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Kellogg Launches Bleeding Vegan Burger, Hormel Launches Plant-Based Ground Beef + More (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=b2beb172df&e=2715c96b29)
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Over $1.45B was invested across 247 deals in 2018, according to the research in our second annual investment report produced in partnership with Ryan Willams. Plant-centric alternatives to meat and dairy accounted for one-third of total investment in food and beverage startups in 2018. Check out the report for a deep dive into last year's investor and investment trends.
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Kellogg Plans Bleeding Burger as It Catches Up on Faux Meat (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=cd9d9851be&e=2715c96b29) - Bloomberg
Early next year, Kellogg's Morningstar Farms will begin selling the "Incogmeato" burger: a plant-based, refrigerated patty made with non-GMO soy that is designed to mimic meat's look and flavor.
Tyson Foods Invests in Plant-Based Shrimp Company (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=de1fa82f98&e=2715c96b29) - CNBC
After selling its stake in Beyond Meat in the spring, Tyson Foods' next bet is on plant-based shellfish. Tyson Ventures is investing an undisclosed sum in New Wave Foods.
Hormel Grows into Plant-Based Meat with Its New Happy Little Plants Brand (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=5780299012&e=2715c96b29) - Food Dive
Hormel is launching a non-GMO meat substitute made with soy protein that can be used in any recipe calling for ground meat under its new Happy Little Plants brand.
Cargill Makes Additional $75M Investment into Beyond Meat Supplier Puris (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=ab1085db4b&e=2715c96b29) - The Spoon
The new investment will allow Puris to more than double its pea protein production.
The Leading US Cell-Based Startups Just Forged an Alliance (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=1a03fb3cd4&e=2715c96b29) - Quartz
JUST, Memphis Meats, Finless Foods, BlueNalu, and Fork and Goode have joined together to form the Alliance for Meat, Poultry, and Seafood Innovation. The group will lobby on behalf of cell-based meat interests and drive efforts to educate the public.
Jaden Smith's Just Water Just Hit $100M Valuation (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=49306164ed&e=2715c96b29) - Fast Company
JUST is expanding to the United Arab Emirates and launching in 21k stores in Japan soon. It is also signing a deal to be IKEA Australia's exclusive water provider for the next two years.
Former Dairy Yogurt Guy Raises $11M Series A to Convert Dairy Facility to Plant-Based Factory (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=8d1520fe53&e=2715c96b29) - AgFunder
CEI Ventures and FreshTracks Capital led the round. Culture Fresh Foods will use funding to help convert a formerly Danone-owned milk-based dairy facility into a plant-based processing facility.
Scotland: CuanTec Raises Funds to Turn Scotland's Seafood Waste into Compostable Packaging (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=dc128f4c18&e=2715c96b29) - The Spoon
The biotech company just raised an undisclosed investment round led by Sky Ocean Ventures and Scottish Enterprise. CuanTec will use its new funds to finalize its product, hire new team members and manufacture at pilot production scale.
Impossible Burger's Grocery Rollout Gets Environmental Group Objection (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=32d87f9718&e=2715c96b29) - Bloomberg
Friends of the Earth filed an objection, arguing that the faux meat maker's heme has not been adequately tested for safety because only the company has done assessments.
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Bellweather Coffee Raises $40M for Eco-Friendly Roasters (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=f11e95e747&e=2715c96b29) - VentureBeat
DBL Partners and Lyndon and Peter Rive led the round in the zero emissions commercial coffee roaster. The funds will accelerate the company's efforts to boost incomes for coffee farmers, eliminate roast processes harmful to the planet and meet global demand for its electric roaster.
Yes, Give Your Fingerprints to Amazon for a Slightly Quicker Checkout at Whole Foods (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=9b560fc651&e=2715c96b29) - Eater
The tech and retail giant is currently testing a system called "Orville" that allows Amazon Prime users to scan their hands to ring up a purchase. It's currently being tested at its New York Office, with the goal of rolling out by beginning of next year.
Starbucks CEO's New Ideas Start With a Pick-Up-Only Store in NYC (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=67c3503345&e=2715c96b29) - Bloomberg
Kevin Johnson is ripping up the old store blueprints in a bid to revitalize growth. First on the list: a pick-up cafe in New York set to open this fall to cater to busy coffee drinkers on the go.
Aggressive Amazon Tactic Pushes You to Consider Its Own Brand Before You Click 'Buy' (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=4be48f9b89&e=2715c96b29) - The Washington Post
The move shows how the e-commerce giant can use its powerful platform to favor its brands just as shoppers are about to purchase rival items.
Fulfillment, Assortment Key to Growth of Online Grocery Food Sales (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=e5139dff6c&e=2715c96b29) - Supermarket News
A study projects that the $2.8t global edible grocery sector will experience an online compound annual growth rate of 13% through 2024, increasing total online sales to $162b.
The Human Cost of Amazon's Fast, Free Shipping (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=bf6248d135&e=2715c96b29) - New York Times
Amazon directs the destinations, deadlines and routes for its network of contract delivery drivers. But when they crash, the retail giant is shielded from responsibility.
