Review](https://tribu.la/how-i-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love-fake-meat-mit-technology-review/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 07 May 2024 by James Temple, for MIT Technology Review. Image by Eat Just. ENGLISH Florida's governor signed a law banning cultured meat production, aligning with the cattle industry's interests. Cultured meat, produced from animal cells, offers a sustainable protein alternative, yet faces - [Mexico’s Floating Gardens Are an Ancient Wonder of Sustainable Farming -- Modern Farmer](https://tribu.la/mexicos-floating-gardens-are-an-ancient-wonder-of-sustainable-farming-modern-farmer/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 30 April 2023 by Peter Yeung, for Modern Farmer. Image by Antoli Studio / Arca Tierra. ENGLISH Chinampas, ancient floating garden systems in Mexico City, date back over 1,000 years, originating with the Aztecs or possibly earlier. Chinampas, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage - [Can Food Work as Medicine? -- Scientific American](https://tribu.la/can-food-work-as-medicine-scientific-american/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 May 2024 by Tanya Lewis, Josh Fischman, Elah Feder & Madison Goldberg, for Scientific American. Image by Rachael Gorjestani / Unsplash. ENGLISH Interest in using food as preventive medicine is growing, but proving its effectiveness is challenging. Doctors are increasingly prescribing healthy food, such as fresh - [Boom Times Are Over for Food Startups, But That’s a Good Thing -- Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/boom-times-are-over-for-food-startups-but-thats-a-good-thing-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 07 May 2024 by Deena Shanker, for Bloomberg. Image by Sarah Mafféïs for Bloomberg Businessweek. ENGLISH 2021 was a great year for food startups, with increased investment and consumer interest. However, the scenario has shifted, with food inflation and higher interest rates impacting - [Surging air fryer popularity leads Nestlé, other CPG giants to rethink food -- Food Dive](https://tribu.la/surging-air-fryer-popularity-leads-nestle-other-cpg-giants-to-rethink-food-food-dive/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 07 May 2024 by Christopher Doering, for Food Dive. Image by Christopher Doering/Food Dive. ENGLISH Air fryers are rapidly changing how consumers warm popular snacks like Hot Pockets, leading Nestlé to remove the crisping sleeve. Two-thirds of households now own an air fryer, - [The Future of Food Delivery: Are Uber, DoorDash, and Instacart Destined to Win the Delivery War? -- The Food Institute](https://tribu.la/the-future-of-food-delivery-are-uber-doordash-and-instacart-destined-to-win-the-delivery-war-the-food-institute/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 07 May 2024 by Vince Martin, for The Food Institute. Image by TFI. ENGLISH Third-party delivery giants like Uber, DoorDash, and Instacart hold significant market value, totaling over $200 billion. Despite high valuations, stock performance and operating results have been mixed, with some - [Uber Co-founder Travis Kalanick Envisions ‘Internet Food Court’ Future -- Food on Demand](https://tribu.la/uber-co-founder-travis-kalanick-envisions-internet-food-court-future-food-on-demand/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 08 May 2024 by Laura Michaels, for Food on Demand. Image by Food on Demand. ENGLISH Travis Kalanick envisions digitizing the food industry similarly to Uber's impact on transportation. He aims to create an "Internet food court" with hyper-personalized food experiences and 15-minute - [Tracking Illicit Brazilian Beef from the Amazon to Your Burger -- Yale Environment 360](https://tribu.la/tracking-illicit-brazilian-beef-from-the-amazon-to-your-burger-yale-environment-360/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 09 May 2024 in Yale Environment 360. Image by Goldman Environmental Prize. ENGLISH Marcel Gomes investigated beef supply chains linking Brazilian ranches to global retailers, exposing deforestation and labor abuses. His team meticulously traced beef from illegal sources to retail shelves, prompting some - [Designing a more climate-friendly cow -- Anthropocene](https://tribu.la/designing-a-more-climate-friendly-cow-anthropocene/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 15 April 2024 by Katharine Gammon, for Anthropocene. Image by Anthropocene Magazine. ENGLISH Holstein cows on Peter Hynes’s farm in Ireland produce over twice the milk of their predecessors, but until recently, they emitted the same amount of methane. Livestock farms contribute 14% - [The Surprisingly Sophisticated Mind Of An Insect -- Noema](https://tribu.la/the-surprisingly-sophisticated-mind-of-an-insect-noema/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 05 May 2024 by Carrie Arnold, for Noema. Image by Sandro Rybak. ENGLISH The author reflects on their past experiences with animal experimentation, starting with fruit flies and progressing to other organisms like pigs and bacteria. Recent experiments challenge the notion that insects - [Why states are suddenly making it a crime to sell lab-grown meat -- Washington Post](https://tribu.la/why-states-are-suddenly-making-it-a-crime-to-sell-lab-grown-meat-washington-post/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 14 Mau 2024 by Anna Phillips, for Washington Post. Image by Peter Dasilva/Reuters. ENGLISH Lab-grown meat is not yet available in the US, but Florida and Alabama have banned its production and sale. Traditional meat producers fear losing market share and are pushing - [Ozempic’s Effect on Food Innovation -- IFT](https://tribu.la/ozempics-effect-on-food-innovation-ift/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 May 2024 by Dale Buss, for IFT. Image by aprott/iStock/Getty Images Plus. ENGLISH Anti-obesity medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound have had a significant impact on American consumers and the food industry. These drugs have led to substantial weight loss, improved overall - [Beyond Meat looks for positives but hard to see past some big questions -- Just Food](https://tribu.la/beyond-meat-looks-for-positives-but-hard-to-see-past-some-big-questions-just-food/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 13 May 2024 by Dean Best, for Just Food. Image by Beyond Meat. ENGLISH Beyond Meat's CEO Ethan Brown described 2024 as a pivotal year amidst ongoing challenges in the plant-based meat industry. The company reported an 18% year-on-year decline in Q1 2024 - [Rebranding Disgust: The "Yucky" Problem of Food Waste -- Psychology Today](https://tribu.la/rebranding-disgust-the-yucky-problem-of-food-waste-psychology-today/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 12 May 2024 by Sophie Attwood Ph.D., C. Psych., for Psychology Today. Image by Markus Spiske / Unsplash. ENGLISH Food waste is largely invisible, with people unaware of its consequences after disposal. Despite believing we waste little food, actual waste levels remain high - [A Drug for Cows Could Curb Methane Emissions from Meat and Dairy -- Bloomberg](https://tribu.la/a-drug-for-cows-could-curb-methane-emissions-from-meat-and-dairy-bloomberg/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 10 May 2024 by Aaron Clark, for Bloomberg. Image by Luke Sharrett/Bloomberg. ENGLISH Livestock methane emissions do more short-term climate damage than passenger vehicles. Boston-based startup ArkeaBio is developing a vaccine targeting methane-producing microorganisms in animals. The vaccine is in early stages and - [Amid Cocoa Shortage, Investors Develop Taste For Cocoa-Free Chocolate Startups -- Crunchbase](https://tribu.la/amid-cocoa-shortage-investors-develop-taste-for-cocoa-free-chocolate-startups-crunchbase/) - This is a summary of the content that was originally published on 01 May 2024 by Joanna Glasner, for Crunchbase. Image by Voyage Foods. ENGLISH Cocoa prices have quadrupled due to poor harvests in Ivory Coast and Ghana, leading to a cocoa shortage and limited reserves for chocolate-makers. The cocoa shortage is expected to be - [Heat-Resilient Potatoes Show 30% Yield Increase](https://tribu.la/heat-resilient-potatoes-show-30-yield-increase/) - Researchers at the University of Illinois engineered potatoes to improve heat resilience, achieving 30% higher yields during extreme temperature conditions. - [Biodegradable Sensors Offer Sustainable Monitoring for Agriculture](https://tribu.la/biodegradable-sensors-offer-sustainable-monitoring-for-agriculture/) - Researchers developed biodegradable paper-based sensors to monitor temperature and humidity, offering an eco-friendly alternative for agricultural environmental monitoring and storage conditions. - [Agricultural Research Advancements Reduce Land Use and Support Biodiversity Conservation](https://tribu.la/agricultural-research-advancements-reduce-land-use-and-support-biodiversity-conservation/) - A Purdue University study found that improved agricultural technologies reduced cropland use, preserved biodiversity, and increased food production from 1961 to 2015. - [Researchers Identify Food Allergen Linked to Eosinophilic Esophagitis](https://tribu.la/researchers-identify-food-allergen-linked-to-eosinophilic-esophagitis/) - Researchers at CHOP identified a specific food allergen linked to eosinophilic esophagitis, advancing understanding of its molecular mechanisms and diagnosis. - [Traffic Congestion Linked to Increased Fast Food Consumption](https://tribu.la/traffic-congestion-linked-to-increased-fast-food-consumption/) - A study finds that traffic congestion increases fast food visits, suggesting time constraints influence meal choices, particularly during evening rush hours. - [Chlorella Vulgaris: A Potential Sustainable Food Source](https://tribu.la/chlorella-vulgaris-a-potential-sustainable-food-source/) - Researchers examine Chlorella Vulgaris as a sustainable, nutrient-rich food source, highlighting its benefits, production challenges, and potential applications in the food industry. - [Potential for Universal Vaccines Against Pathogens Identified via Sugar Polymer](https://tribu.la/potential-for-universal-vaccines-against-pathogens-identified-via-sugar-polymer/) - A newly identified sugar polymer on pathogens presents opportunities for broad-spectrum vaccine development, potentially enhancing health and agricultural practices. - [Microbial Diversity in Bird Guts: Insights from Kittiwakes](https://tribu.la/microbial-diversity-in-bird-guts-insights-from-kittiwakes/) - Research on black-legged kittiwakes reveals significant differences in gut microbiota between chicks and adults, with implications for animal health and agricultural practices. - [Impact of Increased CO2 on Arid Vegetation Growth](https://tribu.la/impact-of-increased-co2-on-arid-vegetation-growth/) - A new study confirms that increased atmospheric CO2 is contributing to greater vegetation growth in arid regions, with significant implications for agriculture and ecosystems. - [Link Between Circadian Rhythms and Immune Response to Infections](https://tribu.la/link-between-circadian-rhythms-and-immune-response-to-infections/) - Research finds circadian rhythms boost immune responses to bacterial infections, suggesting potential benefits for agricultural practices and food safety. - [Looking for a green method to extract CHITIN from black soldier fly | Elytra Biomaterials](https://tribu.la/__trashed-508/) - 🌿 Biotech Breakthroughs: Green Chemistry and Insect Chitin Solutions! 🦋 Welcome to the future of sustainable innovation! In this video, I, Sergio Moreno, founder of Elytra Biomaterials, dive into how we’re revolutionizing biotech with green chemistry methods to unlock the true potential of insect chitin. 🧪✨ 🪲 What’s the Secret? Ever thought insects could be - [Advancements in Liver Cell Cultivation for Agrifood Innovation](https://tribu.la/advancements-in-liver-cell-cultivation-for-agrifood-innovation/) - Researchers have identified compounds that help liver cells grow outside the body, paving the way for advancements in bioengineering and public health. - [How 2026 will define Brazilian agriculture](https://tribu.la/how-2026-will-define-brazilian-agriculture/) - Brazil's agricultural sector is being tested in 2026 due to geopolitical tensions and a presidential election that will shape agricultural policy... - [NewMoo Introduces Plant-Based Casein Proteins for Cheese Production](https://tribu.la/newmoo-introduces-plant-based-casein-proteins-for-cheese-production/) - NewMoo, a food-tech start-up, has entered the market with a novel approach to producing casein proteins using plant molecular farming (PMF). Casein proteins, which constitute approximately 80% of the proteins in dairy milk, are essential for creating authentic cheese. NewMoo's innovative method offers a sustainable, animal-free alternative that maintains the traditional cheese experience. Traditional cheese - [Thermal Imaging Technology Offers New Solutions for Produce Preservation](https://tribu.la/thermal-imaging-technology-offers-new-solutions-for-produce-preservation/) - Thermal imaging technology offers a non-invasive, efficient method for monitoring temperature, aiding in reducing food waste and preserving produce quality. - [Interview with Raphael Traticoski, Co-Founder & CEO at GrowinCo](https://tribu.la/interview-with-raphael-traticoski-co-founder-ceo-at-growinco/) - In this interview, Raphael Traticoski, Co-Founder & CEO of GrowinCo, shares valuable insights into the background and operations of his venture within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. With over a decade of experience in procurement at Mondelez International, Traticoski discusses the challenges that led to the creation of GrowinCo, highlighting its innovative approach to - [Make your own better-for-you Flavors and Fragrances!](https://tribu.la/make-your-own-better-for-you-flavors-and-fragrances/) - In the bustling world of culinary innovation, where flavor reigns supreme, there's a groundbreaking addition to the arsenal of every kitchen enthusiast: the Ousia Fountain. Imagine a small, sleek appliance capable of unlocking the essence of nearly any natural botanical, from the elusive truffle to the delicate vanilla bean, with unprecedented ease. Today, we delve - [Innit Unveils FoodLM™: An AI Platform Driving Personalized Food Intelligence for Health and Culinary Innovation](https://tribu.la/innit-unveils-foodlm-an-ai-platform-driving-personalized-food-intelligence-for-health-and-culinary-innovation/) - Innit, an innovator in the field of personalized food intelligence, has unveiled FoodLM™, a Generative AI platform that integrates expert validation of diet, cooking, and healthy eating requirements. According to the company, the development addresses the critical need for reliable AI solutions within the global food industry and holds significant implications for startups, corporations, investors, - [Interview With Vania Rivero, CEO Of Price Lab](https://tribu.la/interview-with-vania-rivero-ceo-of-price-lab/) - Vania Rivero's company is reshaping the retail landscape in Latin America. Prior to founding Price Lab, she experienced firsthand the chronic challenge of managing paper prices on shelves and the consequent operational inefficiencies. In this interview, Vania reveals how Price Lab's digital tags and real-time updates tackle the pricing predicament, underscores the pivotal role of - [Study Reveals Potential for Significant Reduction in Grocery-Related Emissions Through Informed Food Choices](https://tribu.la/study-reveals-potential-for-significant-reduction-in-grocery-related-emissions-through-informed-food-choices/) - A study by The George Institute for Global Health and Imperial College London, published in Nature Food, reveals that choosing more environmentally friendly food and drink options can significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions. Small changes within the same product category could reduce household grocery emissions by 26%, while more substantial swaps, such as opting for - [France's Top Administrative Court Suspends Ban on "Steak" Labeling for Plant-Based Products](https://tribu.la/frances-top-administrative-court-suspends-ban-on-steak-labeling-for-plant-based-products/) - France's ongoing debate over the labeling of plant-based meat alternatives has reached a significant juncture, as the country's highest administrative court suspended a decree aimed at banning terms like "steak" from such products. The initial decree, issued by the government in February, targeted 21 meat-related terms, including "spare rib," "ham," "escalope," and "butcher." Scheduled to - [Gourmey Seeks EU Approval for Cultivated Foie Gras, a First for the Region](https://tribu.la/gourmey-seeks-eu-approval-for-cultivated-foie-gras-a-first-for-the-region/) - Gourmey has submitted the first EU application for cultivated foie gras, seeking approval to market its product across Europe. - [OPPORTUNITY: FoodFutureCo Scale-Up Accelerator](https://tribu.la/opportunity-foodfutureco-scale-up-accelerator/) - Deadline: 02 October 2023 Apply & More Introduction FoodFutureCo is the first scale-up accelerator in food, agriculture, and social entrepreneurship that empowers small but established companies to reach their next stage of growth Who can apply? FoodFutureCo is a Scale-Up Accelerator for established yet small organizations (on track to gross more than $500k annually) that - [OPPORTUNITY: Programa de Incubación para Productos Alimentarios Envasados (Madrid)](https://tribu.la/opportunity-programa-de-incubacion-para-productos-alimentarios-envasados-madrid/) - Deadline: 17 December 2023 Apply & More Introduction ¿Tienes LA IDEA que va a revolucionar los alimentos envasados? Arranca el tercer programa de incubación para productos alimentarios envasados y bebidas envasadas de la ciudad de Madrid, fomentando el emprendimiento, la innovación y la tecnología del sector de la alimentación. Una experiencia pionera en el mundo y - [Chile's Transforma Alimentos Launches New Program: Interview With Graciela Urrutia](https://tribu.la/chiles-transforma-alimentos-launches-new-program-interview-with-graciela-urrutia/) - Graciela