
Investments in online grocers and apps and marketplaces lead foodtech sector
Venture capital firms poured more than $39 billion into foodtech companies in 2021, with more than half of those dollars going into two categories: online grocers and apps and marketplaces. That’s according to PitchBook’s “2021 Annual Foodtech Report” that also predicted that momentum for bio-engineered foods, such as plant-based proteins, will continue into 2022 as start-ups create more realistic alternatives to meat and dairy products.
Those interested can download the report here.