Blockchain as a strategic Innovation Platform
The role of Critical Technologies in accelerating global agrifood trade As global food systems grow increasingly complex and interconnected, the demand for secure, transparent, and efficient trade mechanisms is rising. In this context, blockchain has evolved beyond a single-use technology to become a strategic innovation platform, enabling a new wave of transformation in agrifood trade. […]
Innovate or die? The open innovation revolution in food that no one talks about
The open innovation revolution in food by Mila Valcárcel, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Eatable Adventures I have spent years at the forefront of food innovation, witnessing firsthand how the industry is undergoing a seismic shift. With consumers demanding healthier, sustainable, and tech-enhanced products, traditional closed innovation models are simply no longer sufficient. Open innovation, […]
Transforming health through innovation: The top 6 “Food as a medicine” startups
The top 6 “Food as Medicine” startups and their convergence with Medtech The intersection of Deep Tech and the “Food as Medicine” sector is driving a paradigm shift in preventive healthcare. Advanced medical technologies, AI-driven analytics, and biotech innovations are converging to create precision nutrition solutions that redefine disease management. Emerging startups are leveraging real-time […]
The agrifood revolution: How deep tech is driving the next big shift
The agrifood industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by deep-tech innovations that are reshaping how food is produced, processed, and distributed. Climate challenges, population growth, and shifting consumer expectations are accelerating the need for smarter, more resilient food systems. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and blockchain are at the forefront of this […]
The AI revolution in Agrifoodech: Transforming the future of food
The agrifoodtech sector is at the forefront of a tech-driven revolution, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), Big Data, and Automation. These technologies are reshaping how we produce, distribute, and consume food, making the industry more efficient, sustainable, and consumer-centric. In a world where consumption habits are rapidly evolving, AI-powered solutions allow us to anticipate trends, […]
The Quantum advantage in food systems
By José Luis Cabañero, Founder & CEO at Eatable Adventures. Quantum advantage in food systems, from improving photosynthesis to advancing sustainable agriculture solutions. While artificial intelligence has captured the world’s imagination and headlines, another frontier technology has been quietly revolutionizing our approach to scientific research: quantum computing. Though the implementation of large-scale quantum technology in […]
Investing in flavor: The growth of alternative fat solutions
Fats are a key element in the human diet as they are a key energy source, aid with nutrient absorption and most importantly, are a natural vehicle for flavor – as most flavor and aromatic compounds are fat-soluble. For these reasons and due to the rise of alternative-protein and hybrid products, in recent years, many […]
Hybrid products: Innovation meets reality
Food preferences are evolving rapidly, with more consumers seeking products that align with health, sustainability, and ethics. In this landscape, hybrid products—combinations of plant-based ingredients with lab-grown or fermentation-derived components—are emerging as one of the most promising solutions in alternative proteins. But do they truly represent a viable option? And for whom? Hybrid products aim […]
Optimizing Agrofintech: Enhancing agricultural operations efficiently, affordably, and securely
In recent years, the digitalization of the agrofood sector has been accelerated by technologies like precision fermentation, AI, and IoT. Now, another industry that has been disrupting multiple sectors globally—fintech—is joining the ranks. Fintech has penetrated quite fast, especially in emerging markets, due to factors like underdeveloped banking systems, widespread mobile phone use, and economic […]
Modern brews: How technology is transforming beer production
Beer production and the chemistry behind flavors and aromas Beer is one of the oldest and most consumed beverages in the world, known for its complexity and diversity due to the chemistry behind its production. From ingredient selection to the fermentation process, each stage of beer making is influenced by specific chemical reactions that determine […]
Current applications of AI: How AI is disrupting the food landscape
Although AI has been in development for several years, it wasn’t until the release of Chat GPT to the general public in 2022 that its full potential became widely recognized, although it had previously been applied to multiple fields across industries. In the agri food tech industry, AI has been making significant inroads into all […]
Blockchain’s Impact on Food Safety & Traceability
Throughout the agri-food value chain, various participants play key roles. Each participant shares critical information about the product, which is stored on their local servers. Unfortunately, this information remains inaccessible to other participants, leading to increased possibilities of food fraud within the system. Here’s where blockchain steps in to address this issue. It provides a […]