Urrutia discusses the successes and goals of Chile's Transforma Alimentos program, highlighting its innovative public-private collaboration in the food industry. - [Crumbl and WK Kellogg Co. Collaborate to Launch New Cereal](https://tribu.la/crumbl-and-wk-kellogg-co-collaborate-to-launch-new-cereal/) - WK Kellogg Co. partners with Crumbl to introduce a new Chocolatey Chip Cereal, combining flavors of Crumbl's signature cookie. - [Applied Carbon Secures $21.5 Million in Series A Funding for Biochar Technology](https://tribu.la/applied-carbon-secures-21-5-million-in-series-a-funding-for-biochar-technology/) - Applied Carbon has raised $21.5 million to deploy biochar technology across several states, enhancing soil health and carbon sequestration. - [Economical Phosphorus Removal Method Shows Promise in Field Tests](https://tribu.la/economical-phosphorus-removal-method-shows-promise-in-field-tests/) - University of Illinois researchers demonstrate a cost-effective method for phosphorus removal and recycling using biochar pellets in field conditions. - [Food-Tech Startup FUL Foods Taps the Planet's Oldest Source of Life - Spirulina - To Reimagine the Future of Nutrition, Starting with FULwater](https://tribu.la/food-tech-startup-ful-foods-taps-the-planets-oldest-source-of-life-spirulina-to-reimagine-the-future-of-nutrition-starting-with-fulwater/) - FUL Foods, the innovative Amsterdam-based food-tech startup, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking product, FULwater, into the U.S. market. FULwater, a naturally vibrant blue functional water, represents a significant leap forward in environmentally efficient and functional nutrition. Led by a team of dedicated female entrepreneurs and passionate climate advocates, FUL Foods has - [Blue Tree Technologies Secures $2.26 Million in Funding](https://tribu.la/blue-tree-technologies-secures-2-26-million-in-funding/) - Israeli startup Blue Tree Technologies raised $2.26 million for its sugar reduction technology amid regional challenges and decreased FoodTech investments. - [Balancing Crop Yield and Solar Efficiency with New Photovoltaic Tool](https://tribu.la/balancing-crop-yield-and-solar-efficiency-with-new-photovoltaic-tool/) - Researchers at Swansea University developed a tool to identify photovoltaic materials that optimize crop growth and solar power generation. - [Aigen Unveils the World's First AI-Driven, Solar-Powered, Agricultural Robotics Service](https://tribu.la/aigen-unveils-the-worlds-first-ai-driven-solar-powered-agricultural-robotics-service/) - Seattle-based agricultural technology startup, Aigen, has introduced a groundbreaking autonomous robotics platform called the Aigen Element service. Powered entirely by solar and wind energy and leveraging proprietary quantized AI, this innovative farming solution aims to reduce fossil fuel usage while providing farmers with real-time field insights, time savings, and cost reductions. The idea behind Aigen's - [Monarch Tractor Secures $133 Million to Enhance Electric and Autonomous Farming Technology](https://tribu.la/monarch-tractor-secures-133-million-to-enhance-electric-and-autonomous-farming-technology/) - Monarch Tractor secured $133 million in Series C funding to advance electric, autonomous farming technology and expand global operations. - [FarmDroid Secures €10.5 Million to Expand Solar-Powered Agricultural Robots](https://tribu.la/farmdroid-secures-e10-5-million-to-expand-solar-powered-agricultural-robots/) - FarmDroid secured €10.5 million to expand its autonomous, solar-powered agricultural robots, promoting efficiency and sustainability in farming practices. - [OPPORTUNITY: BlueTech for Waste (Caribbean)](https://tribu.la/opportunity-bluetech-for-waste-caribbean/) - Deadline: 31 December 2023 Apply & More Introduction The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory, IDB Lab, and in partnership with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) seeks to support innovative solutions that contribute to the sound management of hazardous Chemicals and Waste (C&W) to protect human health and the environment, and address climate - [Discovery of Key Enzyme in Xanthomonas Pathogens Offers New Insights for Plant Disease Management](https://tribu.la/discovery-of-key-enzyme-in-xanthomonas-pathogens-offers-new-insights-for-plant-disease-management/) - Recent research identified a crucial enzyme in Xanthomonas pathogens that affects the synthesis of a compound disrupting plant defenses. - [Zinc's Role in Enhancing Nitrogen Absorption in Legumes](https://tribu.la/zincs-role-in-enhancing-nitrogen-absorption-in-legumes/) - Recent research reveals that zinc influences nitrogen absorption in legumes by affecting a key regulator of this process. - [Study Reveals Molecular Process That Could Improve Crop Efficiency for Food Production](https://tribu.la/study-reveals-molecular-process-that-could-improve-crop-efficiency-for-food-production/) - Researchers at Kansas State University discovered a molecular mechanism that helps plants detect and efficiently utilize phosphorus for growth. - [Interview With Cristobal Fonseca, CEO Of Microendo](https://tribu.la/interview-with-cristobal-fonseca-ceo-of-microendo/) - Cristobal Fonseca, CEO of Microendo, is driven by a lifelong passion for science and the environment. His journey as an ag-tech entrepreneur began with a mission close to his heart. Fueled by his determination to save his father's Agave plantation from a relentless disease, Cristobal embarked on a path of scientific discovery. Through years of - [Synonym Bio Introduces Scaler: A Techno-Economic Analysis Calculator for Biomanufacturing](https://tribu.la/synonym-bio-introduces-scaler-a-techno-economic-analysis-calculator-for-biomanufacturing/) - New York-based biomanufacturing financing and development platform, Synonym Bio, has unveiled its latest innovation, Scaler. This online tool is designed to facilitate the growth of the synthetic biology industry by assisting companies in projecting the costs associated with production and operations at a commercial scale. Scaler represents a new approach to aiding synthetic biology enterprises - [Mycorena Seeks New Ownership Following Bankruptcy Filing](https://tribu.la/mycorena-seeks-new-ownership-following-bankruptcy-filing/) - Mycorena filed for bankruptcy due to financial challenges, seeking new ownership to preserve its assets and continue operations. - [Upside Foods Faces Workforce Reduction Amid Industry Challenges](https://tribu.la/upside-foods-faces-workforce-reduction-amid-industry-challenges/) - Upside Foods, a leading cultivated meat firm, reduces workforce amid regulatory challenges and funding declines in the industry. - [Meatable Secures $35 Million Funding for AgriFood Innovation in Cultivated Meat](https://tribu.la/meatable-secures-35-million-funding-for-agrifood-innovation-in-cultivated-meat/) - Dutch food tech company Meatable has successfully raised $35 million in new funding, propelling its total funding to $95 million. This latest round was led by Agronomics, with Invest-NL, a Dutch impact fund, joining as a new investor. Additionally, Meatable received continued strong support from existing investors including BlueYard, Bridford, MilkyWay, DSM Venturing, and Taavet - [Upside Foods Temporarily Halts Rubicon Plant Plans](https://tribu.la/upside-foods-temporarily-halts-rubicon-plant-plans/) - Upside Foods, a key player in the cultivated meat industry, has recently announced a strategic shift in its expansion plans, delaying the construction of its Rubicon plant in Glenview, Illinois. This decision, revealed in correspondence obtained by WIRED, reflects the company's response to evolving market dynamics and financial considerations. Initially unveiled in September 2023, the - [Seaweed Supplement Reduces Methane Emissions in Grazing Beef Cattle](https://tribu.la/seaweed-supplement-reduces-methane-emissions-in-grazing-beef-cattle/) - A study found that a seaweed supplement reduced methane emissions from grazing beef cattle by nearly 40% without affecting health. - [Givaudan and FoodHack launch the 2025 FoodTech World Cup](https://tribu.la/givaudan-and-foodhack-launch-the-2025-foodtech-world-cup/) - Givaudan, Nestlé R+D Accelerator and FoodHack are joining forces to host the 2025 FoodTech World Cup - The ultimate tournament to showcase the world’s best startups in food for health. Applications are now open until 12th March, 2025. The future of food is personalised, functional, and built for better health. As science uncovers the deep - [Study Challenges Perceptions of Stagnating Global Crop Yields](https://tribu.la/study-challenges-perceptions-of-stagnating-global-crop-yields/) - A study finds global crop yields have steadily grown since the 1960s, addressing concerns about stagnation and future food security. - [Potential of Agricultural Carbon Sequestration in Emission Reduction and Productivity Enhancement](https://tribu.la/potential-of-agricultural-carbon-sequestration-in-emission-reduction-and-productivity-enhancement/) - A recent study examines carbon sequestration on agricultural land, highlighting its potential to reduce emissions and enhance productivity. - [Study Highlights the Prevalence of Social Media Mentions for Fast Food and Sugary Drinks](https://tribu.la/study-highlights-the-prevalence-of-social-media-mentions-for-fast-food-and-sugary-drinks/) - A study reveals frequent social media mentions of fast food and sugary drinks, highlighting their extensive reach and potential impact. - [Electro-Agriculture: A More Efficient Solar-Powered Alternative to Photosynthesis](https://tribu.la/electro-agriculture-a-more-efficient-solar-powered-alternative-to-photosynthesis/) - Researchers propose "electro-agriculture," replacing photosynthesis with a solar-powered process to create acetate, potentially reducing agricultural land use significantly. - [MeliBio Secures Strategic Investment to Scale Vegan Honey Production](https://tribu.la/melibio-secures-strategic-investment-to-scale-vegan-honey-production/) - MeliBio secures strategic investment to expand production of its vegan honey, aiming to address biodiversity challenges and scale distribution. - [¡Nos complace anunciar que Residua Biocircular está presente en la United Nations Biodiversity Conference COP 16 en Cali, Colombia!](https://tribu.la/nos-complace-anunciar-que-residua-biocircular-esta-presente-en-la-united-nations-biodiversity-conference-cop-16-en-cali-colombia/) - Nos encontramos en la Zona Verde, Stand 41, ubicada en la icónica Plaza San Francisco, participando como negocio verde y presentando nuestras innovadoras soluciones para un futuro más sostenible. En Residua Biocircular, nos especializamos en la valorización de residuos orgánicos a través de la biotecnología, utilizando la larva soldado negro para convertir residuos en recursos - [A Natural Sweetener with Anti-Inflammatory Potential](https://tribu.la/a-natural-sweetener-with-anti-inflammatory-potential/) - A study identified bitter peptides from thaumatin digestion, influencing stomach acid secretion and reducing inflammation linked to H. pylori. - [Underreported Methane Emissions from Dairy Farms and Their Renewable Energy Potential](https://tribu.la/underreported-methane-emissions-from-dairy-farms-and-their-renewable-energy-potential/) - New research shows methane emissions from dairy farms are significantly higher than estimated, with potential for renewable energy conversion. - [Using Plants as Bio-Factories for Producing Animal-Derived Nutrients](https://tribu.la/using-plants-as-bio-factories-for-producing-animal-derived-nutrients/) - Researchers developed a method for plants to produce animal-derived nutrients, such as creatine, carnosine, and taurine, using synthetic genetic modules. - [Study Reveals Neural Mechanisms Behind Food Intake Regulation](https://tribu.la/study-reveals-neural-mechanisms-behind-food-intake-regulation/) - New study reveals how hypothalamic neurons regulate food intake, potentially informing strategies for addressing eating disorders. - [Ynsect Files Safeguard Plan Amid Financing Challenges](https://tribu.la/ynsect-files-safeguard-plan-amid-financing-challenges/) - Ynsect filed for a safeguard plan due to financing delays, aiming to restructure while maintaining operations and securing investments. - [Using OpenET to Accurately Track Groundwater](https://tribu.la/using-openet-to-accurately-track-groundwater/) - Researchers found OpenET provides accurate estimates of groundwater use for crop irrigation, aiding groundwater management efforts across the U.S. - [Turning Cooking Oil Into Useful Chemicals Using Microwaves](https://tribu.la/turning-cooking-oil-into-useful-chemicals-using-microwaves/) - Researchers from Kyushu University found that microwave heating of Na-ZSM-5 significantly improves biomass conversion to olefins, enhancing efficiency. - [AI Integration Reduces Energy Use in Indoor Agriculture by 25%](https://tribu.la/ai-integration-reduces-energy-use-in-indoor-agriculture-by-25/) - Cornell engineers found that using artificial intelligence in indoor agriculture systems can reduce energy consumption by up to 25%. - [Motif FoodWorks Shuts Down Amid Legal Battle and Market Challenges](https://tribu.la/motif-foodworks-shuts-down-amid-legal-battle-and-market-challenges/) - Motif FoodWorks is closing down following a costly legal dispute with Impossible Foods and a decline in alternative protein investments. - [Global Water Scarcity Risk Elevated by Considering Rain's Upwind Origins](https://tribu.la/global-water-scarcity-risk-elevated-by-considering-rains-upwind-origins/) - A study from Stockholm University suggests global water scarcity risks are higher when considering upwind environmental conditions and governance. - [Interview with Arpegio Managing Director, Andres Hammer](https://tribu.la/interview-with-arpegio-managing-director-andres-hammer/) - Arpegio is a sponsor of tribu, so we interviewed Andrés Hammer, one of the Managing Directors of the venture capital firm specializing in the food industry in Latin America. He shared valuable insights into the firm's investment strategies, its role in fostering innovation, and highlighted the importance of technology in bringing efficiencies and sustainability to - [Interview With Fernando Lago of Liquid Venture Studio](https://tribu.la/interview-with-fernando-lago-of-liquid-venture-studio/) - In this interview, we dive into the world of food and beverage entrepreneurship with Fernando Lago, Director of Liquid Venture Studio (LVS). Fernando is a distinguished marketing executive with over 15 years of leadership in the global and regional Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) food sector across Latin American markets. He shares insights into LVS's approach - [Interview With David Alvo, Founder & Managing Partner at ImpactaVC](https://tribu.la/interview-with-david-alvo-founder-managing-partner-at-impactavc/) - In this interview with David Alvo, the Founder & Managing Partner of ImpactaVC, we delve into his remarkable journey within the Latin American startup ecosystem and the transformative experiences that led to the creation of Impacta VC. With a mission driven by purpose and a deep commitment to supporting impact-driven founders, David and his partners - [Interview With Carin Gerhardt, Director of Corporate Programs at SVG Ventures | THRIVE](https://tribu.la/interview-with-carin-gerhardt-director-of-corporate-programs-at-svg-ventures-thrive/) - Meet Carin Gerhardt, Director of Corporate Programs at SVG Ventures | THRIVE. In this interview, we learn about her journey into the world of food and agriculture innovation and the pivotal role she plays at SVG Ventures. With a background in food science and a passion for innovation, Carin discusses the organization's mission to drive - [Interview With Markus Schreyer, CEO & Founder at The Ganesha Lab](https://tribu.la/interview-with-markus-schreyer-ceo-founder-at-the-ganesha-lab/) - In this interview with Markus Schreyer, CEO & Founder of The Ganesha Lab, we dive into his remarkable journey from leadership roles at prominent companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific to his pivotal decision to establish a scaleup program and fund dedicated to nurturing biotech startups in Latin America. Markus shares the driving forces behind his - [Interview With Justin Schwartz, Managing Partner at IMPAQTO Capital](https://tribu.la/interview-with-justin-schwartz-managing-partner-at-impaqto-capital/) - Meet Justin Schwartz, Managing Partner of IMPAQTO Capital, an impact investing firm in the Andean Region that is bridging the gap for impact startups by providing flexible capital and focusing on often-ignored markets. Justin shares their investment philosophy, the qualities they value in founders, their revenue-based financing approach, and their commitment to measuring and reporting - [Interview With Chad Zimmerman, Ag-Food Business Development Director at GlobalSTL](https://tribu.la/interview-with-chad-zimmerman-ag-food-business-development-director-at-globalstl/) - In this interview with Chad Zimmerman, Ag-Food Business Development Director at GlobalSTL, we gain a unique perspective on his journey from growing up on a family farm in the American Midwest to his role in promoting innovation in the agriculture industry. Chad's background and experiences have shaped his passionate commitment to fostering innovation. He sheds - [Interview with Hernan Castro, CFO at GLOCAL](https://tribu.la/interview-with-hernan-castro-cfo-at-glocal/) - Hernán Castro is the Chief Financial Officer at GLOCAL. His roots in the industry stretch back to childhood, steeped in the surroundings of his father's ag-input distributorship. From these formative years to a decade-long tenure at one of Argentina's prominent Ag companies, Hernán's trajectory intertwines personal experience with professional passion. In this interview with tribu, - [Interview with Alex Price, Climate Investment Fellow at Cleantech Hub](https://tribu.la/interview-with-alex-price-climate-investment-fellow-at-cleantech-hub/) - Alex Price, Climate Investment Fellow at Cleantech Hub, shares insights