FoodLabs Overview

FoodLabs is a Berlin-based venture capital firm investing in innovative food and agriculture startups to transform the food system. Founded in 2016, the firm focuses on companies that address challenges in nutrition, sustainability, and health. FoodLabs has supported over 20 mission-driven teams, covering the entire value chain from agtech and alternative protein sources to food waste reduction and carbon footprint mitigation. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes intellectual property and scalable digital business models aimed at creating a more efficient and sustainable food industry. FoodLabs operates across Europe, with a particular focus on Germany, the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, and the Nordic countries. The firm typically invests in early-stage companies, including pre-seed, seed, and early-stage ventures. FoodLabs has a track record of backing ambitious founders building companies that pave the way for healthier nutrition and sustainable agriculture. Notable investments include Infarm, Sanity Group, Formo, Mushlabs, Mitte, Choco, Stenon, and Gorillas. The firm's mission is to support the development of innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable and healthy food system.

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FoodLabs

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Baltics
  • Nordics
  • Western Europe
  • Southern Europe
  • Central Eastern Europe
  • Caribbean
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Industries / verticals

  • AgriTech / FoodTech
  • Digital & Consumer health
  • Food & Beverage

Investment role

Lead and follow

Stages

Pre-seed, Seed

First ticket size

€500,000 - €1,500,000

How to approach funds like FoodLabs

When reaching out to FoodLabs, founders should highlight a clear, science-driven solution with strong defensibility, especially if leveraging proprietary technology or data. Demonstrate a deep understanding of regulatory pathways and scalability within the European market, and articulate how your team’s expertise uniquely positions you to execute. FoodLabs values founders who can show measurable impact on sustainability and health, and who are prepared to engage in collaborative, hands-on partnerships to accelerate growth.

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