ReGrained, Inc. has partnered with Japanese company Future Food Fund LLP to commercialize upcycled ingredients in ReGrained’s portfolio, reports Food Business News. ReGrained’s technology transforms leftover malt from the brewing industry into a versatile and environmentally-friendly flour that is rich in protein, dietary fiber, and prebiotics.
“The Future Food Fund and its partners represent an exciting new frontier for ReGrained as we scale our upcycled ingredient business,” said Daniel Kurzrock, co-founder of ReGrained. “In 2021 and beyond we are pursuing an exciting breadth of opportunities across food industry verticals. Our strategic and mission-aligned partnerships will be key to executing our vision in Japan and beyond.”
“The Future Food Fund is excited to welcome ReGrained into our portfolio,” said Kohei Matsumoto, CEO of Future Food Fund. “The global consumer trend toward foods that are better for you and for the environment continues to accelerate, and we feel ReGrained is positioned to develop the category both in their local market (the U.S.), but also internationally." Full Story
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