into his journey from the UK government to the heart of climate and environmental innovation in Latin America. He explains Cleantech Hub's role as a clean tech accelerator, highlighting its comprehensive support for startups across the climate and agrifood sectors in Latin America. Alex lists - [Interview With Ernesto Aguiar, Head of Tastech by Sigma](https://tribu.la/interview-with-ernesto-aguiar-head-of-tastech-by-sigma/) - In this interview, Ernesto Aguiar, Head of Tastech by Sigma, discusses Sigma's efforts to foster innovation in the food industry through its Tastech program. Now in its fifth year, Tastech is Sigma's global open innovation platform aimed at collaborating with startups to address key challenges in the food sector. Ernesto provides an overview of Sigma's - [Interview with Smiley Kids founder, Colin Phillips](https://tribu.la/interview-with-smiley-kids-founder-colin-phillips/) - If you have ever walked through a supermarket in Chile—especially if you have kids—chances are you have noticed the colorful packaging and significant shelf space of Smiley Kids. We caught up with Colin Phillips, the founder of Smiley Kids, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, experience as a foreign food entrepreneur in Latin America, and the - [Interview with EcoPhage founder, Guy Elitzur](https://tribu.la/interview-with-ecophage-founder-guy-elitzur/) - Meet Guy Elitzur, the CEO of the early-stage startup EcoPhage. With a wealth of experience in the agritech sector, Guy is spearheading EcoPhage's mission to develop bacteriophage-based solutions for combating bacterial diseases in agriculture. Based in Israel, EcoPhage looks to revolutionize crop protection by harnessing the power of bacteriophages, natural microorganisms that effectively treat bacterial - [Interview with Daniel Andreu, CEO of Agrosingularity](https://tribu.la/interview-with-daniel-andreu-ceo-of-agrosingularity/) - Introducing Daniel Andreu, the CEO of Agrosingularity, a Spain-based company specializing in plant-based products for the food and biotechnological sectors. With a strong focus on sustainability, the company prides itself on transforming food waste into natural and functional ingredients, bringing flavors, colors, and micronutrients to the table. Through their innovative upcycled ingredients, Agrosingularity is making - [Interview With Matias Jalil, CEO & Co-founder of Qubik](https://tribu.la/interview-with-matias-jalil-ceo-co-founder-of-qubik/) - Meet Matias Jalil, CEO and Co-founder of Qubik. In this interview, he shares his journey from an early start in entrepreneurship to co-founding Qubik. Having founded multiple ventures across diverse industries, Matias's pivot to supply chain management was inspired by the challenges he witnessed in the transportation sector. Fueled by a desire to bridge gaps - [Interview With Guillermo de Vivanco, CEO & Co-founder of SpaceAg](https://tribu.la/interview-with-guillermo-de-vivanco-ceo-co-founder-of-spaceag/) - Meet Guillermo de Vivanco, CEO and Co-Founder of SpaceAg. Guillermo shares his background as an investor and what inspired his transition into the world of ag-tech entrepreneurship. He highlights the critical problems and opportunities SpaceAg addresses in the agriculture industry, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making and sustainability. Guillermo sheds light on SpaceAg's innovative solutions - [Interview With Michroma's Ricky Cassini & Juan Pablo Orlov](https://tribu.la/interview-with-michromas-ricky-cassini-juan-pablo-orlov/) - Meet Michroma's Ricky Cassini, Co-Founder & CEO, and Juan Pablo Orlov, Chief of Staff. Their company is at the forefront of redefining the natural colorant industry by harnessing the power of fungi and precision fermentation. With a compelling focus on clean labels, environmental sustainability, and cutting-edge technology, Michroma is poised to transform the way we - [Interview With Luis Figueroa, Co-Founder at The Roundtable](https://tribu.la/interview-with-luis-figueroa-co-founder-at-the-roundtable/) - Luis Figueroa is the Co-Founder of The Roundtable, a dynamic community of startup entrepreneurs, as well as Investing Partner at Xperiment Ventures. Luis shares his journey in the startup ecosystem, beginning with his background in agricultural engineering and his pivot towards the world of digital business and startups. This transition eventually led to the creation - [Interview With Irving Rivera, Co-Founder & CEO at Solena](https://tribu.la/interview-with-irving-rivera-co-founder-ceo-at-solena/) - Meet Irving Rivera, CEO of Solena. In this interview, we delve into his journey and passion for addressing global agriculture challenges that fueled the birth of Solena, a company dedicated to harnessing the soil microbiome's power. With a mission to revolutionize agriculture by customizing solutions that enhance soil health and crop yields, Solena's approach offers - [Forests Resources Significantly Reduce Food Scarcity](https://tribu.la/forests-resources-significantly-reduce-food-scarcity/) - New research shows that forest-based activities significantly reduce food scarcity in Liberia, highlighting forests' role in enhancing food security. - [New National Glycemic Index Database Developed for U.S. Carbohydrate Quality](https://tribu.la/new-national-glycemic-index-database-developed-for-u-s-carbohydrate-quality/) - A new national glycemic index database analyzes carbohydrate quality and its association with health risks, marking a significant advancement. - [Identification of Human Odorant Receptor for Geosmin Advances Understanding of Food and Water Quality](https://tribu.la/identification-of-human-odorant-receptor-for-geosmin-advances-understanding-of-food-and-water-quality/) - Researchers have identified the human odorant receptor for geosmin, a compound affecting food and water quality with its musty odor. - [Is Glass Packaging Less Sustainable Than Plastic?](https://tribu.la/is-glass-packaging-less-sustainable-than-plastic/) - A study reveals that, contrary to popular belief, glass packaging is less sustainable than plastic due to higher energy demands. - [InnerPlant Closes $30 Million Series B Round](https://tribu.la/innerplant-closes-30-million-series-b-round/) - InnerPlant has raised $30 million in Series B funding to advance its plant stress detection technology and expand its offerings. - [Does Your Startup Sell to Agrifood Startups?](https://tribu.la/does-your-startup-sell-to-other-agrifood-startups/) - If your company offers services to other startups in the agrifood industry—such as satellite services, cloud computing, CRM, legal services, etc.—we invite you to participate in the upcoming Tribu-Dealbook. - [OpenTable and Visa Partner to Launch Exclusive Dining Collection](https://tribu.la/opentable-and-visa-partner-to-launch-exclusive-dining-collection/) - OpenTable and Visa's collaboration will offer eligible Visa cardholders exclusive access to reservations and events at select restaurants across North America. - [UK Approves Lab-Grown Chicken for Pet Food](https://tribu.la/uk-approves-lab-grown-chicken-for-pet-food/) - The UK approves lab-grown chicken for pet food, marking Europe's first such authorization, amid discussions on sustainability and ethics. - [Nurasa Opens Advanced Food Tech Innovation Centre in Singapore](https://tribu.la/nurasa-opens-advanced-food-tech-innovation-centre-in-singapore/) - Nurasa inaugurates its Food Tech Innovation Centre in Singapore, featuring advanced labs for precision fermentation and sustainable food solutions. - [KMC Unveils New 5,000-Square-Meter Innovation Center to Expand Plant-Based Food Solutions](https://tribu.la/kmc-unveils-new-5000-square-meter-innovation-center-to-expand-plant-based-food-solutions/) - KMC inaugurated a new 5,000-square-meter Innovation Center with DKK 100 million investment, doubling its capacity for potato-based ingredient innovation. - [Alphabet's Mineral Shuts Down Operations, Shifts to Licensing Model](https://tribu.la/alphabets-mineral-shuts-down-operations-shifts-to-licensing-model/) - Alphabet's agricultural startup Mineral ceases operations, shifting to a licensing model, transferring AI technology to industry partners like Driscoll’s. - [Local Kitchens Secures $40M for Expansion of Multi-Brand Restaurant Hubs in Southern California](https://tribu.la/local-kitchens-secures-40m-for-expansion-of-multi-brand-restaurant-hubs-in-southern-california/) - California-based Local Kitchens secures $40M in Series B funding to expand its multi-brand restaurant hubs into Southern California. - [Ever After Foods Secures $10M to Boost Cultivated Meat Production](https://tribu.la/ever-after-foods-secures-10m-to-boost-cultivated-meat-production/) - Ever After Foods secured $10M to advance bioreactor technology for cost-efficient cultivated meat production, enhancing scalability and reducing environmental impact. - [Tenacious Ventures Reaches $18 Million First Close for New Agtech Fund](https://tribu.la/tenacious-ventures-reaches-18-million-first-close-for-new-agtech-fund/) - Tenacious Ventures secures $18 million for its second fund, focusing on early-stage Australian agtech startups with a climate impact. - [American Express Expands Dining Industry Presence with Acquisition of Tock](https://tribu.la/american-express-expands-dining-industry-presence-with-acquisition-of-tock/) - American Express acquires Tock for $400 million to expand its dining industry presence, adding 7,000 new hospitality businesses to its network. - [Researchers Develop Tool to Assess Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods](https://tribu.la/researchers-develop-tool-to-assess-impact-of-ultra-processed-foods/) - Scientists at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC have developed a novel tool to assess the rewarding and reinforcing properties of foods, focusing on ultra-processed foods, which account for 58 percent of calories consumed in the United States. The study, published in April in the journal Appetite, features a set of meticulously curated images - [Nestlé Introduces Plant-Based Fork for Maggi Cup Noodles in India](https://tribu.la/nestle-introduces-plant-based-fork-for-maggi-cup-noodles-in-india/) - Nestlé releases a plant-based, edible fork for Maggi noodles in India to reduce plastic usage, supporting their sustainability packaging initiatives. - [New Research Explores Biophysical Aspects of Food Mouthfeel](https://tribu.la/new-research-explores-biophysical-aspects-of-food-mouthfeel/) - A new study aims to better understand the biophysical mechanisms underlying taste sensations, potentially leading to the development of healthier food products without compromising mouthfeel. Food texture and feel in the mouth play a significant role in its acceptance, varying widely among different foods. This complexity underscores the challenge of defining an optimal mouthfeel, which - [Utilizing Wild Relatives for Drought-Resistant Crops](https://tribu.la/utilizing-wild-relatives-for-drought-resistant-crops/) - Drought poses a significant challenge to farmers worldwide, exacerbated by climate change. To feed a growing population, sustainable agriculture must increase crop yields with less water. Wild relatives of crops like wheat and barley offer genetic traits for stress tolerance, but traditional screening methods are inadequate. New research published in New Phytologist proposes a systematic - [Enhancing Maize Growth Through Improved Photosynthesis: A Breakthrough by BTI Researchers](https://tribu.la/enhancing-maize-growth-through-improved-photosynthesis-a-breakthrough-by-bti-researchers/) - In light of escalating climate change and food security concerns, the need for more productive crops is critical. Researchers at the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) have developed a method to enhance maize growth by improving photosynthesis, as published in the Journal of Experimental Botany. The study, supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, focuses on - [Optimizing Cold Chains Could Halve Global Food Waste and Cut Emissions by 41%, Study Finds](https://tribu.la/optimizing-cold-chains-could-halve-global-food-waste-and-cut-emissions-by-41-study-finds/) - A recent University of Michigan study reveals that nearly half of global food waste, approximately 620 million metric tons, could be prevented through fully refrigerated food supply chains, or "cold chains." Published in Environmental Research Letters, the study highlights that cold chains could reduce food waste-related greenhouse gas emissions by 41% globally. Significant reductions are - [Tastech by Sigma](https://tribu.la/opportunity-tastech-by-sigma/) - Deadline: 28 June 2024 Apply & More Introduction Tastech by Sigma, a leading corporate startup program, is excited to announce the launch of it’s fifth edition. This year, we invite startups from around the world to participate in this unique opportunity to collaborate with us in shaping the future of the food industry in the - [AquaCerta Challenge](https://tribu.la/opportunity-aquacerta-challenge/) - Deadline: 31 May 202423:59 EST Apply & More Introduction The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory, IDB Lab, in coordination with the IDB Water and Sanitation Division and in partnership with the members of Source of Innovation seeks to advance solutions and innovations from the private sector that can be adopted by service providers in Latin America - [TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield 200](https://tribu.la/opportunity-techcrunchs-startup-battlefield-200/) - Deadline: 10 June 202423:59 PT Apply & More Introduction TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield 200 is the world’s preeminent startup competition with alumni like Vurb, Trello, Mint, Dropbox, Yammer, Tripit, Redbeacon, Qwiki, Getaround, and Soluto. Startup Battlefield 200 showcases the top 200 startups from around the globe, across multiple industries at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 in San Francisco - [THRIVE Global Impact Challenge](https://tribu.la/opportunity-thrive-global-impact-challenge-2/) - Deadline: 12 July 2024 Apply & More Introduction The urgency of the climate crisis is more apparent than ever and disruptive innovation is key to creating a more sustainable, prosperous, inclusive, healthy and equitable future. The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is a global search for the most innovative startups who are advancing a more sustainable - [Nory Secures $16M in Series A Funding to Revolutionize the Restaurant Industry](https://tribu.la/nory-secures-16m-in-series-a-funding-to-revolutionize-the-restaurant-industry/) - Nory, an AI-driven software company, has announced the successful completion of a $16 million Series A funding round. The funding aims to advance the use of artificial intelligence within the hospitality sector, offering innovative solutions to longstanding industry challenges. The hospitality industry has faced significant hurdles in recent years, including widespread closures and narrow profit - [South Korea Establishes Special Zone to Advance Cultivated Meat Industry](https://tribu.la/south-korea-establishes-special-zone-to-advance-cultivated-meat-industry/) - South Korea has designated a regulatory-free zone in Gyeongsangbuk-do to promote the development and commercialization of cultivated meat. This initiative aims to support the growth of the cultivated meat industry by providing regulatory exemptions, particularly for the use of biopsies and same-day slaughtered tissues. The Gyeongbuk Cell-Cultivated Foods Regulatory-Free Special Zone (RFSZ) will host 10 - [Mars Launches USD 47 Million Sustainable Dairy Initiative](https://tribu.la/mars-launches-usd-47-million-sustainable-dairy-initiative/) - Mars, Inc. has unveiled an extensive sustainable dairy plan supported by a $47 million investment over three years. This initiative is part of the company's larger $1 billion climate commitment over the same period. The initiative, titled Moo’ving Dairy Forward, aims to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of dairy production, aligning with Mars' goal to - [Meati Foods Expands Product Availability to 2,000 Retail Stores in the US After Raising USD 100 Million](https://tribu.la/meati-foods-expands-product-availability-to-2000-retail-stores-in-the-us-after-raising-usd-100-million/) - Meati Foods, a Public Benefit Corporation known for its MushroomRoot™ superfood products, has announced a significant expansion into 2,000 Kroger Family Stores starting in April. This marks a notable increase in accessibility for Meati’s offerings, as the company has grown from six retail locations to over 6,000 nationwide in just over a year. To support - [OPPORTUNITY: Techstars Future of Food Powered by Ecolab](https://tribu.la/opportunity-techstars-future-of-food-powered-by-ecolab/) - Deadline: 22 May 2024 Apply & More Introduction Partnered with Ecolab, the Techstars Future of Food program looks to accelerate startups innovating how we feed a growing population safely and sustainably. Who can apply? We fund all types of startups, working in most verticals, using any type of business models. Do keep in mind, however, - [Microsoft and Coca-Cola Forge $1.1 Billion Partnership to Boost AI Integration and Global Technology Strategy](https://tribu.la/microsoft-and-coca-cola-forge-1-1-billion-partnership-to-boost-ai-integration-and-global-technology-strategy/) - Microsoft Corp. and The Coca-Cola Company revealed on Tuesday a five-year strategic partnership designed to integrate and expand Coca-Cola's technology framework on a global scale. This collaboration emphasizes the adoption of advanced technologies, aiming to enhance productivity and foster innovation worldwide. As a major component of this partnership, Coca-Cola has committed $1.1 billion to Microsoft - [Mars & Unreasonable Group Unveil Inaugural Cohort Redefining Food Systems](https://tribu.la/mars-unreasonable-group-unveil-inaugural-cohort-redefining-food-systems/) - Last week, Mars, in collaboration with Unreasonable Group, announced the debut cohort of companies poised to transform global food systems. Comprising fifteen