FORWARD FOODING
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26 August 2025
The third wave of FoodTech isn’t just about better snacks or meal kits—it’s a seismic shift that blends food and pharma into one powerful health paradigm. We’re talking about personalized, pharmaceutical-grade nutrition that addresses everything from gut health to cognitive decline. Welcome to the food-as-medicine revolution.
17 March 2025
Ahead of the 2024 FoodTech 500 rankings unveiling, our ambassadors provide expert perspectives on navigating the 73% drop in global investments, the rise of transformative technologies like precision fermentation and AI-driven agriculture, and the critical role of diversity in leadership. Despite current challenges, these industry leaders remain optimistic about FoodTech's potential to drive sustainable transformation in our global food system.
12 March 2025
FoodTech in 2024 is entering a new phase—Wave 3.0—focused on circularity, sustainability, and biotech-driven solutions. Despite a funding downturn, key sectors like Ag Biotech, personalized nutrition, and sustainable ingredients are gaining traction. Here’s how the food industry is transforming for the future.
13 February 2025
Since its inception, the FoodTech 500 has served as a vital pulse check for the global AgriFoodTech ecosystem. Analysis of the FoodTech 500 ranking over the years reveals transformative shifts: the rise of biotech innovation, increased focus on climate action, growing founder diversity, and evolving funding patterns. Get a sneak peek of the 2024 results and what they tell us about the future of food.
12 February 2025
Check out what some of the FoodTech 500 Alumni have been up to lately with our latest round-up (February 2025 Edition)

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