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DoorDash Picks Australia for Its First Move Outside North America (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=bb4f486ff9&e=2715c96b29) - CNN
The six-year-old startup added its first city outside North America on Wednesday, launching in Melbourne and announcing plans to grow its business in Australia over the next year.
Uber, Lyft, DoorDash Put $90M to Possible Ballot War (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=d59d0bc5e7&e=2715c96b29) - Bloomberg
The ride-hailing giants are trying to ensure they don't have to reclassify their California workers as employees.
How This Former High-End Chef Is Helping Schools Kick Chicken Nuggets Off the Menu (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=f971ac77c5&e=2715c96b29) - Fast Company
Brigaid, headed by a former Noma chef, comes into schools and fully retools their cafeterias to make healthy menus and replace the processed meals they serve students.
Food Delivery Apps Could See Payments Limited Under New York State Proposal (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=ee912cf09b&e=2715c96b29) - Wall Street Journal
Companies that operate food-delivery apps have mobilized against a proposed New York state rule that would either restrict how they are paid or force them to join the liquor licenses of restaurants they serve.
Travis Kalanick Could Launch Another Cash War Between Startups in China (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=99416d02d3&e=2715c96b29) - Quartz
Travis Kalanick tried to make it in China by spending billions with Uber, but lost to Didi Chuxing. Now, he's trying again with shared kitchens.
India: Swiggy Goes Beyond Food Delivery With New Service Swiggy Go, Expands Swiggy Stores (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=62673a45f9&e=2715c96b29) - The Spoon
Swiggy took a few steps beyond the food world by launching Swiggy Go, an instant pickup and drop-off service that will deliver everything from laundry to house keys.
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Canada: Terramera Raises $45M Series B on Mission to Reduce Chemical Use in Ag by 80% (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=65b0e0b3ef&e=2715c96b29) - AgFunder
Ospraie Ag Science and S2G Ventures led the round. Funding will go towards advancing Actigate, its targeted crop protection technology.
Cooks Venture Raises $12M to Promote Sustainable Agriculture (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=62f4add6db&e=2715c96b29) - VentureBeat
Following on the heels of a partnership with FreshDirect, the round was led by Amerra Capital Management. The funds will lay the foundation for expanded processing capabilities and collaborative work with scientists to improve industry practices.
Brazil's Agrosmart Raises $5.8M Series A for Digital Tool Serving Coca-Cola & Cargill (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=74fbd1a1e3&e=2715c96b29) - AgFunder
Inovabra Ventures and Positivo Tecnologia's corporate venture arm led the round, which will focus on expansion in Latin America and launch new features.
Regen Ag Renegades: Koen Van Seijen's Podcast Is Who's Who of Regen Ag Investing (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=da0e488e9f&e=2715c96b29) - AgFunder
Van Seijen is trying to build a community of fund managers, investment managers, investors, and other stakeholders who are putting money to work in regenerative food and agriculture.
A Greenhouse Large Enough to Feed the Eastern Seaboard (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=b5a5b9c7b1&e=2715c96b29) - New York Times
AppHarvest, the largest greenhouse in the United States, will begin shipping 45m pounds of fresh produce annually to grocery stores when it opens next summer.
Brazile Abandons Gene-Edited Cattle After FDA Finds Contamination with Unwanted DNA (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=d5af697271&e=2715c96b29) - New Food Economy
The most noteworthy food stories on topics like gene-edited cattle, global plant-based eating habits, issues around bottled water, and lobster exports.
A Mini-Guide to Cannabis in Asia (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=ba275969e8&e=2715c96b29) - AgFunder
Thailand, South Korea and Japan have all legalized medical marijuana. Laos and Cambodia have begun to explore the potential for a form of legalization.
With Regenerative Agriculture Booming, the Question of Pesticide Use Looms Large (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=1ffeab9fcf&e=2715c96b29) - Civil Eats
Regenerative practitioners say that healthy soil eventually leads to reducing synthetic chemicals. But some advocates say those chemicals have damaging effects and should be addressed.
The "Eat Less Meat" Movement Is Growing. Does It Distort Science? (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=f10a715318&e=2715c96b29) - New Food Economy
Why ranches, cattle and meat-eating may play a role in fighting climate change.
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Bioenergy DevCo Captures $106M to Digest Waste in a City Near You (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=010466a44a&e=2715c96b29) - AgFunder
Newlight Partners led the round. In addition to fueling the completion of its first US facility in Maryland, the new capital will be used to help expand into other metropolitan areas.
How the Trump Administration Limited the Scope of the USDA's 2020 Dietary Guidelines (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=4ad6fec283&e=2715c96b29) - The Washington Post
The 80 topics that will be addressed exclude the health effects of consuming red and processed meat, ultraprocessed foods and sodium.
Wisconsin, Texas, Washington Among States to Be Hit Hardest by Trump's New Food Stamp Restrictions (https://foodtechconnect.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5137626c88ab3a61c40112a42&id=e194c90965&e=2715c96b29) - New Food Economy
New analysis shows that seniors and residents of some states will suffer the most from a proposal to redefine SNAP eligibility.
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