purpose-driven, growth-stage ventures, this selection marks a pivotal moment in the pursuit of sustainable food solutions. The selection process for the Unreasonable Food program was meticulous, with a focus on identifying innovators across - [OPPORTUNITY: Convocatoria Innova Climatech Challenge (Bolivia)](https://tribu.la/opportunity-convocatoria-innova-climatech-challenge-bolivia/) - Deadline: 10 May 2024 Apply & More Introduction En Santa Cruz Innova, creemos firmemente que la innovación climática representa una de las vías más efectivas para construir un futuro más sostenible. Nuestra estrategia está diseñada para catalizar este cambio, invitando a emprendedores, empresas y aliados a unirse a nosotros en este esfuerzo transformador. Bajo este enfoque - [Ginkgo Bioworks Acquires AgBiome's Platform Assets to Strengthen Ag Biological Discovery](https://tribu.la/ginkgo-bioworks-acquires-agbiomes-platform-assets-to-strengthen-ag-biological-discovery/) - Ginkgo Bioworks, a leading biotechnology company, has announced the acquisition of AgBiome's platform assets, marking a significant expansion in its ag biological discovery and development capabilities. The acquisition includes over 115,000 fully sequenced and isolated strains, over 500 million unique gene sequences, as well as relevant functional data and metadata. These assets, coupled with AgBiome's - [Meatable Hosts First-Ever Legally Approved Cultivated Meat Tasting in the European Union](https://tribu.la/meatable-hosts-first-ever-legally-approved-cultivated-meat-tasting-in-the-european-union/) - In a significant development for the cultivated meat industry, Meatable, a leading food tech company, has successfully organized the first officially sanctioned cultivated meat tasting in the European Union. The tasking was held at its headquarters in Leiden, the Netherlands. Tastings of cultivated meat are crucial for gathering essential feedback to refine products on their - [Mosa Meat Raises €40 Million to Help Bring Cultivated Beef to Consumers](https://tribu.la/mosa-meat-raises-e40-million-to-help-bring-cultivated-beef-to-consumers/) - Mosa Meat has secured EUR 40 million in new capital, marking a key milestone in its journey to revolutionize the food industry with cultivated meats. The oversubscribed funding round was led by Lowercarbon Capital LLC and M Ventures, a division of the Merck Group. Notable new investors include government-backed entities such as Invest-NL, InvestEU, Limburg - [OlsAro Raises €2.5 Million Seed Round to Expand AI-Enabled Climate Smart Crop Breeding Platform](https://tribu.la/olsaro-raises-e2-5-million-seed-round-to-expand-ai-enabled-climate-smart-crop-breeding-platform/) - Swedish agtech startup, OlsAro, has successfully closed a €2.5 million seed funding round, led by Future Food Fund and PINC, the venture arm of Paulig. Additional investment came from AgFunder, FLORA Ventures, Mudcake, and existing investors, including the founders of Oatly. OlsAro focuses on developing crop varieties resilient to environmental stressors. With global food demand - [Chile's Live Green Co. Announces New Developments: Breast Milk Fat & Gut Health Postbiotic](https://tribu.la/chiles-live-green-co-announces-new-developments-breast-milk-fat-gut-health-postbiotic/) - The Live Green Co announced new developments in infant nutrition and gut health categories through innovative applications of AI and precision fermentation technology. Founded in Chile and now operating across multiple countries including the US, Singapore, and India, the company's latest developments, GreenTAGs and GutRevyv, mark a milestone in its journey towards clean, sustainable solutions - [OPPORTUNITY: Kickstarting for Good by ProVeg Incubator](https://tribu.la/opportunity-kickstarting-for-good-by-proveg-incubator/) - Deadline: 26 May 2024 Apply & More Introduction Kickstarting for Good is the world’s first incubator and accelerator programme aimed specifically at nonprofit organisations and impact initiatives working on transforming the food system. It is the new not-for-profit programme of the ProVeg Incubator, which is part of the food awareness organisation ProVeg International. Who can - [Juicer Closes $5.3 Million Seed Round to Enhance Restaurant Revenue Management](https://tribu.la/juicer-closes-5-3-million-seed-round-to-enhance-restaurant-revenue-management/) - San Francisco-based Juicer has successfully raised $5.3 million in seed funding, led by York IE, with participation from Augment Ventures and Mudita Venture Partners. This funding round also saw support from industry figures such as Kat Cole, President of Athletic Greens, and Paul English, co-founder of Kayak. Marshall Everson, Vice President of Investments & Strategy - [CropX closes USD 30M Series C to expand digital farm management solutions and pursue additional acquisitions](https://tribu.la/cropx-closes-usd-30m-series-c-to-expand-digital-farm-management-solutions-and-pursue-additional-acquisitions/) - CropX Technologies, a prominent player in the field of digital agronomic farm management, has successfully concluded its Series C financing round, raising an impressive $30 million in funding. Aliaxis SA, a global leader in innovative fluid management solutions facilitating access to water and energy, led the funding round. The substantial investment will be instrumental in - [Revolutionizing Coffee Roasting: ansā Roasting Inc. Secures $9M Funding for Innovative CoffeeTech Solution](https://tribu.la/revolutionizing-coffee-roasting-ansa-roasting-inc-secures-9m-funding-for-innovative-coffeetech-solution/) - CoffeeTech startup ansā Roasting Inc. has announced a significant milestone in its journey towards transforming the coffee industry. The company has successfully secured $9 million in funding, a substantial achievement that underscores the immense potential of its innovative approach. Leading this funding round is Jibe Ventures, a Tel Aviv-based early-stage fund, with participation from Closed - [First Comprehensive Reference Genome for Sugarcane Completed](https://tribu.la/first-comprehensive-reference-genome-for-sugarcane-completed/) - Researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in agricultural biotechnology with the completion of the first comprehensive reference genome for 'R570', a widely cultivated modern sugarcane hybrid. This milestone holds promise for revolutionizing breeding programs worldwide for this crucial bioenergy and food crop. Despite its economic importance, sugarcane has been one of the last major crops - [Singapore Clears Path for Cultivated Quail: Vow's Innovative Protein Approved](https://tribu.la/singapore-clears-path-for-cultivated-quail-vows-innovative-protein-approved/) - The recent approval granted to Australian alternative protein firm Vow by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) to sell cultivated quail marks a significant step forward in the alternative protein industry. Vow's Forged Parfait, part of its cultured meat brand Forged, has garnered attention for its unique flavor profile and innovative production process. During a media - [ASAP Food Delivery Startup Files for Bankruptcy](https://tribu.la/asap-food-delivery-startup-files-for-bankruptcy/) - ASAP, formerly known as Waitr, has announced the cessation of its delivery and carryout business operations, accompanied by a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing. The decision, communicated through an 8-K form submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 2, 2024, marks the end of a journey fraught with both achievements and setbacks. The - [OPPORTUNITY: Agrosuper](https://tribu.la/opportunity-agrosuper/) - Deadline: 12 Abril 202423:00 (Chile) Apply & More Introduction Junto a la empresa Agrosuper estamos invitando a investigadores, investigadoras y startups a participar de esta convocatoria que busca propuestas de investigación aplicada que generen impacto en la cadena de valor de este holding de industria alimentaria. Who can apply? Investigaciones en etapas tempranas de desarrollo, - [OPPORTUNITY: THRIVE Studio Sprint](https://tribu.la/opportunity-thrive-studio-sprint/) - Deadline: 18 April 2024 Apply & More Introduction THRIVE Studio Sprint is an accelerated validation process designed to give you an edge in building your agrifood tech business. Our 8-week agrifood venture validation process is for researchers and early-stage entrepreneurs. THRIVE Studio Sprint will help take your next big idea to a validated MVP, step-by-step. - [OPPORTUNITY: Concurso Startups Agtech](https://tribu.la/opportunity-concurso-startups-agtech/) - Deadline: 10 April 2024 Apply & More Introduction Buscamos personas con ganas de cambiar el mundo que dirijan startups orientadas al ecosistema agrícola, dispuestas a viajar a Francia para hacer despegar su idea. Es una oportunidad que ofrece Lodo junto a la SITEVINITECH para que jóvenes emprendedores de toda Latinoamérica, puedan impulsar sus Startups Agtech de base - [OPPORTUNITY: FoodFutureCo Accelerator Cohort 12](https://tribu.la/opportunity-foodfutureco-accelerator-cohort-12/) - Deadline: 8 April 2024 Apply & More Introduction FoodFutureCo is a scale-up accelerator for small, yet established companies that provide unique products and solutions across our food system. Our focus areas include consumer products, local food, plant-based food, sustainable seafood, ag tech, food tech, and food waste. Who can apply? We help impactful companies, globally, - [OPPORTUNITY: Climate Challenge - THRIVE | Alberta Innovates](https://tribu.la/opportunity-climate-challenge-thrive-alberta-innovates/) - Deadline: 29 March 2024 Apply & More Introduction With the global population set to reach 10 billion by 2050, the demand for increased agricultural production underscores the parallel need for sustainable energy solutions. The synergy between agriculture and energy is profound in Alberta, Canada, where these sectors are not only essential drivers of the provincial - [OPPORTUNITY: Grow-NY Business Competition](https://tribu.la/opportunity-grow-ny-business-competition/) - Deadline: 15 May 20245:00pm ET Apply & More Introduction The Grow-NY competition attracts innovative, high-growth food and agriculture startups from across the globe and engages them in the region’s rapidly-growing startup ecosystem. Who can apply? Applicants must be an established business entity in the food, beverage, and/or agriculture space. This includes food and agriculture companies - [OPPORTUNITY: Innovation Call - Advancing digital innovation in Latin America](https://tribu.la/opportunity-innovation-call-advancing-digital-innovation-in-latin-america/) - Deadline: 12 April 2024 Apply & More Introduction Digital agriculture holds great potential for smallholder farmers. It can improve agricultural productivity and help farmers cope with extreme climatic events. However, Latin America’s digital agriculture tools have not reached sufficient scale yet. This Innovation Call is a key activity of the project, “Advancing Digital Innovation - [OPPORTUNITY: Endeavor Scale Up - Peru](https://tribu.la/opportunity-endeavor-scale-up-peru/) - Deadline: 5 April 2024 Apply & More Introduction ScaleUp busca impulsar emprendimientos en Perú a convertirse en emprendimientos de alto impacto a través de un programa de aceleración de 6 meses. El cual brinda apoyo personalizado en los temas más retadores para un emprendimiento: modelo de negocio, producto, marketing, talento, ventas, capital, entre otros. Who can apply? Emprendedor: buscamos líderes que - [OPPORTUNITY: Next Heroes in Food & Agtech at F&A Next](https://tribu.la/opportunity-next-heroes-in-food-agtech-at-fa-next/) - Deadline: 29 February 202423:59 CET Apply & More Introduction F&A Next is all about innovation and connecting game changing Food & Agri tech startups and scale-ups to dedicated investors and innovative corporates. Aside from the many network opportunities that are offered throughout the event, we offer 10 most promising agrifoodtech startups a special opportunity to take the - [OPPORTUNITY: Food Tech Congress Startup Competition](https://tribu.la/opportunity-food-tech-congress-startup-competition/) - Deadline: 19 February 2024 Apply & More Introduction Showcase your business, gain visibility, and build new partnerships At Food Tech Challengers, we are on a mission to pinpoint the most game-changing solutions that will transform the way we produce and consume food. If your company creates disruptive solutions, this is your chance to put your - [OPPORTUNITY: Siemens Water Innovation Challenge](https://tribu.la/opportunity-siemens-water-innovation-challenge/) - Deadline: 19 January 2024 Apply & More Introduction El Siemens Water Innovation Challenge es un llamado a startups, empresas y visionarios comprometidos con la innovación en soluciones hídricas, especialmente enfocado en fuentes no convencionales de agua, como la desalación y el reúso del agua. Este desafío representa nuestra firme dedicación al desarrollo sostenible del agua, - [OPPORTUNITY: AgFunder GROW Impact Accelerator](https://tribu.la/opportunity-agfunder-grow-impact-accelerator/) - Deadline: 02 February 2024 Apply & More Introduction Our current food system is at the heart of many of today's biggest opportunities and challenges. It's clear that we urgently need to accelerate wide-ranging solutions for how we produce, process, package, transport, consume, and dispose of our food. The AgFunder GROW Impact Accelerator drives this transformation - [OPPORTUNITY: CIVLAC Climate Tech Challenge, 2nd Edition](https://tribu.la/opportunity-civlac-climate-tech-challenge-2nd-edition/) - Deadline: 30 November 2023 Apply & More Introduction The initiative created by Corporate Impact Venturing Latin America & The Caribbean (CIVLAC) invites all impact startups that want to access opportunities to collaborate with corporations to participate in the second version of the Climate Tech Challenge. We seek that corporations can advance in the adoption and - [LatAm's 40+ Top Climate VCs to Know](https://tribu.la/latams-40-top-climate-vcs-to-know/) - Climate change is taking on a multitude of forms across Latin America. Drought, flooding, heatwaves, water shortages, biodiversity loss and deforestation are disrupting communities and ecosystems across the region. As the impact of climate change hits the region, it’s no surprise that Climate adaptation and mitigation technologies are on the rise in Latin America. And - [OPPORTUNITY: ReACH Innovation Summit](https://tribu.la/opportunity-reach-innovation-summit/) - Deadline: 17 November 2023 Apply & More Introduction ReACH, Regen AgriFood Coalition in the Heartland, is a coalition co-lauched by BioSTL and Bayer. ReACH's member organizations represent our region’s global agrifood corporations, collaborating on building a regenerative agrifood system that meets its member’s net-zero carbon and sustainability commitments. Active engagement by our coalition members and BioSTL will define - [OPPORTUNITY: Startups by Tetra Pak (Ecuador & Colombia)](https://tribu.la/opportunity-startups-by-tetra-pak-ecuador-colombia/) - Deadline: 22 October 2023 Apply & More Introduction En Tetra Pak nace una especie, una especie en expansión. Y son ellos todos los que sueñan con hacer evolucionar su Startup, es por eso que se creó la iniciativa de Startups by Tetra Pak, y ahora tú puedes ser parte de ella.​​ En esta iniciativa Tetra - [OPPORTUNITY: Desafío Nestlé - Startups Food Tech](https://tribu.la/opportunity-desafio-nestle-startups-food-tech/) - Deadline: 24 October 2023 Apply & More Introduction Iniciativa que promueve el emprendimiento y la innovación, impulsando el desarrollo de innovaciones tecnológicas o digitales relacionadas con ingredientes provenientes de Latinoamérica. Who can apply? El programa está enfocado en proyectos que operan en Latinoamérica, ya que busca fortalecer y apoyar la innovación regional generando un impacto - [KM ZERO's Catalina Valencia on Transforming the Food System, and an Invitation to ftalks Valencia 2023](https://tribu.la/km-zeros-catalina-valencia-on-transforming-the-food-system-and-an-invitation-to-ftalks-valencia-2023/) - Introducing Catalina Valencia, Community Lead at KM ZERO. In this interview, Catalina provides a comprehensive overview of KM ZERO's mission and impact within the food innovation ecosystem. From supporting startups and fostering collaboration between different segments to connecting entrepreneurs with investors, KM ZERO plays a vital role in transforming the food industry. Catalina also extends - [OPPORTUNITY: 2024 Global Accelerator Program](https://tribu.la/opportunity-2024-global-accelerator-program/) - Deadline: 10 November 2023 Apply & More Introduction Applications for our 2024 Accelerator Programs are now open. The THRIVE Global Accelerator program is a 12 week award-winning program designed specifically to support seed through series A companies, preparing them for growth and scalability. Supporting companies across the agrifood value chain, the THRIVE Global Accelerator places a strong - [OPPORTUNITY: THRIVE Agrithon](https://tribu.la/opportunity/) - Deadline: 01 Sept 2023 (online)06 Sept 2023 (in-person) Apply & More Introduction THRIVE Agrithon is your chance to dive into the world of agtech and foodtech, collaborate with industry professionals and mentors, and potentially kickstart your next entrepreneurial journey. THRIVE Agrithon, is a captivating venture-building competition hosted through the esteemed THRIVE Venture Studio. Designed to inspire innovation - [OPPORTUNITY: Scale Your Business with Cencosud in Chile](https://tribu.la/opportunity-scale-your-business-with-cencosud-in-chile/) - Deadline: 25 September 2023 Apply & More Introduction Do you have a business, SME or company and want to connect with Cencosud? Sign up and have the opportunity to be a strategic partner of Cencosud and a supplier of Jumbo supermarkets. Who can apply? Startups and SMEs from Chile. Awards or Benefits Access retail space - [Global Agrifood Corporate Venture Capital & Open Innovation Programs](https://tribu.la/global-agrifood-corporate-venture-capital-open-innovation-programs/) - The global agrifood industry has witnessed a surge in the number of startups aiming to