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Welcome to this edition of our series about companies in the dynamic and diverse Food Processing industry, headquartered in the city of lights, Paris in the region of Ile-de-France, France. From revolutionary foodtechs inventing new, nutritional products to agricultural firms leveraging technology to create sustainable farming solutions, these companies are shaping the future of food and beverage. Come with us as we explore a selection of the leading companies in this vibrant Parisian industry.
A key player in this industry is Feed., founded by Anthony Bourbon. Described as a foodtech hero, Feed. is revolutionizing the concept of ‘fast food’, developing nutritious, balanced meals for people on the go. With a team consisting of dieticians, agri-food engineers and chefs, Feed. boasts natural recipes providing 100% of the required nutrition for a balanced meal. Interested to learn more? Check out their social media on Twitter, Facebook and on LinkedIn.
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Agricool
Standing at the crossroads of agriculture and technology, we find Agricool. Founded in 2015 by Guillaume Fourdinier and Gonzague Gru, Agricool’s goal is to make locally grown, pesticide-free and delicious fruits and vegetables available to as many people as possible. In pursuit of this, Agricool has ingeniously turned discarded shipping containers into mini urban farms. Have a look at their work on Twitter, Facebook and on LinkedIn.
Umiami
Umiami, was founded in 2020 by Hugo Dupuis, Martin Habfast, and Tristan Maurel. They are on a mission to reduce meat consumption and have developed plant-based food technology to offer consumers authentic meat alternatives. Umiami successfully replicates the taste, texture, and smell of meat using plant proteins. Their LinkedIn page provides more information about their innovative work.
InVivo
InVivo, headed by Thierry Blandinières, not only operates in the agricultural sector but also significantly contributes to the biopharma industry. The major French agricultural cooperative group is organized around three business divisions and focuses on restoring French agriculture to the global food value chain while being mindful of the planet and fauna. Learn more about them on the Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
TOTEM
TOTEM is founded by Pierre Gallet, Rafael de Lavergne, and Stefan de Lavergne. TOTEM aims to foster conviviality in the workplace where colleagues get to know each other better while building a solid culture. Their social media profiles on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn further explain their culture-centred venture.
HappyVore
HappyVore, spearheaded by Cedric Meston and Guillaume Dubois, has an unmatched passion for taste, health, and the environment. Notably, they aim to reduce their carbon footprint by reinventing meat from natural and local plant ingredients. Connect with them on Facebook and on LinkedIn.
Bene Bono
Bene Bono, founded by Claire Laurent, Grégoire Carlier, and Sven Ripoche, is an organic producer that offers a variety of seasonal products from their fields. With its frugal approach, Bene Bono is eliminating food waste and bringing affordable organic produce to consumers. You can learn more about their mission on Facebook and on LinkedIn.
La Ruche qui dit Oui
La Ruche qui dit Oui, co-founded by Guilhem Cheron, Marc-David Choukroun, and Mounir Mahjoubi, is an e-commerce platform that groups users together to buy directly from local farmers—a smooth mix of social networking and the e-commerce trend. Check them out on Twitter, Facebook,and on LinkedIn.
Popchef
Popchef stands as a frontrunner in the restaurant industry, embracing unique flavours and conscious business practices. The brainchild of Briac Lescure, Francois Raynaud de Fitte, and Pierrick Paul started their journey at Paris Founders Event Winter 2015. Find out more about their unique journey on Twitter,Facebook, and on LinkedIn.
Newfund
Newfund is an entrepreneurial VC firm led by Francois Veron and Patrick Malka, with investments in France and North America. Newfund is passionate about impactful companies changing global dynamics and is committed to supporting pre-seed and seed investments. Connect with them on Twitter and on LinkedIn.
Fruggies
Last but not least, Fruggies, founded by Florent Jehanno-Mallet. To know more about their work, check their social media on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
In conclusion, the Food Processing industry in Paris is a bustling hub of innovative companies that are not only striving to make a mark in their respective fields but are also showing great leadership in incorporating sustainable practices and cutting-edge technology. This is an exciting time to keep an eye on this diverse, vibrant and ever-evolving industry.
