Future of Global Food Innovation Systems

𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 across 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞, 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚-𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 are shaping the future of the global food innovation system.

✨ They are also unlocking new opportunities for industry stakeholders to 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬, 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 that drive impact while prioritizing 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲.

👉 Swipe to explore more on how these developments are shaping 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬.

🤝 For more insights on navigating evolving policy frameworks and the opportunities landscape, connect with our experts, Prachi Kapoor and Kushagra Kapoor, at the Future Food-Tech, 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧.

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1. Trends & Insights
Cultivating
Global Food Innovation
Investment, Policy, & Collaborative
Ecosystems

2. Source: Vestbee Capital Flow:
Where and Why?
In 2024, the global foodtech investment reached $10.6 billion
across 1,065 deals. Investors are largely focusing on startups
with scaling potential and clear market traction.
Key Highlights:
Investment Shift:
Europe: Secured €4.1 billion funding in 2024
United States: Maintains leadership in alternative
proteins and supply chain innovation
Asia Pacific: High prioritization of climate-resilient food
systems turns market and innovation into its core strength
Capital swiftly shifts from generalist VCs to specialized foodtech
investors.

3. Source: europa.eu, vestbee Europe: Strategic
Ecosystem Development
Europe’s global foodtech funding share increased to 30% in 2024,
making it a key innovation hub.
Key Initiatives:
Edeka & Gates Foundation Trust invested €355 million in Picnic,
a Dutch grocery line
Mitsubishi invested $261 million in Finnish aquaculture
Cradle raised $73 million in Series B funding round
Key Focus:
The EU committed €170+ million to bridge less innovative regions
with their more innovative counterparts.

4. North America:
Venture Capital Leadership
North America maintains a strong lead in foodtech innovation,
with the US on top and Canada representing a $18.8 billion cellular
agriculture opportunity.
Investment Trends:
Major food companies acquire revenue-generating, de-risked brands
Supply chain technologies and enabling platforms take precedence
over consumer brands
70% of funding gained by later-stage companies with proven tractionSource: ontariogenomics.ca

5. Source: apec.org Asia-Pacific: Government-Led
Ecosystem Development
APEC economies are pursuing coordinated food innovation
strategies to address food security and climate resilience
challenges.
Regional Priorities:
Foremost Concern:
Climate-smart agriculture
Trade facilitation
Inclusive food systems
The aim is to position APEC as a platform for connecting data-driven
policymaking, smart agriculture, and digital supply chains.

6. Key Investment Opportunities
Most successful food innovation hubs are combining collaborative
infrastructure with enabling policies to invite investments.
The most ripe areas currently include:
AI-driven protein design
Aquaculture technology
Precision fermentation
Supply chain transparency
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Prachi Kapoor
AVP - Sales
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Senior Manager - Sales