revolutionize the way we produce, distribute, and consume food. To capitalize on this wave of innovation and secure their positions in the rapidly evolving market, many corporations have established dedicated venture capital arms, within their organizational structure or through partnerships. - [Global VC Firms Investing in Agrifood](https://tribu.la/global-agrifood-venture-capital-firms/) - It's important to take into account that venture capital funds have very specific mandates, defined by a series of variables such as stage, geography, industry (or sector within an industry), technology, and many others. If you're a startup looking to raise funds, use this guide simply as a starting point. Visit each firm and understand - [OPPORTUNITY: NESsT - IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Latin America Accelerator Program](https://tribu.la/opportunity-nesst-ikea-social-entrepreneurship-latin-america-accelerator-program/) - Deadline: 1 October 2023 Apply & More Introduction NESsT and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship launched the first Latin America Accelerator program in 2020, which invested in 17 social enterprises, sustaining 1,500 jobs for excluded individuals across the region. Building on the impact and learnings of the first program, NESsT is launching a new accelerator with the - [OPPORTUNITY: Pitch at ftalks Food Summit 2023 in Valencia, Spain](https://tribu.la/opportunity-pitch-at-ftalks-food-summit-2023-in-valencia-spain/) - Deadline: 17 September 2023 Apply & More Introduction KM ZERO Foundation will select startups from the food sector to participate in the two-day ftalks Food Summit 2023 in Valencia, Spain. The startups will be able to carry out their pitch in front of investors, heads of public institutions, food industry professionals, specialised media and opinion - [OPPORTUNITY: Endeavor Match Making 2023](https://tribu.la/opportunity-2/) - Deadline: 6 September 2023 Apply & More Introduction Endeavor Matchmaking 2023 se llevará a cabo el 28 de septiembre y busca conectar fondos de venture capital con emprendedores del país y la región que estén buscando levantar entre US$500,000 y US$5,000,000 de capital en los próximos meses. Who can apply? Emprendedores de Perú y la - [OPPORTUNITY: Premio Nacional Mujer AgroInnovadora (Chile)](https://tribu.la/opportunity-premio-nacional-mujer-agroinnovadora-chile/) - Deadline: 14 September 202315:00 (Chile) Apply & More Introduction Busca destacar a la profesional (investigadora, académica, consultora, entre otras) que haya realizado una contribución relevante a los procesos de innovación y/o al desarrollo de una cultura de la innovación en el sector mediante su capacidad de conducción, aporte en materia de difusión, transferencia, perfeccionamiento de - [OPPORTUNITY: HEINEKEN Green Challenge 2023](https://tribu.la/opportunity-heineken-green-challenge-2023/) - Deadline: 6 September 2023 Apply & More Introduction Es una iniciativa única impulsada por Heineken e INCmty que busca reunir a emprendedores mexicanos con proyectos innovadores avanzados que identifiquen oportunidades resuelvan problemas socio-medio ambiente México. En su edición 2023 estará centrada en el Cuidado, preservación y acceso al agua en comunidades. Who can apply? Participantes mayores - [OPPORTUNITY: 2023 THRIVE Global Impact Challenge](https://tribu.la/opportunity-2023-thrive-global-impact-challenge/) - Deadline: 28 August 2023 Apply & More Introduction A global search for the most innovative startups who are advancing a more sustainable future for agriculture. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the Global Impact Challenge is a global call for startups who are advancing a more sustainable future for agriculture & focuses on four - [OPPORTUNITY: AWS Build Accelerator](https://tribu.la/opportunity-aws-build-accelerator/) - Deadline: 22 September 2023 Apply & More Introduction A 10-week virtual program where pre-MVP founders get the training and support needed to launch their startups to market. AWS Build Accelerator is designed to help founders make strategic decisions related to their startup’s product development. Throughout the 10 weeks, we’ll cover best practices for leveraging the - [OPPORTUNITY: Digitalización del proceso de reclutamiento](https://tribu.la/opportunity-digitalizacion-del-proceso-de-reclutamiento/) - Deadline: 11 Agosto Apply & More Introduction Coca-Cola Andina es una de las compañías líderes a nivel mundial en el sector de bebidas, busca transformar y optimizar su proceso de búsqueda y selección de talentos. El objetivo principal es lograr una digitalización completa del proceso, permitiendo una mayor visibilidad y trazabilidad para las áreas internas - [OPPORTUNITY: AgStar Startup Contest](https://tribu.la/opportunity-agstar-startup-contest/) - Deadline: 31 July 2023 Apply & More Introduction The AgStar Contest is an initiative that seeks to recognize those startups that are developing a disruptive business model in agriculture. The 10 best startups are selected, who will receive important benefits from the ecosystem. The contest looks for companies in the following categories: Ag-Tech Animal-Tech Food-Tech Cross-Cutting - [OPPORTUNITY: Impacta Fundraising Strategy Program 2023](https://tribu.la/opportunity-impacta-fundraising-strategy-program-2023/) - Deadline: 17 July 2023 Apply & More Introduction Design your own fundraising strategy and learn the tools, techniques, and tactics used by the best to raise round after round of capital. Who can apply? Willingness to raise a funding round between $500K USD and $5M USD during the program (Starting on August 1st).‍ Not having - [OPPORTUNITY: Compete for USD 250K in AgSharks Pitch Competition](https://tribu.la/opportunity-compete-for-usd-250k-in-agsharks-pitch-competition/) - Deadline: 28 July 202311:59pm (PT) Apply & More Introduction Western Growers and S2G Ventures are now accepting applications for the 2023 AgSharks Competition, a unique event where startup companies pitch their innovations in front of a live audience of the world’s largest specialty crop producers. Three startups will be selected to pitch their solutions to - [OPPORTUNITY: THRIVE Global Impact Challenge](https://tribu.la/opportunity-thrive-global-impact-challenge/) - Deadline: 28 July 2023 Apply & More Introduction The urgency of the climate crisis is more apparent than ever and disruptive innovation is key to creating a more sustainable, prosperous, inclusive, healthy and equitable future. The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is a global search for the most innovative startups who are advancing a more sustainable - [OPPORTUNITY: Global Water Challenge](https://tribu.la/opportunity-global-water-challenge/) - Deadline: 1 June 202316:00 (UTC-4) Apply & More Introduction BHP’s vision is for a water secure world by 2030. Water is an integral and vital resource for BHP’s production and operations. We cannot operate without it. We use water in many ways, but We know we have a responsibility to effectively manage our water interactions - [OPPORTUNITY: GLOCAL Game Changers LatAm Series 2023](https://tribu.la/opportunity-glocal-game-changers-latam-series-2023/) - Deadline: 16 June 2023 Apply & More Introduction GLOCAL es la plataforma de innovación AgriFoodTech de Latinoamérica que trabaja con emprendedores, inversores y corporaciones para mejorar el futuro de la alimentación y la agricultura. Who can apply? Ideas innovadoras para transformar la agricultura y la alimentación. Awards or Benefits Hasta USD 500.000 en efectivo Acceso a inversores - [OPPORTUNITY: Desafío AgroFood Tech de CIVLAC](https://tribu.la/oportunidad-desafio-agrofood-tech-de-civlac/) - Deadline: 24 May 2023 Apply & More Introduction Buscamos que las corporaciones puedan avanzar en la adopción y/o desarrollo de tecnologías, mejoras internas o modelos de negocio, que permitan reducir tiempos y recursos para lograr un mejor rendimiento y producción en procesos de agricultura y alimentos. Incorporando innovaciones con impactos tangibles. Categorías de desafíos: Trazabilidad - [OPPORTUNITY: Catálogo 2023 - Innovación Alimentaria de Chile -- Transforma Alimentos](https://tribu.la/opportunity-catalogo-2023-innovacion-alimentaria-de-chile-transforma-alimentos/) - Deadline: 7 July 202311:00am (Chile) Apply & More Introduction El programa Transforma Alimentos, iniciativa impulsada por Corfo y apoyada por el Ministerio de Agricultura, invita a todas las empresas innovadoras de todos los tamaños y que tengan una innovación de alto impacto a postular a la Convocatoria del Catálogo de Innovación Alimentaria 2023, publicación anual - [OPPORTUNITY: StartUp Perú PLUG 4G](https://tribu.la/opportunity-startup-peru-plug-4g/) - Deadline: 11 July 202313:00 (Peru) Apply & More Introduction Brindamos financiamiento y acompañamiento para la instalación de startups extranjeras en etapa de escalamiento, que reconozcan al Perú como un mercado atractivo, encuentren valor de operar en él y permitan sofisticar y/o diversificar la matriz económica del país. Deben ser empresas constituidas en su país de - [OPPORTUNITY: KMZERO Venturing](https://tribu.la/opportunity-kmzero-venturing/) - Deadline: 28 May 2023 Apply & More Introduction KM ZERO Venturing is an open innovation and investment program launched by KM ZERO Innovation Hub, which supports startups working on innovative projects aiming to improve the food value chain and make it more resilient. The program is designed to help startups scale quicker by working hand in hand with corporate - [Soil pollution: a latent enemy](https://tribu.la/soil-pollution-a-latent-enemy/) - This content was originally published here by Solena Ag Inc. At-a-glance: Human activities such as agriculture and industrial processes are directly responsible for the release of pollutant substances into the soil and the environment. Sustainable soil management ensures safe food production, ecosystem protection, and, thus, our species’ survival. For the purpose of solving and preventing - [Biotechnology and research for soil improvement](https://tribu.la/biotechnology-and-research-for-soil-improvement/) - This content was originally published here by Solena Ag Inc. At-a-glance: Implementing innovative technological solutions is essential to guarantee soil productivity and environmental well-beingSoil science research along with biotechnology provide tools that help identify the microorganisms responsible for soil qualityBeing aware of soil status means treating it properly and addressing its possible problems effectively Countless - [Is Soil Health a Big Deal?](https://tribu.la/is-soil-health-a-big-deal/) - This content was originally published here by Solena Ag Inc. At a glance: It takes more than a thousand years to generate from 1 to 3 centimeters of topsoilThe global impact that human activities have taken on earth’s natural resources has increased over the last 150 years, leading to environmental and health issuesWhether as consumers - [When crops are harvested, the nutrients follow the crop](https://tribu.la/when-crops-are-harvested-the-nutrients-follow-the-crop/) - This content was originally published here by Paola Ochoa, for AgTools. In nature there are 17 critical plant nutrients: The macronutrients nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, sulphur, magnesium, oxygen, hydrogen, carbon, and the micronutrients iron, boron, chlorine, manganese, zinc, copper, molybdenum and nickel. All the nutrients contained in different fertilizers are found in nature. The most - [How much have fertilizers increased 2022](https://tribu.la/how-much-have-fertilizers-increased-2022/) - This content was originally published here by Paola Ochoa, for AgTools. Fertilizer prices have risen nearly 30% since the start of 2022 following last year’s 80% surge. Soaring prices are driven by a confluence of factors, including surging input costs, supply disruptions caused by sanctions (Belarus and Russia), and export restrictions (China). Urea prices have surpassed - [H2O](https://tribu.la/h2o/) - This content was originally published here by Paola Ochoa, for AgTools. H2O is a critical input for agricultural production and plays an important role in food security. Irrigated agriculture represents 20% of the total cultivated land and contributes 40% of the total food produced worldwide. Irrigated agriculture is, on average, at least twice as productive - [Aimirim Secures R$ 10 Million for Agro-Industry Automation](https://tribu.la/aimirim-secures-r-10-million-for-agro-industry-automation/) - Aimirim raised R$ 10 million to scale its IoT solutions for agro-industries. - [Argentinian AI Startup Raises $2M to Address Agricultural Needs](https://tribu.la/argentinian-ai-startup-raises-2m-to-address-agricultural-needs/) - An Argentinian startup has raised $2 million to expand its AI solutions... - [Sistema.bio Secures $53M for FarmCarbon Climate Fund](https://tribu.la/sistema-bio-secures-53m-for-farmcarbon-climate-fund/) - Sistema.bio has closed a $53 million funding round for FarmCarbon... - [Yuma Secures $300K Federal Grant for Ag-Tech Incubator](https://tribu.la/yuma-secures-300k-federal-grant-for-ag-tech-incubator/) - Yuma ha recibido una subvención federal de planificación de $300,000... - [Spain's Agriculture Ministry Promotes Innovation in Agrifood](https://tribu.la/spains-agriculture-ministry-promotes-innovation-in-agrifood/) - el gran reto del sector agroalimentario ya no es únicamente innovar, sino transformar esa innovación en valor económico... - [Robotics Challenge Highlights Innovations in Ag-Tech](https://tribu.la/robotics-challenge-highlights-innovations-in-ag-tech/) - The 2026 Farm Robotics Challenge showcased advancements in agricultural technology, with 96 teams competing globally... - [Phytolon Raises $23.6M in Series B Funding for Food Dyes](https://tribu.la/phytolon-raises-23-6m-in-series-b-funding-for-food-dyes/) - Phytolon has raised $23.6m in Series B funding to expand the commercial rollout of its fermentation-derived food colourings... - [Expo Foodtech Highlights Tech's Role in Food Industry Resilience](https://tribu.la/expo-foodtech-highlights-techs-role-in-food-industry-resilience/) - la automatización y la innovación tecnológica son clave para optimizar los procesos y mejorar la producción y distribución de alimentos y bebidas... - [Pacifico Biolabs Secures $8M in Series A Funding Round](https://tribu.la/pacifico-biolabs-secures-8m-in-series-a-funding-round/) - 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Cropin transformed analytics from a manual, request-driven process into a scalable, self-service capability... - [Quantum Computing and AI Transform Food Industry at Expo](https://tribu.la/quantum-computing-and-ai-transform-food-industry-at-expo/) - Expo Foodtech 2026 reunirá a expertos para abordar el impacto de la tecnología en la cadena alimentaria... - [Biotalys Secures €12M in Funding for Biocontrol Solutions](https://tribu.la/biotalys-secures-e12m-in-funding-for-biocontrol-solutions/) - Biotalys has raised €12.05 million through a private placement... - [Saku Biosciences Innovates Biomanufacturing with PicoShells](https://tribu.la/saku-biosciences-innovates-biomanufacturing-with-picoshells/) - Saku Biosciences aims to improve production efficiency and reduce costs... - [Advanced Agrilytics Launches AI-Driven TerraSIGNAL Platform](https://tribu.la/advanced-agrilytics-launches-ai-driven-terrasignal-platform/) - Advanced Agrilytics has launched TerraSIGNAL™, an AI-native agronomic platform designed to enhance decision-making for growers. - [Germany Launches Cultivated Meat Innovation Hub Initiative](https://tribu.la/germany-launches-cultivated-meat-innovation-hub-initiative/) - Germany's new biotechnology roadmap focuses on cultivated meat innovation and aims to enhance research collaboration in alternative proteins. - [Brazil Hosts Global FoodTech Forum and Expo in June](https://tribu.la/brazil-hosts-global-foodtech-forum-and-expo-in-june/) - Brazil's FoodTech Forum and Expo focus on sustainable food innovations and attract global experts... - [Savia Project Aims to Innovate Baking Ingredients in LatAm](https://tribu.la/savia-project-aims-to-innovate-baking-ingredients-in-latam/) - El proyecto Savia, en el que participa CNTA, diseñará nuevos ingredientes para panificación... - [Healthy Snacks in Mexico: Trends Driving Conscious Consumption](https://tribu.la/healthy-snacks-in-mexico-trends-driving-conscious-consumption/) - La categoría de snacks y botanas saludables dejó de ser un nicho reservado para consumidores fitness... - [S2G Investments Closes $1B Fund for Growth-Stage Companies](https://tribu.la/s2g-investments-closes-1b-fund-for-growth-stage-companies/) - S2G has closed its $1 billion Solutions Fund I to support growth-stage companies... - [Oishii Raises $150M in Series C for Vertical Farming Innovation](https://tribu.la/oishii-raises-150m-in-series-c-for-vertical-farming-innovation/) - Oishii has closed a $150 million Series C funding round... - [Agroz Ranked #35 in Global FoodTech 500 List](https://tribu.la/agroz-ranked-35-in-global-foodtech-500-list/) - Agroz's high ranking is the result of a rigorous evaluation process using the FoodTech Data Navigator's proprietary algorithms... - [Resurrect Bio Secures $10.3M in Series A Funding Round](https://tribu.la/resurrect-bio-secures-10-3m-in-series-a-funding-round/) - Resurrect Bio has announced the final close of its Series A round at $10.3 million... - [Agtech Startups Experience Drier Funding Climate in 2026](https://tribu.la/agtech-startups-experience-drier-funding-climate-in-2026/) - Agtech startups have raised $1.4 billion through May 2026... - [Pymwymic backs DAT’s push to bring precision to cereals spraying](https://tribu.la/pymwymic-backs-dats-push-to-bring-precision-to-cereals-spraying/) - Pymwymic has co-led a funding round for Dimensions Agri Technologies, focusing on its EcoPatch system. - [Corteva raises guidance on volume growth, predicts manageable impact from Iran war](https://tribu.la/corteva-raises-guidance-on-volume-growth-predicts-manageable-impact-from-iran-war/) - Corteva registered growth in both its seed and crop protection business in Q1 2026... - [Pinnacle Food Group Eyes Open-Source Precision Fermentation Hub in Hong Kong](https://tribu.la/pinnacle-food-group-eyes-open-source-precision-fermentation-hub-in-hong-kong/) - Pinnacle Food Group aims to enhance yeast research collaboration through an Open Yeast Platform hub in Hong Kong... - [Fudi Protein Bags Funding to Make Egg & Dairy Alternatives from Rubisco](https://tribu.la/fudi-protein-bags-funding-to-make-egg-dairy-alternatives-from-rubisco/) - Fudi Protein has received an early-stage investment to leverage the world’s most abundant protein source... - [Former Eat Just exec bets on alfalfa to unlock RuBisCO protein](https://tribu.la/former-eat-just-exec-bets-on-alfalfa-to-unlock-rubisco-protein/) - Fudi Protein has raised funds to develop RuBisCO protein from alfalfa, targeting the egg and whey replacement market. - [Beans & Pulses Set to Outpace Meat Sales Globally As Protein Boom Continues](https://tribu.la/beans-pulses-set-to-outpace-meat-sales-globally-as-protein-boom-continues/) - GlobalData forecasts that beans and pulses will outpace meat sales globally by 2030, driven by rising demand for affordable protein... - [Harnessing Microbial Diversity for Health Benefits](https://tribu.la/harnessing-microbial-diversity-for-health-benefits/) - Flinders University researchers have developed a database tracking beneficial microbes that enhance human health, influencing agriculture and urban ecosystem designs. - [John Deere Revolutionizes Rural Farm Connectivity with JDLink Boost Launch - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/john-deere-revolutionizes-rural-farm-connectivity-with-jdlink-boost-launch-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - John Deere's JDLink Boost enhances connectivity for farmers in rural areas, enabling real-time access to critical data and improving operational efficiency... - [2024 AgTech Venture Capital Investment and Exit Round Up - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/2024-agtech-venture-capital-investment-and-exit-round-up-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - AgTech startups raised a total of $5.7 billion, reflecting a flat funding level compared to 2023. - [CarboCode Bags $15M for Fermentation-Derived Breast Milk Molecules](https://tribu.la/carbocode-bags-15m-for-fermentation-derived-breast-milk-molecules/) - CarboCode has closed a €15M ($15.3M) Series C funding round... - [Formo bags $36m in venture debt to scale animal-free fermentation](https://tribu.la/formo-bags-36m-in-venture-debt-to-scale-animal-free-fermentation/) - Formo has secured a €35 million ($36 million) venture debt loan from The European Investment Bank... - [EU Backs Formo with $36M for Animal-Free Dairy & Egg Proteins](https://tribu.la/eu-backs-formo-with-36m-for-animal-free-dairy-egg-proteins/) - Formo has received €35M in venture debt from the EU’s lending arm to scale up its dairy and egg alternatives... - [Animal-Free Lactoferrin Maker TurtleTree Shrinks Staff Amid Fundraising Woes](https://tribu.la/animal-free-lactoferrin-maker-turtletree-shrinks-staff-amid-fundraising-woes/) - TurtleTree has laid off nearly all its employees as it seeks to raise $15 million in a pre-Series B round. - [Plantopia turns to sprouted oats for animal-free dairy production](https://tribu.la/plantopia-turns-to-sprouted-oats-for-animal-free-dairy-production/) - Plantopia plans to pilot the production of casein proteins from sprouted oats in late 2025, aiming for a cost-effective alternative to traditional dairy... - [Leading Cultured Meat Startup Vow Cuts 30% of Staff Ahead of Fundraise](https://tribu.la/leading-cultured-meat-startup-vow-cuts-30-of-staff-ahead-of-fundraise/) - Vow has laid off 25 employees as it prepares to finalize a funding round... - [Netherlands Pours €25M Into Cellular Agriculture Scale-Up Facilities](https://tribu.la/netherlands-pours-e25m-into-cellular-agriculture-scale-up-facilities/) - The Dutch government has invested €25 million in two open-access facilities aimed at advancing cellular agriculture... - [Methane remover Windfall Bio celebrates production milestone](https://tribu.la/methane-remover-windfall-bio-celebrates-production-milestone/) - Windfall Bio has scaled up its methane-eating microbes to 17,000 liters, enhancing sustainability in agriculture... - [Meati almost doubles revenues, expects positive gross margins by year-end](https://tribu.la/meati-almost-doubles-revenues-expects-positive-gross-margins-by-year-end/) - Meati Foods has launched a new line of breakfast patties and expanded its distribution to major retailers... - [Colossal Biosciences raises $200m: The Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/colossal-biosciences-raises-200m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - Colossal Biosciences has raised $200 million to advance its de-extinction efforts... - [Chunk Foods Eyes $12B Market with Keto Certified Vegan Steaks](https://tribu.la/chunk-foods-eyes-12b-market-with-keto-certified-vegan-steaks/) - Chunk Foods has received a Ketogenic Certified label for its whole-cut vegan steaks, targeting the $12.5 billion keto market... - [EU Reinstates Patent for 'Bleeding' Impossible Foods Burger](https://tribu.la/eu-reinstates-patent-for-bleeding-impossible-foods-burger/) - Impossible Foods has reinstated its patent for heme protein in the EU, crucial for its plant-based burger's flavor and appearance... - [Umami Bioworks Taps Into Gen Z TikTok Trend with Lab-Grown Caviar](https://tribu.la/umami-bioworks-taps-into-gen-z-tiktok-trend-with-lab-grown-caviar/) - Umami Bioworks has launched cultivated caviar, combining cultured sturgeon cells with plant-based ingredients to appeal to Gen Z consumers... - [PepsiCo Completes Acquisition of Siete Foods for $1.2B | Food Engineering](https://tribu.la/pepsico-completes-acquisition-of-siete-foods-for-1-2b-food-engineering/) - PepsiCo has acquired Siete Foods for $1.2 billion, expanding its portfolio of nutritious food options. - [Agriculture's New Era: Blockchain Technology As a Game-Changer - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/agricultures-new-era-blockchain-technology-as-a-game-changer-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - The blockchain technology market in agriculture is projected to grow significantly, driven by consumer demand for transparency and traceability... - [Ecorobotix ARA Ultra-High Precision Sprayer Named a 2025 World Ag Expo Top 10 New Product](https://tribu.la/ecorobotix-ara-ultra-high-precision-sprayer-named-a-2025-world-ag-expo-top-10-new-product/) - Ecorobotix's ARA Ultra-High Precision Sprayer has been recognized as one of the Top 10 New Products for 2025... - [Agreena secures Verra registration for soil carbon project](https://tribu.la/agreena-secures-verra-registration-for-soil-carbon-project/) - Agreena's registration under Verra’s Verified Carbon Standard enables the company to meet demand for high-integrity carbon credits... - [Dutch Vegan Cheese Startup Willicroft Shuts After Funding Troubles](https://tribu.la/dutch-vegan-cheese-startup-willicroft-shuts-after-funding-troubles/) - Willicroft has ceased operations after failing to secure necessary funding, highlighting challenges in the alternative protein market. - [CH4 Global partners with Mitsubishi on livestock methane reduction](https://tribu.la/ch4-global-partners-with-mitsubishi-on-livestock-methane-reduction/) - CH4 Global partners with Mitsubishi to enhance the commercial viability of its methane-reducing supplement and explore market opportunities in Japan... - [Injection Molding: The Key to the Ultimate Plant-Based Steak?](https://tribu.la/injection-molding-the-key-to-the-ultimate-plant-based-steak/) - Researchers at the Hebrew University are developing a novel injection molding technique that combines metamaterials and low-temperature meat analogs... - [Mosa Meat Files for EU Approval of Lab-Grown Beef Fat for Blended Meat](https://tribu.la/mosa-meat-files-for-eu-approval-of-lab-grown-beef-fat-for-blended-meat/) - Mosa Meat has submitted a regulatory application for its cultivated beef fat to the EU, aiming for market authorization... - [Project Eaden Spins €15M in Funding to Launch Ultra-Realistic Vegan Ham at Rewe](https://tribu.la/project-eaden-spins-e15m-in-funding-to-launch-ultra-realistic-vegan-ham-at-rewe/) - Project Eaden has raised €15M ($15.6M) in a Series A funding round to launch its vegan ham... - [Project Eaden raises $15.6m to launch ‘ultra-realistic’ alt meat](https://tribu.la/project-eaden-raises-15-6m-to-launch-ultra-realistic-alt-meat/) - Project Eaden has secured €15 million ($15.6 million) in a Series A funding round. - [Animal-Free Casein Startup New Culture Reveals Mozzarella Ingredients](https://tribu.la/animal-free-casein-startup-new-culture-reveals-mozzarella-ingredients/) - New Culture has submitted its animal-free mozzarella product label for review in California, marking a significant step in sustainable dairy alternatives. - [French company Aisprid gets €10M to develop de-leafing robots](https://tribu.la/french-company-aisprid-gets-e10m-to-develop-de-leafing-robots/) - Aisprid has raised €10 million euros in a Series A funding round... - [Source.ag and Bayer unveil AI partnership to help greenhouse growers boost yields](https://tribu.la/source-ag-and-bayer-unveil-ai-partnership-to-help-greenhouse-growers-boost-yields/) - Source.ag partners with Bayer to enhance greenhouse productivity through AI solutions, focusing on data analytics for improved cultivation strategies... - [Ag marketplace DeHaat acquires farm advisory service AgriCentral](https://tribu.la/ag-marketplace-dehaat-acquires-farm-advisory-service-agricentral/) - DeHaat's acquisition of AgriCentral enhances its reach and services for smallholder farmers in India... - [Greeneye Technology Precision Spraying System Now Available for Cotton - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/greeneye-technology-precision-spraying-system-now-available-for-cotton-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Greeneye Technology has launched its precision spraying system for cotton, aiming to reduce herbicide use and enhance efficiency for farmers... - [Ensuring Coffee’s Future in a Changing Climate – Food Tank](https://tribu.la/ensuring-coffees-future-in-a-changing-climate-food-tank/) - Nespresso's AAA Program enhances coffee production while supporting farmers amid climate challenges... - [BeZero closes $32m round: The Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/bezero-closes-32m-round-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - BeZero Carbon has closed a $32 million Series C funding round... - [China Opens $11M Lab-Grown Meat Hub with Local Government Support](https://tribu.la/china-opens-11m-lab-grown-meat-hub-with-local-government-support/) - China has opened its first alternative protein center, aiming to enhance cultivated meat and microbial protein sectors... - [Atomo Coffee Bags $7.8M in Funding for 50:50 Beanless Blend](https://tribu.la/atomo-coffee-bags-7-8m-in-funding-for-5050-beanless-blend/) - Atomo Coffee has raised $7.8M in Series B funding to ramp up sales of its 50:50 beanless coffee blend... - [InnerPlant roll out on course after reaching regulatory milestone](https://tribu.la/innerplant-roll-out-on-course-after-reaching-regulatory-milestone/) - InnerPlant has completed the FDA’s New Protein Consultation process for its soybean, InnerSoy, which emits signals to warn farmers of fungal stress... - [China Opens $11M Lab-Grown Meat Hub with Local Government Support](https://tribu.la/china-opens-11m-lab-grown-meat-hub-with-local-government-support-2/) - China has opened its first alternative protein center in Beijing, focusing on cultivated meat and microbial protein development... - [InnerPlant takes 'meaningful step' in regulatory journey](https://tribu.la/innerplant-takes-meaningful-step-in-regulatory-journey/) - InnerPlant has completed the FDA's New Protein Consultation for its InnerSoy product, which utilizes fluorescent proteins to signal plant distress... - [FieldData offers AI-powered data entry for ranch management](https://tribu.la/fielddata-offers-ai-powered-data-entry-for-ranch-management/) - FieldData's AI-driven tool allows ranchers to input data via WhatsApp, streamlining management and promoting sustainable practices... - [Israel's Pluri Raises $6.5M, Agrees to Acquire Cell-Based Chocolate Maker Kokomodo](https://tribu.la/israels-pluri-raises-6-5m-agrees-to-acquire-cell-based-chocolate-maker-kokomodo/) - Pluri has raised $6.5 million and plans to acquire a majority stake in Kokomodo... - [Atomo Coffee Bags $7.8M in Funding for 50:50 Beanless Blend](https://tribu.la/atomo-coffee-bags-7-8m-in-funding-for-5050-beanless-blend-2/) - Atomo Coffee has raised $7.8M in Series B funding to ramp up sales of its beanless coffee blend... - [InnerPlant takes 'meaningful step' in regulatory journey](https://tribu.la/innerplant-takes-meaningful-step-in-regulatory-journey-2/) - InnerPlant has completed the FDA's New Protein Consultation process for its InnerSoy product, which uses fluorescent proteins to signal plant distress... - [Those Vegan Cowboys Partners with Hochland, Targets US Launch of Cow-Free Cheese](https://tribu.la/those-vegan-cowboys-partners-with-hochland-targets-us-launch-of-cow-free-cheese/) - Those Vegan Cowboys is raising €15M to support its entry into the US market with recombinant casein. - [FieldData offers AI-powered data entry for ranch management](https://tribu.la/fielddata-offers-ai-powered-data-entry-for-ranch-management-2/) - FieldData's AI-driven tool allows ranchers to input data via WhatsApp, simplifying data collection and promoting sustainable practices... - [Israel's Pluri Raises $6.5M, Agrees to Acquire Cell-Based Chocolate Maker Kokomodo](https://tribu.la/israels-pluri-raises-6-5m-agrees-to-acquire-cell-based-chocolate-maker-kokomodo-2/) - Pluri has secured a $6.5M investment and entered the cell-based chocolate space... - [Meet the Georgia start-up connecting farmers and agronomists worldwide](https://tribu.la/meet-the-georgia-start-up-connecting-farmers-and-agronomists-worldwide/) - Telagri connects farmers in Eastern Europe and Central Asia with agricultural specialists worldwide for online consultations... - [AgList Biologicals Discovery Platform Launches](https://tribu.la/aglist-biologicals-discovery-platform-launches/) - AgList helps farmers discover ag biological products and see what other growers are using and recommending... - [Those Vegan Cowboys Partners with Hochland, Targets US Launch of Cow-Free Cheese](https://tribu.la/those-vegan-cowboys-partners-with-hochland-targets-us-launch-of-cow-free-cheese-2/) - Those Vegan Cowboys is raising €15M for its recombinant casein as it prepares to enter the US this year... - [US Department of Energy Invests $10M in Alternative Proteins to Decarbonise Food Industry](https://tribu.la/us-department-of-energy-invests-10m-in-alternative-proteins-to-decarbonise-food-industry/) - The US Department of Energy has invested $9.7M in three alternative protein projects... - [Agurotech gets new investment to advance its precision ag solutions](https://tribu.la/agurotech-gets-new-investment-to-advance-its-precision-ag-solutions/) - Agurotech has secured €2.25 million in funding to enhance its precision agriculture solutions... - [Is plant cell culture a scalable way to futureproof cocoa and coffee?](https://tribu.la/is-plant-cell-culture-a-scalable-way-to-futureproof-cocoa-and-coffee/) - Startups are exploring plant cell culture as a sustainable alternative for cocoa and coffee, attracting investments from major players... - [Bonsai Robotics Raises $15M to Advance AI Solutions for Agriculture - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/bonsai-robotics-raises-15m-to-advance-ai-solutions-for-agriculture-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Bonsai Robotics has raised $15 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI solutions for agriculture... - [MyLand Closes $23 Million in Funding Led by Proterra Investment Partners - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/myland-closes-23-million-in-funding-led-by-proterra-investment-partners-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - MyLand has closed a $23 million funding round led by Proterra Investment Partners... - [Atomo beanless coffee makes UK debut at high-end coffee house](https://tribu.la/atomo-beanless-coffee-makes-uk-debut-at-high-end-coffee-house/) - Atomo's beanless coffee aims to address challenges in pricing and sustainability for coffee businesses... - [Upside Foods Eyes US Launch of Lab-Grown Shredded Chicken By Year-End](https://tribu.la/upside-foods-eyes-us-launch-of-lab-grown-shredded-chicken-by-year-end/) - Upside Foods aims to launch lab-grown shredded chicken in the US by 2025, navigating regulatory challenges and expanding its product line... - [ADM expands regen ag in Germany](https://tribu.la/adm-expands-regen-ag-in-germany/) - ADM partners with Klim to expand regenerative agriculture in Germany, incentivizing sustainable practices for farmers... - [CH4 Global opens commercial-scale Asparagopsis growing facility](https://tribu.la/ch4-global-opens-commercial-scale-asparagopsis-growing-facility/) - CH4 Global has launched the world's first commercial-scale facility for growing Asparagopsis, addressing scalability concerns and meeting market demand... - [Google spinout Heritable Agriculture brings AI to crop breeding](https://tribu.la/google-spinout-heritable-agriculture-brings-ai-to-crop-breeding/) - Heritable Agriculture has launched an AI platform to enhance crop breeding, aiming for higher yields and improved resilience... - [Vanilla Vida celebrates world’s 1st large-scale indoor vanilla harvest](https://tribu.la/vanilla-vida-celebrates-worlds-1st-large-scale-indoor-vanilla-harvest/) - Vanilla Vida has achieved the world's first large-scale indoor vanilla harvest in Israel, addressing the significant supply-demand gap in the vanilla market... - [Liberation labs raises $50.5m: The Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/liberation-labs-raises-50-5m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - Liberation Labs closed a $50.5 million convertible note to support its new plant... - [Lever VC announces $50m first close of agrifoodtech Fund II](https://tribu.la/lever-vc-announces-50m-first-close-of-agrifoodtech-fund-ii/) - Lever VC has announced the first close of its Fund II with an initial $50 million... - [Asian Students Create Beyond Lamb, Vegan Octopus Legs At Future Food Challenge](https://tribu.la/asian-students-create-beyond-lamb-vegan-octopus-legs-at-future-food-challenge/) - The 2025 ProVeg Food Innovation Challenge highlighted student innovations in plant-based foods, addressing sustainability and food security in Asia-Pacific... - [Liberation Labs Gets $50.5M to Build Precision Fermentation Factories in US & Saudi Arabia](https://tribu.la/liberation-labs-gets-50-5m-to-build-precision-fermentation-factories-in-us-saudi-arabia/) - Liberation Labs has secured $50.5M from investors to build precision fermentation factories... - [Enduro Genetics raises $12m to turbocharge biomanufacturing](https://tribu.la/enduro-genetics-raises-12m-to-turbocharge-biomanufacturing/) - Enduro Genetics has secured €12 million ($12.4 million) in a Series A funding round... - [BrightFarms’ Yorkville facility first in regional expansion](https://tribu.la/brightfarms-yorkville-facility-first-in-regional-expansion/) - BrightFarms has launched its Yorkville greenhouse, the first of three regional facilities aimed at scaling indoor agriculture... - [GROWERS Enhances Agriculture Loyalty Program Through Use of AI - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/growers-enhances-agriculture-loyalty-program-through-use-of-ai-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - GROWERS has upgraded its loyalty program with AI technology, enabling agricultural retailers to gain insights into farmer purchasing behaviors... - [Bonsai Robotics raises $15m for 'an AI first approach' to autonomy](https://tribu.la/bonsai-robotics-raises-15m-for-an-ai-first-approach-to-autonomy/) - Bonsai Robotics has secured $15 million in a Series A funding round... - [Oatly & Nestlé Create Nespresso Coffee Pods 'For Use With Oat Milk Only'](https://tribu.la/oatly-nestle-create-nespresso-coffee-pods-for-use-with-oat-milk-only/) - Nestlé and Oatly have launched a limited-edition Nespresso coffee pod designed specifically for Oatly's barista oat milk... - [Coca-Cola Israel Distributor to Make Dairy Alternatives with Microalgae](https://tribu.la/coca-cola-israel-distributor-to-make-dairy-alternatives-with-microalgae/) - CBC has partnered with microalgae specialist Brevel to create dairy alternatives and functional drinks... - [Source.ag Expands Its Partner Network, Joins Forces with Sigrow - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/source-ag-expands-its-partner-network-joins-forces-with-sigrow-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Source.ag partners with Sigrow to enhance data integration for greenhouse growers, optimizing operations and increasing yields... - [Brevel and CBC Group to develop microalgae-fueled beverages](https://tribu.la/brevel-and-cbc-group-to-develop-microalgae-fueled-beverages/) - Brevel has entered a 10-year agreement with CBC Group to supply algae-derived ingredients for functional beverages and dairy alternatives... - [French Vegan Cheese Startup Les Nouveaux Affineurs Acquired by Rival Jay&Joy](https://tribu.la/french-vegan-cheese-startup-les-nouveaux-affineurs-acquired-by-rival-jayjoy/) - Jay&Joy has raised €2M and acquired Les Nouveaux Affineurs to expand its product range... - [French Vegan Cheese Startup Les Nouveaux Affineurs Acquired by Rival Jay&Joy](https://tribu.la/french-vegan-cheese-startup-les-nouveaux-affineurs-acquired-by-rival-jayjoy-2/) - Jay&Joy has raised €2M and acquired Les Nouveaux Affineurs to expand its product offerings... - [French Vegan Cheese Startup Les Nouveaux Affineurs Acquired by Rival Jay&Joy](https://tribu.la/french-vegan-cheese-startup-les-nouveaux-affineurs-acquired-by-rival-jayjoy-3/) - Jay&Joy has raised €2M and acquired Les Nouveaux Affineurs to expand its presence across Europe. - [French Vegan Cheese Startup Les Nouveaux Affineurs Acquired by Rival Jay&Joy](https://tribu.la/french-vegan-cheese-startup-les-nouveaux-affineurs-acquired-by-rival-jayjoy-4/) - Jay&Joy has raised €2M and acquired Les Nouveaux Affineurs to enhance its production capacity... - [French Vegan Cheese Startup Les Nouveaux Affineurs Acquired by Rival Jay&Joy](https://tribu.la/french-vegan-cheese-startup-les-nouveaux-affineurs-acquired-by-rival-jayjoy-5/) - Jay&Joy has raised €2M and acquired Les Nouveaux Affineurs, enhancing its production capacity... - [French Vegan Cheese Startup Les Nouveaux Affineurs Acquired by Rival Jay&Joy](https://tribu.la/french-vegan-cheese-startup-les-nouveaux-affineurs-acquired-by-rival-jayjoy-6/) - Jay&Joy has raised €2M and acquired rival Les Nouveaux Affineurs to expand its product offerings... - [Stämm and SuperMeat Accelerate Cultivated Meat Biomanufacturing Collaboration](https://tribu.la/stamm-and-supermeat-accelerate-cultivated-meat-biomanufacturing-collaboration/) - Stämm and SuperMeat have partnered to enhance cultivated chicken meat production using advanced bioreactor technology... - [Japan is Hungry for Lab-Grown Eel Meat, But Price Concerns Persist](https://tribu.la/japan-is-hungry-for-lab-grown-eel-meat-but-price-concerns-persist/) - Forsea Foods plans to launch the world's first cell-cultured eel in Japan, addressing sustainability concerns amid declining eel stocks... - [Japan is Hungry for Lab-Grown Eel Meat, But Price Concerns Persist](https://tribu.la/japan-is-hungry-for-lab-grown-eel-meat-but-price-concerns-persist-2/) - Over a third of Japanese consumers are interested in trying lab-grown eel, as traditional stocks dwindle due to overfishing... - [Japan is Hungry for Lab-Grown Eel Meat, But Price Concerns Persist](https://tribu.la/japan-is-hungry-for-lab-grown-eel-meat-but-price-concerns-persist-3/) - A survey shows that over a third of Japanese consumers are interested in lab-grown eel, highlighting sustainability and market potential... - [Kiki Milk Maker Raises $4M to Launch New Dairy-Free Products for Kids](https://tribu.la/kiki-milk-maker-raises-4m-to-launch-new-dairy-free-products-for-kids/) - PlantBaby has closed a $4M seed funding round for its non-dairy milks... - [Dutch horticultural suppliers join forces to tackle global labour shortage challenge](https://tribu.la/dutch-horticultural-suppliers-join-forces-to-tackle-global-labour-shortage-challenge/) - ISO Horti and TTA have merged to form TTA-ISO, enhancing automation and productivity in horticulture amid critical labour shortages... - [Brevel and CBC Group Team Up to Create Microalgae-Enriched Products](https://tribu.la/brevel-and-cbc-group-team-up-to-create-microalgae-enriched-products/) - Brevel and CBC Group have signed a long-term agreement to develop microalgae-based products, enhancing the plant-based protein market... - [Modern Synthesis raises $5.5m to expand biomaterials platform](https://tribu.la/modern-synthesis-raises-5-5m-to-expand-biomaterials-platform/) - Modern Synthesis has secured $5.5 million in a Seed 2 funding round led by Extantia Capital... - [Japan is Hungry for Lab-Grown Eel Meat, But Price Concerns Persist](https://tribu.la/japan-is-hungry-for-lab-grown-eel-meat-but-price-concerns-persist-4/) - Forsea Foods plans to launch the world's first cell-cultured eel in Japan, addressing sustainability concerns amid declining eel stocks... - [Kiki Milk Maker Raises $4M to Launch New Dairy-Free Products for Kids](https://tribu.la/kiki-milk-maker-raises-4m-to-launch-new-dairy-free-products-for-kids-2/) - PlantBaby has closed a $4M seed funding round for its non-dairy milks... - [Modern Synthesis raises $5.5m to expand biomaterials platform](https://tribu.la/modern-synthesis-raises-5-5m-to-expand-biomaterials-platform-2/) - Modern Synthesis has secured $5.5 million in a Seed 2 funding round led by Extantia Capital... - [BeeHero Extends Its Pollination Insight Platform to Apple Growers - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/beehero-extends-its-pollination-insight-platform-to-apple-growers-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - BeeHero's PIP offers apple growers actionable insights to enhance pollination strategies, crucial for optimizing yield and efficiency... - [Monarch’s Autodrive Marks the First Commercially Available, Fully Autonomous Feature in a Driver-Optional Tractor](https://tribu.la/monarchs-autodrive-marks-the-first-commercially-available-fully-autonomous-feature-in-a-driver-optional-tractor/) - Monarch Tractor has launched the MK-V, the first fully electric, driver-optional smart tractor featuring a commercially available autonomous feed-pushing capability. - [Lab-Grown Meat for Dogs Hits Shelves at Major UK Pet Food Retailer](https://tribu.la/lab-grown-meat-for-dogs-hits-shelves-at-major-uk-pet-food-retailer/) - Meatly's cultivated chicken has launched at Pets At Home, marking a global first in alternative protein for pets... - [Mosa Meat Files for Lab-Grown Meat Approval in Switzerland After Crowdfunding Success](https://tribu.la/mosa-meat-files-for-lab-grown-meat-approval-in-switzerland-after-crowdfunding-success/) - Mosa Meat has raised €1.5M ($1.56M) in crowdfunding, supporting its application for regulatory approval in Switzerland... - [Avisomo secures $5.2 m: the Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/avisomo-secures-5-2-m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - Norwegian vertical farming startup Avisomo secured $5.2 million... - [Edacious raises $8.1m to measure nutrient density in whole foods](https://tribu.la/edacious-raises-8-1m-to-measure-nutrient-density-in-whole-foods/) - Edacious has secured $8.1 million in a seed funding round to enhance its platform for measuring nutrient density... - [Japan is Hungry for Lab-Grown Eel Meat, But Price Concerns Persist](https://tribu.la/japan-is-hungry-for-lab-grown-eel-meat-but-price-concerns-persist-5/) - A survey shows that over a third of Japanese consumers are interested in lab-grown eel, as traditional stocks dwindle due to overfishing... - [Kiki Milk Maker Raises $4M to Launch New Dairy-Free Products for Kids](https://tribu.la/kiki-milk-maker-raises-4m-to-launch-new-dairy-free-products-for-kids-3/) - PlantBaby has closed a $4M seed funding round for its non-dairy milks... - [Modern Synthesis raises $5.5m to expand biomaterials platform](https://tribu.la/modern-synthesis-raises-5-5m-to-expand-biomaterials-platform-3/) - Modern Synthesis has closed a $5.5 million round led by Extantia Capital to expand its biomaterials production... - [Sabanto says automation and robotics can thrive amid Trump tariff uncertainty](https://tribu.la/sabanto-says-automation-and-robotics-can-thrive-amid-trump-tariff-uncertainty/) - Sabanto is positioning itself to meet the increasing demand for efficiency-boosting technologies in agriculture amid potential tariff impacts... - [BeeHero Extends Its Pollination Insight Platform to Apple Growers - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/beehero-extends-its-pollination-insight-platform-to-apple-growers-global-ag-tech-initiative-2/) - BeeHero's PIP offers apple growers actionable insights to enhance pollination strategies, crucial for maximizing yield and sustainability... - [Monarch’s Autodrive Marks the First Commercially Available, Fully Autonomous Feature in a Driver-Optional Tractor](https://tribu.la/monarchs-autodrive-marks-the-first-commercially-available-fully-autonomous-feature-in-a-driver-optional-tractor-2/) - Monarch Tractor has launched the MK-V, the first fully electric, driver-optional tractor featuring a commercially available autonomous feed-pushing capability. - [Lab-Grown Meat for Dogs Hits Shelves at Major UK Pet Food Retailer](https://tribu.la/lab-grown-meat-for-dogs-hits-shelves-at-major-uk-pet-food-retailer-2/) - Meatly's cultivated chicken has launched at Pets At Home in the UK, marking a significant development in the alternative protein sector... - [Juicy Marbles Debuts Vegan Lamb with High Protein & Lower Cost](https://tribu.la/juicy-marbles-debuts-vegan-lamb-with-high-protein-lower-cost/) - Juicy Marbles has launched Meaty Meat, a high-protein vegan lamb product in the US and Canada, priced 26% lower than previous offerings... - [Mosa Meat Files for Lab-Grown Meat Approval in Switzerland After Crowdfunding Success](https://tribu.la/mosa-meat-files-for-lab-grown-meat-approval-in-switzerland-after-crowdfunding-success-2/) - Mosa Meat has raised €1.5M ($1.56M) in crowdfunding, aiming for regulatory approval in Switzerland... - [BioLumic boosting corn yield and developing methane-reducing forage crops](https://tribu.la/biolumic-boosting-corn-yield-and-developing-methane-reducing-forage-crops-2/) - BioLumic is advancing field trials of UV-treated ryegrass aimed at reducing methane emissions in livestock while scaling up seed treatment production for corn... - [Avisomo secures $5.2 m: the Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/avisomo-secures-5-2-m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech-2/) - Norwegian vertical farming startup Avisomo has raised $5.2 million in funding. - [Edacious raises $8.1m to measure nutrient density in whole foods](https://tribu.la/edacious-raises-8-1m-to-measure-nutrient-density-in-whole-foods-2/) - Edacious has closed an $8.1 million seed round to enhance its platform for measuring nutrient density in whole foods. - [Juicy Marbles Debuts Vegan Lamb with High Protein & Lower Cost](https://tribu.la/juicy-marbles-debuts-vegan-lamb-with-high-protein-lower-cost-2/) - Juicy Marbles has launched 'Meaty Meat,' a high-protein, high-fiber vegan lamb product in the US and Canada... - [BioLumic boosting corn yield and developing methane-reducing forage crops](https://tribu.la/biolumic-boosting-corn-yield-and-developing-methane-reducing-forage-crops/) - BioLumic is conducting field trials of UV-treated ryegrass aimed at reducing methane emissions in livestock... - [Vegan Dog Food Startup Omni Wins Dragons' Den Investment at £3M Valuation](https://tribu.la/vegan-dog-food-startup-omni-wins-dragons-den-investment-at-3m-valuation/) - Omni secured £75,000 from investors on Dragons' Den, valuing the company at £3 million... - [Vegan Dog Food Startup Omni Wins Dragons' Den Investment at £3M Valuation](https://tribu.la/vegan-dog-food-startup-omni-wins-dragons-den-investment-at-3m-valuation-2/) - Omni, a plant-based pet food startup, raised £75,000 on Dragons' Den, valuing the company at £3 million. - [Carbon Robotics Introduces Modular LaserWeeder G2 Product Line - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/carbon-robotics-introduces-modular-laserweeder-g2-product-line-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Carbon Robotics has launched the LaserWeeder G2, a modular product line that integrates AI, computer vision, and laser technology... - [Pyka Unveils Pelican 2: The World's Largest Autonomous Crop Protection Aircraft - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/pyka-unveils-pelican-2-the-worlds-largest-autonomous-crop-protection-aircraft-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Pyka has launched the Pelican 2, the largest autonomous agricultural spray aircraft, enhancing operational efficiency for growers... - [Food Tech Funding Trends: Fermentation, Female Founders & False Dawns](https://tribu.la/food-tech-funding-trends-fermentation-female-founders-false-dawns/) - Funding for alternative proteins continued to decline in 2024, dropping by 27% from the previous year... - [Symbrosia submits key data to FDA for livestock methane reduction](https://tribu.la/symbrosia-submits-key-data-to-fda-for-livestock-methane-reduction/) - Symbrosia has submitted an environmental impact assessment to the FDA for its SeaGraze seaweed-based feed supplements aimed at reducing methane emissions... - [Plant-based honey co MeliBio aims for profitability by year end](https://tribu.la/plant-based-honey-co-melibio-aims-for-profitability-by-year-end/) - MeliBio aims for profitability by the end of 2024 as it expands its bee-free honey business in the U.S.... - [Netafim Unveils the World’s First Hybrid Dripline - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/netafim-unveils-the-worlds-first-hybrid-dripline-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Netafim has launched the Hybrid Dripline, the first integral dripline with a built-in outlet, enhancing irrigation efficiency for growers... - [80 Acres Farms tackles plant genetics with Plantae acquisition](https://tribu.la/80-acres-farms-tackles-plant-genetics-with-plantae-acquisition/) - 80 Acres Farms has raised $115 million to enhance indoor agriculture through the acquisition of Plantae... - [Meet the Protein Startups Tackling Egg Shortages with Plants](https://tribu.la/meet-the-protein-startups-tackling-egg-shortages-with-plants/) - Egg prices are soaring due to avian flu, creating opportunities for plant-based alternatives as startups innovate to meet rising consumer demand... - [Finally Foods announces field trial of potatoes containing casein](https://tribu.la/finally-foods-announces-field-trial-of-potatoes-containing-casein/) - Finally Foods is set to conduct its first field trial in southern Israel, focusing on potatoes engineered to produce casein... - [Lab-Grown Pork Firm Meatable Goes Beyond Meat Fashion with Cultivated Leather Deal](https://tribu.la/lab-grown-pork-firm-meatable-goes-beyond-meat-fashion-with-cultivated-leather-deal/) - Meatable partners with Pelagen to enhance sustainable leather production, leveraging innovative technology to meet growing market demand for animal-free materials... - [Swedish company set to receive $4 million boost in effort to curb NZ livestock emissions](https://tribu.la/swedish-company-set-to-receive-4-million-boost-in-effort-to-curb-nz-livestock-emissions/) - AgriZeroNZ invests NZD $4.2 million in Agteria Biotech to develop methane-reducing technologies for cattle, enhancing New Zealand's agricultural sustainability... - [Finally Foods Begins First Field Trial for Casein-Producing Potatoes](https://tribu.la/finally-foods-begins-first-field-trial-for-casein-producing-potatoes/) - Finally Foods has initiated its first field trial for genetically modified potatoes that produce casein, a dairy protein, marking a significant step in sustainable protein production... - [Agricultural Robots Prove Their Worth to Farmers Worldwide - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/agricultural-robots-prove-their-worth-to-farmers-worldwide-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - World FIRA showcased advancements in agricultural robotics, attracting over 2,000 visitors, including farmers and distributors... - [FoodTech 500 Over the Years: Tracking the Pulse of Global AgriFoodTech Ecosystem | Forward Fooding](https://tribu.la/foodtech-500-over-the-years-tracking-the-pulse-of-global-agrifoodtech-ecosystem-forward-fooding/) - The FoodTech 500 has highlighted significant trends in the AgriFoodTech sector over six years, including a rise in biotech innovations... - [Exclusive: IBI Ag clinches $6.1m round led by Corteva](https://tribu.la/exclusive-ibi-ag-clinches-6-1m-round-led-by-corteva/) - IBI Ag has raised $6.1 million in the first tranche of its Series A funding... - [Germany's Kynda Raises €3M for Mycelium Meat, Supported by Poultry Giant](https://tribu.la/germanys-kynda-raises-e3m-for-mycelium-meat-supported-by-poultry-giant/) - Kynda has secured €3M in a seed funding round led by Enjoy Ventures... - [New lactoferrin player plans precision fermentation site in US](https://tribu.la/new-lactoferrin-player-plans-precision-fermentation-site-in-us/) - PFerrinX26 plans to establish a precision fermentation facility in the Midwest to produce bovine lactoferrin... - [Tidal Vision raises $140m: The Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/tidal-vision-raises-140m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - Tidal Vision announced a Series B round... $140m Series B to scale chitosan tech globally... - [Germany's Kynda Raises €3M for Mycelium Meat, Supported by Poultry Giant](https://tribu.la/germanys-kynda-raises-e3m-for-mycelium-meat-supported-by-poultry-giant-2/) - Kynda has secured €3M in a seed funding round to enhance its production of mycoprotein-based meat... - [New lactoferrin player plans precision fermentation site in US](https://tribu.la/new-lactoferrin-player-plans-precision-fermentation-site-in-us-2/) - PFerrinX26 plans to establish a precision fermentation facility in the Midwest to produce bovine lactoferrin... - [Sweet Protein Co Oobli Bags $18M, Partners with Ingredion for Sugar Alternatives](https://tribu.la/sweet-protein-co-oobli-bags-18m-partners-with-ingredion-for-sugar-alternatives/) - Oobli has raised $18M and partnered with Ingredion to develop better-for-you sugar alternatives... - [Tidal Vision raises $140m: The Week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/tidal-vision-raises-140m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech-2/) - Tidal Vision announced a Series B round to scale chitosan technologies globally... - [Fyteko gets €13M to accelerate biosolutions as Europe’s water stress concerns mount](https://tribu.la/fyteko-gets-e13m-to-accelerate-biosolutions-as-europes-water-stress-concerns-mount/) - Fyteko has closed a €13 million Series B funding round to enhance production capacity and support international expansion. - [Bayer & Microsoft Enhance the 'Last Mile' with E.L.Y. AI Model - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/bayer-microsoft-enhance-the-last-mile-with-e-l-y-ai-model-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Bayer and Microsoft have launched the E.L.Y. AI model to enhance crop protection efficiency and provide real-time insights... - [Australia's Magic Valley Gets A$100K Govt Grant for Lab-Grown Meat](https://tribu.la/australias-magic-valley-gets-a100k-govt-grant-for-lab-grown-meat/) - Magic Valley has secured A$100,000 in government funding to transition from research to commercial production... - [Sweet Protein Co Oobli Bags $18M, Partners with Ingredion for Sugar Alternatives](https://tribu.la/sweet-protein-co-oobli-bags-18m-partners-with-ingredion-for-sugar-alternatives-2/) - Oobli has secured $18M in Series B1 funding from investors including Ingredion Ventures... - [Bayer & Microsoft Enhance the 'Last Mile' with E.L.Y. AI Model - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/bayer-microsoft-enhance-the-last-mile-with-e-l-y-ai-model-global-ag-tech-initiative-2/) - Bayer and Microsoft have launched the E.L.Y. AI model to improve crop protection efficiency and enhance generative AI adoption in agriculture... - [Australia's Magic Valley Gets A$100K Govt Grant for Lab-Grown Meat](https://tribu.la/australias-magic-valley-gets-a100k-govt-grant-for-lab-grown-meat-2/) - Magic Valley has secured A$100,000 in government funding to transition from research to commercial production... - [Vegan Frozen Food Startup Blackbird Foods Acquired By Ahimsa Companies](https://tribu.la/vegan-frozen-food-startup-blackbird-foods-acquired-by-ahimsa-companies/) - Blackbird Foods has been acquired by Ahimsa Companies, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities and market reach. - [$2 Cultivated Pork? Fork & Good on First Sales, Funding and the Future of FDA](https://tribu.la/2-cultivated-pork-fork-good-on-first-sales-funding-and-the-future-of-fda/) - Fork & Good has raised $30 million in a Series A2 funding round to advance its cultivated pork technology. - [Denmark’s Cordulus launches rain forecasting model tailored to European farmers](https://tribu.la/denmarks-cordulus-launches-rain-forecasting-model-tailored-to-european-farmers/) - Cordulus has launched an AI-driven rain forecasting model that offers 52% more accuracy, aiding farmers in adapting to unpredictable weather... - [Carbon Robotics Introduces G2 Product Line: Will Laser Weeding Eliminate Herbicides in Row Crops?](https://tribu.la/carbon-robotics-introduces-g2-product-line-will-laser-weeding-eliminate-herbicides-in-row-crops/) - Carbon Robotics has launched its G2 laser weeding systems, expanding into row crops like corn and soybeans... - [Ag spray drone co Hylio raises $2m to expand production capacity](https://tribu.la/ag-spray-drone-co-hylio-raises-2m-to-expand-production-capacity/) - Hylio has raised $2 million on equity crowdfunding platform StartEngine to expand production... - [MOA Foodtech secures €14.8m investment commitment from EIC](https://tribu.la/moa-foodtech-secures-e14-8m-investment-commitment-from-eic/) - MOA Foodtech has secured a €2.3 million grant and a €12.5 million equity funding commitment... - [Food+Tech Connect Trump's Funding Freeze Leaves Farmers Reeling, Olipop Valued at $1.85B + More](https://tribu.la/foodtech-connect-trumps-funding-freeze-leaves-farmers-reeling-olipop-valued-at-1-85b-more/) - Olipop raised $50 million in its latest funding round, now valued at $1.85 billion... - [Jord BioScience gets $7M to develop microbial solutions for ag](https://tribu.la/jord-bioscience-gets-7m-to-develop-microbial-solutions-for-ag/) - Jord BioScience has closed a $7 million Series B funding round to enhance agricultural microbial solutions. - [EU Invests $15.4M in MOA Foodtech to Turn Food Waste Into Proteins Using AI](https://tribu.la/eu-invests-15-4m-in-moa-foodtech-to-turn-food-waste-into-proteins-using-ai/) - MOA Foodtech has secured €14.8M ($15.4M) from the European Innovation Council to develop high-value ingredients... - [Future Food Quick Bites: Vegan Dubai Chocolate, Impossible BrewDog & Non-Dairy Liqueurs](https://tribu.la/future-food-quick-bites-vegan-dubai-chocolate-impossible-brewdog-non-dairy-liqueurs/) - NotCo has released Dubai Style NotSquare, a vegan version of the viral pistachio-kunafa-filled chocolate... - [Startup predicts waterfowl movements to help farms fight avian flu](https://tribu.la/startup-predicts-waterfowl-movements-to-help-farms-fight-avian-flu/) - AgriNerds has launched a predictive tool to forecast waterfowl movements near poultry farms, enhancing biosecurity measures... - [Bühler Teams Up with Israeli Firm to Streamline Cultivated Meat Production](https://tribu.la/buhler-teams-up-with-israeli-firm-to-streamline-cultivated-meat-production/) - Bühler Group partners with Ever After Foods to develop smaller bioreactors for cultivated meat, aiming for a more efficient and sustainable production process... - [Unibio has 'the most efficient reactor design for gas fermentation'](https://tribu.la/unibio-has-the-most-efficient-reactor-design-for-gas-fermentation/) - Unibio seeks partnerships in the Middle East to leverage its gas fermentation technology for sustainable protein production... - [Canadian-Based Bushel Plus Ltd. Expands Global Footprint into the U.S. - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/canadian-based-bushel-plus-ltd-expands-global-footprint-into-the-u-s-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Bushel Plus Ltd. expands into the U.S. market, enhancing on-farm efficiency and productivity for farmers with its precision tools... - [Mexico: Finka Becomes Source.ag Customer to Enhance Precision and Efficiency in Greenhouse Tomato Cultivation](https://tribu.la/mexico-finka-becomes-source-ag-customer-to-enhance-precision-and-efficiency-in-greenhouse-tomato-cultivation/) - Finka has partnered with Source.ag to implement AI solutions aimed at improving data collection and crop management... - [Ever After Foods and Bühler Collaborate to Scale Cultivated Meat Production and Distribution](https://tribu.la/ever-after-foods-and-buhler-collaborate-to-scale-cultivated-meat-production-and-distribution/) - Ever After Foods and Bühler are collaborating to develop a commercial-scale cultivated meat production system, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in food production. - [Square Roots unveils Tokyo company](https://tribu.la/square-roots-unveils-tokyo-company/) - Square Roots has launched a new company in Tokyo to operate indoor farms that blend traditional Japanese farming with high-tech methods... - [Lindt, Sparkalis invest in startup growing cocoa via plant cell culture](https://tribu.la/lindt-sparkalis-invest-in-startup-growing-cocoa-via-plant-cell-culture/) - Food Brewer has secured CHF 5 million in a seed extension round from Lindt & Sprüngli and Sparkalis... - [Imperia raises $10.5m - The week in agrifoodtech](https://tribu.la/imperia-raises-10-5m-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - Imperia raised $10.5 million to expand its supply chain management platform across Europe. - [Mars Pledges $27 Million for Dairy Farmers’ Tools, Technology and Incentives to Reduce Emissions](https://tribu.la/mars-pledges-27-million-for-dairy-farmers-tools-technology-and-incentives-to-reduce-emissions/) - Mars has launched the Farmer Forward Program, investing $27 million to support dairy farmers in adopting climate-smart practices... - [Revyve Targets Egg Shortage Following 'Extra Demand' for Yeast Protein](https://tribu.la/revyve-targets-egg-shortage-following-extra-demand-for-yeast-protein/) - Revyve is tripling its production capacity to meet rising demand for its upcycled yeast protein, which serves as an egg replacer amid a significant egg shortage... - [Japan's Kinish Lands $800K to Grow Cow-Free Milk Protein in Rice](https://tribu.la/japans-kinish-lands-800k-to-grow-cow-free-milk-protein-in-rice/) - Kinish has raised ¥120M ($800,000) to grow milk protein in rice grains... - [ION Commodities Transforms Grain and Oilseed Merchandising with the Relaunch of Agtech](https://tribu.la/ion-commodities-transforms-grain-and-oilseed-merchandising-with-the-relaunch-of-agtech/) - ION Commodities has relaunched Agtech, a SaaS solution aimed at modernizing grain and oilseed merchandising... - [Tropic to launch non-browning bananas in March](https://tribu.la/tropic-to-launch-non-browning-bananas-in-march/) - Tropic is set to launch non-browning bananas in March, with extended shelf-life varieties expected by year-end... - [Crackd Brings Plant-Based Egg to U.S. | Food Engineering](https://tribu.la/crackd-brings-plant-based-egg-to-u-s-food-engineering/) - Crackd, a leading plant-based egg brand from the U.K., is set to launch its products in the U.S. by the second quarter of this year. - [Agworld Expands Its U.S. Presence with New Farm Information Management Solutions for Ag Retailers](https://tribu.la/agworld-expands-its-u-s-presence-with-new-farm-information-management-solutions-for-ag-retailers/) - Agworld has launched advanced Farm Management Information System (FMIS) solutions in the U.S. to enhance collaboration between ag retailers and growers... - [Yamaha Motor Launches Yamaha Agriculture to Deliver Automation and Digital Crop Management Solutions - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/yamaha-motor-launches-yamaha-agriculture-to-deliver-automation-and-digital-crop-management-solutions-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Yamaha Agriculture, Inc. aims to enhance sustainability and profitability through strategic acquisitions... - [Vivici raises $34m to expand animal-free dairy operation](https://tribu.la/vivici-raises-34m-to-expand-animal-free-dairy-operation/) - Vivici has closed a €32.5 million ($34 million) Series A funding round... - [In Beef-Loving Brazil, A Third of Consumers Would Try Lab-Grown Meat](https://tribu.la/in-beef-loving-brazil-a-third-of-consumers-would-try-lab-grown-meat/) - A study shows that one-third of Brazilians are open to trying cultivated meat, indicating a shift in consumer attitudes... - [DSM, Fonterra-Backed Startup Earns $34M for Cow-Free Dairy Proteins](https://tribu.la/dsm-fonterra-backed-startup-earns-34m-for-cow-free-dairy-proteins/) - Vivici has closed a €32.5M ($33.7M) funding round to scale production and introduce new animal-free dairy proteins... - [Jord Bioscience closes Series B round for 'interacting microbes'](https://tribu.la/jord-bioscience-closes-series-b-round-for-interacting-microbes/) - Jord Bioscience has secured $7 million in Series B funding to advance its customizable microbial solutions aimed at enhancing crop health... - [Aleph Farms: Lab-Grown Meat Pioneer Hits Funding Woes, Reflecting 'Market Trends'](https://tribu.la/aleph-farms-lab-grown-meat-pioneer-hits-funding-woes-reflecting-market-trends/) - Aleph Farms has initiated an emergency fundraising round aiming to secure $25 million... - [Actual Veggies raises $7m series A: We’re not trying to imitate meat](https://tribu.la/actual-veggies-raises-7m-series-a-were-not-trying-to-imitate-meat/) - Actual Veggies has raised a $7 million Series A round led by Relentless Consumer Partners... - [Actual Veggies Takes on Ultra-Processed Foods with $7M Funding](https://tribu.la/actual-veggies-takes-on-ultra-processed-foods-with-7m-funding/) - Actual Veggies has gained $7M in a Series A funding round after annual revenues jumped by 125%... - [ANAC Permits Commercial Operations of Sprayhawk UAV in Brazil](https://tribu.la/anac-permits-commercial-operations-of-sprayhawk-uav-in-brazil/) - ANAC has authorized the commercial use of the Rotor R550 Sprayhawk UAV for agricultural applications... - [Rantizo Connects AcreConnect with Climate FieldView - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/rantizo-connects-acreconnect-with-climate-fieldview-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - Rantizo's AcreConnect is now linked with Climate FieldView, providing growers with enhanced operational insights... - [AgEagle Aerial Systems Featured at European UAS Conference XPONENTIAL Showcasing Leading Autonomous Technologies and Robotics - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/ageagle-aerial-systems-featured-at-european-uas-conference-xponential-showcasing-leading-autonomous-technologies-and-robotics-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - AgEagle showcased its UAS technology at XPONENTIAL Europe, highlighting partnerships with defense contractors... - [Agrifirm tool gives real-time insights into CO2 emissions of feed](https://tribu.la/agrifirm-tool-gives-real-time-insights-into-co2-emissions-of-feed/) - Agrifirm has launched a CO2-in feed dashboard aimed at enhancing transparency in livestock emissions... - [Under the hood of Yamaha Motor’s agriculture launch](https://tribu.la/under-the-hood-of-yamaha-motors-agriculture-launch/) - Yamaha Agriculture aims to enhance sustainability and productivity for specialty crop growers through autonomous equipment and AI solutions... - [Prosus to acquire Just Eat - The week in AgriFoodTech](https://tribu.la/prosus-to-acquire-just-eat-the-week-in-agrifoodtech/) - Prosus announced a $4.3 billion plan to acquire Just Eat Takeaway.com... - [John Deere’s Next Generation Perception System Brings Autonomy to Tillage](https://tribu.la/john-deeres-next-generation-perception-system-brings-autonomy-to-tillage/) - John Deere's new perception system enhances tillage autonomy with 16 cameras for a complete 360-degree view... - [John Deere’s Next Generation Perception System Brings Autonomy to Tillage](https://tribu.la/john-deeres-next-generation-perception-system-brings-autonomy-to-tillage-2/) - John Deere's new perception system enhances autonomy in tillage with 16 cameras for a complete 360-degree view... - [PTx Trimble Wins Coveted Davidson Award for Autonomous Grain Cart - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/ptx-trimble-wins-coveted-davidson-award-for-autonomous-grain-cart-global-ag-tech-initiative/) - PTx Trimble's OutRun, the first autonomous retrofit grain cart, won the Davidson Prize, emphasizing its role in improving agricultural efficiency... - [Nestlé, Givaudan & FoodHack Launch FoodTech World Cup for Nutrition Startups](https://tribu.la/nestle-givaudan-foodhack-launch-foodtech-world-cup-for-nutrition-startups/) - Nestlé and Givaudan have teamed up with FoodHack for the FoodTech World Cup 2025, focusing on nutrition-driven innovations... - [PTx Trimble Wins Coveted Davidson Award for Autonomous Grain Cart - Global Ag Tech Initiative](https://tribu.la/ptx-trimble-wins-coveted-davidson-award-for-autonomous-grain-cart-global-ag-tech-initiative-2/) - PTx Trimble's OutRun, the first autonomous retrofit grain cart, won the Davidson Prize, highlighting its role in addressing labor shortages in agriculture... - 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